| How to Use Pasw(r) Statistics: A Step-By-Step Guide to Analysis and Interpretation Contributor(s): Cronk, Brian C. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1884585922 ISBN-13: 9781884585920 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $61.37 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Probability & Statistics - General - Psychology | Research & Methodology - Computers | Programming - General |
| LCCN: 2011292321 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 8.6" W x 10.9" (1.00 lbs) 146 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: - Designed for use by novice computer users, this text begins with the basics, such as starting SPSS, defining variables, and entering and saving data. - All major statistical techniques covered in beginning statistics classes are included: - descriptive statistics - graphing data - prediction and association - parametric inferential statistics - nonparametric inferential statistics - statistics for test construction - Each section starts with a brief description of the statistic that is covered and important underlying assumptions, which help students select appropriate statistics. - Each section describes how to interpret results and express them in a research report after the data are analyzed. For example, students are shown how to phrase the results of a significant and an insignificant t test. - More than 200 screenshots (including sample output) throughout the book show students exactly what to expect as they follow along using SPSS. - A glossary of statistical terms is included, which makes a handy reference for students who need to review the meanings of basic statistical terms. - Practice exercises throughout the book give students stimulus material to use as they practice to achieve mastery of the program. - Thoroughly field-tested; your students are certain to appreciate this book. |
