This course will introduce students to political science methodology and its logical usage for discovering causal patterns in political behavior and evaluating political reforms. Students will analyze of the logic of scientific research, gain experience in the development and interpretation of public opinion research and be introduced to related topics. No knowledge of statistics, computers or research methods is assumed.
* This course involves an intensive writing component.
Note(s):
As of Fall 2019, this course will be updated to POLS 2140. Read more.
