Sociology 291 - Methods of Empirical Investigation

Institution:

Grinnell College

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Description:

Also listed as Anthropology 291. An overview of the research process in social science, focusing on problems of research design, techniques of sampling, methods of data collection, principles of measurement, problems of inference and proof, basic methods of data analysis, and ethical considerations. Prerequisite: Sociology 111; and Mathematics 115, or 209 (preferred), or 336; or permission of the instructor. STAFF.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.grinnell.edu

Phone Number:

(641) 269-4000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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