Explore comparative analysis and itsimportance in the social sciences. You'll learn howto use comparative methods for constructive explanation and theory building and applyit to real-world politics.
An IPSAMOOC Project Course
This intermediate-level course, "Comparative Analysis in Social Sciences," is part of the IPSAMOOC project, a collaborative effort between Federica Weblearning and the International Political Science Association (IPSA). It offers an in-depth exploration of systematic comparative analysis, a crucial method in social sciences research. The course challenges students to consider the value of comparative methods, as highlighted by Emile Durkheim, while also addressing Descartes' skepticism about comparison as a standalone theoretical tool.
While basic quantitative or qualitative methodological training is beneficial, the course is designed to be accessible to participants with limited methodological background. Students from various social science disciplines, including political science, sociology, and international relations, will find the course content relevant and engaging.
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