Description
Book SynopsisThis is a book about the ideas that drive statistics. It is an ideal primer for students who need an introduction to the concepts of statistics without the added confusion of technical jargon and mathematical language.
It introduces the intuitive thinking behind standard procedures, explores the process of informal reasoning, and usesconceptual frameworks to provide a foundation for students new to statistics. It showcases the expertise we have all developed from living in a data saturated society, increases our statistical literacy and gives us the tools needed to approach statistical mathematics with confidence.
Key topics include:
- Variability
- Standard Distributions
- Correlation
- Relationship
- Sampling
- Inference
An engaging, informal introduction this book sets out the conceptual tools required by anyone undertaking statistical procedures for the first time or for
Trade Review
Bartholomew brings a wealth of experience to this book, explaining all of the most fundamental concepts in statistics with insight but without technicalities. This is an excellent read for the learner or the teacher, to establish or reinforce a proper understanding of what statistics is really all about.
-- Neil Sheldon
Table of Contents
Introduction: Before We Begin Chapter 1: Picturing Variability Chapter 2: Interpreting Variability Chapter 3: Three Standard Distributions Chapter 4: Summarising Variation Chapter 5: The Analysis of Variation Chapter 6: Covariation Chapter 7: Sampling Chapter 8: Introduction to the Ideas of Inference Chapter 9: Sampling Distributions and More on Inference Chapter 10: Inference about Averages Chapter 11: Binary Data Chapter 12: Goodness of fit Chapter 13: Unobserved Variables Chapter 14: Retrospect Apendix
