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SPSS survival manual : a step by step guide to data analysis using SPSS

Julie Pallant
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In this paper, SPSS is used to explore relationships among variables using graphs to describe and explore the data, checking the reliability of a scale, choosing the right statistic, and comparing groups.
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Preface Data files and website Introduction and overview Part One: Getting started Designing a study Preparing a codebook Getting to know SPSS Part Two: Preparing the data file Creating a data file and entering data Screening and cleaning the data Part Three: Preliminary analyses Descriptive statistics Using graphs to describe and explore the data Manipulating the data Checking the reliability of a scale Choosing the right statistic Part Four: Statistical techniques to explore relationships among variables Correlation Partial correlation Multiple regression Logistic regression Factor analysis Part Five: Statistical techniques to compare groups Non-parametric statistics T-tests One-way analysis of variance Two-way between-groups ANOVA Mixed between-within subjects analysis of variance Multivariate analysis of variance Analysis of covariance Appendix: Details of data files Recommended reading References Index

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What are the key steps in designing a quantitative research study using SPSS?

Key steps in designing a quantitative research study using SPSS include designing the study, preparing a codebook, creating a data file, and choosing the right statistic for analysis.

How can I use SPSS to analyze my data?

The paper provides a step-by-step guide on how to use SPSS for data analysis, including designing a study, preparing a codebook, creating a data file, conducting preliminary analyses, and using various statistical techniques to explore relationships among variables and compare groups.