Designing Valid Statistical Studies (463)(v.1)
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Statistics.com
The course objective is to cover issues that need to be addressed in order for a study to produce statistically valid conclusions. The course deals with statistical study designs that are not experiments and are used with observational data. Examples are drawn primarily from the epidemiology literature where the methodology of observational studies has been developed, and clinical trials are reviewed briefly.
Additional DetailsEarning Criteria
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The methods of assessment include quizzes, with a minimum passing score of 70%.
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Instructional strategies include: discussion, computer-based training, practical exercises.
Endorsements
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American Council on Education
This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 1 Lower-Division Baccalaureate college credits in Statistics. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu. -
American Council on Education
1 semester hour in statistics in the lower-division undergraduate category