GYA 202D - Research Methods

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University of Southern Maine

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Description:

Students will focus on the ways in which geographers and anthropologists conduct research. We will address the issues of research question formulation, methodological strategies, and analytic techniques. Topics include defining research problems, measurement, sampling, research design, and analysis. Examples, case studies, and data will be drawn from the disciplines of geography and anthropology. Prerequisites: one of the following: ANT101J, ANT 102K, ANT 103, and one of the following: GEO 101J, GEO 102K, as well as completion of mathematics readiness. Cr 3.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.usm.maine.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 780-4141

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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