SOCI 320W - Social Research Methods

Institution:

Samford University

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Review of methodologies and skills used by sociologists. Introduction to the logic of scientific inquiry, and the relationship between development of theoreticallybased research questions and the process for seeking answers. Focus on two methodologies: 1) qualitative field investigation techniques, such as participant observation and narrative/content analysis; and 2) quantitative techniques such as survey procedures. Introduction to the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS-PC), a software program for statistical analysis. Sociology majors should take this course as early in their academic program as possible. Prereq: SOCI 100 or permission of department chair.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.samford.edu

Phone Number:

(205) 726-2011

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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