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About the Course

Biostatistics is the application of statistical reasoning to the life sciences, and it is the key to unlocking the data gathered by researchers and the evidence presented in the scientific literature. In this course, we'll focus on the use of statistical measurement methods within the world of public health research. Along the way, you'll be introduced to a variety of methods and measures, and you'll practice interpreting data and performing calculations on real data from published studies. Topics include summary measures, visual displays, continuous data, sample size, the normal distribution, binary data, the element of time, and the Kaplan-Meir curve....

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AB

Apr 23, 2020

I am glad to learn a lot of terms in statistics and how to use and interpret them in the context of Public Health researches. The Instructor provided enough examples to understand the lessons better.

AA

Jan 10, 2021

This is a good and enticing introduction for the rest of the Coursera Specialization where it belongs. For added value, consider taking this course with a biostatistics textbook for better retention.

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By Michael J

Jan 10, 2021

Excellent survey of statistical methods, interpretation and presentation. Prof. McReady's interest in and eagerness to share guidance on proper use of statistics in public health might convey better with improved graphics, but were on the whole very understandable and compelling.

By Zein E A I F

Dec 5, 2022

Simplified explanation. Tests in the course really help you make sure that you have understood the concept. However the presentation of the courses should be more variable to avoid being monotonic. Definitely recommend for beginners: Understand basic concepts in biostatistics.

By Umaima N

Mar 13, 2024

Very informative and practically applicable course. However, I struggled to understand the instructors speech and the way he phrased concepts at some points. Doing a quick internet search helped me understand the point he was trying to make in these instances.

By Nitesh B

Apr 28, 2020

Fantastic and inspiring course. Very essential for everybody in the field of public health. Prof. Dr. John is extremely lucid and clear. Additional information or any added reading materials might help the aspirants.

By Dana S

May 12, 2020

Excellent explanations and interesting quizzes. I really enjoyed the final project. There was some echo throughout the lectures which was somewhat distracting, but that's minor. Thank you very much!

By Pinelopi T

Nov 27, 2020

I loved the profesor and the entire course. Many examples, simple language, great for understanding the basics of statistics. I'd have loved it if it contained more information about more subjects

By E. R L

Jan 23, 2019

Great course. Couple of hiccups along the way, but I think they are all ironed out now. The instructor is excellent at explaining and providing relevant samples to demonstrate course material.

By Darian d J V D

Apr 29, 2024

There are some quizzes that only give me one option in the answer and is also a wrong option. This make me get a low grade. The rest of the element are great, I loved it.

By Sunaina l

Jul 1, 2020

it was a great learning experience and this coursehave provided insight into some vital concepts in biomedical health statistics,I am very thanful to the entire team.

By Mary D

Jul 13, 2020

I found it to be a really useful refresher from an introductory biostats course from my graduate studies. Thanks for making this information so accessible!

By Ji H N

May 17, 2019

Quite a good course - sometimes though the questions are not really covered within the course lectures. Simple and easy to understand.

By Joshua D

Jan 18, 2023

This course does a good job of covering the concepts and making sure you understand them without requiring much actual math.

By Samira H

Jul 13, 2020

I liked the course very much. It would be helpful if we can get some better explanations on the box plot data presentations.

By Tadej D

Dec 6, 2020

In some areas to many unecessary words, it is easy to lose focus. Handwriting very bad!

But overall very good explanation.

By ADNAN M

Jul 9, 2020

Good course. But some of the questions are not understandable. And some of the calcualtions were not described detail.

By Douglas R

Feb 13, 2021

Good course, would be great if typos/errors especially in week 4 quiz and final course quiz were corrected.

By Adelle

Aug 6, 2020

This was a pretty great course. I do not know why I bothered with getting a Masters degree honestly.

By Jure B

Jul 8, 2022

All in all a good course on summary statistics. Audio could be better in certain lectures.

By Benjamin B

Feb 24, 2022

Got the basic drift. Lectures and quizzes were a little too wordy and technical at times.

By Alonso f

Feb 16, 2020

excelente curso introductorio, me hubiera gustado una versión escrita con más ejemplos.

By Felix C

Nov 27, 2020

Es un buen curso para entender desde lo básico la estadística aplicada a salud publica

By Yuxuan T

Jan 11, 2022

It's a great course to learn, hope to get more knowledge in the future of the series.

By Sushanta S

Jun 23, 2019

ONLY THE LECTURE MATERIALS ARE NOT ENOUGH TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONS IN GRADED QUIZZES.

By María d P S H

Jul 5, 2022

I like your simple explanations however it addresses key points of one theme

Thanks

By Steve B

Aug 5, 2020

This was a very efficient and focused way to learn about public health statistics.