SOCY 3AThe Evaluation of Evidence
Introduces students to major types of date and data analysis used in sociology. Designed to give students a foundation in understanding social science research articles, reports, and media reports used in political and policy debates. Topics include: general principles of research design, measurement, inductive and deductive modes of reasoning, experimental design, field work and ethnographic design, and reading and understanding basic quantitative forms of data and analysis.
Enrollment is restricted to majors, proposed majors, and minors in sociology, digital justice studies (formerly GISES), and Latin American studies/sociology combined.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 4:00pm–5:05pm | Merrill Acad 102 | J. Morse | Wait List 82/82 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | J Baskin Engr 152 | R. A. London | Open 108/120 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamie Morse | 4.2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 71% | 6 |
| Rebecca London | 4.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 82% | 12 |
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