Republic of the Philippines

SULTAN KUDARAT STATE UNIVERSITY

College of Arts and Sciences
Tacurong Campus
Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat

PS 312 QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS OF POLITICAL DATA

VISION INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES (IO)

A leading university in advancing scholarly innovation, multi-cultural convergence, and responsive public a. Enhance competency development, commitment, professionalism, unity and true
service in borderless regions. spirit of service for public accountability, transparency and delivery of quality services
. b. Provide relevant programs and professional trainings that will respond to the
development needs of the region
MISSION
c. Strengthen local and international collaborations and partnerships for borderless
programs
The university shall primarily provide advanced instruction and professional training in science and
technology, agriculture, fisheries, education, and other relevant fields of study. It shall also undertake d. Develop a research culture among faculty and students
research and extension services and provide progressive leadership in its areas of specialization. e. Develop and promote environmentally-sound and market-driven knowledge and
technologies at par with international standards
STRATEGIC GOALS f. Promote research-based information and technologies for sustainable development
• Deliver quality service to stakeholders to address current and future needs in instruction, g. Enhance resource generation and mobilization to sustain financial viability of the
research, extension, and production university
• Observe strict implementation of the laws and the policies and regulations of the University.
• Acquire with urgency state-of-the-art resources for its service areas;
• Bolster the relationship of the University with its local and international customers and partners.
• Leverage the qualifications and competencies in personnel action and staffing.
• Evaluate the efficiency and responsiveness of the University systems and processes.

Program Objectives and its relationship to Institutional Outcomes:

Institutional Outcomes (IO)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES (PO)
In harmony with the vision and mission of the University and guided by the goals of the College, the Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science a b c d e f g
Program aims to produce highly committed, innovative, and globally competitive graduates who are:

a) experts in the concepts and fundamentals of Political Science, viz., its language, theories, and methodologies. Further, such concepts and x x
fundamentals shall be but not limited to Statutory Construction; Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Political Theories; Comparative and Quantitative
Political Analysis;

b) equipped with advanced knowledge and experts in the current developments as per the subfields of Political Science; x x

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 c) experts in political and policy analysis and can be the forerunners of desired political changes in their respective localities; x x

d) imbued with ideal professional, ethical, and Filipino values with respect to individuality and cultural diversity; x x

e) instilled with deep-seated values to be concerned and predisposed towards political involvement or participation in any form; x x

f) proficient teachers, researchers, social development workers, risk analysts, political analysts, engineers of human freedom; x x

g. knowledgeable about the various sub-disciplines, major themes, and analytical techniques in political science, and also basic analytical techniques x x
from other relevant disciplines.

Course Description:

The approaches and strategies utilized in the qualitative and quantitative study of political data are thoroughly introduced in this course.
It emphasizes using qualitative and quantitative techniques to understand political processes. It gives students the tools they need to
gather, evaluate, and interpret data in political science. To understand the intricacies of political behavior, institutions, and procedures,
students will investigate a range of qualitative methodologies, such as case studies, interviews, content analysis, and ethnography.
The course also covers fundamental quantitative methods, allowing students to deal with numerical data and apply statistical tools to
political research. These methods include survey design, statistical analysis, and data visualization. To help students build a well-
rounded approach to political analysis that incorporates the advantages of both qualitative and quantitative viewpoints, the course
strongly emphasizes combining both methodologies. The implementation of these techniques will be demonstrated using real-world
political data and case studies, with an emphasis on contemporary political challenges and trends. This course, in line with the
curriculum standards set forth by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), equips students with the analytical skills required to
critically assess political data, participate in evidence-based debates, and influence policy decisions.

Course Code : PS 312

Course Title : Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Political Data

Pre-requisite : PS 111

Credit : 3 UNITS

Course Learning Outcomes and Relationships to Program Educational Objectives

Program Objectives
Course Learning Outcomes
a b c d e f g
At the end of the semester, the students can:

a. Identify and explain the key differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods in political science, including their respective strengths
x x
and limitations.

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 b. Utilize qualitative research methods such as case studies, interviews, content analysis, and ethnography to gather and analyze data on political
x x x
behavior, institutions, and processes.

c. Design and implement surveys, perform statistical analysis, and create data visualizations to analyze numerical political data and draw evidence-
x x
based conclusions.

d. Combine qualitative and quantitative methods in political analysis, demonstrating the ability to use a mixed-methods approach to investigate complex
x x
political phenomena.

e. Critically evaluate and interpret political data using appropriate qualitative and quantitative techniques, ensuring accuracy and reliability in the analysis. x x

f. Apply qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze real-world political data, drawing insights from contemporary political issues and trends. x x x

g. Participate in informed and evidence-based discussions on political topics, effectively communicating research findings and contributing to policy-
x x x
making processes.

h. Cultivate the necessary research skills to design, conduct, and present political studies that adhere to academic and professional standards. x x

i. Achieve a thorough understanding of qualitative and quantitative analysis that aligns with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) curriculum
x x
guidelines, preparing students for advanced research and professional practice in political science.

Course Content

Program
Course Objectives, Topics, Outcome-Based Assessment Course Values
Learning Outcomes Evidence of Outcomes Outcome
Time Allotment (OBA) Activities Objectives Integration
s
Topic: SKSU VMGO, Classroom Policies, Course Overview, Course Requirements, Grading System (3 hours)
1. Discuss the VMGO of the 1.1 Students can be aware of Individual participation in class Rubric scorecards of class b,c,e a,b,e Value of SKSU (2018).
University, classroom policies, and appreciative of the discussions and group participation accomplished by: Appreciation Student
the scope of the course, University’s VMGO, classroom presentations using a rubric to • Professor Manual
course requirements, and • Peer
policies, course overview, assess the quality of Ability to see
grading system
requirements, and grading participation • Self the whole
system perspectives
Topic: Introduction to Political Data Analysis

2.1 Overview of qualitative and 2.1 Students can distinguish • Comparative Essay on Evidence: The essay a a,g Critical Creswell, J.W.,
quantitative research in political between qualitative and Research Methods should clearly articulate Thinking & Creswell,
science. quantitative research methods (Task: Write a 1,000- the differences between J.D. (2018).
the methods, providing
in political science. word essay comparing Research
examples of when each
qualitative and method is most Design:
quantitative research appropriate. Qualitative,
methods in political Quantitative,
2.2 Students can explain the science. Include and Mixed
significance of using mixed-

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2.2 Importance of mixed-methods methods approaches in examples and discuss Methods
approaches. political research. the advantages and Approaches.
limitations of each Chapters 1-2.
approach.)
King, G.,
2.3 Ethical considerations in 2.3 Students can Identify and • Discussion Board Keohane,
• Evidence: Contributions b a,b Ethical
political data analysis. address ethical issues in Participation R.O., & Verba,
to the discussion should
political data analysis. Awareness S. (1994).
(Task: Participate in demonstrate an
an online discussion understanding of mixed- Designing
board where students methods research, Social Inquiry:
supported by examples Scientific
debate the significance
from the readings. Inference in
of mixed-methods
approaches in political Qualitative
science.) Research.
Introduction.
• Evidence: A written
• Case Study Analysis
analysis that identifies Intellectual Bryman, A., &
on Ethics
ethical issues, references E d Curiosity Bell, E. (2015).
(Task: Analyze a case
ethical guidelines, and Business
study that involves
suggests appropriate Research
ethical dilemmas in
actions.
political data analysis. Methods (4th
Identify the moral ed.). Oxford
issues and propose University
solutions based on
Press.
established ethical
guidelines) Chapters 1-2.

Topic: Qualitative Research Methods in Political Science

3.1 Introduction to qualitative 3.1 Students can understand • Research Design • Evidence: A research b a,g Bryman, A.
research. the basic principles and Proposal (Task: proposal document with (2015). Social
approaches of qualitative Develop a proposal for straightforward questions, Analytical Research
research. a qualitative research a justified sampling Rigor Methods.
study, including method, and relevant
Chapters 2-3.
research questions, references.
3.2 Designing a qualitative 3.2 Students can design a sampling methods,
study: Research questions and qualitative study, including and a brief literature
sampling. formulating research questions review.) Communicati Gerring, J.
and sampling methods. on (2007). Case
• Case Study • Evidence: A presentation b c,g Study
that demonstrates the Research:
Application (Task:
effective application of
3.3 Case Studies: Methodology Select a political event Principles and
case study methodology,
and application in political 3.3 Students can apply case and apply the case including the selection and Practical Practices.
science. study methodology effectively study methodology to analysis of data. Application Chapter 1.
in political science research. analyze it. Present the

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 findings in a 10-minute Flick, U.
class presentation.) (2018). An
Introduction to
Qualitative
Research (6th
ed.). Sage
Publications.
Topic: Data Collection Techniques: Qualitative Approaches
4.1 Conducting interviews and 4.1 Students can develop and • Interview Design and • Evidence: A transcript of b a,g Bryman, A.
focus groups. implement qualitative data Execution. (Task: the interview and a (2015). Social
collection techniques such as Design and conduct a reflective essay on the Research
interviews and focus groups. 20-minute interview experience and Methods.
related to a political challenges encountered.
Chapters 10-
science topic. Record
and transcribe the 11.
interview, then submit Empathy and
the transcript reflecting Understandin
on the data collection g
4.2 Content analysis: Coding and 4.2 Students can conduct process.)
interpreting political texts. content analysis emphasizing Schensul, S.L.,
• Content Analysis • Evidence: A report
coding and interpreting political & LeCompte,
detailing the coding
texts. Exercise. (Task: b a,g M.D. (2013).
process, the themes
Perform a content identified, and the Ethnographer's
analysis on a set of interpretation of the Toolkit.
political speeches, results Chapter 2.
coding for specific Attention to
themes. Submit a Detail
report on the findings.)
4.3 Ethnography in political 4.3 Students can apply
research: Observing political ethnographic methods to study • Ethnographic • Evidence: A report b c,g
behavior. political behavior in natural Observation Report that describes the
settings. (Task: Conduct an event, the behaviors
observed, and their Silverman, D.
ethnographic
relevance to the (2020).
observation of a Reflection
research question.
political event (e.g., a Qualitative
town hall meeting). Research (5th
Write a 500-word ed.). Sage
report on the observed Publications.
behaviors and their
significance.)
Topic: Analyzing Qualitative Data
5.1 Techniques for qualitative 5.1 Students can apply various • Thematic Analysis • Evidence: A thematic b,e a,g Analytical Creswell, J.W.,
data analysis. techniques for analyzing Project. (Task: analysis report identifies Precision & Poth, C.N.
qualitative data. Conduct a thematic themes and sub-themes (2016).

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 analysis of qualitative supported by data Qualitative
data from previous excerpts. Inquiry and
5.2 Thematic analysis in political 5.2 Students can conduct activities (e.g., Technical Research
interviews or focus
research. thematic analysis of qualitative Proficiency Design:
groups). Submit a
data in political research. report detailing the Choosing
themes identified.) Among Five
Approaches.
• NVivo Software Chapter 7.
Exercise (Task:
• Evidence: The NVivo b,e a,g Critical Bazeley, P., &
Import qualitative data project file with coded
5.3 Using software tools for 5.3 Students can Use software into NVivo and perform Interpretation Jackson, K.
data and a report
qualitative analysis (e.g., NVivo). tools like NVivo for efficient fundamental analysis, explaining the process (2013).
qualitative data analysis. including coding and and key findings. Qualitative
generating Data Analysis
visualizations. Submit with NVivo.
the NVivo project file Chapters 3-4.
and a brief report.)
Saldaña, J.
(2021). The
Coding Manual
for Qualitative
Researchers
(4th ed.). Sage
Publications.
Topic: Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
6.1 Basics of quantitative 6.1 Students can understand • Survey Design • Evidence: A survey c a,g Creswell, J.W.,
research: Variables, hypotheses, the foundational concepts in Assignment (Task: questionnaire and a & Creswell,
and measurement. quantitative research. Design a survey to justification document J.D. (2018).
Scientific
collect data on a explaining the choices Research
political issue. Justify made in the design Inquiry
Design:
the selection of process.
variables, question Qualitative,
types, and sampling Quantitative,
strategy.) and Mixed
Methodologic Methods
6.2 Introduction to survey design 6.2 Students can design • Data Source al Rigor Approaches.
and sampling techniques. effective surveys and sampling • Evidence: An essay that c a,b Chapter 3.
Evaluation. (Task:
evaluates the selected
strategies for political Identify and evaluate data sources, highlighting
research. three different data their relevance and Fowler, F.J.
sources for a potential biases. (2013). Survey
quantitative study on Resourcefuln Research
voter behavior. ess Methods.
Discuss their strengths Chapters 2-3.

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6.3 Data sources in political 6.3 Students can identify and and limitations in a Field, A.
science: Surveys, censuses, and utilize various data sources 500-word essay.) (2018).
electoral data. relevant to political science. Discovering
Statistics
Using IBM
SPSS
Statistics (5th
ed.). Sage
Publications.
Topic: Statistical Analysis in Political Research I
7.1 Descriptive statistics: 7.1 Students can summarize • Descriptive Statistics • Evidence: Statistical c a,g Bryman, A.
Summarizing and presenting political data using descriptive Assignment (Task: output from SPSS or R (2015). Social
data. statistics. Use SPSS or R to and an interpretation Research
analyze a dataset and document explaining the Methods.
generate descriptive results.
Chapters 5-6.
statistics (e.g., mean,
median, mode,
standard deviation). Quantitative
Submit the output with Literacy Field, A.
7.2 Inferential statistics: 7.2 Students can conduct a brief interpretation.) (2013).
Hypothesis testing and hypothesis testing and Discovering
significance. understand statistical Statistics
• Hypothesis Testing
significance. Using IBM
Exercise (Task: • Evidence: A report
Formulate a that includes the c a,g Analytical SPSS
hypothesis related to a hypothesis, the Thinking Statistics.
political science topic statistical test Chapters 4-5.
and test it using performed, the
7.3 Introduction to statistical 7.3 Students can use statistical inferential statistics in results, and their Pallant, J.
software (e.g., SPSS, R). software tools such as SPSS SPSS or R. Submit a interpretation. (2020). SPSS
report on the
or R for fundamental data hypothesis test.) Precision Survival
analysis. Manual: A
Step-by-Step
Guide to Data
Analysis Using
IBM SPSS (7th
ed.).
Topic: Statistical Analysis in Political Research II

8.1 Correlation and regression 8.1 Students can perform and • Correlation and • Evidence: Statistical c a,g Complex Pallant, J.
analysis. interpret correlation and Regression Analysis output showing the Problem- (2020). SPSS
regression analyses. (Task: Conduct a correlation and regression Solving Survival
correlation and results, accompanied by a Manual: A
regression analysis on written interpretation. Step-by-Step
a political dataset Guide to Data
using SPSS or R. Analysis Using

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8.2 Multivariate analysis 8.2 Students can apply Submit the output and IBM SPSS.
techniques. multivariate analysis a written Data Chapters 6-7.
techniques to complex political interpretation.) Interpretation
Wooldridge,
data.
• Multivariate Analysis • Evidence: A report that J.M. (2016).
c a,b Introductory
explains the multivariate
Project (Task: Apply a Econometrics:
technique used, presents
8.3 Application of statistical tools 8.3 Students can use statistical multivariate analysis the results, and discusses A Modern
to political data. tools to analyze political technique (e.g., factor the findings in a political Application of Approach.
datasets effectively. analysis) to a political context. Knowledge Chapter 9.
dataset. Submit a
report detailing the Wooldridge,
J.M. (2020).
method, results, and
Introductory
implications) Econometrics:
A Modern
Approach (7th
ed.). Cengage
Learning.

Topic: Data Visualization and Interpretation

9.1 Principles of Effective Data 9.1 Students can understand • Data Visualization • Evidence: A collection of d, g a, g Few, S.
Visualization. the principles of effective data Creation (Task: Create visualizations with (2012). Show
visualization. a set of data accompanying Me the
visualizations (e.g., explanations Numbers:
graphs, charts, demonstrating effective
Designing
thematic maps) for data communication.
both qualitative and Tables and
Clarity and
quantitative data. Graphs to
Communicati
9.2 Visualizing qualitative data: 9.2 Students can create visual Submit the Enlighten.
visualizations with a on
Word clouds, thematic maps. representations of qualitative Chapters 1-2.
and quantitative data. brief explanation of
each.)
Tufte, E.R.
e,g a,g (2001). The
• Visualization Critique • Evidence: A written
(Task: Critique a set of critique that assesses the Visual Display
Creativity
provided data strengths and of Quantitative
9.3 Visualizing quantitative data: 9.3 Students can interpret and visualizations weaknesses of the Information.
Graphs, charts, and tables. communicate political data regarding clarity, visualizations. Chapters 3-4.
through visual means. accuracy, and
effectiveness. Write a Critical
Cairo, A.
500-word critique.) Evaluation
(2019). How
Charts Lie:
Getting
Smarter About
Visual
Information.

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 W.W. Norton &
Company.
Topic: Mixed-Methods Research in Political Science
10.1 Combining qualitative and 10.1 Students can design and • Mixed-Methods • Evidence 1: The d,h a, b, c, g Creswell, J.W.,
implement a mixed-methods Research Proposal research proposal & Creswell,
quantitative methods.
research strategy. (Task: Students will demonstrate the J.D. (2018).
design a research student’s ability to Research
proposal incorporating design and implement Design:
qualitative and a mixed-methods
quantitative methods Qualitative,
research strategy.
to address a specific Quantitative,
political science • Evidence 2: The and Mixed
question. The proposal proposal should
Methods
should include a include a plan for
triangulation, showing Approaches.
rationale for the Analytical
how multiple data Chapter 7.
chosen methods, a Rigor
detailed research plan, sources or methods
and a discussion of will be used to
how the methods will validate the research Tashakkori, A.,
be integrated.) findings. & Teddlie, C.
10.2 Triangulation and its 10.2 Students can utilize (2010). Mixed
triangulation to enhance the • Triangulation Case Methodology:
importance in political research. Study Analysis (Task: • Evidence: A written
validity of political research. d.e a,b,c,f,g Combining
Students will be given analysis explaining
a case study from how triangulation was Qualitative and
Intellectual Quantitative
political science that used in the case
study to enhance the Curiosity Approaches.
employs mixed-
methods research. validity of the Chapters 5-6.
They will analyze the research,
case, focusing on demonstrating the Creswell, J.W.,
triangulation to validate student’s
& Plano Clark,
the findings.) understanding and
application of this V.L. (2017).
concept. Designing and
10.3 Students can critically • Class Discussion on Conducting
10.3 Case studies of mixed- analyze case studies that Mixed-Methods Case • Evidence: Participation in e a,c,f,g Mixed Methods
employ mixed-methods Studies (Task: In a the discussion and a Integrity Research (3rd
methods research in political
approaches. classroom setting, written reflection on the ed.). Sage
science. case studies will show the
students will Publications.
participate in a guided student’s ability to analyze
discussion on several and suggest
mixed-methods case improvements to mixed-
studies. They will be methods approaches
required to critique the critically.
methodology, assess
qualitative and
quantitative data
integration, and

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 suggest
improvements.
Topic: Application of Mixed Methods to Contemporary Political Issues
11.1 Analyzing political behavior: 11.1 Students can apply • Voter Behavior • Evidence: A written report d.f b,c,f,g Bryman, A.
Voter behavior and public mixed-methods research to Analysis (Task: that presents quantitative (2015). Social
opinion. analyze voter behavior and Students will conduct a and qualitative data Research
public opinion. mixed-methods findings, demonstrating Methods.
analysis of voter the student’s ability to
Chapter 13.
behavior using survey apply mixed-methods
data (quantitative) and research to analyze voter
interview transcripts behavior.
(qualitative). Johnson, R.B.,
Practical
&
• Political Institutions Relevance
11.2 Studying political 11.2 Student can investigate Onwuegbuzie,
institutions: Governments, political institutions and their Research Project • Evidence: A d,f a,b,c,f A.J. (2004).
(Task: Students will comprehensive research
parties, and policies. functions using mixed Mixed Methods
select a political project report detailing the
methods. institution (e.g., a findings from qualitative Research: A
government body, and quantitative analyses Research
political party, or showcasing the student’s Paradigm
policy-making process) ability to investigate Whose Time
and use mixed political institutions using Collaboration
Has Come.
methods to investigate mixed methods. Educational
its functions and
impact. Researcher,
33(7), 14-26.
• Case Study Evaluation
11.3 Real-world case studies on 11.3 Students can critically (Task: Students will be • Evidence: A critical d,e a,b,c,f,g
contemporary political evaluate real-world case given a contemporary evaluation essay that Johnson, R.B.,
challenges. studies addressing political issue studied assesses the strengths &
contemporary political issues. using mixed methods. and weaknesses of the Onwuegbuzie,
They will critically mixed-methods approach
used in the case study, A.J. (2019).
evaluate the study, Critical
focusing on the reflecting the student’s Mixed Methods
Thinking
appropriateness of the ability to evaluate real- Research: A
methods used and the world political research Research
conclusions' critically. Paradigm
robustness. Whose Time
Has Come.
Educational
Researcher,
33(7), 14-26.
Topic: Advanced Topics in Qualitative Analysis
12.1 Discourse analysis in 12.1 Students can understand • Discourse Analysis • Evidence: A detailed b,e a,c,f,g Critical Wodak, R., &
political science. and apply discourse and Assignment (Task: analysis report that Reflection Meyer, M.
narrative analysis techniques. Students will select a applies discourse analysis (2009).
political speech or techniques to the selected Methods of
media coverage and material, demonstrating

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 perform a discourse the student’s ability to Critical
analysis, identifying understand and apply Discourse
key themes, these methods. Analysis.
ideologies, and power
Chapters 2-3.
structures conveyed
through language.)

• Narrative Analysis of • Evidence: A narrative Ethical

12.2 Narrative analysis and its 3.2 Students can conduct analysis paper that b,e a,c,f Awareness Ragin, C.C.
Political Events (Task:
applications. qualitative comparative reveals the underlying (2008).
Students will choose a narratives and their
analysis (QCA) in political Redesigning
significant political implications, showcasing
research. Social Inquiry:
event and conduct a the student’s ability to
apply narrative analysis Fuzzy Sets
narrative analysis to
techniques. and Beyond.
understand how the
Chapters 1-2.
event is constructed
and communicated
through different
narratives.)

• Evidence: A project Bazeley, P.

report demonstrating the b,h a,b,c,f (2021).
• Qualitative
12.3 Qualitative comparative 3.3 Students can critically use of QCA in analyzing Innovation Qualitative
Comparative Analysis
analysis (QCA). assess advanced qualitative the case studies, showing Data Analysis:
(QCA) Project (Task: the student’s competence
methodologies. Practical
Students will conduct a in this advanced Strategies (2nd
QCA on a set of qualitative methodology.
ed.). Sage
political case studies to
Publications.
identify patterns and
causal relationships.
They will be required
to justify their selection
of cases and
variables.)
• Evidence: A critical
review essay that e.h a,b,c,f
• Critical Methodology
Review (Task: evaluates the
methodology used in the
Students will review a
article, reflecting the
research article that student’s ability to assess
employs an advanced advanced qualitative
qualitative methods critically.
methodology (e.g.,
discourse analysis,
narrative analysis,
QCA) and critically
assess its strengths,

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 limitations, and
contributions to
political research.)
Topic: Advanced Topics in Quantitative Analysis
13.1 Time-series analysis in 12.1 Students can apply time- • Time-Series Analysis • Evidence: A report c,e a,b,c,g Box-
political research. series analysis to political Assignment. (Task: detailing the results of the Steffensmeier,
research data. Students will be given time-series analysis, J.M., & Jones,
a dataset containing demonstrating the B.S. (2004).
political variables over student’s ability to apply
Event History
time and will conduct a this method to political
time-series analysis to research data. Modeling: A
identify trends and Guide for
Precision
patterns.) Social
Scientists.
13.2 Event history analysis. 3.2 Students can use event • Event History Analysis • Evidence: A project c,h a,c,f,g Chapters 1-2.
history analysis to study Project (Task: report that outlines the
Students will conduct event history analysis,
temporal political phenomena.
an event history showcasing the student’s
analysis on a political ability to study temporal
event (e.g., electoral political phenomena. Kline, R.B.
outcomes, policy (2015).
Scientific
changes) to Principles and
understand the timing Inquiry
Practice of
and sequence of Structural
events leading up to
the outcome. Equation
Modeling.
• Evidence: An assignment c,e a,b,c,f,g Chapters 3-4.
report that includes SEM
13.3 Structural equation 3.3 Students can understand diagrams and
• Structural Equation
modeling (SEM). and apply structural equation interpretation of the Box-
Modeling (SEM)
modeling (SEM) in political model, demonstrating the Steffensmeier,
Assignment (Task:
student’s understanding
science. Students will be J.M., Brady,
and application of SEM in
introduced to SEM and H.E., & Collier,
political science.
apply it to a D. (2018). The
hypothetical dataset to Perseverance
understand the Oxford
relationships between Handbook of
multiple political Political
variables.) Methodology.
Oxford
University
Press.
Topic: Critical Approaches to Political Data Analysis
14.1 Critiques of qualitative and 14.1 Students can critically • Comparative • Outcome 1: A a,e a,c,f,g Ethical Denzin, N.K.,
quantitative methods. evaluate the strengths and Methodology Review comparative review paper Responsibility & Lincoln, Y.S.
(Task: Students will that critically evaluates the (2011). The
compare and contrast methods used in the

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 limitations of various research different research selected studies, reflecting SAGE
methods. methods (e.g., the student’s ability to Handbook of
qualitative vs. assess research Qualitative
quantitative) used in methodologies.
Research.
political science
studies, evaluating Chapters 7-8.
their strengths and
limitations.)
Harding, S.
• Researcher Reflexivity • Evidence: A reflexive e,g d,e Reflexivity (1992).
Essay (Task: Students essay that demonstrates Rethinking
will write a reflective the student’s ability to
14.2 Reflexivity and the role of 3.2 Students can reflect on the Standpoint
essay on their role as reflect on their influence
the researcher. role and influence of the researchers in political as a researcher, showing Epistemology:
researcher in data analysis. data analysis, awareness of the role of What is Strong
considering how their reflexivity in research. Objectivity?.
perspectives and The Centennial
biases may influence Review, 36(3),
the research process.) 437-470.

• Ethical Implications • Evidence: An ethical

implications analysis Harding, S.
Analysis. (Task:
Students will analyze a report that examines the e,g d.f (2016).
14.3 Ethical and political 3.3 Students can understand political research study moral and political Objectivity and
implications of data the ethical and political or dataset, identifying considerations in Diversity:
interpretation. implications of interpreting potential ethical issues interpreting political data, Holistic Another Logic
political data. and discussing the demonstrating the Thinking of Scientific
broader political student’s understanding of
Research.
implications of the data these issues.
University of
interpretation.)
Chicago Press.

Topic: Practical Workshop: Analyzing Real-World Political Data

15.1 A hands-on workshop using 15.1 Students can analyze • Group Mixed-Methods • Evidence 1: The final f,h a,b,c,e,f Teamwork Bryman, A.
accurate political data. real-world political data using Research Project group report will (2015). Social
mixed-methods approaches. (Task: In groups, demonstrate the ability to Research
students will design Methods.
analyze political data
and conduct a mixed-
using mixed-methods Chapter 18.
methods research
study using real-world approaches, showcasing
political data. The qualitative and
project will culminate in quantitative data Creswell, J.W.,
15.2 Group project: Designing 15.2 Students can collaborate a group report and integration. & Creswell,
and conducting a mixed-methods effectively on a group research presentation of Adaptability J.D. (2018).
preliminary findings.)
research study. project. • Evidence 2: Group Research
collaboration will be g,h g,f Design:
• Peer Review of
assessed through peer Qualitative,
Preliminary Findings.
15.3 Presentation of preliminary evaluations and the Quantitative,
(Task: Each group will
coherence of the final
findings and peer review. present their and Mixed

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 15.3 Students can present and preliminary findings to report, reflecting effective Methods
critique preliminary research the class, receiving teamwork. Approaches.
findings. feedback and peer • Evidence 3: The Chapter 10.
critiques.) presentation and Accountability
subsequent revision of the
Bryman, A.
findings based on peer
feedback will demonstrate (2016). Social
the student’s ability to Research
present and critique Methods (5th
research findings. ed.). Oxford
University
Press.
Topic: Final Presentations and Course Review
16.1 Student presentations of 16.1 Students can present • Final Research Project • Evidence The a,d,g,h a,b,c,f,g Creswell, J.W.,
final research projects. research findings clearly and Presentation. (Task: presentation will be & Creswell,
persuasively. Students will present assessed on clarity, Confidence J.D. (2018).
their final research organization, and the Research
project to the class, persuasiveness of the
Design:
highlighting their argument, demonstrating
research questions, the student’s ability to Qualitative,
methods, findings, and communicate research Quantitative,
conclusions.) findings effectively. and Mixed
Methods
16.2 Course review and 16.2 Students can reflect on • Course Reflection • Evidence: The reflective Reflective Approaches.
discussion of key takeaways. the key concepts and methods Essay. (Task: essay will show students' i,h a,b,d,e Practice Chapter 12.
Students will write a ability to synthesize and
learned throughout the course.
reflective essay on the reflect on their learning
key concepts, experience, demonstrating
methods, and insights preparedness for Bryman, A.
they gained throughout advanced research. (2015). Social
the course, Research
considering how they Comprehensi Methods.
will apply these in ve Chapter 20.
future research.) • Evidence: The final exam a,c,d,e,f a,b,c,d,e,f, Understandin
will assess the student’s g
g
• Comprehensive Final overall understanding and
16.3 Students can prepare for Exam. (Task: The final application of the course
16.3 Preparing for future advanced research in political exam will cover all the content, providing
research in political science. science. topics discussed evidence of their
throughout the course, competency in political
including theoretical data analysis.
concepts, research Commitment
methodologies, and to Excellence:
applied analysis.)

Total: 54 hours

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Course Evaluation

Course Requirements:

1. Attendance
2. Reporting (Individual and Group Reporting)
3. Actual Debating (Per Group)
4. Face-to-face class Participation during Discussion and Brainstorming (Individual and Group Participation)
5. Film Watching
6. Photocopies for Reading Materials (Online Journals, Research, Dissertations, Existing Policies)
7. Project/Compilation (Research Proposal, Policy Briefs, Reflection papers, assignments, quizzes, and visual aids compiled in a color-coded folder with a fastener)
8. Examination (Midterm and Final Examination)

Grading System:

1. Attendance 10%
2. Quizzes, 10%
3. Assignment 10%
4. Class participation (Individual & Group Participation) 10%
5. Project, Reporting, Hand-outs 20%
6. Examination(Midterm & Final Examination) 40%
100%

CS -Class Standing
MTE -Midterm Examination
FTE -Final Term Examination
FTG -Final Term Grade
FG -Final Grade

Transmutation of Grades- 0-40

Computation:

MTG= CS+MTE FTG= CS+ TFG FG=MTG+FTG

2 2 2

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Schedule of Examination:

Midterm - October 16-18, 2024

Final - December 11-13, 2024

Classes End - December 21, 2024

References:

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4.Box-Steffensmeier, J.M., Brady, H.E., & Collier, D. (2018). The Oxford Handbook of Political Methodology. Oxford University Press.

5. Bryman, A. (2015). Social Research Methods. Chapters 2-3.

6. Bryman, A. (2015). Social Research Methods. Chapters 5-6.

7. Bryman, A. (2015). Social Research Methods. Chapters 10-11.

8. Bryman, A. (2015). Social Research Methods. Chapter 13.

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10.Bryman, A. (2015). Social Research Methods. Chapter 20.

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32. Kline, R.B. (2015). Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling. Chapters 3-4.

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Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved:

ALMIRA A. BONIEL, LPT, MA PS ANNA ROSE T. MARCELINO, LPT, MPA JEANNIE A. ROMANO, PhD
Faculty-Pol Sci Department Chairperson-PolSci Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

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