 | Chapter Outline
WHAT IS THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD?
Defining the Problem
Reviewing the Literature
Formulating the Hypothesis
Collecting and Analyzing the Data
Developing the Conclusion
In Summary: The Scientific Method |
| | | MAJOR RESEARCH DESIGNS
Surveys
Research in Action: Polling in Baghdad
Observation
Experiments
Use of Existing Sources
Sociology on Campus: Does Hard Work Lead to Better Grades? |
| | | ETHICS OF RESEARCH
Confidentiality
Research Funding
Value Neutality |
| | | TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Taking Sociology to Work: Dave Eberbach, Research Coordinator, United Way of Central Iowa |
| | | SOCIAL POLICY AND SOCIOLOGICAL RESEARCH: Studying Human Sexuality
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