SO 300 - Research Methods

Crosslisted: PS 300

Surveys the range of quantitative (experiments, surveys, etc) and qualitative (observations, interviews, etc) methodologies commonly used in social scientific research. Critically examines issues related to the scientific method including formulating research questions, evaluating social scientific literature, sampling, measurement, design, analysis, interpretation, and communication of results.
Prerequisite(s): An introductory social science class (i.e. SO 141, CJ 100, or SW 205) and (for Social Psychology and Sociology majors- EN 105 and EN 106).
Note:
This course will satisfy the EN 306* requirement for BA in Sociology and BS in Social Psychology majors.

Liberal Education: Professional Writing
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credits: 3