Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

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PSCI 0213

QualitativeMethods in Poli Sci

Qualitative Methods in Political Science
This seminar offers a broad introduction to qualitative methodology with a focus on comparative methods for the analysis of a relatively small number of cases (small-n). This course will enable students to create and critique qualitative research designs in political science. The course focuses on recent methodological writings and includes several substantive examples from various subfields. Topics covered include causal inference, case studies, cross-case comparison, typological theory, case selection, process tracing, counterfactual analysis, and set theory. We will also discuss approaches to multi-method research and the use of mixed methods in political science. 3 hrs. lect. (Methods)/
Subject:
Political Science
Department:
Political Science
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
DED
Equivalent Courses:

Sections

Spring 2025

PSCI0213A-S25 Lecture (Verghese)

Fall 2024

PSCI0213A-F24 Lecture (Teets)

Spring 2024

PSCI0213A-S24 Lecture (Teets)

Fall 2023

PSCI0213A-F23 Lecture (Gumuscu)

Spring 2023

PSCI0213A-S23 Lecture (Verghese)

Fall 2022

PSCI0213A-F22 Lecture (Teets)

Spring 2022

PSCI0213A-S22 Lecture (Stroup)

Fall 2021

PSCI0213A-F21 Lecture (Verghese)

Spring 2021

PSCI0213A-S21 Lecture (Verghese)

Spring 2005

PSCI0213A-S05 Lecture (Johnson)