Course Description
Topics include the function of theory in research, concept formation, study design, data collection, and analysis strategies. Prerequisite: One sociology course or permission of instructor; Notes: SOC majors only.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
Apply the principles of the scientific research process by formulating research questions, selecting appropriate research methods, developing sampling strategies, and identifying data collection approaches.
Develop and write a research proposal that integrates a research question, research design, sampling strategy, and data collection plan.
Evaluate social science research by assessing their scientific merits, including their research design, measurement, sampling, data collection, analysis, and conclusions.
Course Grading Information:
Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
Weekly Asynchronous Discussion Board | 20% |
Weekly Online Test Assignments | 40% |
Midterm Assessments (2) Midterm Assessment 1: Test Midterm Assessment 2: Research Proposal | 20% |
Final Assessment | 20% |
Grade Conversion Table
Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
94-100 | A |
90-93 | A- |
87-89 | B+ |
84-86 | B |
80-83 | B- |
77-79 | C+ |
74-76 | C |
70-73 | C- |
67-69 | D+ |
65-66 | D |
below 65 | F |
Attendance/Participation:
In this online course, you are responsible to complete all online lectures and actively participate in the weekly assignments, discussions, and learning activities provided in each online module.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.