Master in Survey Research (MSR) Curriculum 2008 - 2009
University of Connecticut
Department of Public Policy
Fall 2008
"PP 379 Principles and Methods of Survey Research"
The course includes questionnaire design and sampling. The course begins with theoretical and empirical research on question and questionnaire effects. It then teaches students the practice of writing questions and designing questionnaires, both in general and in light of existing research. Next, the course focuses on appropriate sampling methods for generalizing to a larger population |
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“PP 376 Applied Quantitative Methods”
This course introduces students to statistical analysis. It takes students from the very basics of statistics up through regression - covering topics such as: descriptive statistics; comparison distributions; constructing and interpreting tables and graphs; probability theory, statistical inference and hypothesis testing; computing margins of error; bi-variate regression, and an introduction to multivariate regression. |
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"PP 370 Applied Research Design"
This course focuses on both the tools and methods of social science research and the management of research projects. The purpose is to help students to develop the requisite skills to design and conduct high quality research. Examples of topics covered include: causation; developing research questions and hypotheses; research designs; validity and reliability; and displaying quantitative data. |
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"PP 397 Survey Research Capstone I"
The courses, Survey Research Capstone I and II, are designed to assist students with their field placements in their first and second semesters and provide instruction in project management and qualitative methods.
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Spring 2009
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"PP 382 Advanced Quantitative Methods for Survey Research"
This course is a continuation of PP 381 Quantitative Methods for Survey Research. Examples of topics include: scales and indices; measurement models; factor analysis; nonparametric tests; management and analysis of large data sets; advanced regression topics; and advanced survey analysis and sampling topics.
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"PP 397 Attitude Formation"
This course introduces students to the theoretical literature and empirical research behind public opinion. Drawing on the fields of psychology, political science and marketing, the course covers topics such as socialization, persuasion, and opinion formation, and teaches students how research in these areas informs the practice of survey research.
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"PP 397 Survey Research Capstone II"
The courses, Survey Research Capstone I and II, are designed to assist students with their field placements in their first and second semesters and provide instruction in project management and qualitative methods. |
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"Elective"
The elective can be chosen from other courses offered in the department of public policy or at other UConn departments. The elective must be approved by the student’s academic advisor.
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