Session 5: Biostatistics
Karen Smith, PhD, MS, RPh
October 11, 2018
Session Objectives:
Biostatistics:
Karen Smith, PhD, MS, RPh
October 11, 2018
Session Objectives:
- Differentiate between descriptive and inferential statistics
- Choose an appropriate statistical test based on the type of data being analyzed
- Describe the concepts of normal distribution, population, and sample
- Formulate the analytic plan for a research study
- Evaluate various data collection tools and databases to collect study data
Biostatistics:
- Pre-Session assignment: (Please review the pre-session lecture slides before attending the session)
- Session Materials:
- Optional Readings:
- Useful Tools: (See "Research Tools" for additional links)