Objectives and outcomes:

The course aims to learn about the basic concepts of social research, various components of research and the usage of various methodologies while conducting research on different issues. This course will describe the key components of social research, allow students to develop skills and knowledge about quantitative and qualitative social research and identify criteria used to evaluate the quality of social research.

Recommended Books

      1.   Babbie, Earl (2012). “The Practice of Social Research”. 13th edition Belmont, California:  Wordsworth.

      2.   Neuman William Lawrence. (2011) Social Research Methods 7th edition.  Allyn and Eacon

      3.  Social Science Research: Principles, Methods, and Practices Anol Bhattacherjee

      4.  Research Methodology  Ranjit Kumar

Timings: 

Monday  2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Thursday  1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Assesment Criteria

Assignments: 6

Presentation: 6

Participation:  8

Mid Term: 30

Final exam: 50

RULES AND REGULATIONS

• Punctuality
• Everyone feels free to express their viewpoint and ask questions during class without fear of incivility or rudeness from others.
• Seeking help when needed
• Offering feedback when appropriate
• Preferences for student participation (e.g., raising hands and waiting to be called on vs. jumping in the discussion)
• 80% class attendance
• Keeping up with the readings