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PSC 782 - Advanced Research Methods in Political Science

(3 units)
Techniques and methodologies currently employed in political science, including statistical measures, survey research and the relating of research to theory.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to analyze data using ordinary least squares regression. 
2. Students will be able to communicate statistical findings graphically.
3. Students will be able to assess relationships between two variables while controlling for a host of rival hypotheses.
4. Students will be able to relate statistical findings to readers accurately.
5. Students will be able to apply the theoretical skills learned in class to real world data.
6. Students will be able to evaluate an original theoretical argument about some political phenomena using quantitative methods in the form of a research paper. 


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