Introduction to Measurement and Statistics
Introduction to Measurement and Statistics (PSYC/SOCI 2750) is for the university student who wishes to gain an understanding of basic statistical concepts. Knowledge of these concepts is essential for the reading of technical journals in one's field and basic research design. In other words, no matter whether you are sitting by the fireplace catching up on your reading about depression or working on a new treatment method, knowing when and how to use measurements and statistics is fundamental. The basic concepts to be covered are: - the contrast between descriptive and causal research
- types of measurement
- the use of descriptive statistics to summarize research results
- the use of inferential statistics to draw conclusions based on a sample(s) drawn from a population.
No prior statistical knowledge is required for this class. Classroom techniques that will be used to achieve the course objectives will include lecture, active problem solving sessions, online practice problems, homework, and examinations.
Syllabi
Link to VassarStats
Link to eReserves
Link to Blackboard
Link to Dr. Woolf's Webster University Class Facebook page
Survival Tips
Introduction to Measurement and Statistics
Research Methods
In-Class Frequency Table Problem
Correlation Notes
Practice Pages
