Practical Statistics for Educators

Ruth Ravid

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Rowman & Littlefield
06 August 2024

Social research & statistics; Organisation & management of education

In K12 and higher education, the on-the-job daily demand for “evidence-based decision making” to solve problems and improve education is ubiquitous. This affordable resource provides educators and administrators with the knowledge and confidence they need to select and design the right measurement tools and statistical tests for the problem at hand, interpret and display the data, and propose evidence-based solutions to improve educational outcomes.

Practical Statistic for Educators, 6th Edition is a clear and easy-to-follow book written specifically for education students in introductory statistics and action research courses. It is also an invaluable resource and guidebook for educational practitioners who wish to study their own settings and for those involved in program evaluation.

By: Ruth Ravid
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Seventh Edition
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
ISBN: 9781538191705
ISBN 10: 1538191709
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 06 August 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

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).

Reviews for Practical Statistics for Educators

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