POL222 - Observational Studies

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In an observational research design, the researcher:

Does not have control over X

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Two principles of observational studies

Look for as-if random assignment of the treatment variable X.

Rule out confounders by holding “all else” constant.

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Cross-section datasets

Variables measured across several spatial units at one time period

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Examples of cross-section datasets:

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Time-series datasets

Variables measured for one spatial unit over several time periods

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Time-series datasets examples:

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