Sociology · Year 12 · Sociological Research Methods · 2.º Período
The Research Process and Design
Understanding how sociologists select topics, formulate hypotheses, and operationalise concepts.
National Curriculum Attainment TargetsAQA AS Sociology 3.1.1.3 (The theoretical, practical and ethical considerations)OCR Sociology H180/02 (The research process)
About This Topic
Understanding how sociologists select topics, formulate hypotheses, and operationalise concepts.
Key Questions
- What factors influence a sociologist's choice of research topic?
- How do researchers ensure their sample is representative?
- What is the difference between reliability and validity?