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Without question, statistics is one of the most challenging courses for students in the social and behavioral sciences. Enrolling in their first statistics course, students are often apprehensive or extremely anxious toward the subject matter. And while SPSS is one of the more easytouse statistical software programs available, for anxious students who realize they not only have to learn statistics but also new software, the task can seem insurmountable. Keenly aware of students anxiety with statistics (and the fact that this anxiety can affect performance), Ronald D. Yockey has written SPSS Demystified: A Simple Guide and Reference, now in its third edition. Through a comprehensive, stepbystep approach, this text is consistently and specifically designed to both alleviate anxiety toward the subject matter and build a successful experience analyzing data in SPSS.Key features of the text:Stepbystep instruction and screenshotsDesigned to be handson with the user performing the analyses alongside on their computer as they read through each chapterCallout boxes provided, highlighting important information as appropriateSPSS output explained, with written results provided using the popular, widely recognized APA formatEndofchapter exercises included, allowing for additional practiceFeatures and updates to this edition include: material updated to IBM SPSS 24 (available Fall 2016), including screenshots and data sets/endofchapter exercises.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'SPSS Demystified: A Simple Guide and Reference'? A: The book focuses on simplifying statistics and SPSS software for students in social and behavioral sciences, providing step-by-step instructions to alleviate anxiety and enhance understanding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 258 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in statistics? A: Yes, this book is specifically designed for beginners, offering clear instructions and practical examples to help users learn statistics and SPSS effectively.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the third edition, which includes updates to IBM SPSS 24 along with new screenshots and exercises.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there exercises included in the book for practice? A: Yes, the book includes end-of-chapter exercises that allow readers to practice their skills and reinforce learning.
- Q: Who is the author of 'SPSS Demystified'? A: The author of the book is Ronald D. Yockey.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on August 22, 2017.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers statistical concepts applicable to social sciences, SPSS software usage, and includes explanations of SPSS output in APA format.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in acceptable condition.