POLI 300

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Statistical Analysis

Political Science College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Quantitative techniques in political research, including probability theory, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, regression analysis, causal inference, maximum likelihood, and panel data; presenting and summarizing quantitative research to a non-technical audience.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Min

4

Fixed/Max

4

Fixed

3

Fixed

1

Title

Critical Thinking and Analysis

Learning Outcome

Read and interpret statistical evidence.

Title

Critical Thinking and Analysis

Learning Outcome

Think critically, analytically, and synthetically.

Title

Effective Research and Analysis

Learning Outcome

Use appropriate quantitative methods of analysis, including multivariate regression, to answer political questions.

Title

Professional Communication

Learning Outcome

Explain statistical arguments in writing and in oral presentations that meet professional standards