Introduction to SPSS for Quantitative Analysis

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Assessment Description

The use of software to assist with statistical computation is the norm when completing a quantitative dissertation. While software programs will not perform the data analysis for the researcher, programs such as IBM’s Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) are robust tools that can significantly reduce the manual labor required allowing the doctoral candidate to focus on the analysis of the data. In this assignment, you will download and install SPSS and begin to familiarize yourself with the user interface for use in future assignments. The installation is typically straightforward and can be accomplished in just several minutes. If you prefer not to download and install the software on your computer, you can run SPSS from the GCU Citrix server.

Directions:

Click  here  to access the download file located on the Technical Support Help Center page and begin the installation. Follow the instructions to download and install the software. 

When prompted, enter the  software access key . 

Once installed, click  here  to view an SPSS introductory video which provides an overview of both the user interface and the basic system functionality.

After viewing the video, start SPSS and experiment with the user interface. The time spent in familiarizing yourself with the interface will be beneficial when completing the SPSS assignment next week.

To complete the assignment, copy the SPSS home screen by taking a screenshot and pasting it into a Word document. For instructions on taking a screenshot, please click  here .  At the top of the document, add your name and the statement, "I am attaching a screen capture indicating that I have downloaded and installed SPSS onto my computer."  Note: If your output is large, you may need to reduce the size by compressing it. For instructions on how to compress a file, please click  here .

2) 3.9 Learning Activity

1. Run the Frequencies procedure on the following variables: sex, wrkstat (Labor Force Status), paeduc (Father’s highest degree), and satjob (Job or Housework). What is the scale of measurement for each? Request appropriate summary statistics and charts.

2. For which of these variables is it appropriate to use the median? What conclusions can you draw about the distributions of these variables?

3. What percent of respondents have a bachelor’s degree, or higher? What percent of respondents are working?

3) Click on the link, then click download;

https://halo.gcu.edu/resource/6f25e4a0-7e18-4ed6-bc52-367bd8f5e9bb