Statistics in this annotated index are published by the U.S. federal government. Materials from ASI are available as part of a microfiche set kept in the Documents Library (Room 200D, Main Library). Also available via Statistical Universe

 

LOCATIONS: Documents Library (fiche), Commerce Library (CD-ROM).

CALL NUMBER: 317.3Am33

 

Index to International Statistics. 1983-.

 

This annotated source contains statistics compiled by inter-governmental organizations,including the United Nations. Economic, demographic, and social statistics are provided for countries around the world. Materials from IIS are available on microfiche and this source is kept in the Reference Room (Room 200, Main Library). Also available via Statistical Universe.

 

LOCATIONS: Reference Room

CALL NUMBER: 016.31In3

 

Statistical Reference Index. 1980-.

 

An annotated index to statistics from sources other than the U.S. Federal government, including state governments, researchorganizations, and non-profit associations. Materials from SRI are available on microfiche. This is a good source to locate statistics from magazines and popular publications. The index and the microfiche set are available in the Documents Library (Room 200D, Main Library). Also available via Statistical Universe.

 

LOCATIONS: Documents Library (fiche).

CALL NUMBER: 016.3173St2

 

Statistics Sources: A Subject Guide to Data on International Business, Social, Educational, Financial, and Other Topics for the United States and Internationally. 23rd ed. 2 vols. 2000.

 

An easy-to-use, alphabetically arranged guide to current sources of quantitative information on over 20,000 subjects. International as well as United States statistics are included. Entries provide the name of the publishing agency as well as other contact information.

 

LOCATIONS: Education Library (copy 2), Reference Room

CALL NUMBER: 016.31St2

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General--United States

 

NOTE: For comprehensive United States' Census holdings, visit the Documents Library (Room 200D, Main Library). The Documents Library has a large assortment of census publications, including recent national censuses. Older census materials are housed in the Main Library's Bookstacks.

 

Green Book. 1981-.

 

The "Green Book", an overview of Entitlement Programs, presents background and statistical data regarding the major entitlement programs that fall under the jurisdiction of the House Ways and Means Committee. The program descriiptions are divided into 18 sections. This volume also includes 10 appendices and a subject index divided into 18 sections that correspond with the entitlement program description sections.

 

LOCATIONS: EDUCATION LIBRARY (copy 4)
Latest volume in Law Library Reference and Documents Library (room 200D, Main Library).

CALL NUMBER: 338.973B126 1981-

 

Atlas of the 1990 Census. Mark T. Mattson. 1992.

 

Cartographic representation of data from the 1990 Census of housing and population. Demographic information analyzed at county, state and regional levels. Six subject areas represented include: population, households, housing, race and ethnicity, economy, and education. This book also contains county locator maps, a metro fact finder and a glossary of census terms.

 

LOCATIONS: EDUCATION LIBRARY (copy 4)

CALL NUMBER: Q.304.60973M436a

 

 

The Book of the States. Published biennially.

 

Provides data on state finances, state services such as education, transportation and welfare among others for all of the 50 states. A useful source for cross-sectional statistics.

 

LOCATIONS: Documents Library, Reference Room

CALL NUMBER: 353.9B644

County and City Data Book. 1949-.

 

Compilations of census data for counties and large cities. Includes data on population, employment and income, as well as financial, educational and vital statistics.

 

LOCATION: EDUCATION LIBRARY (copy 12)

CALL NUMBER: 317.3Un3co

 

CQ's State Fact Finder 1998: Ranking Across America. Hovey, Kendra A. and Harold A. Hovey. 1998. 1992.

 

This fact finder is divided into 12 sections: Population, Economics, Geography, Government, Federal Impacts, Taxes, Revenues and Finances, Education, health, Crime and law enforcement, Transportation, and Welfare. Under each of these sections one can find many hard to find statistics that are not included in standard statistical government agency reports. Each table gives the reader a ranking of each state. Each section ends with carefully documented source notes that follow the tables in each section. Located at the back is an index.

 

LOCATION: EDUCATION REFERENCE

CALL NUMBER: 317.3H826c

 

 

Guide to Illinois Firearm Data. Revised Ed. 1992. 1992.

Provides data on firearms in Illinois, including information on firearm owners and on firearms and crime. Draws on a variety of public and private resources. Discusses the quality and availability of data from those sources. Includes information on changes in firearms law and registration procedures as well as copies of officail forms and statutes. Includes biblliography.

 

 

LOCATION: EDUCATION REFERENCE

CALL NUMBER: 344.0533B62gx 1992

 

 

Historical Statistics of Black America. 2 vols. 1995.

 

This important and valuable resource provides historical and social context through providing a statistical chronology of the Room conditions, status and experiences of African Americans. Data is presented in text and table form, and extends from the 18th century until 1975. Sources include not only the U.S. government, but also The Negro Year Book from the Tuskegee Institute, and The Negro Handbook, which provided data on aspects of African American life and issues not considered by other sources. A subject index and a year index are included.

 

LOCATION: Main Reference Room

CALL NUMBER: Q.973.0496073H6293

 

Historical Statistics of the United States: Colonial Times to 1970. 2 vols. 1975.

 

Comparative statistics on the political, social and economic organization of the United States, including population, migration, labor, agriculture and recreation. A useful Time Period Index displays the initial year for a statistical table. There is also a thorough subject index.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.317.3Un315hi1976

Social Work Almanac. Leon Ginsberg. 1995.

 

A compendium of descriptive statistics on children, crime, health, mental illness, older adults, economic assistance, and other topics pertinent to social work and social services.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 361.973G435s

Sourcebook of Criminal Justice Statistics. 1973-.

 

This annual sourcebook contains numerous statistics on crime, U.S. criminal justice systems, criminals, and public attitudes towards these topics. It includes an annotated list of data sources, 23 appendices providing term definitions and methodology information from the primary data sources, and a subject index.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 364.44So844

State Atlas of Political and Cultural Diversity. William Lilley III, Laurence J. DeFranco, and William Diefenderfer III, 1997.

 

This book contains data and a series of maps that show how 15 major racial and ethnic groups in the US are distributed among 6,744 state legislative districts. Part I includes 28 maps that indicate which state house and senate districts constitute 50% or more, 25% or more and 10% or more of the population for each minority group. Part II contains a separate section for each minority group which has more detailed maps and tables presenting district level data on average household income, proportion receiving social security, educational attainment percentages, and ranking of minority goups that make up largest to fewest percentage of the population for each district

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.304.60973022L628s

States in Profile: The State Policy Reference Book. 1990-.

 

For the 50 states, this source has over 250 tables covering demography, economics, finances, federal funds and more. Library Comprehensive source for cross-sectional data.

 

LOCATION: Documents Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.317.3St2921

Statistical Abstract of the United States. U.S. Bureau of the Census. 1878-.

 

Annual compilation of statistics on the social, political and economic dimensions of the United States. This is a tremendous resource and should be the first source consulted when researching statistical questions about the United States. The index for this source refers to table numbers, rather than page numbers.Statistical Abstract of the US is also available online at http://www.census.gov/statab/www/

 

LOCATION: Education Library - Ready Reference Area (copy 16)

CALL NUMBER: 317Un3s

Statistics on Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Use: 1996.

 

Alcohol, Drug and Tobacco Use is designed for students who need basic statistical data on substance use, abuse and dependency in the US. Each table or chart is accompanied by comments, a source listing and contact information. A glossary and index are provided.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.362.29120973St29

Statistics on Crime and Punishment. 1996.

 

This book presents statistics on crime and punishment in the United States. Each statistical presentation is presented alongside a summary, the source of the statistics and sources of additional information. Data includes information such as historical trends in U.S. executions, electronic crime, and number of households affected by crime. A list of primary sources used to compile statistics is included, as well as a list of other selected sources. A glossary and an index are included.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.364.973St29

Statistics on Weapons and Violence. 1996.

Presents data on availability, ownership and use of weapons in the United States. Statistical graphs and charts are provided with brief summaries, sources and pointers to organizations and agencies that could provide supplementary information. A glossary and index are provided.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.303.60973021St292

Vital Statistics of the United States. Published annually.

 

Each annual set contains three volumes: Natality, Mortality and Marriage and Divorce. Offers time series and cross-sectional data on birth rates, causes of death, an characteristics of married and divorced individuals.

 

LOCATION: MAIN STACKS

CALL NUMBER: DOC.HE20.6210:

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General--International

Demographic Yearbook-Annuaire Demographique. United Nations. 1948-.

 

Annual comprehensive collection of international demographic information for 250 geographic areas of the world. Topics covered include population, natality, mortality, marriage and divorce.

LOCATION: Documents Library (copy 2)

CALL NUMBER: Q.312D396

 

Index to International Public Opinion. 1978-.

 

A compilation of the highlights of significant surveys conducted each year by leading opinion research organizations. Surveys are arranged by topic. Indexes provide access by subject and by country.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 303.38016In2

The Illustrated Book of World Rankings. George Thomas Kurian. 4th ed. 1997.

Comparison and ranking of 200 nation-states on a variety of Reference variables within broad topical areas such as race, religion, geography, climate, military power, vital statistics, and education.

 

LOCATION: Reference Room

CALL NUMBER: 907K96b1997

Military Balance. international Institute for Strategic Studies. 1965-.

 

Military Power and defense expenditures for countries worldwide are covered in this annual, quantitative assessment. Quantities of equipment and personnel are provided in detail. Published by the IISS, this is the definitve source of its type.

 

LOCATION: Education Arms Control

CALL NUMBER: 355L85m

Social Indicators of Development, 1995. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. 1995.

 

This source provides poverty, income, social, human resource, natural resource, expenditure, and human capital investment indicators for all countries. Each country is colored individually. The first table shows the percentage change in GNP, population, private consumption, agriculture in GDP, infant mortality, and school enrollment for all countries. Contains a reference list for statistics used; and additional tables classifying countries as low-income and severely indebted, moderately indebted, or less-indebted. No index.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 306.091724 SO13 1995 c.2

Statistical Yearbook. UNESCO. 1963-.

 

A summary of international statistics from 200 countries and geographic areas, covering population, education, culture, media and other areas. Statistics are based on the replies of UNESCO member states pertaining to their educational and scientific activities and cultural life.

 

LOCATION: Education Library (copy 3)

CALL NUMBER: 370Un35s

Women and Men in Europe and North America 1995. Geneva , Switzerland: United Nations, Economic Commission for Europe, 1995.

 

This work provides a statistical overview of population and household , time use, care of children, education, gainful employment, wages, power and influence, health and lifestyle, and crime and violence from a gendered perspective. Statistics were gathered from 43 member countries of the Economic Commission for Europe which form the basis of the study and can be found as appendices in Annex 1, 2, and 3. The work also includes a bibliography and explanatory notes.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference (2000 ed. in Women & Gender Reference)

CALL NUMBER: Q.304.6 W842

World Demographic Estimates and Projections, 1950-2025. United Nations. 1998.

 

A book of data on the population and demographic characteristics for 191 countries and geographical areas, for five year intervals beginning in 1950. The data was assembled by the International Labor Organization and the Food and Agricultural Organization of the U.N. Each country receives two (2) full facing pages of tables, which contain the following data: population by geography/society agricultural, urban, rural, school-age population, density, average annual rate of growth, sex ratio, median age, crude birth and death rate, total fertility, life expectancy, infant mortality, and economic activity of the population. Counties are arranged by global geographic region. There is an instructional introduction, with some notes appended.

 

LOCATION: Documents Library

CALL NUMBER: 304.62021 W8932

World Military and Social Expenditures. Ruth Leger Sivard. 1974-.

 

This report compares world spending priorities. Expenditures on areas such as public health and education are contrasted with the budget for military expenditures.

 

LOCATION: Education Library - Arms Control Collection

CALL NUMBER: 336.39SI9w

World Population Growth and Aging: Demographic Trends in the Late Twentieth Century. Nathan Keyfitz and Wilhelm Flieger. 1990.

 

Assembles data from official sources to reveal recent population trends. Includes countries with populations of 300,000 or more. More than 800 charts are included to show the changes over time of births, deaths, urbanization, and other demographic factors.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.609K52w

World Population Prospects: the 1998 revision. United nations. 1998.

 

Contains population estimates and projections prepared by the Population Division of the Department of Economic and Social Development of the U.N. Secretariat. Includes more developed and less developed regions, major areas, countries, cities and rural areas. Statistics gathered from each country include: population, births, deaths, fertility rate and life expectancy. Special reports included addressing the impact of AIDS and migration due to the Persian Gulf War. Technical aspects of demographic methods are addressed.

 

LOCATION: Documents Library

CALL NUMBER: 304.6021W893 1998

World Statistics in Brief: United Nations Statistical Pocketbook. 1977-.

 

This is a handy reference guide for key world statistics. The white pages of the book display the frequently consulted statistical indicators for 168 countries and areas. The grey pages contain economic and social statistics for major regions and the world.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 310W894

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Almanacs, Encyclopedias and Dictionaries

 

Dictionary of Statistics and Methodology: a Nontechnical Guide for the Social Sciences. W. Paul Vogt. 1993.

 

Nontechnical definitions of statistical and methodological terms used in the social and behavioral sciences. This book focuses on concepts rather than calculations. Examples and illustrations are included. A second copy of this dictionary is also on reserve in the ESSL.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 300.15195V868d

Dictionary of Statistics for Psychologists. 1999.

 

This reference material furnishes both psychology students and working psychologists with a vast range of statistical methodology used in psychological research and practice. Specifically, this book identifies over 1,500 statistical terms many with mathematical details and numerical examples. Graphs, illustrations and cross-referencing are used to aid the reader in understanding certain concepts.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 150.1519503 Ev27d

Dictionary of U.S. Government Statistical Terms. Alfred N. Garwood and Louise Hornor. 1991.

 

Guide to the terms used by the Census Bureau and other U.S. Government agencies. Each entry provides the government agency's definition of the term as well as listing related terms. Good companion source when examining government statistics.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 330.03D5613

International Encyclopedia of Statistics. 2 vols. 1978.

 

Detailed discussions of statistical terminology. Articles frequently include extensive bibliographies, formulas and diagrams. Includes biographies of prominent statisticians and others who made significant contributions to the field.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 519.503In82

Major U.S. Statistical Series: Definitions, Publications, Limitations. 1992.

 

An introduction to high-profile federal statistical data. Information provided includes: key data producers for each subject, methodology behind the measures, and listings of official sources of published data.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 001.4220973St82m

Statistics of Democide: Genocide and Mass Murder since 1900. 1998.

 

This work gives the estimates, sources, and calculations for the case studies detailed in the author's previous work, Death by Government. In the present volume, Rummell undertakes a quantitative analysis of 141 state regimes that have practiced democide (systematic killing of one's own citizens). The data is arranged first with a chapter on pre-20th century democide, a section on the twelve top contemporary 'megamurderers', and a section on the contemporary United States and other 'lesser murderers'. In the next section, the author uses the comparative statistical data to test his assumption about the inverse relation (or negative correlation) between democide and democracy. There is a list of figures and democide tables given after the table of contents. In addition, there is a very extensive list of references, which include all sources consulted in the construction of the democide tables.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 364.1510904R865s

Vital Statistics on American Politics, 1997-1998. 1998.

 

Presents statistical information on a broad range of American political topics, including elections and political parties, campaign finances, voting patterns, the media, congressional committees, members and activities, the president, judicial branch, state-level governments, and policies concerning military intervention and social and economic issues. Tables and figures display trends over many years. Includes bibliographies, an appendix and index.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 320.973021St24v1997

The World Almanac and Book of Facts. 1923-.

 

Contains statistics on social, political, educational and various other subjects. This is a fairly reliable and up-to-date source for statistics of all kinds. Alphabetical index at the front of the source.

 

LOCATION: Education Library - Ready Reference Area

CALL NUMBER: 310W89

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Education

 

120 Years of American Education: A Statistical Portrait. 1993.

 

This statistical source provides data on elementary, secondary and higher education. The earlier data covers only a few areas such as enrollment in public elementary and secondary school, attendance, teachers and their salaries, and high school graduates. Many of the statistics provided do not span 120 years, but do cover significant periods of time.

 

LOCATION: Education Library (copy 2)

CALL NUMBER: 370.21On2

Almanac of Higher Education. 1989/90-.

 

Prepared by the editors of the Chronicle of Higher Education, this almanac provides numerous statistics in three sections: nation, states, and enrollment by race.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 378.73021AL62

The Comparative Guide to American Elementary and Secondary Schools. Milpitas, CA: Toucan Valley Publications, 1998.

 

This easy to use one volume guide is full of significant evaluative and demographic statistics of every regular public school district in the United States which serves 2,500 or more students. The guide is arranged alphabetically by state, and underneath each state there is an alphabetical listing of counties. Located beneath each county is an alphabetical listing of cities in which the school district headquarters is found. It is at this final location that reader can locate information about each school district. Information such as: Address, telephone number and web address of the school. The reader also receives information about: grade span, schools located with the district, students enrollment, total teachers, student/classroom teacher ratio, expenditures per student, librarians, guidance counselors, ethnicity, national socio-economic status indicators. At the back of the book there is an index arranged alphabetically by city name.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 371.01097302C738

Compendium of National Data Sources of Higher Education. 1993.

 

The goal of this sourcebook is to consolidate and provide a guide to the major national data sources on higher education. The information in the Compendium is organized into five topics (General references; Participation in postsecondary education; Finance and management; Faculty, staffing and salaries; Physical facilities, libraries and assets) and is each entry contains important information such as the organization/agency name (acronyms included), Data source/title, Data collected/reported, Data availability and Source/contact. There is a Table of Contents and an Index to facilitate searching.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.016.37800973C738

Condition of Education. 1975-.

 

A publication of the National Center for Education Statistics, this source presents data that measures the health of education, monitors important developments, and shows trends in education. Emphasis is on analysis as opposed to simple presentation of statistical data. The National Center for Education Statistics Internet site [http://www.ed.gov/NCES] provides access to electronic versions of many of its publications: including Condition of Education. The NCES is the primary federal entity responsible for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the United States and other nations. Publications can be searched by subject, keyword, release date, and NCES number. The freely available Adobe Acrobat Viewer is needed to view most of the documents. Datasets of surveys can be downloaded, and manipulated using the Data Analysis System (DAS), a Windows application that downloaded with the data.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 370.973N2132c

Digest of Educational Statistics. 1975-.

 

Published by the U.S. Office of Education, this source provides statistics on many aspects of education, including schools, enrollments, teachers, finances, and libraries. This should be the first source consulted when looking for U.S. education statistics. Only the most recent year's copy is kept in the Education Library. The National Center for Education Statistics Internet site, [http://nces.ed.gov/], provides access to electronic versions of many of its publications: including Digest of Educational Statistics. The NCES is the primary federal entity responsible for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the United States and other nations. Publications can be searched by subject, keyword, release date, and NCES number. The freely available Adobe Acrobat Viewer is needed to view most of the documents. Datasets of surveys can be downloaded, and manipulated using the Data Analysis System (DAS), a Windows application that downloaded with the data.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 370.973Un3d1

DOC.ED1.102:E26 The Educational Progress of Black Students. 1995.

 

DOC.ED1.302:H62/3 The Educational Progress of Hispanic Students. 1995.

 

Both publications are part of the series "Findings from The Condition of Education" published by the U.S. Department of Education. They outline areas in which both groups have made significant gains in education, and also provide data on learning environments, educational aspirations and college attendance.

 

LOCATION: Main Stacks

CALL NUMBERS: see above.

Fact Book of Higher Education. 1984/85-.

 

Compiles pertinent data on baseline trends in higher education with some data traced back to the 1930's. Valuable source of graphs, charts, and maps illustrating these trends.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 378.73F111a

Military Academy: Gender and Racial Disparities. 1994.

 

Reviews treatment of women and minorities at the U.S. Military Academy. The report focuses on differences in performance and experience between men and women and between minorities and whites, perceptions of the treatment received by women and minorities and actions taken to aid women and minorities at the Academy.

 

LOCATION: Main Stacks

CALL NUMBER: DOC.GA1.13:NSIAD-94-95

Performance Rankings of Illinois School Districts. Anderson, R.R. et al. 1996.

 

This publication was created in an effort to assess the cost-effectiveness of the expenditures of individual school districts. It lists rankings of school districts test performance using data from the Illinois School Report Card issued by the Illinois State Board of Education. What makes this analysis unique is that it categorizes districts by the percentage of low income students in each district: those with a high percentage of low-income students are compared with other similarly defined districts.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 371.01 A5X1996

Projections of Education Statistics to 2004. National Center for Education Statistics. 1993.

 

This valuable reference work provides statistics for such factors as enrollment, graduates classroom teachers, and expenditures for all levels of education through the year 2008. While much of the data pertains to the national level of education, select information concerning the state level can supplement projections prepared by individual states. The projections and revisions herein are based upon the 1990 census as well as 1996 estimates. Explanatory text introduces each of the abundant tables and graphs. A detailed table of contents facilitates quick access to specific information. It is also accessible via the website for the National Center for Education Statistics.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 370.973021G311p

Report Card on American Education: A State by State Analysis 1972-73 to 1992-93. 1993.

 

This report not only provides state by state trend data for the past twenty years, it also presents written analysis of trend data and the latest data available for public elementary and secondary schools in each state. Topics include student performance, spending and staffing. Sources for each table are provided.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 371.00973F328r

Three R's: Race Retention Rates by State. 1994.

 

Drawing on 1990 and 1992 statistics from the Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Education, this book contains graphs and tables illustrating the retention rates for the following racial groups, relative to the national average: white, Black, Hispanic, Asian and American Indian. Rates discussed include high school graduation, college entrance, and college graduation.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 371.9700973T4131994

Women: Education and Outcomes. 1996.

 

Compiled by the National Center for Educational Statistics, this report shows trends in women's participation in higher education and in the labor market from 1970 to 1994. Some tables show figures for minority groups. Statistics presented are followed by a brief summary and analysis. Sources of data include federal and state government agencies, private research organizations and professional organizations.

 

LOCATION: Main Stacks

CALL NUMBER: DOC.ED1.328/5:96-016

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Specific Populations

 

Hispanic Americans: A Statistical Sourcebook. Alfred N. Garwood. 1995.

 

This book was compiled in an effort to address the need for a single volume of statistical information devoted to Hispanic Americans. The book is divided into ten chapters: Demographics; Social Characteristics; Household and Family Characteristics; Education: Preprimary through High School: Education: Post-secondary and Educational Attainment; Government and Elections; The Labor Force, Employment and Unemployment; Earnings, Income, Poverty and Wealth; Crime and Corrections; and Special Topics. Two types of information are included in this book: complete count information, i.e., from census statistics; and survey information, for which the source is given. With each statistical chart, Table Notes are included, giving the source of the data (issuing agency and Superintendent of Documents Classification Number); notes, giving facts about the data, i.e., the scope and time coverage; and unites, which identifies the unit of measure used and states quantity (i.e., millions of people, thousands of people.) The Glossary at the end of the book provides definitions of terms in the title of the table or in the table itself which may be unclear; the Index provides table numbers rather than page numbers.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: 305.8680021H6291995

The Almanac of Women and Minorities in American Politics. Mart Martin. 1999.

 

Intended to be used by political science students and anyone studying the politics of women and racial minorities, this desk reference provides basic facts and figures relating to women, African-Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, and gays and lesbians that have been elected to state, national, or local positions from colonial times to the present. This work is divided into sections based on each of the groups mentioned above. Each section includes a brief chronology of the group's political achievements and a list of people in the group elected to national positions. Each position is accompanied by election statistics and facts. Each section also contains brief biographical sketches of officers and "notable firsts" in politics by a specific group. A bibliography and index are included.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 306.2082M364a

Black Americans: A Statistical Source Book. Hornor, Louise L. (ed.). Palo Alto, CA: Information Publications, 1995.

 

There are 186 tables of data in this book (much of it taken from published and unpublished United States government statistics). The tables are organized into 8 chapters: demographics & populace characteristics; vital statistics and health; education; government, elections, & public opinion; crime, law enforcement & corrections; labor & employment; income, poverty, & wealth; miscellaneous. Each table cites its original sources, includes notes and descriptions of units and measurements. There is a glossary of terms used in tables at the back, and a subject index. The TOC enumerates the content of all the tables.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: 305.896073B5622 1995

Hispanics-Latinos: Diverse People in a Multicultural Society. 1995.

 

This report presents a wide range of data on topics such as family, labor force, business ownership and housing. Most of the statistics presented is data on the nation as a whole, although some information on state and metropolitan areas is included. Sources are provided for each statistical chart or table.

 

LOCATION: Main Stacks

CALL NUMBER: DOC.C3.2:H62/4

The State of the States in Developmental Disabilities 5th edition. Washington, DC : American Association on Mental Retardation, 1998.

 

Like its four previous editions, the State of the States in Developmental Disabilities seeks to monitor the growth and development in services for the mentally retarded and developmentally disabled on a state by state basis. The first part of the book provides an historical and contemporary overview, an analysis of trends, and an explanation of operational definitions used in the study. Part two presents detailed profiles of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The profiles are presented in graphical and statistical formats. The final part of the book is technical notes and a list of the state agencies that were contacted for information. Located at the back of the book there is an author and subject index.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: Q.362.1968St29 1998

Statistical Handbook of Women in America. Cynthia Taeuber. 1996.

 

Uses charts, graphs, and tables to present statistics on American cop.5 women. Covers demographic and socioeconomic characteristics.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.40973T122s1996

Statistical Handbook on Adolescents in America. 1996.

 

Presents statistical information on youth and adolescence. When possible, data on racial and ethnic characteristics of adolescents was included. Sources include the 1990 U.S. Census, the National Survey of Children and the National Family Violence Survey, among others. Topics of the statistical charts and tables include parent-child relationships, health, recreation and deviance.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.235St293

 

Statistical Handbook on Aging Americans. 1994.

Compilation of data on demographics, health, economic conditions, employment, social characteristics and expenditures for the 65 and over population in the United States. Sources include the U.S. government, the Administration on Aging and the American Association of Retired People.

LOCATION: Reference Room (copy 2)

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.260973St831994

 

Statistical Record of Asian Americans. 1993.

 

This is possibly the first compilation of data on Asian Americans published. Its purpose is to develop and broaden the overall picture of the Asian American population in the United States and Canada by presenting statistical data from a wide variety of sources. Chapters include information on business, domestic life, education and occupations.

 

LOCATION: Reference Room (copy 2)

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.895073St29

Statistical Record of Black America. 1995.

 

This book is valuable in that it combines recent data and 1995 historical information on African Americans. It also presents comparative data on the United States total population in relation to majority and minority groups in order to provide a frame of reference. Topics include education, health and occupations.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.896073St29

 

Statistical Record of Children. 1994.

 

Compiles and organizes data concerning children in America. Sources include not only the U.S. government, but also periodical Reference literature and reports from research centers, institutions and Room companies. Topics include child care, health and a chapter on international comparisons, among others.

 

LOCATION: Reference Room (copy 2)

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.23021St29

Statistical Record of Hispanic Americans. Reddy, Marlita A. Detroit: Gale, 1993.

 

This book is a compilation of statistics on people of Hispanic origin (i.e. of Spanish, Portuguese, or Latin American origin) living in the United States. United States federal and private statistical sources are included. The tables are divided into: demographics, the family, education, culture, health and health care, social and economic conditions, business and industry, government and politics, law and law enforcement. The keyword index includes subjects, geographical regions and organizations.

 

LOCATION: Education Reference

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.8680021St29

Statistical Record of Native North Americans. Marlita A. Reddy. 1993.

 

Extensive compilation of statistical data on Native North Americans. Covers speculative, pre-European contact data to projections for the year 2040. Topics include: family, health, and socioeconomic conditions.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.304.608997St29

Statistical Record of Women Worldwide. Linda Schmittroth. 1991.

 

Contains over 800 statistical tables relating to women in various areas of the world. Subjects covered include attitudes, crime, domestic life, education, health, income, population, religion, sexuality, and sports.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: Q.305.4021St29

We the People: An Atlas of America's Ethnic Diversity. James Paul Allen and James Turner. 1988.

 

This book describes the differences in ethnic composition for more than 3100 counties in America. This includes ethnic population data and reference maps of U.S. counties from 1980, as well as, a place index of ethnic populations.

 

LOCATION: Education Library

CALL NUMBER: F.305.800973A153w

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Selected Internet Resources

 

The U.S. Census

(http://www.census.gov)

 

This official site is maintained by the U.S. Census Bureau, and it provides access to a wealth of US statistical information from the 1990 census, as well as the 1992 economic and agriculture census reports. It is possible to search by subject, keyword, place, zip code, and geographical area. The CENSTATS area of the site provides full access to all Census Bureau publications that have been released since January 1, 1996 (including The Statistical Abstract of the United States). The freely available Adobe Acrobat Viewer is needed to view most documents.

 

The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR)

(http://www.icpsr.umich.edu/)

 

"Established in 1962, the Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) is a membership-based organization providing access to the world's largest archive of computer-based research and instructional data for the social sciences." Most of the information found here are large data sets which can be downloaded and used to generate charts, graphs, and other statistical representations. The archive is fully searchable through the ICPSR web site. The search interface supports subject searching as well as keyword searching in the title and abstract of each data set. However, to download the complete datasets you will need to contact Dawn Owens-Nicholson (333-7571/bluemoon@uiuc.edu) who will download the data with the University of Illinois password. If you find a dataset that you would like to download please note the Study #, as well as the name and number of the dataset and contact Dawn.

 

National Center for Education Statistics

(http://www.ed.gov/NCES/)

 

The NCES is the primary federal entity responsible for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the United States and other nations. The NCES Internet site provides access to electronic versions of many of its publications: including the above mentioned Digest of Education Statistics and Condition of Education. Publications can be searched by subject, keyword, release date, and NCES number. The freely available Adobe Acrobat Viewer is needed to view most of the documents. Datasets of surveys can be downloaded, and manipulated using the Data Analysis System (DAS), a Windows application that downloaded with the data.

 

FedStats

(http://www.fedstats.gov)

 

The Federal Interagency Council on Statistical Policy maintains this site to provide access to the full range of statistics produced by more than 70 agencies of the U.S. Federal Government. The search interface allows you to search by keyword across agencies or within particular ones. It is also possible to browse a list of resources by a particular subject.

Statistical Resources on the Web
(http://www.lib.umich.edu/libhome/Documents.center/stats.html)

This Internet site is a comprehensive guide to statistical information of the WWW. It is produced by the University of Michigan's Documents Center, and includes detailed information and links to WWW resources for: agriculture, foreign trade, business and industry, government finances, health, cost of living, housing, demographics, labor, economics, military, education, politics, energy, science, finance and currency, sociology, foreign economics, transportation, foreign governments, weather, and more.

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