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Statistics Made Simple

Brad R. Fulton, PhD
Hypothesis Testing
ANOVA
Confidence Intervals
Simple Linear Regression
Data Analysis
Statistics
Correlation
Statistical Significance
P-Value
Normal Distribution
Sample Statistics
US Presidential Approval Ratings
Social Science
Chi Square Test
Categorical Variables
Quantitative Methods
Confidence Interval
Statistical Evidence
Statistical Inference
Sampling Distribution

This podcast introduces the statistical methods used to analyze data about society with an emphasis on applying those methods. This podcast will help you to be a more informed and critical reader of academic research, public opinion polling, and advertisement claims that present statistical evidence.

Lecture slides and course material can be obtained by emailing bradrfulton@gmail.com

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This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret d... more

In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the st... more

This episode provides a comprehensive introduction to statistical concepts and how they relate to social science research. Professor Fulton discusses the course objectives which include teaching listeners to gather, describe, analyze, and interpret d... more

In this episode of "Collecting Data and Sampling," the complexities of sampling in research are explored, drawing an intriguing parallel to casual weekend trips to Costco for free samples. This analogy sets the stage for a deeper discussion on the st... more

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Brad Fulton
Professor and host who specializes in statistics and data analysis, known for his engaging and clear teaching style that connects complex subjects to real-life applications.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 566 ratings
  • I am teaching Business Stats at the college level for the first time and was searching for a guide to help structure my course. I found Dr. Fulton's course on Audible and it has been immensely helpful. Not to mention that I reached out to him personally via email and he is very approachable and quick to respond. I'm very grateful to have stumbled upon this podcast. Thanks so much Dr. Fulton!

    Audible
    5
    Jomana Papillo
    United States10 days ago
  • Great podcast

    I thoroughly enjoyed the episode! It tackled a complex topic and presented it in an enjoyable and easy-to-understand manner. The conversation flowed naturally and was engaging, leaving me with a much deeper understanding of the significance of sampling. It’s definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vraj_24
    United States2 months ago
  • This will help me graduate

    I must retake and pass some statistical courses to graduate. Professor Fulton’s podcast gives me courage to keep trying and the lectures are very enjoyable! I really appreciate your work and helping with extra material.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArkHiver
    Germany3 months ago
  • Just awsome

    I’m a 4th year ophthalmology resident, currently focused on improving my understanding of statistics and research methodology. This podcast and course materials have been a valuable resource in that journey. I really enjoy Dr. Fulton’s clear and engaging teaching style. Thank you for making these resources freely available.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peyman G
    Canada4 months ago
  • Making Statistics easy to understand

    This podcast transforms the intimidating world of statistics into a series of engaging, easy-to-grasp lessons. Professor Brad Fulton’s explanations are crisp, relatable, and insightful. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up, this is the go-to resource for building real statistical intuition without the fluff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Attarde Hrushikesh
    India4 months ago

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Many appreciate the practical applications of statistics discussed, particularly in social settings and public opinion research.
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19_Multiple Comparisons: Delving Deeper with ANOVA
Q: Is there a significant difference in the mean cost of natural science textbooks and humanities textbooks?
Yes, there is a significant difference as concluded from the hypothesis test.
19_Multiple Comparisons: Delving Deeper with ANOVA
Q: What is our F-statistic for the ANOVA analysis?
The F-statistic is 4.05 indicating a significant difference in costs.
15_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 1 of 2)
Q: Can you use StatKey?
Yes, StatKey can be used to find t-star for a specified confidence interval.
15_Inference for Quantitative Variables (Part 1 of 2)
Q: What would be our formal decision with this hypothesis test?
The t-value that was obtained will help determine if we reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis based on whether it exceeds a critical value or not.
14_Inference for Categorical Variables (Part 2 of 2)
Q: Why can’t we just answer the question about whether female students are less likely than male students to be engineering majors?
Because we need to account for the possibility that the observed sample could occur by random chance under the null hypothesis.

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