Statistic and Mathematic Approach to Spatial Analysis 4208-M1MAP
The lecture is devoted to various quantitative and qualitative techniques suitable for solving particular spatial socio-economic problems. It provides an overview of many modern statistical and econometric methods, from simple indicators and descriptive statistics to advanced economic and econometric models. The core elements of the lecture refer to the introduction of different research techniques through reading and discussing research papers and reports, and showing how application of different methods leads to solving particular problems. The main focus is on practical examples which show how the technique was applied in various cases, both in Poland and abroad. The examples will include the application of the methods for policy evaluations, economic decision-making, forecasting socio-economic phenomena, and many other practical applications. Familiarity with those techniques is useful in public administration, consulting, and research institutions.
Type of course
Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
(1) Characterises the most important quantitative methods used in regional studies (K_W06). (2) Describes the techniques and tools of data acquisition and the modelling of spatial processes in the field of regional studies and spatial development (K_W06). (3) Specifies the examples of application and the strengths and weaknesses of various quantitative methods used in regional studies and spatial development (K_W06).
Abilities and skills:
(1) Selects the techniques and quantitative methods that can help in solving the specific problems in the field of regional development and spatial development (K_U02). (2) Uses the appropriate software and the statistical and econometric packages in order to solve tasks in the field of regional development and spatial development (K_U02). (3) Constructs the quantitative indicators and applies them to the quantitative analysis using specialized software (K_U02).
Social skills:
(1) Plans the research process using various quantitative methods (K_K03). (2) Prepares and implements the individual research project in the field of regional studies, which uses the quantitative methods (K_K05).
Assessment criteria
Evaluation is issued based on results of written examination (100%).
Bibliography
1. W. Starzyńska, Statystyka praktyczna, WN PWN 2005.
2. E. Babbie, Badania społeczne w praktyce, WN PWN 2003.
3. R. Johnson , Elementary statistics, PWS-Kent, 1984.
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