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Master the core principles of social science inquiry with Understanding Political Science Research Methods: The Challenge of Inference. Published by Routledge, this text focuses on the primary goal of high-quality research: the ability to answer significant questions by generating valid inferences about political phenomena. Unlike traditional textbooks that begin with question development, this book introduces the concept of making an inference immediately. By understanding the specific challenges social scientists face when confronting this task, students gain a deeper perspective on the research process. This foundational approach helps learners ask more appropriate questions and conduct more effective literature reviews. By keeping the ultimate goal of valid inference at the forefront, this book guides students through selecting and executing the right research strategies. It serves as a practical guide for those looking to navigate the complexities of political science research with clarity and purpose.

Key Features

Focuses on the fundamental goal of generating valid inferences about political phenomena to answer important research questions.

Introduces the concept of inference early to help students understand the specific challenges faced by social scientists.

Provides a framework for developing appropriate research questions based on the requirements of valid scientific inference.

Supports the ability to conduct fruitful literature reviews by establishing a clear understanding of research goals.

Guides students in selecting and executing the proper research methods required for successful political science studies.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
29 September 2015
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03 November 2015

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