Introduction to Empirical Methods in Political Science (210-0-20)
Instructors
Jason W Seawright
847/467-1148
Office Hours: http://www.polisci.northwestern.edu/people/core-faculty/jason-seawright.html
Meeting Info
Block Pick-Laudati Auditorium: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM
Overview of class
This class provides an introduction to the tools political scientists use to answer questions about politics. How qualitative, quantitative, and experimental research designs help us answer difficult descriptive and causal questions.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this class, students will be able to:
- identify and explain descriptive and causal inference approaches, as well as their challenges in political science
- critically evaluate inferential claims in academic social science research
- identify types of research designs, explain their strengths and weaknesses, and discuss alter- native approaches
- effectively communicate research processes and findings.
Class Materials (Required)
None
Class Attributes
Empirical and Deductive Reasoning Foundational Dis
Formal Studies Distro Area
Associated Classes
DIS - Locy Hall 106: Thurs 11:00AM - 11:50AM
DIS - Locy Hall 106: Thurs 2:00PM - 2:50PM
DIS - Parkes Hall 213: Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM
DIS - Parkes Hall 213: Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM