Social Science Research Methods
Social Science Research Methods. HHG4M Ms. Prouty. Read “What the experts say” on pg.5. Change creates new research opportunities. Identify something from the article that could be a topic of social science research. 1 Summarize the 8 social science research methods. 2
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Social Science Research Methods HHG4M Ms. Prouty
Read “What the experts say” on pg.5. Change creates new research opportunities. Identify something from the article that could be a topic of social science research. 1 • Summarize the 8 social science research methods. 2 • Define: scientific method; hypothesis; quantitative research; qualitative research. 1 • Make note of “The Research Process” on page 11. 2 Introduce yourself to Social Science Research
5. Explain the terms primary and secondary research 2 6. How can one identify opinion verses fact? 3 7. Take the “Quick Quiz” on page16 3 8. Summarize Organizing Your Research Presentation found on page 17 4 9. What is informed consent? Why is it important to your research? 3 Cont.
Through brainstorming and preliminary research, identify a question that will focus your inquiry. • Focusing means going from broad to more narrow. • Research questions should be open-ended (you cannot answer with a simple yes or no). Defining the Question
You can gather data using primary and/or secondary research and/or sources.
One or more of the eight research methods could be used. • Observation • Participatory Observation • Personal Interview • Phenomenology • Survey • Historical Research • Official Statistics • Review of Literature • Which methods are primary research methods and which are secondary research methods?
Observation • Participatory Observation • Personal Interview • Phenomenology • Survey • Historical Research • Official Statistics • Review of Literature • Which is the best method to test your hypothesis? • Does your research question lead you to a particular research method? Selecting a Research Method
Your first step: • http://homer.ugdsb.on.ca/norwell/library.aspx • What now? • Use Google wisely, and with caution • Read Wikipedia for a backgrounder, but then go to Wikipedia's sources Where can I find resources?