Soc 320

Introduction to Social Research:

Critical Perspectives and Real-World Uses

David A. Sonnenfeld, Ph.D.
Washington State University Tri-Cities
Spring 2007, TuTh 2:50-4:05 pm

Office hrs., TBA
tel. 509.372.7375, fax 372.7100
E-mail: crs@tricity.wsu.edu

An introduction to theories and philosophies of social research; sociological methods of data collection, including experimental, survey, qualitative, and quantitative approaches; and critical interpretation of research findings. Students gain hands-on experience collecting and analyzing sociological data, and communicating research findings. Some class sessions and out-of-class assignments involve use of the computer lab and computer-based analytical tools. Required course for Sociology majors and minors. Students from other fields welcome. Prerequisite: Soc 101.

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