SOCI 619 - Doctoral Seminar in Sociological Research I

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University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Grazian, Jacobs, Schnittker. The primary goal of this course is to aid sociology graduate students in the framing, writing and revising of their dissertation proposals, as well as provide a forum for the presentation of their research progress. In the first semester, we will focus on the development of a topic of study and a central set of research questions, with emphasis given to the set of theoretical issues relevant to the selected topic. In the second semester, emphasis will shift to the selection of data and methods necessary for addressing these questions. A second goal of this course is to assist in the acquisition of professional skills necessary for success in the acedemic world. In both semesters, attention will be given to a number of practical issues confronting advanced graduate students, including: 1) completing field examinations; 2) submitting manuscripts for conferences, journals and book publishers; 3) preparing a curriculum vitae; 4) job search strategies; and 5) preparing for effective professional presentations. It is expected that third year graduate students in Sociology will enroll in 619 in the Fall semester, followed by 620 in the Spring.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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