Using Statistics in the Social and Health Sciences with SPSS and Excel

Martin Lee Abbott (Author)

First Edition | July 28, 2016

Publisher: Wiley

ISBN-13: 978-1119121060

This book offers a step-by-step approach to statistical procedures for analyzing data and conducting research. It features detailed sections in each chapter explaining SPSS® and Excel® applications, making it accessible for both novices and professionals.

It identifies connections between statistical applications and research design through cases, examples, and discussions of specific topics from the social and health sciences. The content is researched and class-tested to ensure clarity and comprehensiveness.

The book begins with an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics and acquaints readers with key features of SPSS® and Excel® for statistical analysis and decision making. Subsequent chapters delve into commonly used procedures across various fields of social science research, each ending with lab application exercises that pose research questions, examine them using SPSS® and Excel®, and conclude with a brief research report highlighting key findings.

Real-world examples and data from social and health sciences are integrated throughout the book to reinforce understanding. Ideal for students, researchers, and professionals in these fields, this comprehensive guide helps readers master fundamental statistical practices for organizing, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from their research data.