Counterfactuals and Causal Inference
- 499 pages
- 18 hours of reading
This new edition aims to convince social scientists to take a counterfactual approach to the core questions of their fields.
Analytical Methods for Social Research Series
This series delves into the empirical and formal methods crucial for social science research. It offers deep insights into the theoretical underpinnings of analytical techniques and their practical application in research. Volumes cover a broad scope across disciplines, as well as specific methodological applications in fields like political science, sociology, and public health. It serves students and researchers seeking advanced knowledge in social sciences and statistics.
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Computational Social Science
- 337 pages
- 12 hours of reading
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Spatial Analysis for the Social Sciences
- 259 pages
- 10 hours of reading
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Time Series Analysis for the Social Sciences
- 298 pages
- 11 hours of reading
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Essential Mathematics for Political and Social Research
- 482 pages
- 17 hours of reading
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