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How to use SPSS : a step-by-step guide to analysis and interpretation Brian C. Cronk

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York : Routledge, c2018.Edition: 10th edDescription: xi, 165 p. : ill. ; 28 cmISBN:
  • 9781138308534
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 005.55 CR HO
Online resources: Summary: 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.
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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.

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