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How to Describe Data

University of Michigan via Coursera

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Overview

How to Describe Data examines the use of data in our everyday lives, giving you the ability to assess the usefulness and relevance of the information you encounter. In this course, learn about uncertaintys role in measurements and how you can develop a critical eye toward evaluating statistical information in places like headlines, advertisements, and research. Youll learn the fundamentals of discussing, evaluating, and presenting a wide range of data sets, as well as how datas us make sense of...

Syllabus

  • Welcome, Introduction & What Makes a Statistic Useful?
  • Rethinking Certainty
  • Talking about Numbers
  • Statistics, Skepticism and Trust
How to Describe Data
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University of Michigan via Coursera

9 hours 9 minutes

Paid Certificate Available

English

On-Demand

Beginner

Instructor

Elle O'Brien

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