Data Analysis (302/564)

This course introduces students to the logic and techniques of secondary data analysis in social research. It focuses on four topics: (1) how to formulate research problems based on critical literature review; (2) how to turn research problems into research hypotheses that are empirically testable; (3) how to test research hypotheses through statistical analysis of survey data; and finally (4) how to present research findings in oral as well as written form. Through hands-on practices, students will develop skills for literature review, hypothesis formulation, statistical analysis, and the presentation of research findings.