EDR-8201 - Statistics I

Semester Credits: 3 Weeks: 8

This course offers foundational knowledge to become a critical consumer of statistical- based research literature as well as develop the necessary skillset for non-inferential quantitative analyses. A well-trained scholarly researcher incorporates basic knowledge of statistical analyses and enhanced empirical and statistical literacy. The emphasis will be on understanding multivariate data, non-inferential and inferential statistical concepts, the conventions of quantitative data analysis, interpretation and critical inferences from statistical results. Statistical computations will be completed using SPSS, a statistical software application for quantitative data analysis. The course culminates in a synthesis project to demonstrate statistical skills and aligned with APA guidelines for presentation of statistical results.