Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

Susan A. Nolan, Thomas Heinzen

ISBN 10: 1464107777 / ISBN 13: 9781464107771

Published by Macmillan Education, 2016

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Gebraucht - Sehr gut SG - leichte Beschädigungen oder Verschmutzungen, ungelesenes Mängelexemplar, gestempelt, Versand Büchersendung - With captivating storytelling, real-world examples, image-and graphic-rich design, accessible mathematics, and step-by-step worked examples, Nolan and Heinzen introduce students to the why and how of statistical practice in the behavioral sciences, while helping them break through common barriers to success in the course. This new edition of their briefer textbook offers fresh exercises throughout, stronger reinforcement of the material's relevance and mathematical requirements, more help with creating visual displays, and a dramatic expansion of its integrated online tools and activities in LaunchPad. Built around the most common issues teachers face, LaunchPad provides students with everything they need to prepare for class and exams. For instructors, LaunchPad offers everything you need to quickly set up a course (using pre-built units), customize the content to their syllabus, craft presentations and lectures, assign and assess readings and activities, and guide the progress of individual students and the class as a whole. In LaunchPad: An interactive Elektronisches Buch brings together the resources students need LearningCurve adaptive quizzing offers individualized question sets and feedback (linked to the Elektronisches Buch) for each student based on his or her correct and incorrect responses. The Statistical Video Series (StatClips, StatClips Examples, and Statistically Speakingv' Snapshots') illustrates key statistical concepts and helps students visualize statistics in real-world scenarios. StatsClips video tutorials combine interesting scenarios, dynamic animation, and creator Dr. Alan Dabney's clear and thoughtful explanation of key statistical concepts Statistical tools, including StatTutor tutorials, Applets, CrunchIt statistical software, and all data sets for the book For more information on LaunchPad including how to request a demo, access our support centre, and watch our video tutorials, please visit here. Request a demo or instructor access.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
• Publisher: Macmillan Education
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1464107777
• ISBN 13: 9781464107771
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Sehr gut
• Dimensions: 253W x 202H x 23D millimeters 253 millimeters width by 202 millimeters height by 23 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1121 grams

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Synopsis

Get introduced to the how and why of statistical practice in the behavioral sciences as Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences uses storytelling and real-world examples to reinforce the material for you to comprehend easier.

About the Author

Susan A. Nolan is Professor of Psychology at Seton Hall University in New Jersey. A graduate of the College of the Holy Cross, she earned her Ph.D. in psychology from Northwestern University. Susan researches interpersonal consequences of mental illness and the role of gender in science and technology fields. Her research has been funded by the National Science Foundation. Susan served as a nongovernmental representative from the American Psychological Association (APA) to the United Nations for five years, and is Vice President for Diversity and International Relations of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology. She is the 2014 2015 President of the Eastern Psychological Association (EPA), and is a Fellow of both EPA and APA.Tom Heinzen is Professor of Psychology at William Paterson University of New Jersey. A graduate of Rockford College, he earned his Ph.D. in social psychology at the State University of New York at Albany. After publishing his first book on frustration and creativity in government, Heinzen worked as a public policy research associate, consulted for the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, and then began his teaching career. He founded William Paterson University s Psychology Club, established an undergraduate research conference, and has been awarded various teaching honors while continuing to write articles, books, and plays that support the teaching of general psychology and statistics. Heinzen, a fellow of the Eastern Psychological Association, is also the editor of Many Things to Tell You, a volume of poetry by elderly writers. His current research involves applying game design to higher education."