POL 500 6-1 Discussion: Experiments in the Field of Political ScienceExperiments are often used as a methodology for the controlled testing of causal processes. The classical experiment tests the effe

POL 500 6-1 Discussion: Experiments in the Field of Political Science

Experiments are often used as a methodology for the controlled testing of causal processes. The classical experiment tests the effect of an experimental stimulus on a dependent variable through the pretesting and post-testing of experimental and control groups. Like any methodology, experiments have strengths and weaknesses. Identify not only the reasons why experiments are used in political science, but also the drawbacks of such a method.In your response, compare your answers with your peers. Be sure to stress in length the issue of validity (internal and external). Why is validity so important in experiments?

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