POLS 280 - Introduction to Political Analysis

Institution:

Winona State University

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Description:

An introduction to research approaches in the discipline of political science covering the scope of the discipline, the different schools of thought and approaches to the study of the discipline. Emphasis is placed on secondary research. Students are introduced to the "classic- al" works and journals in the field, usage of statistics and computers, the Internet and multimedia devices as research tools. Students also are introduced to the institutional, functional, philosophical and legal approaches to the study of politics. A strong background in mathematics and/or statistics is highly recommended. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: POLS 103 and POLS 120 or instructor's permission.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.winona.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 457-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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