SOAN 301 - Social Science Research and Writing

4 credits
Engages students in building research, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary to succeed in upper division coursework in anthropology and sociology and to achieve professional goals. Fosters an understanding of the stages in the research process, including literature review, research design, data gathering, and analysis. Emphasizes the ability to effectively communicate analysis from anthropological and sociological perspectives. Should be taken prior to the senior year. Prerequisite(s): USEM 103 or equivalent; SOAN 204 or SOC 204, SOAN 205 or SOC 205, SOAN 211 or ANTH 211, SOAN 213 or ANTH 213, or SOAN 214 or ANTH 214. Restricted to Sociology and Anthropology majors or those pursuing certificates or interdisciplinary majors that include Sociology and Anthropology. Grading option designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.