
Intuitive Biostatistics takes a non-technical, non-quantitative approach to statistics and emphasizes interpretation of statistical results rather than the computational strategies for generating statistical data. This makes the text especially useful for those in health-science fields who have not taken a biostatistics course before. The text is also an excellent resource for professionals in labs, acting as a conceptually oriented and accessible biostatistics guide. With an engaging and conversational tone, Intuitive Biostatistics provides a clear introduction to statistics for undergraduate and graduate students and also serves as a statistics refresher for working scientists.
How can statistical concepts be effectively communicated and applied in health sciences without relying on complex mathematical formulas? Harvey Motulsky, a recognized expert in scientific software and biostatistics, argues that the primary barrier to statistical literacy is an over-emphasis on calculation rather than conceptual understanding. By prioritizing the interpretation of results over computational mechanics, the text provides a framework for scientists and students to evaluate data validity and significance in real-world research scenarios.
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Experts and educators frequently cite this text as a standard introductory resource for students and professionals who lack a formal background in statistics. Readers often note the clarity of the prose and the author's success in demystifying complex concepts for a non-mathematical audience.
Page Count:
608
Publication Date:
2017-11-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190643560
ISBN-13:
9780190643560
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