Methods

Applying material from Item C, evaluate the view that theoretical factors are the most important influence on a sociologist’s choice of research method. [20 marks]

Methods

Assess the impact of funding sources on sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Assess the role of gatekeepers in sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Assess the usefulness of longitudinal studies in sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using participant observation in sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Discuss the challenges of conducting sociological research in schools. [20 marks]

Methods

Discuss the role of triangulation in enhancing the validity of sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Discuss the strengths and limitations of using case studies in sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Evaluate the contribution of feminist methodologies to sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Evaluate the reliability and validity of using questionnaires in sociological research. [20 marks]

Methods

Evaluate the role of ethics in the conduct of sociological research. [30 marks]

Methods

Evaluate the use of mixed methods in sociological research. [30 marks]