Doing Sociology : Case Studies in Sociological Practice.
Title:
Doing Sociology : Case Studies in Sociological Practice.
Author:
Ayres, Susan.
ISBN:
9780739139783
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (206 pages)
Contents:
Contents -- Preface -- Ch01. An Introduction to DoingSociology -- Ch02. Doing Sociology Worldwide -- Ch03. The Role of Theory inSociological Practice -- Ch04. Clinical Sociology -- Ch05. If Crime Is the Problem, IsCommunity or Problem SolvingPolicing the Solution? -- Ch06. Issues in CriminalJustice Evaluation -- Ch07. Evaluation in Education -- Ch08. Community ResearchTactics and Social Change -- Ch09. Free-Range Humans -- Ch10. Communal Living -- Ch11. Blending Sociologywith Federal Funding -- Ch12. Automating Dillman's TotalDesign Methodology (TDM)for Mail Questionnaires -- Ch13. Surveying HealthCare Providers -- Ch14. Ethics and Values inSociological Practice -- Index.
Abstract:
This successor to the well-known Using Sociology covers standard topics found in any sociology textbook. Doing Sociology walks lay readers through the steps of doing real-life sociological practices as conducted by experts in the field. Readable, relevant, and accessible, it is an invaluable resource as a standalone course reader or as a supplement to a traditional textbook.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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