Friday, 27 February 2015

Things To Look Out For When Choosing A Probability And Statistics Textbook

By Earlene McGee


When it comes to searching for the right learning materials, it is not enough that you just go for anything that has your subject as its title. You have to keep in mind that there are specifics to what you are taking and choosing the right resource tools is important. They serve as assistance for your learning process after all.

In this digital age, looking for good materials is no longer difficult. Online shops have paved the way to an easier buy and sell process including the selling of probability and statistics textbook. Now, learning tools can also be in the form of videos or mp3s which you can download for free or for a specific price.

Keep in mind that even if books cover the same topic, they do not have the same content. And for something as technical as a Statistics resource material, you have to make sure that it contains the details that you need for your study so as to maximize the price you paid for it. Here are some things that you can look into during your search.

Author. For a topic as technical as Statistics, it is only natural to have an author who has a profound knowledge on the field. He could go come from the academe or be on a field that applies statistics on the job itself. A reliable book should be written by someone who is a veteran on the field and not just anybody.

Modules and content. Next, you can start looking into the content of the book. Check the topics and and the subtopics and assess if its the one that you need. For instance, if you are just looking for the basics, it will be a good option to go for something that focuses on the fundamentals of the study than the one that contains the advanced or more complex topics of the subject.

Resource price. Your budget is also important when looking for the right one. You cannot just go for something so expensive if its not worth it. Also, there are great resources that come in reasonable prices. You just need to look for them. Do not settle for one store and visit your local bookstores and online shops. If you look enough, you may even be able to stumble to something that has a discount on it.

Worksheets. If you are after the quizzes and the activities on the book, then its only right that you check its worksheets. Is it well arranged per chapter. What about the degree of difficulty. If you want, you can compare some of its content with those that you can find in the library of your school.

Recommendations. Lastly, ask for recommendations from teachers, seniors and even classmates. Those who have bought their own should be able to recommend you to a specific resource. Mentors for instance can directly refer you to someone who sells the book that he recommends.

Spend your money wisely by making sure that the material you buy is worth it. Remember that there are free sources available on libraries. If you spend, make sure that it counts. Spend some time browsing through recommendations.




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