Straightforward, clear, and applied, this book will give you the theoretical and practical basis you need to apply data analysis techniques to real data.
Combining key statistical concepts with detailed technical advice, it addresses common themes and problems presented by real research, and shows you how to adjust your techniques and apply your statistical knowledge to a range of datasets. It also embeds code and software output throughout and is supported by online resources to enable practice and safe experimentation.
The book includes:
· Original case studies and data sets
· Practical exercises and lists of commands for each chapter
· Downloadable Stata programmes created to work alongside chapters
· A wide range of detailed applications using Stata
· Step-by-step guidance on writing the relevant code.
This is the perfect text for anyone doing statistical research in the social sciences getting started using Stata for data analysis.
Combining theory with plenty of practical, technical advice – and accompanied by original case studies and data sets – this book makes sure that students both understand Stata and know exactly what to do to make it meet their needs.
Arvustused
Newly updated, now with more advanced content, this book remains a must have for those studying applied statistics. The book is practically orientated with intuitive theoretical explanations, a wide array "how-to-do-it" examples and an engaging narrative. You wont be sorry! -- Franz Buscha This is a most impressive teaching and learning resource. Mehmetoglu and Jakobsen expertly introduce introductory to advanced social science data analysis skills in a clear and engaging manner. This text teaches students how to do data analysis in a transparent and principled manner. -- Roxanne Connelly Mehmetoglu and Jakobsens book offers a concise, yet comprehensive, introduction to the statistical methods that are widely used in data analysis. In addition to presenting a thorough overview of the basics of conducting empirical research, the book also emphasizes how to use Stata to analyze data in practice. This book is an excellent starting point for those who are interested in empirical work. -- Hector H. Sandoval
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1. Research and Statistics
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2. Introduction to Stata
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3. Simple (Bivariate) Regression
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4. Multiple Regression
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5. Dummy-Variable Regression
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6. Interaction/Moderation Effects Using Regression
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7. Linear Regression Assumptions and Diagnostics
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8. Logistic Regression
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9. Survival Analysis
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10. Multilevel Analysis
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11. Panel Data Analysis
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12. Time Series Analysis
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13. Exploratory Factor Analysis
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14. Structural Equation Modelling and Confirmatory Factor Analysis
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15. Advanced Statistical Techniques
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16. Programming and Dynamic Reporting Using Stata
Mehmet Mehmetoglu is a Professor of Research Methods in the Department of Psychology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research interests include consumer psychology, evolutionary psychology and statistical methods. Mehmetoglu has co/publications in about 35 different refereed international journals, among which include Personality and Individual Differences, Evolutionary Psychology and the Journal of Statistical Software.
Tor Georg Jakobsen is professor of political science at NTNU Business School at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. His research interests include political behavior, peace research and statistical methods. Jakobsen has authored and co-authored articles in, among others, European Sociological Review, Work, Employment and Society and Conflict Management and Peace Science.
