Beginning Statistics: An Introduction for Social Scientists by Liam Foster, Ian Diamond, and Julie Banton is an English-language study book aimed at higher education levels. This textbook offers a clear and practical introduction to statistics, specifically for the social sciences.
With an emphasis on describing concepts and explaining applications, this book introduces students to core statistical principles without prior knowledge. Using examples and visual displays, it explains step by step how to create reliable tables and graphs, and how descriptive and inferential statistics are used.
Key topics include, among others, the usefulness of statistics in the social sciences, correlation, regression, and interpreting research data. The content aligns with themes such as social research and statistics, and provides a practical foundation for anyone who delves into quantitative research.