An essential introduction to statistics for students of psychology and the social sciences

Statistical thinking is increasingly essential to understanding our complex world and making informed decisions based on uncertain data. This incisive undergraduate textbook introduces students to the main ideas of statistics in a way that focuses on deep comprehension rather than rote application or mathematical immersion. The presentation of statistical concepts is thoroughly modern, sharing cutting-edge ideas from the fields of machine learning and data science that help students effectively use statistical methods to ask questions about data. Statistical Thinking provides the tools to describe complex patterns that emerge from data and to make accurate predictions and decisions based on data.

Introduces statistics from a uniquely modern standpoint, helping students to use the basic ideas of statistics to analyze real data
Presents a model of statistics that ties together a broad range of statistical techniques that can be used to answer many different kinds of questions
Explains how to use statistics to generate reproducible findings and avoid common mistakes in statistical practice
Includes a wealth of examples using real-world data
Accompanied by computer code in R and in Python―freely available online―that enables students to see how each example is generated and to code their own analyses

About the Author

Russell A. Poldrack is the Albert Ray Lang Professor of Psychology at Stanford University, where he is director of the Stanford Center for Open and Reproducible Science. His books include Hard to Break: Why Our Brains Make Habits Stick and The New Mind Readers: What Neuroimaging Can and Cannot Reveal about Our Thoughts (both Princeton).

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

We carry a comprehensive range of out of print and rare books.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Kennys Bookshops and Art Galleries Limited
Liosban Industrial Estate, Tuam Road, Galway, GY, Ireland

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We guarantee the condition of every book as it's described on the Abebooks websites.

If you're dissatisfied with your purchase (Incorrect Book/Not as Described/Damaged) or if the order hasn't arrived, you're eligible for a refund within 30 days of the estimated delivery date.

For any queries please use the contact seller link or send an email to books@kennys.ie

Conor Kenny

Shipping Terms

All books securely packaged. Some books ship from Ireland.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	14 to 20 business days	13 to 14 business days
First item	US$ 10.50	US$ 21.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.