American Psychological Association
How to Create and Explore a Data Set
American Psychological Association

How to Create and Explore a Data Set

Mike Stadler, PhD

Instructor: Mike Stadler, PhD

Included with Coursera Plus

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Describe the elements and structure of a data set.

  • Give examples of the effective use of frequency distributions.

  • Learn operation and use of jamovi to create and navigate a data set and generate its frequency distributions,

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Recently updated!

September 2024

Assessments

13 assignments

Taught in English

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Placeholder

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the Data Exploration in Psychology Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate
Placeholder
Placeholder

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV

Share it on social media and in your performance review

Placeholder

There are 7 modules in this course

This module introduces you to your PsycLearn Essentials course. Find out what’s included in this course and how to navigate the modules and lessons. You’ll also learn valuable study tips for successful learning.

What's included

2 videos8 readings

This module provides a variety of information and tools from the American Psychological Association (APA) that will help inspire you as you complete your coursework and plan your career goals. Get discounted access to Academic Writer, APA’s online tool for writing effectively, as well as valuable advice that will help you develop and strengthen your skillset for learning success and future employment. Additionally, explore resources on various psychological issues. This module also includes APA resources on scholarly research and writing; a list of sites providing valuable resources on diversity, equity, and inclusion in psychology education and in the professional community; resources on a career in psychology; and links to career opportunities at the APA. You can also view videos that offer tips on dealing with stress.

What's included

8 readings

Once data have been collected, we must confront the question, “How do we summarize these data clearly and efficiently?” Graphs can help answer this question. We will explore the use and misuse of graphs, along with applications of the most common types of graphs.

What's included

1 video1 reading

There is much talk around the world about big data and analytics. Imagine the amount of data that big companies have stored up by recording every interaction with a customer. What did the customer search for? What did the customer purchase? How much does a given customer spend in an average order, or over the course of a year? The data must be organized and structured in very particular ways or it would be worthless. The same is true of observations in psychological science, or any science. The observations must be collected and stored in an organized way so that they may be useful for later analysis. This module introduces basic concepts about how data sets are organized and inspected.

What's included

4 videos4 readings6 assignments

This module explores the general nature of graphical representations of data and their usefulness, and then specifically explores the use of frequency distributions for different types of data.

What's included

2 videos4 readings3 assignments

In this module, we explore the use of bar graphs and histograms to describe a data set. We also introduce the jamovi statistical analysis software program, which we then use to create bar graphs and histograms.

What's included

7 videos2 readings3 assignments

What's included

2 readings1 assignment

Instructor

Mike Stadler, PhD
American Psychological Association
10 Courses6,866 learners

Offered by

Recommended if you're interested in Data Analysis

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."

New to Data Analysis? Start here.

Placeholder

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 7,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions