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Getting started with SPSS

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Handling statistical data is an essential part of psychological research. However, many people find the idea of using statistics, and especially statistical software packages, extremely daunting. This free course, Getting started with SPSS, takes a step-by-step approach to statistics software through seven interactive activities. No statistics software is needed.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 The SPSS statistics tutorial
  • 1 The SPSS statistics tutorial
  • 1.1 Hints before you start
  • 2 How to start SPSS
  • 2 How to start SPSS
  • 3 Using the Menu
  • 3 Using the Menu
  • 4 Adding variables
  • 4 Adding variables
  • 5 Obtaining descriptive statistics
  • 5 Obtaining descriptive statistics
  • 6 Correlation
  • 6 Correlation
  • 7 Independent T-Tests
  • 7 Independent T-Tests
  • 8 Paired samples T-Tests
  • 8 Paired samples T-Tests
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements

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4.4 rating at OpenLearn based on 74 ratings

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    Enrique Enriquez @EEnriquez
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    This course offers a concise and effective introduction to SPSS and foundational statistical methods, ideal for those new to data analysis. It delivered precisely on its stated objectives, with clear guidance through variable definition, data entry, and basic statistical procedures. I appreciate that the course was free of charge and that the certificate of completion was available on demand, as promised. The estimated duration was accurate, allowing for efficient planning. Overall, the course provided a positive and professionally structured learning experience, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to build competence in SPSS and social science statistics.
  • Gul Zaman Ahmadi
    Taking the SPSS basic course was a great decision! It helped me rewind the basics and learn some key points that have improved my data analysis skills significantly. Highly recommended!
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