Major stages of the sociological research process

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MAJOR STAGES OF THE SOCIOLOGICAL RESEARCH PROCESS

Drawing a Conclusion

Whether the hypothesis was confirmed

Criteria of Causality

No better explanation of dependent-independent variables relation

No spurious relations between variables

Casual order problem

Independent and dependent variables must be statistically related

Analyzing Data

Complex operations are oftenly used, the accuracy of data is very important at this step

Sampling

It is important to conduct sampling conscienciously in order to obtain the most accurate result

Measuring Variables and Gathering Data

Data can be quantitative and qualitative, which mailnly depends on the purpose of research

Formulating a Hypothesis

hypothesis is a statement of the relationship between two variables concerning the units of analysis the researcher is studying.

Conducting a Literature Review

To determine the level of originality and usefulness to the field of study

Choosing a research topic

Based on the interest of the researcher (theoretical, personal, social policy)