ERAM 560

Credit: 4 hours.

Provides a graduate-level introduction to education policy analysis using quantitative methods. Roughly equal amounts of class time will be devoted to 1) understanding conceptual frameworks for conducting policy analysis; 2) understanding on a conceptual level the basics of quantitative methods commonly used in policy analysis; and 3) applying those frameworks and methods to the analysis of actual policies. Students will conduct an analysis of a policy issue of their choosing.

4 graduate hours. No professional credit. Prerequisite: EPSY 580.