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Why Do Sociologists Conduct Research
This document discusses various sociological research methods and concepts. It asks questions about why sociologists conduct research, the differences between qualitative and quantitative methods, and positivist and interpretivist approaches. It also discusses specific research methods like questionnaires, interviews, observation, sampling techniques, longitudinal studies, case studies and more. For each method, it asks about their purpose, strengths, weaknesses and how to address issues like reliability, validity and ethics.
