Political Science Research MethodsThis book is an introduction to the process and methods of using empirical research to achieve scientific knowledge in political science. Using case studies to explain the fundamentals of the research process, the authors tell how to formulate hypotheses, devise measurement strategies, develop a research design, conduct a literature review, make empirical observations, and write a research report. They also discuss survey research techniques, such as mailed questionnaires and personal and telephone interviews; analysis of written records; ethical issues when subjects are indirectly observed; and univariate, bivariate, and multivariate data analysis. ISBN 0-87187-329-X: $14.95. |
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Introduction | 1 |
Studying Politics Scientifically | 17 |
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