Prof. Gustavo Diaz
Department of Political Science
McMaster University
popw24.gustavodiaz.org
This course is about quantitative research designs applied to public opinion and policy
This course is about quantitative research designs applied to public opinion and policy
You will be asked to:
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Short chapters with math and code
Read 1-3 sections + 1-2 research articles per week
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Second edition
Good to consult while working on lab assignments
and RStudio
Work on assignments during our weekly meetings and beyond
+ RStudio works on most laptops and has a cloud option
See popw24.gustavodiaz.org/resources for installation guides
Computers in the classroom should work
To get a B+:
Improve your grade by completing more assignments or the final project
Missing/delayed/late assignments decrease your grade
Make up work only if necessary
First half: Focus on designs for public opinion (surveys)
Second half: Focus on public policy (experiments, RCTs, AB testing)
Weekly reading and lab assignments
Choose weeks to write response papers
Choose whether to do final project by April 4
Brief lecture (< 30 min)
Discussion (~ 40 min)
Break (10 min)
Lab (Remaining time)
Content is cumulative. Stay engaged!
Work with others, especially on coding
Come to class prepared to work backwards from findings to research design choices
See also popw24.gustavodiaz.org/resources
popw24.gustavodiaz.org/content
popw24.gustavodiaz.org/resources