Sociology 320 - Spring 2007

Assignments

Assignments*

#1  Analytical essay, "Cause and Effect in the Study of Social Problems," Thurs., Feb. 1 [link]

#2  Critical analysis, "American Community Survey Data for the Tri-Cities, WA Area," Thurs., Feb. 15 [link]

#3  Preliminary research paper, qualitative research, Tues., Mar. 20 [link]

#4  Review essay, Sidewalk or Body and Soul, Tues., May 1 (as part of Final Exam) [link]

#5  Narrative report, quantitative research, w/ tables & charts as appropriate, Thurs., Apr. 19 [link]

* All assignments are in the form of essays/ narrative reports. They should be well-written, typed, double-spaced, 12 pt. type, plus cover sheet. Due at the beginning of class on the dates specified.

Research practicA

#1  Survey Research Practicum, Tues., Feb. 13 [link]

#2  Field Research Practicum, Thurs., Feb. 21-25 [link]

#3  Historical Research Practicum, Thurs., Mar. 1 [link]

Lab Sessions (Instructional Computer Lab)

#1  Review SPSS basics; explore ICPSR, Thurs., Mar. 22

#2  Secondary datasets, Thurs., Mar. 29

#3  Quantitative data analysis: description, Thurs., Apr. 5

#4  Quantitative data analysis: correlation, Thurs., Apr. 12
 

last updated March 27, 2007