Statistical Measures and Applications
Some statistical measures form the basis of data gathering and analysis in public health. Consider the following measures:
1.Frequencies
2.Means
3.Medians
4.Standard deviations
5.Quartiles
6.Ranges
Respond to the following:
•Compare and contrast the use of the measures listed in understanding the health status of a population. Give examples in your answer.
•Discuss the relevance and use of each measure in relation to research studies.
Write your initial response in 6 distinct paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By Saturday, October 10, 2015, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through Wednesday, October 14, 2015, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Explore any points you have not previously considered.
Assignment 1 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Initial response was:
•Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
•Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
•Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
16
Discussion Response and Participation:
•Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
•Offered points of view supported by research.
•Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
• Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
16
•Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
•Responses were error free.
•Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
8
Total:
40
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