Case Selection Strategies in Political Methodology Research

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This exam assesses the understanding and application of case selection strategies in political research, focusing on their implications for research validity and outcomes.

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Exam Details

Duration: 35 minutes

Prerequisites: Introduction To Political Science, Research Design, Comparative Politics

Key Topics

Case Selection Criteria
Qualitative Cases
Quantitative Cases
Research Validity
Bias Identification

Learning Outcomes

Articulate Case Selection Rationale
Analyze Case Selection Biases
Discuss Methodological Implications
Evaluate Research Validity

Full Description

This exam reviews case selection strategies within political methodology, discussing criteria for selecting cases in both qualitative and quantitative research.

Case selection is pivotal in ensuring the validity and generalizability of research findings. The strategic choice of cases can impact theoretical advancements and empirical conclusions significantly.

Candidates will be assessed on their ability to verbally articulate various case selection strategies, the rationale behind them, and their implications for political analysis.

Further discussions could involve the identification of challenges and biases that may arise during the case selection process.

Sample Questions

How does case selection influence the outcomes of qualitative research?
What criteria should be prioritized when selecting cases for comparative analysis?

Field: Social Sciences

Subfield: Political Science

Specialization: Political Methodology

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