| Weeks | Topics |
| 1 |
What is science. How to scientific knowledge is obtained.
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| 2 |
Topics and objectives of the natural sciences and the social sciences.
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| 3 |
The methods and approaches to scientific thinking
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| 4 |
Process of the scientific method
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| 5 |
Types of scientific research
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| 6 |
Defining the problem, review of the literature,preparation of hypothesis.
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| 7 |
Methodology of political science debates.
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| 8 |
Research population and sampling; determination of variables
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| 9 |
Research techniques
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| 10 |
Mid-term exam
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| 11 |
Data collection, analysis and interpreration.
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| 12 |
How to prepare a report in scientific research
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| 13 |
Referencing techniques
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| 14 |
Results and evaluation.
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