Introduction
Descriptive inference
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Basic tools of quantitative reasoning
2
Sampling
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p-values
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Linear regression
Causal inference
5
Alternate explanations
6
Randomized experiments
7
Non-random comparisons
8
Statistical control
Assessing research
9
Imperfect indicators of quality
10
Threats to inference 1
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Threats to Inference 2
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Ethical issues
Wildcard topics
13
Political science measures
14
Meta-analysis in Microsoft Excel
15
Data visualization in R
16
Simulations and tests in R
Miscellany
17
Syllabus
18
Practice exam items
19
Credits
20
Big ideas in POL 138
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Class meetings 005
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Class meetings 006
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POL 138 Spring 2026
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Syllabus