In this course, you will learn the basics of understanding the data you have and why correctly classifying data is the first step to making correct decisions. You will describe data both graphically and numerically using descriptive statistics and R software. You will learn four probability distributions commonly used in the analysis of data. You will analyze data sets using the appropriate probability distribution. Finally, you will learn the basics of sampling error, sampling distributions, and errors in decision-making.
Managing, Describing, and Analyzing Data
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Managing, Describing, and Analyzing Data
This course is part of Data Science Methods for Quality Improvement Specialization
Instructor: Wendy Martin
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Calculate descriptive statistics and create graphical representations using R software
Solve problems and make decisions using probability distributions
Explore the basics of sampling and sampling distributions with respect to statistical inference
Classify types of data with scales of measurement
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There are 5 modules in this course
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to use R and R Studio to work with data and classify types of data using measurement scales.
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7 videos3 readings2 quizzes2 discussion prompts
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to use R and RStudio to create visual representations of data, and calculate descriptive statistics to describe location, spread and shape of data.
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11 videos3 quizzes2 discussion prompts
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to apply the rules and conditions of probability and probability distributions to make decisions and solve problems using R and R Studio.
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8 videos2 quizzes1 discussion prompt
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to use R and RStudio to characterize sampling and sampling distributions, error and estimation with respect to statistical inference.
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8 videos2 quizzes1 discussion prompt
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to use R and RStudio to perform statistical tests for two groups with independent and dependent data.
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13 videos2 quizzes
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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Colorado Boulder. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹
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