How to Use SPSS A Step-by-Step Guide to Analysis and Evaluation

By Brian C. Cronk

- Designed for use by novice computer users, this text begins with the basics, such as starting SPSS, defining variables, and entering and saving data. - All major statistical techniques covered in beginning statistics classes are included: - descriptive statistics - graphing data - prediction and association - parametric inferential statistics - nonparametric inferential statistics - statistics for test construction - Each section starts with a brief description of the statistic that is covered and important underlying assumptions, which help students select appropriate statistics. - Each section describes how to interpret results and express them in a research report after the data are analyzed. For example, students are shown how to phrase the results of a significant and an insignificant t test. - More than 200 screenshots (including sample output) throughout the book show students exactly what to expect as they follow along using SPSS. - A glossary of statistical terms is included, which makes a handy reference for students who need to review the meanings of basic statistical terms. - Practice exercises throughout the book give students stimulus material to use as they practice to achieve mastery of the program. - Thoroughly field-tested; your students are certain to appreciate this book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1884585159
• ISBN13: 9781884585159
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.

Customer Reviews

"How to use SPSS...a quick review."

This book is ideal for data analysis novices (e.g., undergrads and beginning grad students). I have received very positive feedback from students who have used it to help them through their first data analysis projects. I have therefore adopted it for the methods class I teach. It serves as a quick reference manual for negotiating the dialog boxes and making sense of printout, and thus fills a very useful niche.