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Exploring Research and Statistical Methods
The books and websites on this page can help you understand, design, and do research in Sociology.
If you need more information, try searching our catalog using terms like:
- social research methods
- social sciences methodology
- statistics sampling
- social surveys.
Looking for Examples of Research?
The place to find actual pieces of original research (empirical studies) is in journal articles. They will include examples of different research methodologies.
Find journal articles by searching our Journal Databases.
Websites
- Augsburg College Institutional Review BoardIn order to protect research subjects, all human research must have prior review and approval. Look here for information about Augsburg's Institutional Review Board, including procedures, deadlines, and forms.
- Research Methods Knowledge BaseSee this online textbook for research methods, including basic foundations, sampling, measurement, design, analysis, and writing up results.
Reference Sources
A Supplementary Dictionary of Social Research Methods by Call Number: View EbookPublication Date: 2015
The SAGE Encyclopedia of Social Science Research Methods by Call Number: Reference H62 .S34 2004 v. 1–3Find both quick descriptions and in-depth explanations of research methods topics.
The SAGE Encyclopedia of Qualitative Research Methods by Call Number: Reference H61 .S234 2008 v. 1–2Learn about core concepts and techniques in qualitative research, including research design and planning, theory, ethics, data coding, research dissemination, and much more.
The SAGE Handbook of Qualitative Research by Call Number: Reference H62 .H2455 2005Explore contemporary and long-standing issues in the theory and practice of qualitative research with dozens of in-depth essays.
Encyclopedia of Survey Research Methods by Call Number: Reference HN29 .E53 2008 v. 1–2Find comprehensive information and methodological examples from the field of survey research (using questionnaires or statistical surveys to gather data).
Designing and Conducting Survey Research: A Comprehensive Guide by Call Number: Reference HA31.2 .R43 2005This in-depth, practical guide explains all the major components of survey research.
Encyclopedia of Measurement and Statistics by Call Number: Reference HA29 .S2363 2007 v. 1–3Find accessible overviews and in-depth explanations of measurement and statistics concepts and terms.
Dictionary of Statistics & Methodology: A Nontechnical Guide for the Social Sciences by Call Number: Reference HA17 .V64 2005Find easy-to-understand, short definitions for statistics terms and techniques.