Paul Attewell , David Monaghan
Data Mining for the Social Sciences: An Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780520280984
- author:
- Paul Attewell , David Monaghan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of California Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 1.5 x 25.4 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Sociology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Data Mining for the Social Sciences: An Introduction provides a straightforward introduction to data mining techniques for social scientists. The authors explore how these methods differ from traditional statistical analysis and demystify the diverse range of approaches used in data mining.
By examining the strengths and weaknesses of various methodologies, Attewell and Monaghan aim to empower social scientists to incorporate data mining into their analytical toolkits. Practical demonstrations using popular statistical software packages are also included to illustrate how to carry out analyses.
This book is an accessible resource for those looking to expand their skills in data analysis and uncover patterns within large datasets, shedding light on the potential of data mining for social science research.
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