I'm a statistics n00b trying to learn how to combine the results of several tests into one. [more inside]
posted by gsteff on Oct 17, 2009 - 4 answers

Lots of interrelated data, little idea of how to analyze it. What method or type of software is best for collecting complex information for future analysis? [more inside]
posted by newlyminted on Aug 20, 2009 - 6 answers

How important are quantitative research skills for getting a job at a DC think tank? [more inside]
posted by Spurious on Aug 16, 2009 - 3 answers

Looking for statistics and/or reports about services given by NGOs, private companies and governments to parents, as opposed to services directed to childrens, in european countries. [more inside]
posted by elpapacito on Aug 13, 2009 - 2 answers

Popular Forums on Statistics and Quantitative Research? [more inside]
posted by Spurious on Jul 20, 2009 - 7 answers

Does anyone know of a good source that can help me figure out which statistical test to use, and under what circumstances? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 15, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm looking for statistics on rate of information retention of video vs. print. Where can I find this? [more inside]
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér on Jun 3, 2009 - 1 answer

Google-fu masters: I need some stats, STAT. [more inside]
posted by greta simone on Feb 12, 2009 - 16 answers

I am looking for examples of really bad research. [more inside]
posted by tickingclock on Sep 21, 2008 - 50 answers

Tools for a scientific publisher to provide usage statistics for its subscribers? Is this a good idea? [more inside]
posted by chillmost on Sep 5, 2008 - 3 answers

What does "longitudinal prediction" mean? And more generally, where can I find an online glossary of such terms related to research statistics? [more inside]
posted by harwons on Aug 8, 2008 - 3 answers

SurveyResearchFilter: Creating an index when response items are on different (and somewhat non-sensical) scales. [more inside]
posted by proj on Jul 15, 2008 - 6 answers

Best ways to visually explore a large survey data set? [more inside]
posted by proj on May 7, 2008 - 9 answers

Looking for clear, effective references of standard deviation in a marketing research project. [more inside]
posted by survivorman on Mar 19, 2008 - 6 answers

Where could I find demographics about age groups and personal computer ownership? Specifically a percentage of people who own computers by age group [more inside]
posted by Raichle on Sep 5, 2007 - 5 answers

[IHaveAnExamTodayFilter] I am a graduate student in social work. Today I have a midterm that will include questions on a few things I just cannot understand despite lectures, notes and a glossary. They include confidence level, confidence interval, standard deviation and margin or error. Can you explain this stuff to me, preferably in relation to one another? [more inside]
posted by sneakin on Jul 12, 2007 - 19 answers

I have recently seen a map of Congress that listed the number of Representatives that had been indicted, seen war, had been divorced, etc. What kind of public records are available about a landmark building like the Hancock Tower in Chicago and how can I get a hold of them? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Apr 20, 2007 - 5 answers

StatsFilter: Evidence challenging/contradicting conventional controlled/placebo trials? [more inside]
posted by pallen123 on Jul 25, 2006 - 10 answers

Broadband vs. Dial-Up. I'm looking for current research that shows the number of users that connect to the Internet via Broadband vs. dial-up. I know its out there somewhere . . . [more inside]
posted by dhacker on Mar 19, 2004 - 6 answers