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In this illuminating volume, Robert P. Abelson delves into the toooften dismissed problems of interpreting quantitative data and then presenting them in the context of a coherent story about one's research. Unlike too many books on statistics, this is a remarkably engaging read, filled with fascinating reallife (and realresearch) examples rather than with recipes for analysis. It will be of true interest and lasting value to beginning graduate students and seasoned researchers alike.The focus of the book is that the purpose of statistics is to organize a useful argument from quantitative evidence, using a form of principled rhetoric. Five criteria, described by the acronym MAGIC (magnitude, articulation, generality, interestingness, and credibility) are proposed as crucial features of a persuasive, principled argument.Particular statistical methods are discussed, with minimum use of formulas and heavy data sets. The ideas throughout the book revolve around elementary probability theory, t tests, and simple issues of research design. It is therefore assumed that the reader has already had some access to elementary statistics. Many examples are included to explain the connection of statistics to substantive claims about real phenomena.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Statistics As Principled Argument'? A: The main focus of the book is to demonstrate how statistics can be used to organize a compelling argument from quantitative evidence, employing principled rhetoric through the criteria encapsulated in the acronym MAGIC (magnitude, articulation, generality, interestingness, and credibility).
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Statistics As Principled Argument' is Robert P. Abelson.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 1, 1995.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Statistics As Principled Argument'? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in statistics? A: Yes, 'Statistics As Principled Argument' is designed to be accessible for beginning graduate students, while also being valuable for seasoned researchers.
- Q: Does the book include complex formulas and heavy data sets? A: No, the book minimizes the use of complex formulas and heavy data sets, focusing instead on concepts and real-life examples.
- Q: What statistical methods are discussed in this book? A: The book discusses elementary probability theory, t tests, and fundamental issues of research design.
- Q: Is prior knowledge of statistics required to understand this book? A: Yes, it is assumed that readers have some prior knowledge of elementary statistics to fully grasp the concepts presented.
- Q: What makes this book engaging compared to other statistics books? A: The book is engaging due to its use of fascinating real-life examples and a narrative approach, rather than being a dry textbook filled with recipes for analysis.