Introduction Universities are increasingly using collaborative learning pedagogies, which can benefit learners through deeper understanding of course content and teamwork skills. However, the realisation of these sought-after benefits depend on how educators assign learners to groups. Educators have formulated various mathematical models to perform this assignment. Some have developed developed …

On May 11th 2026, Professor Frank Harrell with lead a workshop, Introduction to R, Regression, and the rms Package, covering foundational R and RStudio skills, linear and multiple regression concepts, and an introduction to the rms package for model fitting and diagnostics. It also introduces a reproducible workflow using Quarto, with …

Summer School in Science Mapping (SSSM) 2025 – I International Edition Title: Producing Systematic Literature Reviews with Bibliometrix R and Biblioshiny Date & Location: June 9-13, 2025 – Naples, ITA We are pleased to announce the upcoming Summer School in Science Mapping (SSSM) 2025 – I International Edition, an intensive training program focused on conducting … Continue reading …

Understanding R’s describe() Function: A Complete Guide to Summary Statistics Table of Contents Introduction to describe() Breaking Down the Output Columns Key Statistics and Their Interpretation Practical Examples When to Use Which Statistic Extending the Functionality Conclusion Introduction to describe() The describe() function from R’s psych package (Revelle, 2023) …

The Data Analyst’s Guide to  Statistical Coefficients Table of Contents What Are Coefficients? Regression Coefficient Coefficient of Determination (R²) Coefficient of Variation (CV) Correlation Coefficient Other Common Coefficients Implementation in R Key Takeaways What Are Coefficients? In statistics and data analysis, coefficients are numerical measures that quantify relationships between …