Understanding P-Values: Significant does not mean meaningful

Understanding P-Values: Significant does not mean meaningful

P values are the most widely used metric of significance in statistical analyses. However, they are often misused and misunderstood. This webinar will break down precisely what a p-value is, how to interpret it correctly, and why a significant p-value does not equate to meaningful results.
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The Learn Adventurously Webinar Series was created with biologists, naturalists, and self learners in mind. Our webinars cover key eco-evolutionary concepts, create practical tutorials for common tools, and provide the key information needed to understand the world around us.

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This webinar is presented by Dillon Jones, biologist, educator, and the founder of Learn Adventurously. 

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