Misc.Research Methods

Theories & PerspectivesSociology 101Key

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He applied methods of science to study of

society(Referred to this as

“positivism”)

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Sociologist who conducted early studies

on racism and inequality; focused on social reform

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Originator of the conflict theory who focused on economic disparities

within society

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Coined the term sociological imagination

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Succeeded in getting sociology recognized as

its own discipline

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Sociology developed as its own field of study

during which historical era?

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A sociologist who focuses on how supply and

demand impacts societal groups is studying which

social science?

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Sociology is the study of _____________________

and_____________________

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Use of the sociological imagination allows for a

connection between _________________

and_________________

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Max Weber employed a concept based around a set of essential characteristics

existing for a part of society. This concept is referred to as

the ___________

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Symbols are analyzed most when viewing

societal groups through the _______________

perspective.

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This view of society suggests that it is made up of interchangeable

parts

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FINAL QUESTION

Use of __________________ would allow an individual to make a connection between the Civil Rights Era and an individual who is offended by a racist joke told in an office setting

This sociological perspective is one that is focused around everyday aspects of social life and studies tend to focus on

small groups

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The unintended consequence of an action taken by a

structure (group) of society is referred to as…

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Statement that seeks to explain problems,

actions, or behaviors

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In an experimental study designed to determine

how negative reinforcement impacts kindergarten student’s

behavior, the independent variable is…

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Which research method allows for the

manipulation of variables in order to determine

cause and effect?

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In an experiment studying the effect of a new medication on

intelligence.

•100 individuals are divided into two groups

– 50 given the medication– 50 are given a placebo

The group receiving the placebo is the ________________

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What is one advantage of using participant

observation?

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Empirical means…

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Which of the following is an unethical action taken by a

researcher?

A.Conducting a survey of only males

B.Misleading an individual regarding the reason for your presence

C.Conducting an experiment on a group of pregnant women

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If one wishes to avoid the guinea-pig effect, which type of research method would be best to study an

individual/group?

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Durkheim’s studies in suicide rates led to what

determination about individuals with fewer

social ties?

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What are the 3 main aspects of the

ASA’s Code of Ethics

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