Statistics for Social Data Analysis, 4th Edition

by David Knoke, George W. Bohrnstedt, Alisa Potter Mee

The fourth edition of STATISTICS FOR SOCIAL DATA ANALYSIS continues to show students how to apply statistical methods to answer research questions in various fields. Throughout the text, the authors underscore the importance of formulating substantive hypotheses before attempting to analyze quantitative data. An important aspect of this text is its realistic, hands-on approach. Actual datasets are used in most examples, helping students understand and appreciate what goes into the research process. The book focuses on the continuous-discrete distinction in considering the level at which a variable is measured. Rather than dwelling on the four conventional levels-of-measurement distinctions, the authors discuss statistics for analyzing continuous and discrete variables separately and in combination.

Genres: Sociology

530 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Britt O'Duffy]

I am grateful to be here. But did this book (and the formal examination structure at Oxford) contribute to my tactical/strategic knowledge/application of statistics? Not exactly.

[Susan]

This one came in handy when I was working on my dissertation. I kept it after graduating because I am certain it will be a valuable resource as I move forward in my career.

[Ika]

this book is good for categorical analysis