🏠 Welcome to WBM STATS
WBM STATS is an academic blogging site and learning platform tailored for students, early-career researchers, and data enthusiasts passionate about understanding and applying statistical methods. This site aims to serve as a comprehensive and accessible resource for those navigating the complexities of data analysis across disciplines.
Whether you are just starting out or advancing in your research career, WBM STATS is designed to bridge the gap between statistical theory and practical application. Our content emphasises clarity, relevance, and usability, helping readers learn the "how" of statistical techniques and understand the "why" behind them.
🔍 What You’ll Find Here
The articles featured on this site offer a wide range of statistical topics, from foundational concepts like descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing to more advanced tools such as multilevel modelling, survival analysis, logistic regression, and spatial statistics. Each article posted on the site is written with a goal to simplify complex ideas without compromising on rigour, making it easier for both beginners and experienced readers to follow along.
One of the site's standout features is its focus on hands-on examples. Most articles are accompanied by practical demonstrations using widely adopted statistical software such as R and Stata (but not limited to), enabling you to directly apply what you've learned. Code snippets, visual outputs, and annotated explanations help you replicate analyses and build real skills.
📊 Applied Learning with Real Data
At WBM STATS, we believe that learning is most effective when tied to real-world applications. That’s why many articles posted on the site use data from nationally representative surveys. These examples show how statistical analysis contributes to understanding population health, evaluating public programs, and informing policy decisions at the national and regional levels.
💡 A Space for Statistical Thinking
More than just a tutorial hub, WBM STATS encourages statistical thinking, the mindset of questioning, reasoning, and interpreting data with purpose. It’s not only about running the right tests; it’s about understanding assumptions, interpreting outputs in context, and communicating insights effectively.
👥 Who It’s For
The articles posted on this site are especially useful for:
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students in statistics, demography, or public health
- PhD scholars and early-career researchers
- Professionals involved in monitoring and evaluation, policy, or data analysis
WBM STATS is committed to open knowledge, collaborative learning, and critical inquiry. Whether you're preparing for a course, conducting a thesis, exploring new tools, or simply curious about how statistics shape the world around us, this platform is your trusted companion.
Thank you for visiting WBM STATS.
Dive in, explore, and start your statistical journey today.