How to Describe Data

University of Michigan via Coursera

Go to Course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/how-to-describe-data

Introduction

Learn the fundamentals of data interpretation, collection, and summarization

Learn the capabilities and limitations of data and discuss criteria for determining which statistics are reliable

Learn to interpret and evaluate the effectiveness of data visualizations

Syllabus

Welcome, Introduction & What Makes a Statistic Useful?

Rethinking Certainty

Talking about Numbers

Statistics, Skepticism and Trust

Overview

How to Describe Data examines the use of data in our everyday lives, giving you the ability to assess the usefulness and relevance of the information you encounter. In this course, learn about uncertainty’s role in measurements and how you can develop a critical eye toward evaluating statistical information in places like headlines, advertisements, and research. You’ll learn the fundamentals of discussing, evaluating, and presenting a wide range of data sets, as well as how data helps us make se

Skills

Reviews

one of the best research-related courses on Coursera!