Johns Hopkins University
Summary Statistics in Public Health
Johns Hopkins University

Summary Statistics in Public Health

This course is part of Biostatistics in Public Health Specialization

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15 hours (approximately)
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What you'll learn

  • Calculate continuous data measures

  • Interpret data visualizations

  • Analyze binary data

  • Analyze time to event data

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10 quizzes

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There are 6 modules in this course

Within this learning module, you will learn how statistics are used within public heath research. Topics covered include study design types, data types, and data summarization. You will complete a practice quiz before completing a graded quiz.

What's included

6 videos1 quiz

Module two involves several lectures, a practice quiz and a graded quiz. Topics include summary statistics, visual displays, role of sample size, and continuous data.

What's included

6 videos1 reading2 quizzes

The focus of this module is on normal distribution. Topics covered include defining the standard normal distribution, and application of principles of normal distribution to sample data. There is a practice quiz where you can test your knowledge before completing the graded quiz.

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5 videos2 quizzes

Module four covers binary data and its significance. In addition to lectures, you will complete a practice quiz and a graded quiz.

What's included

6 videos1 reading2 quizzes

In module five, you will explore how time is defined and studied in relation to data and learn about the Kaplan-Meir curve. In addition to a practice quiz, you will complete a graded quiz and project.

What's included

6 videos1 reading2 quizzes

During this module, you get the chance to demonstrate what you've learned by putting yourself in the shoes of biostatistical consultant on two different studies, one about asthma medication and the other about self-administration of injectable contraception. The two research teams have asked you to help them interpret previously published results in order to inform the planning of their own studies.

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2 readings1 quiz

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4.8 (657 ratings)
John McGready, PhD, MS
Johns Hopkins University
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