SOC 425 - Research Methods

(3 units) CO14

Major techniques and problems encountered in both quantitative and qualitative research in the social sciences.

Prerequisite(s): SOC 101; Junior or Senior standing.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. define and explain the fundamental building blocks of social-scientific research including types of theoretical explanations, conceptualization and measurement, and probability vs. non probability-based samples.
2. critically evaluate the design and ethical implications of social-scientific research studies.
3. formulate and articulate an original research question and/or hypothesis that can be translated into a researchable design.
4. create a complete research proposal including an introduction, literature review, formal statement of research question and/or hypothesis, research design, and study strengths and limitations.

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