X explain how theories reflect and affect the historical and cultural context in which they developed. X X describe major theories in selected substantive areas of sociology. X X X formulate empirical research questions. X X identify materials, research, and data relevant to research questions. X identify major methodological approaches and describe the general role of methods in building sociological knowledge.
X X explain and apply basic statistical principles and techniques.
X X evaluate statistical information and analyses. X design and carry out a research project. X X X critically assess empirical research of others. Basic concepts in sociology and their interrelationships. The sociology major should be able to explain basic concepts such as culture, roles, norms, social structure, social institution, socialization, and stratification.