POL 379 - Research and Writing in Political Science

Institution:

Sam Houston State University

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Description:

This course has two primary objectives. First, students will gain knowledge of basic research methods and design in the social sciences. Particular attention will be given to survey research. Second, students will learn research and writing skills including: how to locate, evaluate, and cite electronic and printed sources; how to conduct a literature review; how to write proposals, reports, and research papers; and how to edit proposals, reports, and papers. Prerequisite: 3 hours in POLS. Credit 3.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.shsu.edu/

Phone Number:

(936) 294-1111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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