SO 330 - Research Methods

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

Examines the notion of paradigms, the relationship of theory to empirical work, the formulation of hypotheses, questionnaire construction and multi-method research. Introduction to the major quantitative and qualitative research methods, including survey research, ethnography, interviewing and content analysis. A class project gives the student hands-on experience to aid in the development of the required individual research projects. Prerequisites: SO101, one additional SO or AN course and MA/PY 141.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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