Quantitative Research Design and Statistics

Summer 2012 quarter

Faculty

Tyrus Smith environmental studies, public policy

Fields of Study

mathematics

Description

This course will explore the interdisciplinary use of quantitative reasoning and statistics to analyze social and environmental issues and problems. Course content will focus on increasing students' understanding of quantitative research design, specifically the methods and procedures for data analysis. Within this context, students will demonstrate the ability to correctly calculate and interpret descriptive and inferential statistics. This includes learning how to select and apply appropriate statistical tests. The statistical procedures introduced in this course include Chi-square, correlation, and regression analysis. Student work will consist of in-class workshops as well as take-home and computer exercises.

Advertised Schedule

10a-2p Mon/Tue (Jun. 25 - Jul. 24) at Tacoma

Location

Tacoma

Online Learning

No Required Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Offered During

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