Pfeiffer Library: Locating Statistical Resources: Locating Statistics in DragonQuest

Locating Statistics in DragonQuest

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Locating Statistics in DragonQuest (Basic Search)

There is not a direct way to filter statistical sources in DragonQuest. However, there are ways to make finding statistics easier. To conduct a basic search for statistical sources in DragonQuest:

Visit the library homepage and type in a keyword or phrase into the DragonQuest search box.
Before hitting "search" add a term that categorizes your keyword to numerical data. In other words, use a term that indicates quantitative data. Examples of numerical terms include: statistics, data, numbers, cases, figures, trends, results, quantity, quantitative study, etc.
- Example search phrases: COVID-19 cases, American poverty statistics, library trends, mental health survey, etc.
View your search results. If you are only interested in peer-reviewed journal articles, click on the "Scholarly (Peer-Reviewed) Journals checkbox on the left side of the page.
Use the limiters on the left side of the page to narrow down your results. Look for sources that have statistical terms in their titles and/or abstracts, such as case study, survey, questionnaire, and/or data.

Locating Statistics in DragonQuest (Advanced Search)

To conduct an advanced search for statistics in DragonQuest:

Visit the library homepage and click on the "Advanced Search" icon.
Type your topic or keyword into the first search box. Make sure you have "AND" selected in the dropdown menu to the left of the search box. In the second search box, type in a term that indicates that you are looking for numerical data. The term you use will depend on the keyword you have in the first search box. Example terms include: statistics, statistical analysis, data, numbers, cases, figures, results, quantity, quantitative study, survey, etc.
- Example search terms: violent crime rates, mental health statistics, customer satisfaction survey, etc.
View your search results and narrow them down with the limiters on the left side of the page. Look for sources that have statistical terms in their titles and/or abstracts, such as case study, survey, questionnaire, and/or data.

DragonQuest's search functions are the same as those in our EBSCOhost databases, so you can use these instructions while searching any of our EBSCO databases as well.

DragonQuest Advanced Search Results Page

If you are new to using DragonQuest to locate sources, you can also view our tutorial on DragonQuest below.

DragonQuest Tutorial
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Statistics eBooks

The following eBooks on statistics are also available in DragonQuest:

Economic Statistics by Antony Davies
ISBN: 9781944424350
Publication Date: 2017-12-01
The modern world is brimming with statistical information--information relevant to our personal health and safety, the weather, or the robustness of the national or global economy, to name just a few examples. But don't statistics lie? Well, no--people lie, and sometimes they use statistical language to do it. Knowing when you're being hoodwinked requires a degree of statistical literacy, but most people don't learn how to interpret statistical claims unless they take a formal course that trains them in the mathematical techniques of statistical analysis. This book won't turn you into a statistician--that would require a much longer and more technical discussion--but it will give you the tools to understand statistical claims and avoid common pitfalls associated with translating statistical information from the language of mathematics to plain English.
Statistics: a Very Short Introduction by David J. Hand
ISBN: 9780199233564
Publication Date: 2008-12-15
Modern statistics is very different from the dry and dusty discipline of the popular imagination. In its place is an exciting subject which uses deep theory and powerful software tools to shed light and enable understanding. And it sheds this light on all aspects of our lives, enablingastronomers to explore the origins of the universe, archaeologists to investigate ancient civilisations, governments to understand how to benefit and improve society, and businesses to learn how best to provide goods and services.Aimed at readers with no prior mathematical knowledge, this iVery Short Introduction/i explores and explains how statistics work, and how we can decipher them.
Statistics by David W. Scott
ISBN: 9781119675860
Publication Date: 2020-08-14
Statistic: A Concise Mathematical Introduction for Students and Scientists offers a one academic term text that prepares the student to broaden their skills in statistics, probability and inference, prior to selecting their follow-on courses in their chosen fields, whether it be engineering, computer science, programming, data sciences, business or economics. The book places focus early on continuous measurements, as well as discrete random variables. By invoking simple and intuitive models and geometric probability, discrete and continuous experiments and probabilities are discussed throughout the book in a natural way. Classical probability, random variables, and inference are discussed, as well as material on understanding data and topics of special interest. Topics discussed include: * Classical equally likely outcomes * Variety of models of discrete and continuous probability laws * Likelihood function and ratio * Inference * Bayesian statistics With the growth in the volume of data generated in many disciplines that is enabling the growth in data science, companies now demand statistically literate scientists and this textbook is the answer, suited for undergraduates studying science or engineering, be it computer science, economics, life sciences, environmental, business, amongst many others. Basic knowledge of bivariate calculus, R language, Matematica and JMP is useful, however there is an accompanying website including sample R and Mathematica code to help instructors and students.
Statistics by E. E. Bassett; J. M. Bremner; B. J. T. Morgan; I. T. Joliffe; B. Jones; P. M. North
ISBN: 9789810242930
Publication Date: 2000-06-01
Originally published in 1986, this book consists of 100 problems in probability and statistics, together with solutions and, most importantly, extensive notes on the solutions. The level of sophistication of the problems is similar to that encountered in many introductory courses in probability and statistics. At this level, straightforward solutions to the problems are of limited value unless they contain informed discussion of the choice of technique used, and possible alternatives. The solutions in the book are therefore elaborated with extensive notes which add value to the solutions themselves. The notes enable the reader to discover relationships between various statistical techniques, and provide the confidence needed to tackle new problems.
Business Statistics by Ravi Behara
ISBN: 9781423220299
Publication Date: 2014-05-31
Packed with key definitions, concepts, and equations, our Business Statistics guide covers how to read and use data to make clear business decisions. This essential reference tool is written and organized for quick access to critical points allowing students and professionals to increase grades and sharpen skills of collecting, organizing, and summarizing data for business.