Environmental Science Research Methods II

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A more advanced version of PUBPOL 631K Research Methods I. A survey of research methods used in anthropology, social science, public health, and economics. Based on readings, students will present and formulate discussions on research questions, research method, data source, findings, inference, and policy implications. Introduces theoretical foundations of applied research and guidance on applying methods to specific research questions. Topics covered in this course include quantitative and qualitative methods, experimental and quasi-experimental research study design, and the academic publication process.