POLI 20
Introduction to Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences


Course Description

This course is an introduction to statistics through applied application within government, politics, and social and behavioral sciences. Students will explore concepts such as central tendency, variability, probability, correlation, and significance tests and test hypotheses through real-life applications. Students will understand and demonstrate the key concepts of descriptive and inferential statistics and methods for scientific analysis as applied within the fields of political science, social science, and behavioral science.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
50149 POLI 20 50Z Seats open No set days TBA-TBA Laura Chin ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2027-04-05 to 2027-06-25.
Footnote:
POLI 20-50Z: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
  • Letter Grade
  • Pass/No Pass

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
Intermediate algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond intermediate algebra.
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