Transform data into insights. Master statistics and excel concepts and apply them to real-world challenges. Become a skilled data analyst. Read more.
Robert (Bob) Steele CPA, CGMA, M.S. Tax, CPI
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Who this course is for:
- Undergraduate students interested in statistics and excel and its real-world applications
- Students from various disciplines seeking to improve data analysis skills
- Individuals aiming to strengthen quantitative abilities
- Professionals in business, healthcare, research, public policy, and other data-driven fields
- People curious about data-informed decision-making and ethical data analysis
What you’ll learn:Â
- Define Key Data Terms and Sources: Clearly articulate essential terminology in statistics and excel and identify various data sources
- Create and Interpret Data Visuals: Construct graphical representations like histograms, box plots, and scatter plots, and analyze these visuals to draw meaning
- Analyze Data Distributions: Examine and describe the shape, center, and spread of different data sets, identifying patterns and potential outliers.
- Summarize Data with Statistical Measures: Calculate and interpret central tendency measures (mean, median, mode) and variability measures (range, variance. . .
- Examine Variable Relationships: Investigate relationships between two or more variables using correlation and regression analysis, interpreting the results
- Critique Data Interpretations: Evaluate the validity of data interpretations, identifying potential biases or misuses of statistical methods.
- Communicate Data-Driven Insights: Clearly and effectively communicate findings from statistics and excel analysis, utilizing appropriate visual and textual mediums.
- Avoid Misuse of Data: Recognize common pitfalls and ethical considerations in data analysis, ensuring responsible and accurate use of statistical methods.
- Apply Statistics in Real-World Scenarios: Demonstrate the application of statistical concepts in various fields, such as medicine, finance, and social sciences.
- Adapt to New Data Analysis Trends: Stay informed about emerging trends and tools in data analysis, demonstrating adaptability and continuous learning
Requirements:Â
- Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills
- Access to Resources: Reliable internet connection and access to a computer for online research, software usage, and accessing course materials.
- Critical Thinking: An open mind and critical thinking skills to analyze data, question assumptions, and consider various interpretations of statistical findings.
- Self-Motivation: A proactive attitude and self-motivation to engage with the course materials, seek help when needed, and strive for continuous improvement in understanding statistics and excel.
Unveiling the Stories Hidden in Data
This statistics for beginners course will equip you with the critical skills needed to navigate the world of data. You’ll learn to organize, analyze, and interpret data sets collected by governments, businesses, universities, and even sports enthusiasts. But this isn’t just about transforming numbers – it’s about unlocking the stories hidden within.
The Power of Visualization
The course kicks off by emphasizing the power of visual representations. You’ll learn the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” holds true in statistics and excel. Graphs and charts become powerful tools for revealing patterns, relationships, and hidden features within data. Through practical examples, you’ll see how visualizations can:
- Unveil distribution: Visualizations will help you understand how data is spread out.
- Pinpoint outliers: You’ll learn to identify unexpected data points that might skew results.
- Discover associations: Explore relationships between two variables and how they might influence each other.
- Communicate effectively: Visuals become a powerful tool for conveying insights to others.
Delving Deeper: Describing Data Distributions
Understanding data distribution is crucial. You’ll master the art of describing it by:
- Identifying shapes: Learn to recognize patterns in how data is distributed.
- Finding the center: Discover the central point around which data points are clustered.
- Measuring spread: Understand how much data points vary from the center.
The course equips you with tools to efficiently organize and summarize data. You’ll learn techniques like:
- Ordering and grouping: Organize data into meaningful categories.
- Central tendency: Calculate measures like mean and median to represent the center of the data.
- Quartiles: Divide data into four equal parts to understand its spread.
- Graphical representations: Create histograms and box plots to visualize distributions.
Exploring Relationships Between Variables
The course explores how variables relate to each other. You’ll learn to visualize associations using scatter plots and other tools. By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to organize, describe, and analyze data sets, uncovering the hidden stories and relationships within.
From Theory to Practice
This statistics for beginners course blends theoretical knowledge with practical application. You won’t just learn concepts – you’ll develop the ability to apply them in real-world scenarios. By the end, you’ll leave with a comprehensive toolkit for understanding and interpreting data, ready to tackle the challenges of making sense of the vast amount of information encountered in various fields.
Breakthroughs await! Explore my courses and unlock the next level of you.
Our Promise to You
By the end of this statistics for beginners course, you will have learned the fundamentals of statistics, including data organization, visualization, analysis, and interpretation, enabling you to extract meaningful insights from complex data sets and apply your knowledge to real-world problems.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today!
Course Curriculum
Section 1 - Introduction - Getting a Picture From Data | |||
Introduction | 00:00:00 | ||
Getting A Picture – Data & Distribution | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 2 - ON - Introduction - Getting A Picture From Data | |||
Hamlet, Harry Potter, & Statistics | 00:00:00 | ||
Where To Find Data To Practice With | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box Whiskers Vs. Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Vs. Bar Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Different Bucket Sizes | 00:00:00 | ||
Misleading Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Scatter Plots With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms And Scatter Plots With Population Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Examples | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 3 - Ex- Introduction - Getting A Picture From Data | |||
Hamlet, Harry Potter, & Statistics | 00:00:00 | ||
Generating Practice Data In Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Sort Comma & Space Delimited Data Into A Column | 00:00:00 | ||
Sort Data Randomly | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers Analysis | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box Whiskers Vs. Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Vs. Bar Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Different Bucket Sizes | 00:00:00 | ||
Misleading Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Scatter Plots With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms And Scatter Plots With Population Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 4 - PP -Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Statistical Inference - Questions Of How Close & How Confident | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 5 - ON -Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Height Statistical Inference Data Practice Problem | 00:00:00 | ||
Coin Flip Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Calories Data Statistics Sample Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 6 - Ex - Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Coin Flip Statistics Example In Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Coin Flip Statistics Example In Excel Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart Part 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
Calories Data Statistics Sample Example | 00:00:00 |
About This Course
Who this course is for:
- Undergraduate students interested in statistics and excel and its real-world applications
- Students from various disciplines seeking to improve data analysis skills
- Individuals aiming to strengthen quantitative abilities
- Professionals in business, healthcare, research, public policy, and other data-driven fields
- People curious about data-informed decision-making and ethical data analysis
What you’ll learn:Â
- Define Key Data Terms and Sources: Clearly articulate essential terminology in statistics and excel and identify various data sources
- Create and Interpret Data Visuals: Construct graphical representations like histograms, box plots, and scatter plots, and analyze these visuals to draw meaning
- Analyze Data Distributions: Examine and describe the shape, center, and spread of different data sets, identifying patterns and potential outliers.
- Summarize Data with Statistical Measures: Calculate and interpret central tendency measures (mean, median, mode) and variability measures (range, variance. . .
- Examine Variable Relationships: Investigate relationships between two or more variables using correlation and regression analysis, interpreting the results
- Critique Data Interpretations: Evaluate the validity of data interpretations, identifying potential biases or misuses of statistical methods.
- Communicate Data-Driven Insights: Clearly and effectively communicate findings from statistics and excel analysis, utilizing appropriate visual and textual mediums.
- Avoid Misuse of Data: Recognize common pitfalls and ethical considerations in data analysis, ensuring responsible and accurate use of statistical methods.
- Apply Statistics in Real-World Scenarios: Demonstrate the application of statistical concepts in various fields, such as medicine, finance, and social sciences.
- Adapt to New Data Analysis Trends: Stay informed about emerging trends and tools in data analysis, demonstrating adaptability and continuous learning
Requirements:Â
- Technical Proficiency: Basic computer skills
- Access to Resources: Reliable internet connection and access to a computer for online research, software usage, and accessing course materials.
- Critical Thinking: An open mind and critical thinking skills to analyze data, question assumptions, and consider various interpretations of statistical findings.
- Self-Motivation: A proactive attitude and self-motivation to engage with the course materials, seek help when needed, and strive for continuous improvement in understanding statistics and excel.
Unveiling the Stories Hidden in Data
This statistics for beginners course will equip you with the critical skills needed to navigate the world of data. You’ll learn to organize, analyze, and interpret data sets collected by governments, businesses, universities, and even sports enthusiasts. But this isn’t just about transforming numbers – it’s about unlocking the stories hidden within.
The Power of Visualization
The course kicks off by emphasizing the power of visual representations. You’ll learn the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” holds true in statistics and excel. Graphs and charts become powerful tools for revealing patterns, relationships, and hidden features within data. Through practical examples, you’ll see how visualizations can:
- Unveil distribution: Visualizations will help you understand how data is spread out.
- Pinpoint outliers: You’ll learn to identify unexpected data points that might skew results.
- Discover associations: Explore relationships between two variables and how they might influence each other.
- Communicate effectively: Visuals become a powerful tool for conveying insights to others.
Delving Deeper: Describing Data Distributions
Understanding data distribution is crucial. You’ll master the art of describing it by:
- Identifying shapes: Learn to recognize patterns in how data is distributed.
- Finding the center: Discover the central point around which data points are clustered.
- Measuring spread: Understand how much data points vary from the center.
The course equips you with tools to efficiently organize and summarize data. You’ll learn techniques like:
- Ordering and grouping: Organize data into meaningful categories.
- Central tendency: Calculate measures like mean and median to represent the center of the data.
- Quartiles: Divide data into four equal parts to understand its spread.
- Graphical representations: Create histograms and box plots to visualize distributions.
Exploring Relationships Between Variables
The course explores how variables relate to each other. You’ll learn to visualize associations using scatter plots and other tools. By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to organize, describe, and analyze data sets, uncovering the hidden stories and relationships within.
From Theory to Practice
This statistics for beginners course blends theoretical knowledge with practical application. You won’t just learn concepts – you’ll develop the ability to apply them in real-world scenarios. By the end, you’ll leave with a comprehensive toolkit for understanding and interpreting data, ready to tackle the challenges of making sense of the vast amount of information encountered in various fields.
Breakthroughs await! Explore my courses and unlock the next level of you.
Our Promise to You
By the end of this statistics for beginners course, you will have learned the fundamentals of statistics, including data organization, visualization, analysis, and interpretation, enabling you to extract meaningful insights from complex data sets and apply your knowledge to real-world problems.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today!
Course Curriculum
Section 1 - Introduction - Getting a Picture From Data | |||
Introduction | 00:00:00 | ||
Getting A Picture – Data & Distribution | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 2 - ON - Introduction - Getting A Picture From Data | |||
Hamlet, Harry Potter, & Statistics | 00:00:00 | ||
Where To Find Data To Practice With | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box Whiskers Vs. Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Vs. Bar Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Different Bucket Sizes | 00:00:00 | ||
Misleading Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Scatter Plots With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms And Scatter Plots With Population Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Examples | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 3 - Ex- Introduction - Getting A Picture From Data | |||
Hamlet, Harry Potter, & Statistics | 00:00:00 | ||
Generating Practice Data In Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Sort Comma & Space Delimited Data Into A Column | 00:00:00 | ||
Sort Data Randomly | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box & Whiskers Analysis | 00:00:00 | ||
Wages Data Box Plot Or Box Whiskers Vs. Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histogram Vs. Bar Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Different Bucket Sizes | 00:00:00 | ||
Misleading Histogram | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Scatter Plots With Car Related Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Histograms And Scatter Plots With Population Data | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 4 - PP -Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Statistical Inference - Questions Of How Close & How Confident | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 5 - ON -Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Height Statistical Inference Data Practice Problem | 00:00:00 | ||
Coin Flip Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Calories Data Statistics Sample Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Section 6 - Ex - Statistical Inference - Questions Of: How Close & How Confident | |||
Coin Flip Statistics Example In Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Coin Flip Statistics Example In Excel Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel | 00:00:00 | ||
Deck Of Cards, Statistics, & Excel Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example | 00:00:00 | ||
Election Poll Statistics Example Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
Combining Two Histograms On One Chart Part 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
Calories Data Statistics Sample Example | 00:00:00 |