Step-by-step guidance for data collection and analysis empowers ecologists to conduct rigorous statistical studies
Comprehensive coverage of statistical tests including t-tests, ANOVA, and regression enables thorough data analysis
Detailed instructions for using both Excel and R graphics tools ensure accessibility and versatility
Expanded online support materials with example data, exercises, and explanations enhance learning and practice
New chapter on basic community statistics and biodiversity provides essential knowledge for ecological research
Summarized by Shop
This is a book about the scientific process and how you apply it to data in ecology. You will learn how to plan for data collection, how to assemble data, how to analyze data and finally how to present the results. The book uses Microsoft Excel and the powerful Open Source R program to carry out data handling as well as producing graphs.