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QUANTitative Analysis & Statistics

For those taking a statistics and [quantitative] data analysis courses and/or doing a data analysis project.
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What to Include

What to Include

Writing About Data

Writing About Data

With many examples (including "Poor", "Better", and "Best" versions), this book shows how to understand your data as well as take the perspective of the reader. Learn to explain everything from a single number to the results of multiple logistic regressions in plain words (though not every type of relationship or test is covered). See also her Supplementary Materials including Podcasts (Video) presentations of slides.

  • Writing with Statistics from Purdue OWL
    • Tips and examples for newer researchers reporting descriptive and basic inferential statistics.
  • Statistical Writing from UCLA OARC
    • A lengthy, tip-filled guide for graduate or advanced students using regressions or other modeling.