Discover the principles of solid scientific methods in the behavioral and social sciences. Join us and learn to separate sloppy science from solid research!
This course is part of the Methods and Statistics in Social Sciences Specialization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Before we get started...
Origins of the scientific method
The Scientific Method
Research Designs
Measurement
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Excellent course! Well narrated, even entertaining, VERY well structured, with supporting material, and a great mix of theory and examples or discussions. Perhaps the best MOOC I've ever encountered.
It was an exceptional experience with University of Amsterdam, since this course is very well organized and the quality of teaching as well. I will attend the other 4 courses.
Thank you so much for giving me such explanations which are extremely simple to understand. the concepts are highly illustrative and relatable. the exam quizes are confidence booster
Tough topic if you are relatively new to it - but the presentation and lectures were great, accessible and exceptionally high quality - great job on putting the course together!
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