Geography 225 - Social Science Research Methods

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Colgate University

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E. Kraly This course is a study of the fundamental concepts and techniques needed for quantitative research in the social sciences. It treats issues such as the identification of research problems; hypothesis formation; the collection, evaluation, and presentation of data; and it provides practical knowledge of elementary statistics as well as some basics of computer use. No prior experience with computers is needed. Students select, design, and execute their own research projects and present their findings. Prerequisite: one social science course. This course is crosslisted as POSC 225, SOAN 225, and EDUC 225.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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