Null hypothesis testing: problems, prevalence, and an alternative

Article Abstract:

An evaluation is presented of the technique of null hypothesis testing in wildlife and ecological studies. The widespread use of null hypothesis testing is discussed and an alternative method is put forward.

Evaluation, Information theory, Statistical hypothesis testing

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Suggestions for presenting the results of data analyses

Article Abstract:

Suggestions for the presentation of research results are presented. In particular data analysis using information-theoretic, Bayesian and frequentist methods is explained.

Methods, Usage, Statistics, Statistics (Data), Experimental design, Research design

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Field trials of line transect methods applied to estimation of desert tortoise abundance

Article Abstract:

Research describing field trials of line transect methods using novice and experienced observers to estimate desert tortoise populations is presented. It is shown that line transect methods are viable for tortoise monitoring provided observers are familiar with the protocols.

Turtles

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