Sociology: Social Research Methods (A)

About SOC 2500 A

Introduction to research methods in social science. Includes examination of research design, measurement, data collection, data analysis, and the presentation and theoretical interpretation of research findings. Prerequisites: STAT 1050, STAT 1110, STAT 1410, or higher; three hours of Sociology or Political Science; minimum Sophomore standing. Cross-listed with: POLS 2800.

Notes

Prereqs enforced by the system: STAT 1110, 1410, or 1050; Also acceptable: Three hours of SOC or POLS; Minimum Sophomore standing; Cross listed with POLS 2800 A ; Total enrollment= 30 PACE students with permission and override System waitlisting enabled for this section

Section Description

In this class, students will learn quantitative and qualitative data analysis through a hands-on approach. Specifically, students will learn how to transform theory into empirical measures within the scope of a general research context. The main skill that students will learn is operationalization, with side quests in survey design, conducting observations, conducting interviews, producing descriptive and inferential statistics, and producing data visualizations. Emphasis will be on learning and practicing analysis skills during class, as well as building emotional endurance when data wrangling goes awry. Major assessments will involve completing reading checks, Stata program logs, exams, and short, in-class writing assignments.

Section Expectation

Students will receive ample support as they travel up the learning curve required for both data analysis and Stata programming. However, in order to receive support, attending and BEING attentive in class is required.

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