Statistics Safari

This guide is a non-technical explanation of statistics for anyone who needs a gentle introduction. This includes students in psychology, education and social science who want to help people, not count them. Many people are afraid of mathematics and think they aren't capable of conquering statistics. Fortunately, statistics isn't about numbers. It's about thinking. Readers will learn how to think like a researcher, and learn why and when to use statistical procedures. They will be able to analyze a situation, select the best method of analysis, and perform the calculations. They will gain practical help in stating assumptions, interpreting results, and applying research principles to their lives. Counselors, teachers, ministers, nurses, human resource managers will be able to directly use what they learn from this book in their professional lives.