Statistics and Data Analysis for Social Science

by Eric J. Krieg

For a one-semester, undergraduate introductory course in social statistics." "" Statistical tools for understanding the social world. This first edition text seeks to answer the question, universally asked by the social science student, Why statistics? The author introduces only those statistical concepts that are necessary to understand, interpret, and present social science research. All concepts are introduced in the context of a social science application, and strong emphasis is placed on demonstrating what data looks like, as opposed to giving theoretical explanations. Complexity of calculations is reduced to those elements necessary for understanding the statistical concept. Optional technology use is paired with the core elements of the course, making this text a pragmatic and engaging introduction to the practice of social statistics. Note: MySearchLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySearchLab, please visit: www.mysearchlab.com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySearchLab withPearson eText(at no additional cost). ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205863655/ ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205863655

416 pages, Paperback

First published February 28, 2011

Reviews

[Vipul Vivek M-D · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have a purely qualitative background, then this is a v good starter. Takes through concepts slowly with simple examples explaining how each term in an equation works. But if you're looking for a challenging set of exercises, then this is not the book.