Research Methods in the Introductory Course: To Be or Not to Be?.

Markham, William T.

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Publication Date: 1991

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Research Methods in the Introductory Course: To Be or Not to Be?

Markham, William T.

Teaching Sociology, v19 n4 p464-71 Oct 1991

Argues that introductory sociology students need to be familiar with the basics of the entire research process and able to spot simple research errors. Urges teachers to devote time to teaching research methods, assign homework, and include research methods instruction throughout the course. Recommends use of extended research examples and well-chosen computer software. (DK)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Course Content, Courseware, Higher Education, Homework, Instructional Materials, Introductory Courses, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Social Science Research, Sociology, Teaching Methods, Undergraduate Students

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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