ISBN: 9780367902520 - Statistics Behind the Headlines (asa-crc Series on Statistical Reasoning in Science and Society) (25 results)

paperback. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Condition: good. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.…

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 7-8 days from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. How do you learn about whats going on in the world? Did a news headline grab your attention? Did a news story report on recent research? What do you need to know to be a critical consumer of the news you read? If you are looking to start developing your data self-defense and critical news consumption skills, this book is for you! It reflects a long-term collaboration between a statistician and a journalist to shed light on the statistics behind the stories and the stories behind the statistics. The only prerequisite for enjoying this book is an interest in developing the skills and insights for better understanding news stories that incorporate quantitative information.Chapters in Statistics Behind the Headlines kick off with a news story headline and a summary of the story itself. The meat of each chapter consists of an exploration of the statistical and journalism concepts needed to understand the data analyzed and reported in the story. The chapters are organized around these sections:What ideas will you encounter in this chapter?What is claimed? Is it appropriate?Who is claiming this?Why is it claimed? What makes this a story worth telling?Is this a good measure of impact?How is the claim supported?What evidence is reported?What is the quality/strength of the evidence?Does the claim seem reasonable?How does this claim fit with what is already known?How much does this matter?Considering the coverageChapters close with connections to the Stats + Stories podcast. Constructed from series of headlines and articles connected to scientific or government report. Exploration of statistical concepts in report: source of data, issues with quantifying and measuring variables/features, representation and analysis of statistical models, discussion of whether headline and article fairly captured original report. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Condition: New.

Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Statistics Behind the Headlines. Book.

Condition: New.

Condition: good. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.…

Condition: New. 1st edition NO-PA16APR2015-KAP.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. How do you learn about what's going on in the world? Did a news headline grab your attention? Did a news story report on recent research? What do you need to know to be a critical consumer of the news you read? If you are looking to start developing your data self-defense and critical news consumption skills, this book is for you! It reflects a long-term collaboration between a statistician and a journalist to shed light on the statistics behind the stories and the stories behind the statistics. The only prerequisite for enjoying this book is an interest in developing the skills and insights for better understanding news stories that incorporate quantitative information.Chapters in Statistics Behind the Headlines kick off with a news story headline and a summary of the story itself. The meat of each chapter consists of an exploration of the statistical and journalism concepts needed to understand the data analyzed and reported in the story. The chapters are organized around these sections:What ideas will you encounter in this chapter?What is claimed? Is it appropriate?Who is claiming this?Why is it claimed? What makes this a story worth telling?Is this a good measure of impact?How is the claim supported?What evidence is reported?What is the quality/strength of the evidence?Does the claim seem reasonable?How does this claim fit with what is already known?How much does this matter?Considering the coverageChapters close with connections to the Stats + Stories podcast.…

Condition: New.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 177 pages. 8.75x5.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. How do you learn about whats going on in the world? Did a news headline grab your attention? Did a news story report on recent research? What do you need to know to be a critical consumer of the news you read? If you are looking to start developing your data self-defense and critical news consumption skills, this book is for you! It reflects a long-term collaboration between a statistician and a journalist to shed light on the statistics behind the stories and the stories behind the statistics. The only prerequisite for enjoying this book is an interest in developing the skills and insights for better understanding news stories that incorporate quantitative information.Chapters in Statistics Behind the Headlines kick off with a news story headline and a summary of the story itself. The meat of each chapter consists of an exploration of the statistical and journalism concepts needed to understand the data analyzed and reported in the story. The chapters are organized around these sections:What ideas will you encounter in this chapter?What is claimed? Is it appropriate?Who is claiming this?Why is it claimed? What makes this a story worth telling?Is this a good measure of impact?How is the claim supported?What evidence is reported?What is the quality/strength of the evidence?Does the claim seem reasonable?How does this claim fit with what is already known?How much does this matter?Considering the coverageChapters close with connections to the Stats + Stories podcast. Constructed from series of headlines and articles connected to scientific or government report. Exploration of statistical concepts in report: source of data, issues with quantifying and measuring variables/features, representation and analysis of statistical models, discussion of whether headline and article fairly captured original report. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: New. How do you learn about what's going on in the world? Did a news headline grab your attention? Did a news story report on recent research? What do you need to know to be a critical consumer of the news you read? If you are looking to start developing your data self-defense and critical news consumption skills, this book is for you! It reflects a long-term collaboration between a statistician and a journalist to shed light on the statistics behind the stories and the stories behind the statistics. The only prerequisite for enjoying this book is an interest in developing the skills and insights for better understanding news stories that incorporate quantitative information.Chapters in Statistics Behind the Headlines kick off with a news story headline and a summary of the story itself. The meat of each chapter consists of an exploration of the statistical and journalism concepts needed to understand the data analyzed and reported in the story. The chapters are organized around these sections:What ideas will you encounter in this chapter?What is claimed? Is it appropriate?Who is claiming this?Why is it claimed? What makes this a story worth telling?Is this a good measure of impact?How is the claim supported?What evidence is reported?What is the quality/strength of the evidence?Does the claim seem reasonable?How does this claim fit with what is already known?How much does this matter?Considering the coverageChapters close with connections to the Stats + Stories podcast.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. A. John Bailer was University Distinguished Professor and Chair in the Department of Statistics at Miami University and an affiliate member of the Departments of Biology, Media, Journalism and Film and Sociology and Gerontology. His inte.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Constructed from series of headlines and articles connected to scientific or government report. Exploration of statistical concepts in report: source of data, issues with quantifying and measuring variables/features, representation and analysis of statistical models, discussion of whether headline and article fairly captured original report.…