Types of data

Activities: In-class, small-group

• Using Names to Investigate Types of Data.  A small group activity which involves analyzing the first and last names of groups of students to illustrate that the choice of statistical analysis depends on the type of data. Submitted by Laura J. Simon.

Class lecture notes

• Types of data.  Definitions and examples of different types of data.  Submitted by Herb McGrath.
• Types of data.  Definitions and examples of three main types of data - categorical, measurement, and ranked data.  Some slides borrowed from Herb McGrath and modified.  Submitted by Laura J. Simon.
• Measurement concepts.  A summary of categorical and measurement variables, as well as discussion of margin of error, bias, validity, and reliability.  Submitted by Bob Heckard.