Statistics for Research in Sustainable Practices

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The focus of this course is statistical analysis as applied to quantitative research in the field of sustainable practices. Students will be introduced to both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques and how they are used in this context. Both experimental and correlational analysis (including regression) will be presented and contextualized with real-world problems and examples. The emphasis is on the interpretation and communication of data as well as problem solving using statistical techniques. Needed technology will be taught along with the subject matter. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BAS-SP program, OR permission from the BAS-SP program administrator.