Models of Social Science Research
SOCIOL 1128
Subject & Catalog Number
Course Information
Description
How do social scientists know what they know? This course strives to address that question by introducing students to the research methods used by sociologists and social scientists to understand the world around them. Key topics covered in this course include: 1) How to link social theory with empirical inquiry; 2) How to identify the relative strengths and weaknesses of different methodological approaches, such as surveys, experiments, ethnography, and in-depth interviewing; 3) How to critically understand and evaluate the claims made by social scientists about their research findings; 4) How to match research questions with appropriate methodological approaches; and 5) How to conceptualize and design a research project. Students should leave the course with the ability to evaluate and design empirical research about the social world.
Course Notes
Required of Sociology concentrators and secondary concentrators. Normally taken sophomore year. Formerly taught as Sociology 128
Class Notes
Students should enroll in a timed section when registering. If you enroll in the placeholder section (SOCIOL 1128.DIS, time and date TBA) you are not guaranteed a spot in the course.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
NOTE: This course requires additional sections; you will be prompted to choose secondary components during the Add to Cart process
