Uses and Abuses of Statistics
12 August 2008, 13:30PM - 12 August 2008, 15:00PM
Ever struggled to understand your data and present in a clear and meaningful way? Sick of graphs that look like impressionist art?
Not sure when to use Medians and Means?
If so you may be interested in the Uses and Abuses of Statistics seminar planned for:
Tuesday 12th August (1.30 pm), at the Town Hall Council Chambers (repeat of the seminar on the 29th of July)
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Herefordshire Council's Research Team will be delivering this session on good practise in the use of statistics including:
Collection of data - points to consider
Numerical summaries - rounding, averages, variation, percentages
The use of tables, charts and maps
Interpretation & use – general tips
The presentation should last approximately one and a half hours with plenty of time for questions and discussion afterwards.
If you would like to attend, be added to the contacts list for details of meetings or have any suggestions for future topics, please contact Clement Attwood (01432 260 893 or researchteam@herefordshire.gov.uk ). If you plan to attend please can you ensure you book with us first so we can make sure we have enough space.
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