Data Analysis Advice (Part 2 of 3): Understanding Hypothesis Testing and Statistical Analysis - Online lesson for Science Extension HSC

About the Program

HSC students explore the best scientific practice when collecting and analysing data for the HSC science extension course – how to organise your data for effective analysis, a deep dive into the statistical tests required by the Science Extension HSC syllabus, and how to accurately interpret the meaning of your results.

By the time your students leave, they should feel confident analysing the data collected throughout their scientific research project using the same methods as researchers in academia and industry.

This seminar is the second in a three-part series of data analysis advice workshops run by the University of Sydney for HSC Science Extension students. If you missed part one – Understanding Method Design and Data Collection – or wish to revise the content before attending part two, please contact us for a copy of the slides. 

Lesson Structure

• Review of classifications of data and how to choose the correct classification

• Choosing the appropriate statistical analysis techniques

• Understanding P-values and significance

• Understanding hypothesis test (linear regression, chi-squared and non-parametric tests)

• Introduction to Excel and other data analysis programs

This workshop includes a hands-on Excel activity so it is recommended that students join with individual laptops that have access to the desktop version of Excel.

Terms & Conditions

• This program is free for all attendees. Students, teachers and classes are all welcome to attend.

• This session will be recorded.

• Attendees attending the program are advised that their details, video, name and chat may be seen by others attending the event or in the recording, and to take their own privacy needs into account.

• Disruptive or disrespectful behaviour may result in removal from the Zoom meeting.

Zoom Format

Attendees are welcome to join individually or else join from a classroom setting from one Zoom account. The recording will be sent to all registered attendees after the session.

Contact

Questions? Please contact Dr Chau Le, Manager School Programs (chau.le@sydney.edu.au or 0468 543 148)