Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics

Used a previous version. Great book for both beginners and experienced users in explaining step-by-step how to analyse quantitative data using SPSS. Highly recommend this book.

One of the best books on Statistics, easy to understand regardless of level of study, includes basic and more advances statistics.

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This is a uniquely special textbook with a rare quality where it benefits anyone from absolute beginners to seasoned statisticians. I would recommend this for any university course in which students are introduced to statistics, even if there is no practical component with SPSS in the module. Concepts ranging from the basics to the advanced are covered with thorough yet highly accessible explanations. Compelling and oftentimes hilarious examples and images are used to reinforce core concepts without compromising on academic rigour. I will be recommending this to all of my students.

Summarizing:
- The chapters do not follow the usual sequence from simpler to more complex in Statistics textbooks.
- Most chapters dedicate very little to explain how to use SPSS for each type of problem, from the data entry to the interpretation of results.
- The attempt to use colloquial conversation for explanations is more a distraction than a facilitator of understanding.
-The use of some cartoon-like images through the chapters is distracting; it does not add to the comprehension of concepts.

It is a great textbook, but it is also too expensive and many of the examples are quite childish. I understand the need to appeal to younger students, still....

Used a previous version, great text.
OLD_Book Product155052_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Dr Clarence Williamson,Review for Designing Qualitative Research and CRJ 601,45413,School of Criminal Justice, Anderson University - Anderson,Very good qualitative research source. Easy to understand and apply information.
OLD_Book Product167105_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mrs Sarah Newton-Gray,Review for The Academic Skills Handbook and Adult Nursing,45413,School of Care Sciences, University of South Wales (Glamorgan),a clear guide for students new to academia
OLD_Book Product165163_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Dr Brenda DuVerney-Chappell,Review for Social Inequality and Social Stratification,45413,Sociology, Gerontology and Substance Abuse Studies, University Of Central Oklahoma,The book is well written and organized but there were no instructor resources.
OLD_Book Product174235_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Dr Ben Derrick,Review for Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics and Data Science,45414,Department of Mathematics & Statistics, University of The West of England,This is surely the most comprehensive SPSS offering on the market, and it offers delivery in an entertaining way which means that it offers a unique and valuable reading experience that cannot be obtained via new competing methods including AI.

I think this book also ties in well with 'An Adventure in Statistics' by the same author, which offers a more thorough discussion of the basics, again with the same engaging style, but without the need for any statistics software.

I teach both R and SPSS, for ease of delivery it would be good if both this book and 'Discovering Statistics using R' were in sync. I guess I am encouraging Andy Field to continue, to publish a new edition of the R book as well!
OLD_Book Product163745_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Dr Sombo Muzata,Review for Politics of the Administrative Process and Introduction to Political Science,45414,Political Science, James Madison University - Harrisonburg,I wanted a book that was recent and had a good mix of theory and practical examples. I also wanted a book with case studies to allow the students to work through real life examples. This updated book offered me that ability.
OLD_Book Product159167_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mrs Debra Michelle Jackson,Review for Health Promotion for Nursing Associates and Trainee Nursing Associate Apprenticeship,45415,Nursing, Salford University,Comprehensive and complete. Excellent resource for Trainee nursing associates during training and after registration.
OLD_Book Product173926_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mrs Debra Michelle Jackson,Review for Medicines Management for Nursing Associates and Trainee Nursing Associate Apprenticeship,45415,Nursing, Salford University,Comprehensive and complete. Excellent resource for Trainee nursing associates during training and after registration.
OLD_Book Product167596_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Dr Olga Daneyko,Review for Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology and Research Methods & Statistics in Psychology,45415,Accounting, Sheffield Hallam University,the book is perfectly aligned with the core objectives of our Level 4 research methods module. The book thoroughly covers fundamental concepts such as hypothesis formation, research design, data collection, and statistical analysis. Its comprehensive overview helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, essential for beginners in research methodology.
OLD_Book Product170241_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mr Neil Parry,Review for Introduction to Policing and Level 3 Diploma in Criminology, Policing and Law,45415,Higher Education, Darlington College,Well structured, easy to follow, comprehensive resource that is equally important to learners on a Level 3 policing qual or studying the policing degree.
OLD_Book Product175883_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mrs Julie Sillence,Review for Academic Writing and Grammar for Students and FdSc Animal Welfare Science,45415,Higher Education, North Lindsey College,A very accessible book for students new to HE and academic skills. Easy to use for dipping in and out for content to support study skills lessons.
OLD_Book Product167839_2024-05-01 00:31:11,Mrs Julie Sillence,Review for Proofread Your Essay and FdSc Animal Welfare Science,45415,Higher Education, North Lindsey College,Did not find enough depth to engage the students, a more generalised academic skills book has been adopted instead

SPSS step by step procedures.

Clear and structured content - key for students wanting to explore statistics using SPSS.

Great textbook, very student friendly, highly recommended