Students gain an understanding of the role the individual and group plays in promoting a consciousness for cultural diversity. Through their explorations, students are able to make informed career and life choices. Students gain an understanding of the critical social psychological factors contributing to individual behavior. Theoretical and methodological approaches, focused on the interpretation of patterns of social behavior, are reviewed and assessed. An understanding of quantitative and qualitative research procedures is acquired through a review of statistical and qualitative measurement procedures.
Students explore different phases of the research process with emphasis on literature reviews.
The design of a research proposal is begun. SOCI 4131 Students gain a working knowledge of the processes by which surveys and case studies are conceptualized and conducted. They review the literature on a topical question and complete the design of a research proposal prior to conducting the research.