Updated: 8/23/09
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SYA 4300: METHODS OF
SOCIAL RESEARCH
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This is a required course
for the Sociology major. It provides a basic introduction to research
methods in the social sciences. We examine the steps of the research
process, the methods commonly used in social research, and the
development of a research proposal. At the end of this course students
will have an understanding of key concepts and methods in social
research.
Additional course readings
may be posted on the
library’s electronic course reserves (Ares). These can be accessed via:
https://ares.uflib.ufl.edu/
GRADE SCALE:
A (93+), A- (90-92)
B+ (87-89), B (83-86), B- (80-82)
C+ (77-79), C (73-76), C- (70-72)
D+ (67-69), D (63-66), D- (60-62), E (below
60)
GENERAL POLICIES:
If you have a question or something is unclear ASK or EMAIL
me.
Turn off cell phones and other electronic devices before
entering the classroom.
Class members are expected to complete all reading
assignments on
a weekly basis.
Class members are responsible for all material presented and
announcements made in class.
Doctor’s notes presented as documentation of absences will
only be acceptable for the date(s) specified by the note. In most cases
ongoing medical treatment is not an acceptable excuse for not attending
class.
Class participation is encouraged but disruptive
participation will not be tolerated. Examples of disruptive
participation include private conversations with other class members,
asking questions to get attention, cell phone use/messaging, reading
the Independent Alligator, chewing tobacco, and clipping fingernails.
All members of the UF community are expected to abide by the
Honor Code, meaning that we "pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to
the highest standards of honesty and integrity." Any academic
dishonesty (e.g., plagiarism; giving or
receiving assistance during an exam; falsification, forgery or
alternation of academic records or documentation regarding missed
classes) may result in an “F” and/or dismissal from the course.
The Student Honor Code can be reviewed online through the Dean of Students Office
under "Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution."
Students with disabilities that require classroom
accommodation need to register with the Dean of Students Office. The
Disability Resource Office of the Dean of Students Office will provide
documentation to show when
requesting accommodation.
