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Library Databases

A library database is a collection of different sources such as magazine articles, journal articles, ebooks, streaming videos, images, and more.  You can find information about statistics by searching with a topic keyword or combination of words.

Example searches:

  • RSV and infants and United States
  • Suicide and opioid abuse and adults

Some recommended databases for articles containing statistical information:

Web Resources

More sources for statistics:

General Research Resources

SCC Library Books and Ebooks

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Statistics for the Terrified

Statistics for the Terrified offers a clear and concise introduction to statistics. Perfect as a brief core or supplementary text for undergraduate courses in statistics and research methods... Designed for students who may struggle with mathematical concepts, its informal and highly engaging narrative includes self-help strategies, numerous concrete examples, and a great deal of humor to encourage students from all backgrounds to the study of statistics.

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Statistics in Social Work

Understanding statistical concepts is essential for social work professionals. It is key to understanding research and reaching evidence-based decisions in your own practice—but that is only the beginning. If you understand statistics, you can determine the best interventions for your clients. You can use new tools to monitor and evaluate the progress of your client or team. You can recognize biased systems masked by complex models and the appearance of scientific neutrality.

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Mathematics and Statistics for Science

Mathematics and statistics are the bedrock of modern science. No matter which branch of science you plan to work in, you simply cannot avoid quantitative approaches. And while you won't always need to know a great deal of theory, you will need to know how to apply mathematical and statistical methods in realistic scenarios. That is precisely what this book teaches. It covers the mathematical and statistical topics that are ubiquitous in early undergraduate courses, but does so in a way that is directly linked to science. 

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Statistics Essentials for Dummies

Statistics Essentials For Dummies not only provides students with an excellent high-level overview of key concepts, and it also serves as a reference or refresher for students in upper-level statistics courses. Free of review and ramp-up material, Statistics Essentials For Dummies sticks to the point, with content focused on key course topics only. 

Library database: Statista

Check out Statista, the database that contains market data, industry reports, consumer insights, company insights, data visualization, daily data and more.Screenshot of Statista database

Check out select streaming videos below from Films on Demand and Academic Video Online in the library's databases

Watch Streaming Videos from the SCC Library

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What is Statistics?

From Academic Video Online (AVON). Crash Course Statistics Series.

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Using Statistics in Virtual Space

From Films on Demand. A segment of the program, Stemplots: Against All Odds - Inside Statistics.

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Branches of Statistics

From Films on Demand. In this video lecture, Professor Naomi Lowe discusses the different branches of statistics and looks at types of variables.

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What Are Statistics and How Are They Use?

From Academic Video Online (AVON). This Video Explains Marketing - What are statistics and how are they used.