SS10.S.2

Social Studies (2010) Grade(s): 09-12 - Sociology

SS10.S.2
Explain methods and tools of research used by sociologists to study human society, including surveys, polls, statistics, demographic information, case studies, participant observations, and program evaluations.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:

The methods for collecting qualitative and quantitative data.
How sociologists use the scientific method differently and similarly to other social scientists.
How to calculate and interpret simple statistics related to sociological research methodologies.

Skills

Students are able to:

Conduct quantitative and qualitative research demonstrations.
Describe different research methodologies used by sociologists.
Compute simple statistical calculations using data collected in ways that mirror methods used by sociologists.

Understanding

Students understand that:

It is important to use scientific methodology to study sociological phenomena.
There are specific steps for collecting and interpreting data using qualitative and quantitative research methods.
There are differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Vocabulary

surveys
polls
statistics
demographic information
case studies
participant observations
program evaluations
qualitative research
quantitative research

Aligned Learning Resources

Sociology & the Scientific Method: Crash Course Sociology #3

Sociology Research Methods: Crash Course Sociology #4

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