SOC 0290 - RESEARCH METHODS, DSGN, & APPL SOC.

Institution:

Rosemont College

Subject:

Description:

The course will focus on performing and evaluating research in Sociology, including validity/reliability, and the development and assessment of outcome measures. The course will examine scales of social measurement and tools needed to summarize research results. Interviewing, socio-metrics, participant observation, document and content analysis, census data, and trend line analysis will be explored. Through a study of research methodologies, students learn how to select and execute an appropriate research design, how to employ valid procedures in collecting and evaluating data, and synthesizing applications. The course will prepare students to read research in their field. Application of present technology and database usage will be reviewed. Applications to Sociological Practice and Interventions will be emphasized.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

SOC 0100 or POI.

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.rosemont.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 527-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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