PSC 301 - Political Science Research Methods

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Muhlenberg College

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Description:

This course is intended to provide students with the essential methods for the analysis of political phenomena. In this course students receive an overview of the principles of research design as well as an introduction to the fundamental techniques involved in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of data. Specific aspects of the course include quasiexperimental design, hypothesis testing, measurement, and ethical considerations in the research process. The goal of the course is to provide students with the necessary training to be competent consumers of empirical analyses as well as to give them a foundation for the study of advanced quantitative research techniques. Prerequisites: PSC 101 Introduction to American National Government and PSC 103 Introduction to Comparative Politics & International Relations. MTH 104 Statistical Methods or MTH 144 Statistical Analysis is recommended

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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