Statistical Methods I

3 credits · Graduate School

The focus of this course is on the fundamental concepts and applications of statistics. Students will examine the relationships among research aims, design, measurement, and statistical analytic approaches while learning foundational visualization, descriptive and inferential statistical methods. The use of computer software for conducting the included methods will be incorporated into the content. While traditional probability-based statistical significance will be covered, students will be introduced to the role and importance of effect statistics. Published research is used to further develop the learner's ability to critically evaluate the appropriateness and rigor of the written presentations of results from the approaches being studied. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the VUSN PhD program or consent of the instructor FALL [3]