[ss21] Survey Design and Estimation (SDE)

4-day block course in the semester break

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Course summary: The social survey is a research tool of fundamental importance across a range of disciplines and is widely used in applied research and as evidence to inform policy making. This course considers the process of conducting a survey, with an emphasis on practical aspects of survey design and implementation, as well as estimation. The course will introduce students to the basic principles of survey design that are used in large-scale surveys. The course will also provide an introduction to key elements of conducting a survey, including procedures in sample design, alternative modes of data collection, questionnaire design, sources of error, and key statistical concepts in estimation.

This is a block course (four days), the course language is English.

Registration key / Einschreibeschlüssel: SDE2021LMU