POLI 101Analyzing Political Data
Focuses upon quantitative data analysis and research methods used in the study of politics. Through a series of hands-on assignments students learn to describe data and statistical relationships, measure complex variables, assess statistical significance and construct multivariate models with both indirect relationships and interactions. (Formerly Introduction to Research Methods.)
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 5:20pm–6:55pm | PhysSciences 140 | S. W. Newsome | Closed 41/40 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Newsome | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 50% | 12 |
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