select a topic concerning public health
Select a topic and data set for your Data Analysis Project, and write 3 – 4 sentences about why you selected this topic. Write a research question pertaining to your topic, then write a null hypothesis and an alternative hypothesis. Don’t forget to state the type of samples (e.g., one sample or two samples) and what types of variables would be used.
- What level of alpha would you set to test your hypothesis?
- Can you address how to avoid Type I and/or Type II errors?
- Are you able to calculate a point estimate and/or a confidence interval with the information given?
The
M5 Hypotheses Assignment Template is provided to guide you through the completion of this assignment.
REFERENCES MUST NOT BE MORE THAN 5 YEARS
NO PLAGIARISM
Competencies:
3. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using biostatistics, informatics, computer-based programming and software, as appropriate.
4. Interpret results of data analysis for public health research, policy, or practice.
Learning Objectives:
1. Critically appraise evidence to address oral health issues for individuals and populations.
2. Formulate a research question and create hypotheses according to variables and number of samples.
3. Identify the differenced between Type I and Type II errors and the relationship between conficence interval and p- values.
4. Distinguish among the different measurement scales and the implications for selection of statistical methods to be used based on these distinctions.
5. Interpret results of statistical analyses found in public health studies.