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.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

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

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