Unlocking Data with SPSS

Unlocking Data with SPSS: From Curiosity to Competence is a complete and practical guide designed to lead students, researchers, and professionals from the basics of SPSS to advanced statistical techniques. Beginning with an intuitive introduction to SPSS software, readers learn how to define variables, manage data, and conduct essential descriptive statistics and visualizations. As the book progresses, it builds a strong foundation in inferential statistics, including hypothesis testing, t-tests, ANOVA, regression analysis, and non-parametric methods. Advanced topics like factor analysis, reliability testing, and multivariate techniques are also thoroughly explained with step-by-step SPSS procedures. Special emphasis is placed on applying SPSS in academic research, reporting results according to APA standards, and exploring discipline-specific applications across psychology, business, and health sciences. Real-world case studies ensure practical understanding and reinforce the connection between theory and application. Whether for thesis writing, professional research, or general skill-building, this book empowers readers to unlock the full potential of their data using SPSS.

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Dr Janardan Behera is a passionate educator, researcher, and data analyst with extensive experience in teaching statistics and data analysis across multiple disciplines. Specializing in SPSS and statistical modeling, Dr Janardan Behera has guided countless undergraduate, postgraduate, and research scholars in mastering complex data analysis.