Data Collection: Getting Started With Statistics

By Lee Baker

Data Collection Made Simple: Your Essential Guide

 

Welcome to "Data Collection," the indispensable beginner's handbook in the esteemed "Getting Started With Statistics" series.

 

Why You Need This Book:

• Foundation of Success: Learn the crucial first step in any data-driven project with clarity.
• Avoid Common Pitfalls: Discover how to sidestep errors that can derail your entire study.
• Practical Insights: Gain practical tips to ensure your data is accurate and reliable.
• From Data to Knowledge: Understand the journey from raw data to actionable insights.
• Step-by-Step Guidance: Learn to create a robust data collection plan effortlessly.
• Real-world Relevance: Explore the importance of data in today's analytical landscape.
• Beginner-Friendly: Designed for newcomers with no prior statistical background.
• Essential Techniques: Master the 5 essential methods for effective data collection.
• Detailed Explanations: Clear explanations without overwhelming technicalities.
• Next Steps: Empower yourself to embark confidently on your research journey.

 

"Data Collection" isn't just about gathering numbers—it's about laying the groundwork for success. Whether you're preparing for analysis, plotting, or diving into machine learning, a solid data collection plan ensures smooth sailing ahead.

 

What You'll Learn:

• The Importance of Data: Understand its role in shaping decisions and insights.
• Crafting a Plan: Learn to develop a structured data collection strategy.
• Methods and Techniques: Explore effective approaches tailored to your needs.
• Top Tips: Practical advice to optimize your data collection efforts.
• Building Confidence: Gain the skills to collect accurate and meaningful data sets.

 

"Data Collection" is your essential companion, offering insights and practical wisdom to kickstart your journey in data-driven research. Whether you're a student, researcher, or aspiring analyst, this book equips you with the tools needed to excel.

Start your journey into the world of data collection today. Secure your copy and transform your approach to research with confidence!

• Language: English
• Publisher: CSI Publishing
• Release date: Dec 10, 2020
• ISBN: 9781393529712

Book preview

Preface

Prevention is better than cure.

That’s as true about data collection as it is about anything else.

Data collection might be an incredibly simple (and boring) task, but it’s also very easy to get wrong.

Get it right and all the steps that follow, like data cleaning and preparation, analysis, plotting, statistics and machine learning, all fall into place and everything goes like a dream.

But get it wrong and you’ve got weeks of pain ahead of you, correcting all the mistakes you made right at the beginning.

Having a good data collection plan is the difference between a project that inspires you to go to work with a smile on your face every day and one where you struggle to drag yourself out of bed every morning.

Your sanity is on the line here!

Building a good data collection plan, believe it or not, is a roadmap to doing your entire study properly.

Data Collection is a short guide to getting that plan up and running.

It is a snappy little non-threatening book about everything you ever wanted to know (but were afraid to ask) about data collection, answers the most frequently asked questions and inspires you to take the next steps in your journey.

First, I’ll explain why data is so important, and break down the differences between data, information and