Demographic Methods and Concepts

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Note: If you want to download the ZIP file containing the Excel files in the accompanying CD ROM of the textbook: https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=E1D97D8F599CB1CF2E45AE041BD19893 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 of students, regardless of their background in mathematics. All the demographic techniques most relevant to the work of demographers, geographers, sociologists, and planners are covered. Demographic concepts and practical strategies important in the interpretation of population statistics are also included. The book is ideal for undergraduate courses in sociology, geography, economics, and statistics. Features ·Provides techniques for analysis of population at regional, local, and national scales ·Includes chapters on migration and applied demography ·Integrates computer-based learning modules--the nature of demographic concepts and visual comparisons of demographic data--throughout the text ·Employs spreadsheet exercises using demographic statistics at the end of 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 CD ROM files: https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=E1D97D8F599CB1CF2E45AE041BD19893 Cover Demographic Methods and Concepts Preface Acknowledgements Contents Introduction Section I Population dynamics 1 Population change 2 Population growth and decline 3 Age-sex composition Section II Analytical approaches 4 Comparing populations 5 Demographic writing Section III Vital processes 6 Mortality and health 7 Fertility and the family Section IV Demographic models 8 Life tables 9 Stable and stationary models Section V Spatial patterns and processes 10 Population distribution 11 Migration Section VI Applied demography 12 Population projections and estimates 13 Population composition Appendix A Basic maths Appendix B Using the Excel modules Appendix C Introduction to Excel Appendix D Answers to exercises Bibliography Index