Statistics for Ecologists Using R and Excel: Data Collection, Exploration, Analysis and Presentation

by Mark Gardener

This is a book about the scientific process and how we apply it to data in ecology. We will learn how to plan for data collection, how to assemble data, how to analyse data and finally how to present the results. The book uses Microsoft Excel and the powerful Open Source R program to carry out data handling as well as producing graphs. Who this book is for Students of ecology and environmental science will find this book aimed at them although many other scientists will find the text useful as the principles and data analysis are the same in many disciplines. No prior knowledge is assumed and the reader can develop their skills to degree level and beyond. What you will learn from this book How to plan ecological projects How to record and assemble your data How to use Excel for data analysis and graphs How to use R for data analysis and graphs How to carry out a wide range of statistical analyses How to create professional looking graphs How to present your results

324 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2011

Reviews

[Salma سلمى · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very important and helpful book for graduate students who are interesting in the field of biology and ecology.
كتاب مهم ومفيد جداً لطلاب الدراسات العليا المهتمين في الدراسات البيولوجية والبيئية.

[Siria · Rating 4 out of 5]

A solid introduction to working with Excel and R. The writing is clear and informative, the book provides plenty of examples and figures so that each string of code in R or step in Excel is understood by the reader. Statistical concepts are not discussed thoroughly, but enough so that an entry level researcher or student can begin using them. If you are interested in learning research statistics in a workbook/cookbook style format, this is an excellent way of getting your feet wet.