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                                                                                    <journal-title>International e-Journal of Educational Studies</journal-title>
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                                        <issn pub-type="epub">2602-4241</issn>
                                                                                            <publisher>
                    <publisher-name>Tamer KUTLUCA</publisher-name>
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                                        <article-id pub-id-type="doi">10.31458/iejes.1394064</article-id>
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                                                            <subject>Development of Science, Technology and Engineering Education and Programs</subject>
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                                                            <subject>Bilim, Teknoloji ve Mühendislik Eğitimi ve Programlarının Geliştirilmesi</subject>
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                                                                                                                        <article-title>Exploring the Role of Statistical Analysis in Criminology from an Educational Point of View</article-title>
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                                    <trans-title>Exploring the Role of Statistical Analysis in Criminology from an Educational Point of View</trans-title>
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                                                                    <contrib-id contrib-id-type="orcid">
                                        https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0698-400X</contrib-id>
                                                                <name>
                                    <surname>Tadeu</surname>
                                    <given-names>Pedro</given-names>
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                                                                    <aff>Polytechnic of Guarda</aff>
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                                        <pub-date pub-type="pub" iso-8601-date="20241027">
                    <day>10</day>
                    <month>27</month>
                    <year>2024</year>
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                                        <volume>8</volume>
                                        <issue>18</issue>
                                        <fpage>224</fpage>
                                        <lpage>233</lpage>
                        
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                                    <date date-type="received" iso-8601-date="20231121">
                        <day>11</day>
                        <month>21</month>
                        <year>2023</year>
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                        <month>31</month>
                        <year>2024</year>
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                                                                                                <abstract><p>This article examines the role of statistical analysis in criminology, thoroughly investigating its diverse influence and uses. The introduction provides a comprehensive analysis of the convergence of statistics and criminology, highlighting the significance of statistical methodologies in comprehending and mitigating criminal conduct and augmenting the efficacy of the criminal justice system via statistical techniques. The following section examines statistical analysis&#039;s impact on comprehending crime trends, facilitating policy development, and constructing effective crime prevention tactics. Real-world case studies show statistical analysis&#039;s practical use and beneficial effects in criminological practice. Notwithstanding the many benefits, it is indispensable to acknowledge and examine the possible obstacles and constraints associated with using statistical analysis in criminology. These include but are not limited to difficulties about data quality, ethical considerations, and resource constraints. Considering the abovementioned factors, we propose prospective resolutions and alternative measures to address these obstacles effectively. In anticipation of forthcoming developments, we draw attention to emerging patterns and advancements in the field, including big data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, which have the potential to augment the capabilities and efficacy of statistical analysis within the realm of criminology. The conclusion effectively integrates the main topics examined, affirming the crucial significance of statistical analysis in the progression of criminological research, policy formulation, and practical implementation. Furthermore, it highlights the contribution of statistical analysis towards establishing safer communities and a fairer criminal justice system.</p></abstract>
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                            <p>This article examines the role of statistical analysis in criminology, thoroughly investigating its diverse influence and uses. The introduction provides a comprehensive analysis of the convergence of statistics and criminology, highlighting the significance of statistical methodologies in comprehending and mitigating criminal conduct and augmenting the efficacy of the criminal justice system via statistical techniques. The following section examines statistical analysis&#039;s impact on comprehending crime trends, facilitating policy development, and constructing effective crime prevention tactics. Real-world case studies show statistical analysis&#039;s practical use and beneficial effects in criminological practice. Notwithstanding the many benefits, it is indispensable to acknowledge and examine the possible obstacles and constraints associated with using statistical analysis in criminology. These include but are not limited to difficulties about data quality, ethical considerations, and resource constraints. Considering the abovementioned factors, we propose prospective resolutions and alternative measures to address these obstacles effectively. In anticipation of forthcoming developments, we draw attention to emerging patterns and advancements in the field, including big data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, which have the potential to augment the capabilities and efficacy of statistical analysis within the realm of criminology. The conclusion effectively integrates the main topics examined, affirming the crucial significance of statistical analysis in the progression of criminological research, policy formulation, and practical implementation. Furthermore, it highlights the contribution of statistical analysis towards establishing safer communities and a fairer criminal justice system.</p></trans-abstract>
                                                            
            
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                                                    <kwd>Statistical analysis</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  criminology</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  predictive policing</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  big data analytics</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  machine learning</kwd>
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                                                    <kwd>Statistical analysis</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  criminology</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  predictive policing</kwd>
                                                    <kwd>  big data analytics</kwd>
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