Demographic Methods and Concepts
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rowland, D. T. / Rowland, Don, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Demographic Methods and Concepts presents the methods most commonly needed to work with statistical materials on population at national, regional, and local levels. Unlike other texts in the field, this book uses clear non-technical language throughout to make demographic techniques accessible to a diverse array ong>ofong> students, regardless ong>ofong> their background in ong>mathematicsong>. All the demographic techniques most relevant to the work ong>ofong> demographers, geographers, sociologists, and planners are covered. Demographic concepts and practical strategies important in the interpretation ong>ofong> population statistics are also included. The book is ideal for undergraduate courses in sociology, geography, economics, and statistics. Features Provides techniques for analysis ong>ofong> population at regional, local, and national scales Includes chapters on migration and applied demography Integrates computer-based learning modules--the nature ong>ofong> demographic concepts and visual comparisons ong>ofong> demographic data--throughout the text Employs spreadsheet exercises using demographic statistics at the end ong>ofong> every chapter to help students develop relevant skills Student CD-ROM--Packaged With Every Book Fully integrated with the text, this CD-ROM contains Excel spreadsheet modules and applications facilitating demographic studies. Companion Website http://www.oup.co.uk/best.textbooks/geography/rowland