Earlier I wrote a blog about how I really liked Pollock’s book, because the directions were step-by-step, they were super easy  to follow, there were lots of pictures, and even videos to watch if you get really  lost. This still hold true. I do not mind going through the chapters and learning what Pollock has to teach because it is interactive and I am learning a lot. Basically, the opportunity cost pans out and so although no one truly likes school work it is one of more favorite assignments to do this semester.

On the other hand though, you have the Thyne book. I understand that the book is not as instructive and has more conceptual things in it, but it  sucks in comparison. The chapters are short and they do nicely outline/bold what the key concepts are, so that part is nice. What I don’t like  is  Thyne treats the information like word vomit he  goes a lot of complex information, very quickly, and with little detail and just say this is important to know. I found this to be especially  true with the Chapter 11 reading. He stated, “Understanding rival factors is absolutely critical to understanding how we go about testing hypotheses in political science.” I can’t say for something so critical that I understand it well after this chapter. Also, he  mentions how important it is to tell the truth and  the whole truth and manipulation and everything else, but then is like you didn’t get the whole truth from this chapter. I know I don’t want to read super long chapters, but at the same time after reading I do not have a   good grasp on chapter 11 concepts.