Correlation and Linear Regression (UBC Statistics & Graduate Pathways to Success Webinar Series)

This webinar series provides an overview of foundational statistical concepts using examples of various data structures. They will discuss types of study designs, methods, models and appropriate application of statistical tests along with interpretations of the results obtained from different statistical tools. The aim is to equip the attendees with a deeper understanding of the key concepts of statistical methodology, rather than solving specific project problems or providing hands-on guidance.

Each webinar is a self-contained introduction to different statistical concepts, but as topics become increasingly complex with each consecutive webinar, some aspects will be built on concepts taught in the previous sessions. 

Previous Workshops

THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2022
1:00 – 3:00 PM

This is the 4th workshop in a 6-part series focused on the foundations of statistics.

Understanding relationships is a key part of the scientific inquiry process. You will learn how to describe relationships between two numerical quantities through correlation measures and simple linear regression models. This will also be extended to multiple linear regression for including additional predictor variables.

Specific topics include:

• Correlation vs Causation

• Interpretation of Regression Model Coefficients

• Assessing the "Fit" of a Model

• Model Selection

*Registration opens on the Monday, a week prior to the event.