(Ebook) Understanding and using statistics in psychology : a practical introduction : or, how I came to know and love the standard error by Jeremy Miles; Philip Banyard ISBN 9780761943969, 9780761943976, 9781848604599, 076194396X, 0761943978, 1848604599

(Ebook) Understanding and using statistics in psychology : a practical introduction : or, how I came to know and love the standard error by Jeremy Miles; Philip Banyard ISBN 9780761943969, 9780761943976, 9781848604599, 076194396X, 0761943978, 1848604599

Understanding and Using Statistics in Psychology takes the fear out of psychological statistics to help students understand why statistics are carried out, how to choose the best test and how to carry out the tests and understand them. Taking a non-technical approach, it encourages the reader to understand why a particular test is being used and what the results mean in the context of a psychological study, focusing on meaning and understanding rather than mindless numerical calculation. Key features include: -A light and accessible style -Descriptions of the most commonly used statistical tes. Content: Cover; Contents; Acknowledgements; Chapter 1; Chapter 2; Chapter 3; Chapter 4; Chapter 5; Chapter 6; Chapter 7; Chapter 8; Chapter 9; Chapter 10; Chapter 11; Chapter 12; Appendix 1; Appendix 2; Appendix 3; Appendix 4; Appendix 5; Appendix 6; Appendix 7; Appendix 8; References; Index; Abstract: The perfect introductory resource, Understanding and Using Statistics in Psychology will guide any student new to statistics effortlessly through the process of test selection and analysis.