Descriptive inference
1
Basic tools of quantitative reasoning
2
Sampling
3
p-values
4
Linear regression
Causal inference
5
Alternate explanations
6
Randomized experiments
7
Non-random comparisons
8
Statistical control
Assessing research
9
Imperfect indicators of quality
10
Threats to inference 1
11
Threats to Inference 2
12
Ethical issues
Data analysis and review
13
Meta-analysis in Microsoft Excel
14
Statistical tests in R
15
Data visualization in R
16
Review
17
R simulations
Miscellany
18
Syllabus
19
Practice exams
20
Credits
21
Course meetings
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Syllabus