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May 31, 2023

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Edward F. Vacha
Sociology 304: Research Methods
May 21, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Research Methods
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
This course has three components. Each will contribute substantially to your grade. The group project component. This part of the course begins in the sixth week of the semester. The goal is to give you experience using two different research strategies. The first...
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Edward F. Vacha
APPENDIX C: CONSTRUCTING A TABLE
May 21, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Research Methods
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
Tables clarify what you have to say about the data. However, a table must be carefully constructed with clear labels and headings if the reader is to understand it. Notice in the following example the use of headings and subheadings to label the data and categories.
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John Williamson
SOC 703: MULTIVARIATE STATISTICS
May 21, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Research Methods
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
From the major topic headings you will note that we will focus on four statistical procedures: factor analysis, regression analysis, logistic regression, and discriminant analysis. But the course is primarily a course on multiple regression and related procedures....
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Edward Vacha
APPENDIX A: TYPING AND REFERENCE FORMAT
May 21, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Research Methods
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
The following is taken from the American Sociological Association Style Guide. Consult recent issues of the American Journal of Sociology for additional examples.
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Melanie Moore
SOC 660: Research Proposal
May 21, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Research Methods
Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
Your research proposal must be for original and applied research. This is your opportunity to prepare a proposal and get feedback on your work all along the way. Ideally, you should come into this course with a project in mind; it may be for your thesis or research...
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Allan V. Horwitz
Sociology of Mental Disorder
May 20, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Mental Health
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
This course serves as a general introduction to the sociology of mental health and illness. The first half of the course focuses on the basic sociological processes and concepts that underlie the study of mental disorder . It begins by considering the meaning of a...
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Fred Markowitz
Soci-336 Sociology of Mental Health and Illness
May 20, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Mental Health
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
This course provides an overview of the theories and research in the sociology of mental health and illness. Through lecturers, readings, and films, students should gain an understanding of how mental illness is defined and experienced, how it constitutes an...
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William Avison
Advanced Medical Sociology Syllabi
May 20, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Mental Health
Resource Type(s):
Syllabus
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
This seminar will examine social and social psychological factors associated with mental health and illness. The seminar will begin with an overview of epidemiological research. This will include an examination of techniques for measuring psychological distress and...
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John Myers
Mental Health Policy & Service Delivery Mid-Term Assignment
May 20, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Mental Health
Resource Type(s):
Assessment
Class Level(s):
Graduate
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
Your assignment is to prepare written answers to any three of the following items, your answers should reflect the work you have done with our readings and in our class discussions so far. Aim for 2-3 double-spaced pages per question. Please be sure to include a list...
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William Gronfein
Mental Health Illness Final Exam
May 20, 2010
Subject Area(s):
Mental Health
Resource Type(s):
Assessment
Class Level(s):
College 300
Class Size(s):
Any
Abstract:
The Test Prep and Final Exam for Sociology of Mental Illness Syllabi by William Gronfein:
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