POLS 3314-003
Homework 1
Concepts and Measurement
Select
one concepts from the list below and work it through the process of
developing a conceptual definition, an operational definition, and addressing
potential measurement error issues. If you identify that a concept is
multidimensional, you must refine it to an appropriate subdimension (i.e., from
liberalism to economic liberalism). As you edit the document, keep the formatting
neat and your answers distinct.
political knowledge
democracy
unconventional political participation
conservatism or liberalism
corruption
globalization
power
nationalism
political violence
Step 1 - Conceptual
Is the concept simple, complicated, or multidimensional? If the latter, what are the various dimensions and with which will you proceed?
How does the concept vary?
To what levels of analysis could the concept apply? What unit of analysis are you selecting?
Use the template provided in the book to generate a strong conceptual definition.
