4.6
Evaluating Public Opinion Data
Standard 4B
Standard 4B
Public opinion is measured through scientific polling, and the results of public opinion polls influence public policies and institutions.
Learning Objective
Learning Objective
Explain the quality and credibility of claims based on public opinion data.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE
The relationship between scientific polling and elections and policy debates is affected by the:
Importance of public opinion as a source of political influence in a given election or policy debate
Reliability and veracity of public opinion data
Review
Review
Carey LaManna 4.6
Auxiliary Resources
Auxiliary Resources
CBS News: The Diversity Dilemma