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Jean L. Turner - Using Statistics in Small-Scale Language Education Research: Focus on Non-Parametric Data - 9780415819947 - V9780415819947
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Using Statistics in Small-Scale Language Education Research: Focus on Non-Parametric Data

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Description for Using Statistics in Small-Scale Language Education Research: Focus on Non-Parametric Data Paperback. Series: ESL & Applied Linguistics Professional Series. Num Pages: 360 pages, 35 black & white tables. BIC Classification: CJA; EBA; GPS; PBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 516.

Assuming no familiarity with statistical methods, this text for language education research methods and statistics courses provides detailed guidance and instruction on principles of designing, conducting, interpreting, reading, and evaluating statistical research done in classroom settings or with a small number of participants. While three different types of statistics are addressed (descriptive, parametric, non-parametric) the emphasis is on non-parametric statistics because they are appropriate when the number of participants is small and the conditions for use of parametric statistics are not satisfied. The emphasis on non-parametric statistics is unique and complements the growing interest among second and foreign language educators ... Read more

A Companion Website extends and enhances the text with PowerPoint presentations illustrating how to carry out calculations and use R; practice exercises with answer keys; data sets in Excel MS-DOS format; and quiz, midterm, and final problems with answer keys.

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Product Details

Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Series
ESL & Applied Linguistics Professional Series
Condition
New
Number of Pages
348
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415819947
SKU
V9780415819947
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-1

About Jean L. Turner
Jean L. Turner is Professor, TESOL/TFL Program, Monterey Institute of International Studies, USA.

Reviews for Using Statistics in Small-Scale Language Education Research: Focus on Non-Parametric Data
"The clear and systematic writing style and many concrete examples from language education research make this book an excellent entry point to quantitative research for even those who might be afraid of statistics. Its coverage of non-parametric statistics is particularly useful." Ari Huhta, University of Jyväskylä, Finland "This book helps readers to understand basic statistical logics and principles, ... Read more

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