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SOC-4204: Applied Research

Description: Stresses differences between applied research and other methodologies. Examines the topics, purposes, problems, theories, and methods appropriate for applied research. Explores ethical and political issues prevalent in applied settings. Includes qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methodologies. Emphasis on survey construction and administration, experimental designs, evaluation research, and participatory action research as used by applied researchers. Includes data analysis and issues of presenting applied research to lay audiences.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: SOC-3204 and STAT-3604

Required By: N/A

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 2

Average GPA: 3.42 (A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 56.25%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.00%

Heidi M Williams202057.1%35.7%0.0%7.1%0.0%0.0%3.431
Shannon E Bell202162.5%31.3%0.0%0.0%6.3%0.0%3.421

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