Reading Social Research
Studies in Inequalities and Deviance
- Jeffrey C. Dixon - College of the Holy Cross, USA
- Royce A. Singleton, Jr. - College of the Holy Cross, USA
One of the best ways for students to learn about research methods is to read reports of empirical studies.
Sociological Research Methods
Selected journal articles and book excerpts illustrate the relationship between theory and research, the ethical and political dimensions of research, methods of selecting cases and measuring concepts, and various ways of gathering and analyzing data. Organized in 10 units, each unit introduces the methodological topic, provides Web resources related to the topic, presents two reading selections, and then poses questions to assess students' understanding of the researchers' methodology.
Focusing on issues of race/ethnicity, gender, class, and crime and deviance, the readings expose students to substantive topics fundamental to, and at the forefront of, the social sciences. In addition, the readings provide examples of both qualitative and quantitative social research; are rigorous applications of methodological concepts; and are abridged carefully to make them accessible to students.
A very interesting book with strong chapters. However, for our students (teachers SEN), topics that are more related to education would be more informative.
I was able to use a couple of the readings but not all of them.. However I was able to use this in another class I teach as well.
Needed an introductory book specific to social work due to new competency requirements by CSWE.
Review pending
This text will serve as a nice supplement to the methods textbook I currently use.
I needed to broaden their minds
I will put this book on the list of supplemental reading in my lecture course Introduction to Sociology
Great examples of doing research that will compliment lecture and other course materials