Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS

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Statistical Analysis in Political Science with SPSS

This course is part of Statistics for Politics & International Relations with SPSS Specialization

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 hours to complete

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Master the basics of SPSS for political and international data analysis
Understand how to describe and visualize categorical data effectively
Apply statistical methods to compare group means and draw inferences

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Explore the essential foundations of statistical analysis for political science and international relations using IBM SPSS Statistics. Learn about research approaches, data sources, and the basics of working with SPSS.

This course introduces learners to the core concepts of social science research and the practical use of IBM SPSS Statistics. You will examine key philosophical approaches to research, understand the research cycle, and become familiar with important data sources in political science. The course then guides you through the SPSS interface, data management, and the principles of measurement, preparing you to confidently handle and describe categorical data. Through clear explanations and practical demonstrations, this course builds a strong foundation in both research methodology and SPSS skills. Learners will gain the confidence to approach data analysis in political science and international relations with a critical and informed perspective. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on Statistics for Politics and International Relations Using IBM SPSS Statistics, by Helen M. Williams. Copyright ©2020 by Sage Publications Limited. All rights reserved, including rights for text and data mining and training of artificial technologies or similar technologies. Published by Sage Publications Limited, London. Used by arrangement with Sage Publications Limited.

This module introduces foundational statistical concepts and their application in political analysis, helping learners build confidence in using statistical tools like SPSS for data interpretation and analysis.

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1 video2 readings1 assignment

This module explores the philosophical foundations of research, including ontology, epistemology, and methodology. It explains how these concepts influence research design, data collection, and interpretation. Learners will gain an understanding of how different approaches shape the research process.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

9 readingsTotal 51 minutes

Introduction4 minutes
Ontology4 minutes
Epistemology9 minutes
What does this mean in real-world research?9 minutes
Research cycle4 minutes
Quantitative data6 minutes
Arab Barometer5 minutes
UK Data Service (UKDS)5 minutes
Conclusions5 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Exploring Social Research Approaches16 minutes

This module introduces learners to the SPSS software environment, focusing on its core windows, data management, and the classification of variables. It covers the basics of data entry, analysis, and the importance of proper syntax and data representation. By the end, learners will be able to navigate SPSS confidently and understand the foundational principles of data handling.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

9 readingsTotal 51 minutes

Introduction4 minutes
Data Editor13 minutes
Data View7 minutes
Output6 minutes
Good syntax style4 minutes
Benefits for the discipline5 minutes
Levels of measurement5 minutes
A critique of levels of measurement4 minutes
Conclusions3 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Introduction to SPSS Basics16 minutes

This module equips learners with the skills to create, interpret, and format frequency tables and crosstabs for categorical data. It covers techniques for recoding variables and adjusting table appearances to meet professional standards in social statistics.

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1 video4 readings2 assignments

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