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
