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SPOL 654: Research Methods I
4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Advanced quantitative research methods. Emphasizes experimental and quasi-experimental designs, and examines specific methodologies used in conducting research in the area of social policy and social research. Topics include measurement issues, research design, sampling, and statistical interpretation. Addresses survey research, time-series designs, and more advanced techniques.
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SPOL 655: Research Methods II
4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Advanced course in qualitative and mixed research methods. Emphasizes selected qualitative and mixed research methodologies specific to social policy and social research. Topics covered include theoretical bases for conducting qualitative research; research design; data gathering, including interviewing, observation, archival and historical research, and data analysis and writing. Addresses various methods for integrating qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
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SPOL 656: Organizational Theory & Policy
4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Explores the complexities of large organizations; how organizations are born, evolve, and survive. Examines bureaucratic systems, formal and informal structures, communication patterns, and philosophical approaches that influence effectiveness and efficiency of services delivery. Implications of these on the development and implementation of social policies explored.
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SPOL 658: Methods of Policy Analysis & Research
4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Examines approaches to policy analysis and assesses the strengths and limitations of various methods. Explores a range of theoretical frameworks and analytical methods used for understanding and analyzing contemporary policy challenges. Addresses ethical issues and the role of values in shaping analysis. Incorporates the empirical methods used to support policy analysis and structure policy research.
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SPOL 664: Applied Research for Social Policy
2.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Provides students with a series of formal exercises simulating primary applied social research strategies used in the development of social policy. Explores the contributions of social research to social policy through studies of public records and data bases; clinical contexts; social experimentation; program planning, development, and evaluation; and action research.
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SPOL 665: Information Technologies and Decision Science
4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Surveys key concepts and tools from information science; operations research; systems science; dynamic modeling; and visualization theory within the social, behavioral and natural sciences. Focuses on knowledge management in the public and private sector, i.e., design and application of decision-support tools; database creation and management; and communications tools for health, social welfare, public administration, sustainable development, and human services management. Includes computer laboratory experience both in class and on-line.
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SPOL 671: Applied/Structured Research I
2.00 - 4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Provides students the opportunity to advance knowledge and skills in a specialized area of study. Part of a year long sequence that culminates in an applied research product at the end of SPOL 673. Research mentor develops with the student a plan for the year, with objectives for each quarter. Research plan approved by the Program Committee. Evaluation based on accomplishment of quarterly objective.
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SPOL 672: Applied/Structured Research II
2.00 - 4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Provides students the opportunity to advance knowledge and skills in a specialized area of study. Part of a year long sequence that culminates in an applied research product at the end of SPOL 673. Research mentor develops with the student a plan for the year, with objectives for each quarter. Research plan approved by the Program Committee. Evaluation based on accomplishment of quarterly objectives.
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SPOL 673: Applied/Structured Research III
2.00 - 4.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Provides students the opportunity to advance knowledge and skills in a specialized area of study. Part of a year long sequence that culminates in an applied research product at the end of SPOL 673. Research mentor develops with the student a plan for the year, with objectives for each quarter. Research plan approved by the Program Committee. Evaluation based on accomplishment of quarterly objectives.
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SPOL 681: Dissertation Proposal I
2.00 Credits
University of Southern California
Development of the dissertation proposal. Research adviser develops with the student mutually agreed-upon objectives. Evaluation based on accomplishment of these objectives.
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