PSC 220 - Research Methods/Pol Sci

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course will provide an overview to the methods of conducting research in the field of political science. It will introduce students to each step in the process of conducting original research--indentifying an interesting question; creating a plan to shed new light on it; finding the appropriate sources, information, and data; organizing that information; and writing it up in a clear and persuasive manner. The course will introduce students to the methodologies most common to the various subfields in political sicence. Students will meet in person or remotely with researchers in each field, and be offered a chance to hear about how these researchers developed their own methodological approach to political questions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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