Assignment: Topic Selection and Data Collection Proposal Sociology Homework

Assignment: Topic Selection and Data Collection Proposal Sociology Homework

Question Description

Two part (Need on different paper)
I’m attaching two document for part one paper
first document is a sample of the Observation checklist
second document is a sample paper of what the paper should look like

Part One:
Topic Selection and Data Collection Proposal
Requirements(Use as your guide)
Provide a summary of the project focus and present its importance and relevance to the sociological study of diversity.
Choose a current research method that is appropriate and sociological in nature.
Select an appropriate measurement tool: an observation checklist, content analysis, or questionnaire (see Resources).
Summarize three academic sources.
Make a reference to applicable sociological theories and concepts from the course.

The first step in preparing your proposal is to select a topic that interests you, which should be a topic that connects to the themes and concepts of this course. For the final project, you will collect data based on your topic and use this data to understand how people perceive or react to elements of diversity: race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or social class.
A few examples include: Focusing on perceptions of a policy, such as affirmative action or early retirement. Examining a particular social issue, such as gender or age discrimination in the workplace, racial profiling, or interracial relationships. Analyzing how different social groups interact with one another in a particular setting, such as a shopping mall, the workplace, a concert, a sporting event, et cetera. Observing how children of different races, ethnicities, or genders play and interact.There is a fair amount of flexibility for the setting and variable of interest you choose, as long as the topic connects to the sociological study of diversity.
Start here
Once you have chosen your project topic and a tentative data collection tool, complete your proposal by including the following four sections, clearly labeled in your proposal:

Introduction: Write a paragraph that explains what your topic will be, why you have chosen it, and why it is important and relevant to the sociological study of diversity.

Data Collection: Discuss in detail (in 2-3 paragraphs) how you plan to collect data on your topic. Describe the observation tool or the questionnaire you will use to collect your data. A more detailed explanation of this component can be found below, or in the Measuring Diversity in a Social Environment course project description, located in the Resources section.

Resources: Locate three sources you plan to use for your project. Briefly describe each source and why it will be helpful for your understanding your topic. You may use up to two chapters from the course texts or two of our assigned articles. At least one source should be a scholarly article or book from the Capella library. One source can be a popular media source, such as a newspaper article, radio, program, or television news segment found online. Do not use Wikipedia, Buzzle, About, or other encyclopedia-style Web sites, as these are often incorrect and are not considered academically valid.

Theories: Identify at least three sociological concepts or theories that you plan to use to interpret and analyze your findings. Include a sentence or two describing how you will apply these concepts or theories. These concepts or theories should come from the assigned course readings. Examples of concepts include prejudice, stereotypes, minority groups, sexism, cultural pluralism, assimilation, structural mobility, modern racism, social distance, et cetera. Examples of theories include Marx’s and Weber’s theories of inequality, Park’s race relations cycle, Gordon’s theory of assimilation, human capital theory, the scapegoat hypothesis, and the theory of authoritarian personality.

length is 2-3 pages plus the Observation checklist

Course Project Data Collection Guide
For this proposal, you will identify the topic you have chosen, describe the research method and collection tool you will use, and discuss resources you plan to use for your project.There are three basic research methods that you can use to collect the data for this project.
OPTION 2:
Choose any social setting or specific variable that you want to observe. Define the behaviors that you will use to indicate this specific variable as clearly as possible, and create a “checklist” that will allow you to remain consistent across observations. See the Observation Guide in the Resources for an example of data collected using this method. If you choose this method, describe in your proposal how and where you will observe, including how you defined your key variables as a researcher, so that the reader knows exactly how you collected your data. Include a draft of your checklist in an appendix (following the reference list) with your proposal.

part two
Measuring Diversity in a Social Environment
Overall, this course focuses on issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, age, or religion in our society from a theoretical perspective. But can we find examples of this in our daily society as we interact with various others? That is the question you will answer in this Measuring Diversity in a Social Environment project as you decide on a data collection process, collect this data, and analyze it in a sociological context. This will give you an opportunity to practice sociological analysis and observation and to examine the society you occupy daily in more detail. After collecting your data, you will write a sociological research report on your findings.
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assignment criteria:
1. Competency 1: Describe theoretical ideas of power in relation to policy.
Summarize the research project using sociological language and concepts.
Provide appropriate background discussion and highlight key sociological concepts that pertain to discrimination experienced by a group.
2.Competency 2: Identify historical and contemporary influences of discrimination in American culture.
Recognize historical experiences of discrimination.
Differentiate the varied experience of different social groups.
Identify social trends that influence power.
3.Competency 3: Analyze the effects of social policy using aggregated data.
Determine the best data collection method based on the research questions.
Collect data and prepare charts and tables for analysis.
Correlate data to a social policy position.
Properly document the use of data.
4.Competency 4: Analyze how laws are applied based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, and social class.
Demonstrate the relationship among sociological theories, policies, and concepts.
Examine alternative solutions to diversity issues.
5. Competency 5: Apply diversity strategies in professional, educational, and personal contexts.
Recognize opportunities where diversity is needed to address social problems.
Length of paper: 6–8 page

in addition after Referrence paper
and a 2–3 paragraph summary of your Measuring Diversity in a Social Environment project. Identify your topic and touch on the key points of what you sought to measure, how you measured, and what you found in your research.

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ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CLASS

Discussion Questions (DQ)

Initial responses to the DQ should address all components of the questions asked, include a minimum of one scholarly source, and be at least 250 words.
Successful responses are substantive (i.e., add something new to the discussion, engage others in the discussion, well-developed idea) and include at least one scholarly source.
One or two sentence responses, simple statements of agreement or “good post,” and responses that are off-topic will not count as substantive. Substantive responses should be at least 150 words.
I encourage you to incorporate the readings from the week (as applicable) into your responses.
Weekly Participation

Your initial responses to the mandatory DQ do not count toward participation and are graded separately.
In addition to the DQ responses, you must post at least one reply to peers (or me) on three separate days, for a total of three replies.
Participation posts do not require a scholarly source/citation (unless you cite someone else’s work).
Part of your weekly participation includes viewing the weekly announcement and attesting to watching it in the comments. These announcements are made to ensure you understand everything that is due during the week.
APA Format and Writing Quality

Familiarize yourself with APA format and practice using it correctly. It is used for most writing assignments for your degree. Visit the Writing Center in the Student Success Center, under the Resources tab in LoudCloud for APA paper templates, citation examples, tips, etc. Points will be deducted for poor use of APA format or absence of APA format (if required).
Cite all sources of information! When in doubt, cite the source. Paraphrasing also requires a citation.
I highly recommend using the APA Publication Manual, 6th edition.
Use of Direct Quotes

I discourage overutilization of direct quotes in DQs and assignments at the Masters’ level and deduct points accordingly.
As Masters’ level students, it is important that you be able to critically analyze and interpret information from journal articles and other resources. Simply restating someone else’s words does not demonstrate an understanding of the content or critical analysis of the content.
It is best to paraphrase content and cite your source.
LopesWrite Policy

For assignments that need to be submitted to LopesWrite, please be sure you have received your report and Similarity Index (SI) percentage BEFORE you do a “final submit” to me.
Once you have received your report, please review it. This report will show you grammatical, punctuation, and spelling errors that can easily be fixed. Take the extra few minutes to review instead of getting counted off for these mistakes.
Review your similarities. Did you forget to cite something? Did you not paraphrase well enough? Is your paper made up of someone else’s thoughts more than your own?
Visit the Writing Center in the Student Success Center, under the Resources tab in LoudCloud for tips on improving your paper and SI score.
Late Policy

The university’s policy on late assignments is 10% penalty PER DAY LATE. This also applies to late DQ replies.
Please communicate with me if you anticipate having to submit an assignment late. I am happy to be flexible, with advance notice. We may be able to work out an extension based on extenuating circumstances.
If you do not communicate with me before submitting an assignment late, the GCU late policy will be in effect.
I do not accept assignments that are two or more weeks late unless we have worked out an extension.
As per policy, no assignments are accepted after the last day of class. Any assignment submitted after midnight on the last day of class will not be accepted for grading.
Communication

Communication is so very important. There are multiple ways to communicate with me:
Questions to Instructor Forum: This is a great place to ask course content or assignment questions. If you have a question, there is a good chance one of your peers does as well. This is a public forum for the class.
Individual Forum: This is a private forum to ask me questions or send me messages. This will be checked at least once every 24 hours.