Objectivity, Values, and Social Policy
Students will examine the role of values in sociological research and the relationship between sociology and social policy. They will debate whether value-free sociology is possible or desirable.
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Students will examine the role of values in sociological research and the relationship between sociology and social policy. They will debate whether value-free sociology is possible or desirable.
Key Questions
- Is it possible for sociological research to be entirely objective?
- Should sociologists actively try to influence social policy?
- How do political ideologies shape the funding and focus of research?
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