A guide for using statistics for evidence based policy, 2010

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22 October 2010There in an increasing emphasis within Australia on using good statistical information in policy-making. This guide provides an overview of how data can be used to make well informed policy decisions

· This Australian Bureau of Statistics guide includes the following information:

· What is evidence based decision making?

· How good statistics can enhance the decision making process

· Using statistics for making evidence based decisions

· Data awareness

· Understanding statistical concepts

· Analysing and evaluating statistical information

· Communicating statistical findings

· Evaluating policy outcomes

 

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Publication typeReport
Publisher TypeGovernment or Gov agency
CoverageAustralia
Permanent URLhttp://apo.org.au/node/22988
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