Good Statistical Practice for Natural Resources Research

Edited by R.D. Stern, R. Coe, E.F. Allan, I.C. Dale

Published May 2004. Paperback, 416 pages, ISBN 0851997228

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Readership

Advanced students and professionals in all disciplines in agriculture, forestry, rural development, environmental and related sciences.

Description

This book provides a practical approach to applying statistics to a wide variety of studies or projects. It will help bring together the biophysical and socioeconomic aspects, that are increasingly seen as integral to successful natural resources management. The topics covered include types of study in NRM, planning, data management and analysis. The book has been written for advanced students and professionals in all disciplines in agriculture, forestry, rural development, environmental and related sciences.

Contents

Part 1: Introduction

• Chapter 1: What is Natural Resources Research?
• Chapter 2: At Least Read This...
• Chapter 3: Sidetracks

Part 2: Planning

• Chapter 4: Introduction to Research Planning
• Chapter 5: Concepts Underlying Experiments
• Chapter 6: Sampling Concepts
• Chapter 7: Surveys and Studies of Human Subjects
• Chapter 8: Surveying Land and Natural Populations
• Chapter 9: Planning Effective Experiments

Part 3: Data Management

• Chapter 10: Data Management Issues and Problems
• Chapter 11: Use of Spreadsheet Packages
• Chapter 12: The Role of a Database Package
• Chapter 13: Developing a Data Management Strategy
• Chapter 14: Use of Statistical Software

Part 4: Analysis

• Chapter 15: Analysis - Aims and Approaches
• Chapter 16: The DIY Toolbox - General Ideas
• Chapter 17: Analysis of Survey Data
• Chapter 18: Analysis of Experimental Data
• Chapter 19: General Linear Models
• Chapter 20: The Craftsman's Toolbox
• Chapter 21: Informative Presentation of Tables, Graphs and Statistics

Part 5: Where Next?

• Chapter 22: Current Trends and their Implications for Good Practice
• Chapter 23: Resources and Further Reading

Index

Last updated 30 September, 2005