Quantitative Methods in Education: A Practical Introduction to Statistics

By John Gipson, Yukiko Maeda, Sheila Hurt

Educational research often involves understanding complex patterns in student achievement, teacher effectiveness, and institutional performance. Quantitative Methods in Education: A Practical Introduction to Statistics is designed to equip current and future educators and researchers with a basic comprehension of the statistical tools necessary to effectively analyze and interpret educational data. In today's data-driven world, the ability to leverage statistical techniques is essential for making informed decisions that can enhance learning outcomes and maximize learner potential. This book provides a systematic approach to exploring these trends using both descriptive and inferential statistics, providing readers with the knowledge to conduct rigorous analyses and draw meaningful data-evidenced conclusions. Throughout, the authors employ a conversational writing style to explain a variety of complicated topics in a way that engages readers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1626711801
• ISBN13: 9781626711808
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Purdue University Press
• Length: 316 Pages