Quantitative Research Design in Planning

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This course introduces students to the quantitative research design process. The course uses examples of research debates from urban planning to illustrate different research strategies. Typically, the readings will include illustrations of empirical studies accompanied by readings that explain in more detail the research strategy used in the examples. Students will also have the opportunity to propose alternative strategies for addressing the research questions examined in the examples. Through practice, students will hone their research design skills. In the final part of the course students will present and critique each other’s research designs. Students interested in pursuing a career in research either in academia, government or industry and/or preparing to undertake research for a thesis or dissertation will benefit a great deal from the course.