Ethical Practice of Statistics and Data Science

The Ethical Practice of Statistics and Data Science is a book that prepares professionals to assume their ethical responsibilities in statistics and data science. It emphasizes earning the designation of an ethical practitioner and features 47 case studies mapped to various ethical guidelines. It is essential reading for students in data-intensive programs and is a companion volume to Ethical Reasoning For A Data-Centered World.

Format: Hardback
Length: 306 pages
Publication date: 25 October 2022
Publisher: Ethics International Press Ltd

Ethical Practice of Statistics and Data Science is a comprehensive guide designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to practice statistics and data science ethically. With a focus on early career professionals, practitioners, and mentors or supervisors of practitioners, this book offers valuable insights and guidance on upholding ethical standards in these fields.

The book is structured to support the ethical practice of statistics and data science, emphasizing the importance of earning the designation of an ethical practitioner. It provides a comprehensive framework for ethical decision-making, covering key topics such as data collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination.

To enhance the learning experience, the book features 47 case studies, each mapped to the Data Science Ethics Checklist (DSEC), Data Ethics Framework (DEFW), the American Statistical Association (ASA) Ethical Guidelines for Statistical Practice, and the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) Code of Ethics. These case studies provide real-world examples and practical applications of ethical principles in statistics and data science.

This book is an essential resource for students enrolled in any data-intensive program, including undergraduate or graduate degrees in (bio-)statistics, business/analytics, or data science. It equips students with the tools and knowledge they need to make ethical decisions and contribute to the responsible and ethical use of data. Managers, leaders, supervisors, and mentors who lead data-intensive teams in government, industry, or academia would also benefit greatly from this book.

In addition to its educational value, Ethical Practice of Statistics and Data Science serves as a companion volume to Ethical Reasoning For A Data-Centered World, also published by Ethics International Press (2022). These books are the first and only ones to be based on and provide guidance to the ASA and ACM Ethical Guidelines/Code of Ethics, ensuring that individuals and organizations adhere to the highest ethical standards in their work with data.

By embracing the principles outlined in this book, individuals can develop a strong ethical foundation and contribute to the advancement of statistics and data science in a responsible and ethical manner.

Weight: 1196g
Dimension: 164 x 242 x 47 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804410769
Edition number: New ed