The A-Z of Error-Free Research [Paperback]

A Practical Guide with Step-by-Step Explanations, Numerous Worked Examples, and R Code
The AZ of Error-Free Researchdescribes the design, analysis, modeling, and reporting of experiments, clinical trials, and surveys. The book shows you when to use statistics, the best ways to cope with variation, and how to design an experiment, determine optimal sample size, and collect useable data. It also helps you choose the best statistical procedures for your application and takes you step by step through model development and reporting results for publication.

Transition from Student to Researcher
Helping you become a confident researcher, the book begins with an overview of whenand when notto use statistics. It guides you through the planning and data collection phases and presents various data analysis techniques, including methods for sample size determination. The author then covers techniques for developing models that provide a basis for future research. He also discusses reporting techniques to ensure your research efforts get the proper credit. The book concludes with case-control and cohort studies.

Research Essentials
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Fundamental Concepts
Precautions
Will the Data Require Statistical Methods?
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PLANNING
Hypotheses and Losses
Prescription
State the Objectives of Your Research
Gather Qualitative Data
Formulating Hypotheses
Specify the Decisions and Associated Costs
Specify the Alternatives
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Coping with Variation
Prescription
Start with Your Reports
List All Outcomes of Interest
List All Sources of Variation
Describe How You Will Cope with Sources of Variation
Establish a Time Line
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