Destinations
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Chapter 2: Sociological Investigation Destinations |
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1. The U.S. Census Bureau is an outstanding source of existing data. Many sociologists use this government agency as a major source of research data. Go to the Census Bureau website and browse around to see the variety of different forms of data that is available. While you are there, make sure that you review the "Current Economic Indicators."
Consider the sociological implications of the current economic indicators. If the economy sags a bit and the unemployment rate rises, what actually happens to people? What socio-economic trends are underway now? How might these trends affect the lives of real people?
2. Sociological research is a serious enterprise with important ethical obligations. Go to the American Sociological Association website and browse around. While you are there, read the ASA Code of Ethics:
American Sociological Association
Briefly describe the ethical responsiblities of those who conduct sociological research. Do you think that upholding these guidelines is always easy? Why, or why not?
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