Statistical Literacy and Education in the State Statistical Office of the Republic of Macedonia

In modern knowledge-driven society, the knowing how to use statistical information is a necessary skill to citizens. The State Statistical Office of the Republic of Macedonia recognizes the importance of the proper use of statistical data. According to its Strategy, the State Statistical Office will...

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Main Author: Mira Todorova
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Czech Statistical Office 2018-12-01
Series:Statistika: Statistics and Economy Journal
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Online Access:https://www.czso.cz/documents/10180/61266315/32019718q4390.pdf/7b79d202-3e33-4e2e-a8e2-1970bf8c02ea?version=1.2
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Summary:In modern knowledge-driven society, the knowing how to use statistical information is a necessary skill to citizens. The State Statistical Office of the Republic of Macedonia recognizes the importance of the proper use of statistical data. According to its Strategy, the State Statistical Office will work on improving statistical literacy, and the specific sub-program: Improving statistical literacy is defined. This paper will describe the actions taken by the State Statistical Office to promote the statistical culture in the country. In addition, a description will be given of the unique postgraduate studies in "Statistical Methods for Business and Economics".
ISSN:0322-788X
1804-8765