STATISTICAL STORIES, LLC
** Statistical Stories is currently closed but will re-open in 2023 **
Do you find data analysis or research project design
confusing, frustrating or overwhelming?
I can help you reframe your approach to data analysis and research design
in a way that is easy-to-understand and much less intimidating!
confusing, frustrating or overwhelming?
I can help you reframe your approach to data analysis and research design
in a way that is easy-to-understand and much less intimidating!
What I can help you with in applied statistics:
- Descriptive statistics --> How many people or cases are you counting? How do you display them in a chart or graph? How do you figure out what's common or average for a group of people? How do you figure out how different the people in a group are? Descriptive statistics includes counting (frequencies), averages or commonality (means, medians and modes) and difference or divergence (standard deviation and variance)
- Inferential statistics --> How can I be sure if my sample findings are good estimates of the populations they are drawn from? How can I tell if two or more groups are different from one another? Inferential statistics include concepts such as the standard error, Z-test, T-test, ANOVA/F-test, and other procedures where we use sample data (like the information you get from a survey) to test our educated guesses (hypotheses) about what people are doing
- Measures of association --> How can I tell if two or more variables are related? If they are related, how strong is that association? Are these variables related in the population? How can I be sure? Association measures include concepts such as Chi-square and the Pearson correlation
- Predictive statistics --> How can I tell if changes in one variable predicts changes in another? How much do we expect these variables to change? What happens when my dependent variables are thoughts or behaviors rather than numbers? How does that impact the kind of statistic I need to use? Predictive statistics include advanced topics such as dummy variables, linear regression, and logistic regression
- Explaining the guidelines for selecting any of these measures over the others
- Basic guidance on using SPSS point-and-click menus to generate and interpret the above measures
- Basic guidance on using the SPSS syntax editor, where appropriate
RESEARCH METHODS
What I can help you with in research methods:
- Translating your big ideas into answerable research questions
- Explaining the differences between quantitative and qualitative research methods
- Explaining the guidelines for selecting any one research method over the others
- Explaining the proper way to assemble a research paper and the material that goes into each section (introduction, literature review, methodology, results, discussion, conclusion)
PRICING
(All sessions are virtual)
For undergraduate and graduate students:
For professionals (non-students who need this skill set for work or personal interest):
More on small group sessions:
If you and 3 of your classmates or colleagues are stumped on the same type of issue, consider booking a small group virtual session where I can assist all of you together. Improving your analytical reasoning skills often works well when you can share ideas with other learners.
Session Recommendations:
If you only need a few points explained, and they are clear and well-defined, then a 30 minute session might work for you. If you feel confused, overwhelmed, or completely lost when it comes to statistics or research design then an hour long session might be required to troubleshoot your problem areas.
Topics:
If there is something that you need help with that is not listed in the topics above, please describe it in as much detail as possible when you fill out the interest form below. This helps me understand your issue and determine if my expertise is a good fit for you.
Availability:
My sessions are usually offered on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings after 6pm. Various weekday mornings and afternoons might also be available upon request. I very rarely have weekends available, but it doesn't hurt to ask.
- One-on-one virtual sessions: 30 minutes = $30 and 60 minutes = $60
- Small group virtual sessions (no more than 4 people): 30 minutes = $40 and 60 minutes = $80
For professionals (non-students who need this skill set for work or personal interest):
- One-on-one virtual sessions: 30 minutes = $50 and 60 minutes = $100
- Small group virtual sessions (no more than 4 people): 30 minutes = $100 and 60 minutes = $200
More on small group sessions:
If you and 3 of your classmates or colleagues are stumped on the same type of issue, consider booking a small group virtual session where I can assist all of you together. Improving your analytical reasoning skills often works well when you can share ideas with other learners.
Session Recommendations:
If you only need a few points explained, and they are clear and well-defined, then a 30 minute session might work for you. If you feel confused, overwhelmed, or completely lost when it comes to statistics or research design then an hour long session might be required to troubleshoot your problem areas.
Topics:
If there is something that you need help with that is not listed in the topics above, please describe it in as much detail as possible when you fill out the interest form below. This helps me understand your issue and determine if my expertise is a good fit for you.
Availability:
My sessions are usually offered on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings after 6pm. Various weekday mornings and afternoons might also be available upon request. I very rarely have weekends available, but it doesn't hurt to ask.
BACKGROUND AND LIMITATIONS
My background:
I am a tutor ONLY, so I cannot help you with:
- Ph.D in sociology with a concentration in race, ethnicity, gender and Black communities
- 15 years in teaching, tutoring, and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students on statistics and research methods
- 10 years as a college professor, primarily teaching sociological statistics and research methods
- 4 years as a lead researcher at a world-renowed survey research center
- Deep passion for helping people understand data and making the quantitative study of social life accessible
I am a tutor ONLY, so I cannot help you with:
- Guidance on the use of data analysis software other than SPSS
- Consulting or collaborating with you or your organization on research projects or grants
- Managing, directing, or generating research projects for you or your organization
- Editing your written projects for school or work beyond instructing you on how to write research papers in general (as stated in the section above)
- Your thesis, dissertation, or senior project by being a reader, committee member, or advisor
- In person sessions; all sessions are virtual at this time
I look forward to working with you to expand your understanding of data analysis and research design!
Book a virtual session using one of the buttons below!
** Statistical Stories is currently closed and not booking clients right now.
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Book a virtual session using one of the buttons below!
** Statistical Stories is currently closed and not booking clients right now.
The buttons below have been temporarily deactivated **
Disclaimer: The tutoring services that Statistical Stories, LLC provides are designed to be supplemental instruction. They do not replace, transcend, or otherwise substitute for the credit-bearing courses you are taking at your college or university. Statistical Stories, LLC does not make any guarantee about the outcomes of your educational or professional work products or activities. Statistical Stories, LLC is not responsible or liable for grades, assessments, or any other evaluative criteria that are associated with your educational or professional work products or activities. Statistical Stories, LLC is independently owned and operated by Kiana Cox and is completely unaffiliated with any of her previous or current employers.
