Overview
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 Quantitative Methods course is offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Amsterdam will cover the fundamental principles of science, some history and philosophy of science, research designs, measurement, sampling and ethics.
Educational Opportunity
The course is comparable to a university level introductory course on quantitative research methods in the social sciences, but has a strong focus on research integrity. We will use examples from sociology, political sciences, educational sciences, communication sciences and psychology.
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Courses included:
- Before we get started...
- Origins of the scientific method
- The Scientific Method
- Research Designs
- Measurement
- Sampling
- Practice, Ethics & Integrity
- Catch Up
- Exam Time!
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Duration
- Part-time
- 2 days
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.