IPSA-USP
Concepts, Methods and Techniques in
Political Science, Public Policy
and International Relations
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Faculty:
Lorena Barberia, University of São Paulo
Glauco Peres da Silva, University of São Paulo
Jonathan Phillips, University of São Paulo
Teaching Assistant:
Thiago Moreira, Texas A&M University
The tools of mathematics are designed to simplify key concepts and connections vital to many research methods, but often it can feel intimidating and create a barrier to understanding what researchers are really talking about. This core foundational course is designed to simplify key concepts and increase your confidence in breaking down notation and equations into simple chunks.
This foundational course will involve targeted refresher training to provide you with the skills you need to excel at all the other courses offered in the IPSA-USP Summer School. Combining simple explanations by experienced teachers, new pedagogical tools, and plenty of opportunities to practice yourself, the course will greatly improve your ability to get the most out of the subsequent courses offered in the Summer School.
There are no prerequisites for this course.
