Statistics behind the headlines
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Statistics behind the headlines
(ASA-CRC series on statistical reasoning in science and society / series editors, Nicholas Fisher ... [et al.])(A Chapman & Hall book, BB04603869)
CRC Press, 2023
1st ed
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Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 169-172) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Provides an introduction to statistical thinking that will help the public consume results reported in the popular media.
Table of Contents
1. A Field Guide to Reading the Statistics behind the Headlines 2. Predicting Global Population Growth and Framing how you Report It 3. Social Media and Mental Health 4. Speedy Sneakers: Technological Boosterism or Sound Science? 5. Investigating Series Binge-watching 6. Tracking the Spread of "False News" 7. Modeling What It Means to "Flatten the Curve" 8. One Governor, Two Outcomes, and Three COVID Tests 9. Research Reproducibility and Reporting Results 10. Now, what?
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