SOCI 485: RS: Sociological Analysis and Practice

SOCI 485-001: RS: Sociological Analysis/Practice
(Fall 2022)

01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW

Innovation Hall 133

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Section Information for Fall 2022

This capstone experience will introduce students to the process of conducting original sociological research. Students will collect, analyze, and write-up research data to answer both qualitative and quantitative questions about the social world. This class will emphasize a learning-by-doing approach to best prepare students to conduct independent research. This course is a Research Synthesis Course and fulfills the Mason Core Requirement for Capstone and Writing Intensive Course. 

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Provides an in-depth examination of historical and contemporary issues facing sociological scholars. Focuses on the philosophies, practices, and procedures used by individuals and organizations to answer sociological questions. Engages a variety of materials, experiences and resources to answer a specific research question. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Capstone
Specialized Designation: Research/Scholarship Intensive, Writing Intensive in Major
Recommended Prerequisite: SOCI 303.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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