University of Michigan
How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge
University of Michigan

How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge

Elle O'Brien

Instructor: Elle O'Brien

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

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

What you'll learn

  • Learn the rationale and limitations of significance testing within scientific inquiry, including crafting hypotheses and interpreting p-values

  • Learn how scientific experiments are proposed, designed, reviewed, and published

  • Identify common biases and mistranslations in science research reporting and the challenges of conveying science research to the public effectively

  • Assess the credibility of claims about research and recognize the role of replicability and generalizability in scientific progress

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May 2024

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Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

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7 videos5 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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9 videos2 readings1 assignment

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6 videos2 readings1 assignment

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Elle O'Brien
University of Michigan
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