Ruth Ravid, PhD is professor emerita of education at National Louis University. Her areas of interest include action research, educational assessment, and school-university collaboration. Ravid is the co-authored a number of books, including Action Research in Education: A Practical Guide (2nd ed; with S. E. Efron, 2020); Writing the Literature Review: A Practical Guide (with S. E. Efron, 2019); and Practical Statistics for Business: An Introduction to Business Statistics (with P. Haan, 2008). Ravid co-edited a number of books, including Building and Maintaining Collaborative Communities (with J. J. Slater & R. M. Reardon, 2016); Collaboration in Education (with J. Slater, 2010); and The Many Faces of School-University Collaboration: Characteristics of Successful Partnerships (with M. G. Handler, 2001).
Teaching research and quantitative analysis to future school administrators, I have longed searched for the perfect textbook; My search is over! Practical Statistics for Educators (7th ed.) strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and complexity, making it an invaluable resource for any future or current school administrator navigating the world of data-informed decision-making. Ravid provides clear explanations and an awesome Study Guide that empower educators to harness the power of statistics in their day-to-day operations. Whether a seasoned administrator or just beginning the journey towards school administration, this book will be a trusted companion in making informed and impactful choices for your school community. --James T. Fox, associate professor and Educational Leadership Program Director, Seidel School of Education