A guide for using statistics for evidence based policy, 2010
22 October, 2010
22 October 2010 | There 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