BLS Handbook of Methods

BLS Handbook of Methods
Author: United States. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Publisher: U.S. Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1997
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:
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Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning

Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning
Author: Carl Patton
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 481
Release: 2015-08-26
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1317350006
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Updated in its 3rd edition, Basic Methods of Policy Analysis and Planning presents quickly applied methods for analyzing and resolving planning and policy issues at state, regional, and urban levels. Divided into two parts, Methods which presents quick methods in nine chapters and is organized around the steps in the policy analysis process, and Cases which presents seven policy cases, ranging in degree of complexity, the text provides readers with the resources they need for effective policy planning and analysis. Quantitative and qualitative methods are systematically combined to address policy dilemmas and urban planning problems. Readers and analysts utilizing this text gain comprehensive skills and background needed to impact public policy.

Experimental Statistics

Experimental Statistics
Author: Mary Gibbons Natrella
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2013-03-13
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 0486154556
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A handbook for those seeking engineering information and quantitative data for designing, developing, constructing, and testing equipment. Covers the planning of experiments, the analyzing of extreme-value data; and more. 1966 edition. Index. Includes 52 figures and 76 tables.

Nonparametric Functional Estimation

Nonparametric Functional Estimation
Author: B. L. S. Prakasa Rao
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 539
Release: 2014-07-10
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 148326923X
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Nonparametric Functional Estimation is a compendium of papers, written by experts, in the area of nonparametric functional estimation. This book attempts to be exhaustive in nature and is written both for specialists in the area as well as for students of statistics taking courses at the postgraduate level. The main emphasis throughout the book is on the discussion of several methods of estimation and on the study of their large sample properties. Chapters are devoted to topics on estimation of density and related functions, the application of density estimation to classification problems, and the different facets of estimation of distribution functions. Statisticians and students of statistics and engineering will find the text very useful.

The Construction Chart Book

The Construction Chart Book
Author: CPWR--The Center for Construction Research and Training
Publisher: Cpwr - The Center for Construction Research and Training
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2008
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:
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The Construction Chart Book presents the most complete data available on all facets of the U.S. construction industry: economic, demographic, employment/income, education/training, and safety and health issues. The book presents this information in a series of 50 topics, each with a description of the subject matter and corresponding charts and graphs. The contents of The Construction Chart Book are relevant to owners, contractors, unions, workers, and other organizations affiliated with the construction industry, such as health providers and workers compensation insurance companies, as well as researchers, economists, trainers, safety and health professionals, and industry observers.

Handbook of Early Literacy Research

Handbook of Early Literacy Research
Author: Susan B. Neuman
Publisher: Guilford Press
Total Pages: 516
Release: 2003-04-07
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781572308954
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Current research increasingly highlights the role of early literacy in young children's development--and facilitates the growth of practices and policies that promote success among diverse learners. The Handbook of Early Literacy Research presents cutting-edge knowledge on all aspects of literacy learning in the preschool years. Volume 1 covers such essential topics as major theories of early literacy; writing development; understanding learning disabilities, including early intervention approaches; cultural and socioeconomic contexts of literacy development; and tutoring programs and other special intervention efforts.