Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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GEOG 0339

Practicing Human Geography

Practicing Human Geography
Whether you are planning to do your own research or want to be a more savvy consumer of research produced by others, it is useful to develop an understanding of the process of creating, discovering, and interpreting information about the world. In this course, students will explore quantitative and qualitative methodologies and the ways they can be used in human geography research. Through examples, exercises, and readings, students will learn the types of questions different techniques are designed to answer, how they work, and how to interpret the results. Students will gain hands on experience conducting surveys, generating and interpreting qualitative data, selecting and implementing statistical analyses, and writing research reports, to build competence and critical awareness in the practice and communication of research. (At least one course in geography, AP human geography credit, or instructor approval) 3 hrs. lect./3 hrs. lab
Subject:
Geography
Department:
Geography
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
CW DED

Sections in Spring 2008

Spring 2008

GEOG0339A-S08 Lecture (Nelson)
GEOG0339B-S08 Lecture (Nelson)
GEOG0339Y-S08 Lab (Nelson)
GEOG0339Z-S08 Lab (Nelson)