An introduction to research methods in the social sciences which includes descriptive and inferential statistics, qualitative methods, survey methods, research design, document analysis, special interviewing skills, experimental and quasi-experimental approaches to research, and analytical tools. Students complete a research proposal or research project in their major discipline. Prerequisites: SOC 0100 or SOC 0110 or POI.
Social Science Research studies human behavior. It can be either qualitative (relying on the human experience) or quantitative (using numerical data). Both types of research are actively used by those in fields such as sociology, education, criminology, and more.