Statistics Without Maths for Psychology - Couverture souple

Dancey, Prof Christine; Reidy, John

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0130336335 ISBN 13 : 9780130336330

Editeur : Prentice Hall, 2001

Synopsis

This book is distinguished by the fact that it simplifies some very difficult statistical concepts, using minimal mathematics. The aim is to teach the concepts rather than the mathematical formulae or calculations of data analysis.

A propos du livre

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What it does

Statistics Without Maths for Psychology is conceived, written and designed to help students enjoy statistics as well as enable them to understand statistical concepts . This, the 3rd edition, continues the good work of previous editions and remains a valuable tool for overcoming students' fear of the subject .

How it is done

Statistics Without Maths for Psychology provides an accessible description of the key statistical concepts and techniques needed by psychology students. These concepts are explained clearly and without reference to underlying formulae. The authors take the approach that statistics is best taught by 'doing' and they provide a wealth of exercises, activities and multiple choice questions to enable students to practice their knowledge and skills. The use of SPSS for Windows (SPSSFW) in conducting statistical analyses is explained in detail and is fully integrated throughout the text. The book also provides comprehensive guidance on interpreting and reporting the output from SPSSFW.

Some of what is new

• New, more accessible, text design including use of two colours to enhance the clarity of figures and diagrams.
• Added discussion of important topics, e.g. dichotomising continuous variables.
• Restructured topics to enhance understanding and clarity of concepts being explained.
• Fully updated examples from psychological literature.
• Extra multiple choice questions to enable students to further test their own learning.
• Updated explanations to ensure compatibility with SPSSFW versions 10, 11, 11.5 and 12.
• Introductions to some of the useful help facilities available in SPSSFW.
• Companion website where all SPSSFW data files are available to download, and additional multiple choice questions.

Leap to conquer your fear of statistics

Statistics Without Maths for Psychology is the perfect book to help you survive the jump.

 

Christine P. Dancey is Professor of Psychology at the University of East London.

John Reidy is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Sheffield Hallam University.

 

 

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Statistics Without Maths for Psychology is an essential companion to your psychology course, guiding you through the process of using statistics without mathematical formulae. It gives you the tools to use SPSS and provides clear but comprehensive explanations of all the statistical concepts you will need, offering you the opportunity to test your knowledge and practice your skills along the way with activities, exercises and multiple choice questions. Packed with examples, “discussion points” and handy tips it will enable you to enrich your understanding and avoid feeling like a fish out of water.

New features to this edition…

• Full guidance on using the latest version 15 of SPSS as well as earlier versions 10-14
• A brand new chapter provides a clear introduction to the SPSS software before you start
• Up-to date examples from the literature keep you informed of current research
• A revised preface will guide you through how to use the new edition and web resources more effectively
• Answers to multiple choice questions are now included at the end of each chapter to allow you to test yourself easily and quickly

"very thorough coverage of statistical methodology...highly recommended" Dr Peter Cahusac, University of Stirling

A brand new companion website with expanded and interactive features including;

• An interactive hyperlinked flow chart guiding you through each step of choosing an analyses
• An expanded bank of Multiple Choice Questions allowing you to test your knowledge of each chapter
• Case studies with data sets and questions for each chapter to allow you to put what you’ve learnt into practice

"excellent web resources for both students and lecturers" Dr Nicola Graham-Kevan, University of Central Lancashire

 

Christine Dancey is a Professor of Psychology at the University of East London

John Reidy is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Sheffield Hallam University

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Prentice Hall
• Date d'édition: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0130336335
• ISBN 13: 9780130336330
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 624
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible