Research Methods: Generating and Investigating Research Problems

Students explore the fundamental concepts for generating and investigating research problems and examine methods for basic and applied research. The course emphasizes theory construction and includes data gathering, using research techniques such as interviews, questionnaires, observation, and content analysis. Students examine issues of measurement and causal reasoning. Students design a small study based on a real-world issue after discussing the research problem with a client.

Prerequisite: SOC 4320 Statistics for Social Sciences or instructor’s permission.

Section 1 Key Number 06088

Term: Winter
Dates: 1/5 to 3/28
Instructor: Staff
Campus: Boston
Cost: $903.00
Schedule:
  Mon 5:50-7:50, Location TBD