{"product_id":"bayesian-models-a-statistical-primer-for-ecologists","title":"Bayesian Models: A Statistical Primer for Ecologists","description":"Bayesian modeling has become an indispensable tool for ecological research because it is uniquely suited to deal with complexity in a statistically coherent way. This textbook provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the latest Bayesian methods―in language ecologists can understand. Unlike other books on the subject, this one emphasizes the principles behind the computations, giving ecologists a big-picture understanding of how to implement this powerful statistical approach.\n\nBayesian Models is an essential primer for non-statisticians. It begins with a definition of probability and develops a step-by-step sequence of connected ideas, including basic distribution theory, network diagrams, hierarchical models, Markov chain Monte Carlo, and inference from single and multiple models. This unique book places less emphasis on computer coding, favoring instead a concise presentation of the mathematical statistics needed to understand how and why Bayesian analysis works. It also explains how to write out properly formulated hierarchical Bayesian models and use them in computing, research papers, and proposals.\n\nThis primer enables ecologists to understand the statistical principles behind Bayesian modeling and apply them to research, teaching, policy, and management.\nPresents the mathematical and statistical foundations of Bayesian modeling in language accessible to non-statisticians Covers basic distribution theory, network diagrams, hierarchical models, Markov chain Monte Carlo, and more Deemphasizes computer coding in favor of basic principles Explains how to write out properly factored statistical expressions representing Bayesian models\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0691159289\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: GBV.0691159289.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Hooten, Mevin B.|Hobbs, N. Thompson\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Good Books Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55189682422065,"sku":"GBV.0691159289.G","price":40.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/3730\/2065\/files\/0691159289-0.jpg?v=1783633303","url":"https:\/\/goodbookscompany.org\/products\/bayesian-models-a-statistical-primer-for-ecologists","provider":"Good Books Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}