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STATISTICS FOR RESEARCH AND EVALUATION

EDPOL 602
Course Description

An introduction to statistical analysis for research and evaluation. Draw on current events and policy debates when possible. Describe data and distributions; internal/external validity; sampling, inference, and evaluation designs (RCT, regression, DiD). Expect to use real data and computer software to complete assignments.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

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Not Applicable

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