Research Methods – Key Terms for A Level Sociology
Definitions of core concepts covered as part of the research methods component of AS and A Level Sociology. Organised in […]
research methods, Social Theories
research methods
research methods
Research Methods – Top Ten Key Terms for A Level Sociology Students
Definitions of the most important concepts you need to know for A Level Sociology research methods. Start with these and
research methods, Social class, wealth and income inequalities, Statistics
Wealth and Income inequality in the UK
The richest 10% are 133 times wealthier than the poorest 10%. This post explores statistics on wealth and income inequalities in the UK
Exams and revision advice, research methods
Core Themes in AS and A Level Sociology
According to the AQA, the following are the most important aspects of studying Sociology. What’s below is taken straight from
Crime and Deviance, research methods
Sociological Research on Gangs
In the aftermath of England’s ‘summer of violent disorder’ in 2011, the British Prime Minister David Cameron was unequivocal in
Essay plans, Exams and revision advice, research methods
Participant Observation – Essay Plan
This question might come up on the theory and or methods sections of AQA A-level sociology papers 1 and 3.
Family diversity, research methods, Statistics
Families and Households in the UK – Social Trends
married family households are decreasing, cohabiting family, lone parent family and single parent family households are all increasing.
Social class, wealth and income inequalities, Statistics
Income Inequality in the UK – Some Infographics
Stratification is one of the core themes within A level Sociology and Sociology more generally. One of the major sources
research methods
Non-Participant Observation
Non-participant observation is where researchers observe respondents without participating, a very common example being the OFSTED inspection of lessons in schools.
participant observation, research methods
Participant Observation in Social Research
Participant Observation is a qualitative research method in which the researcher joins in with the group under investigation. This post explores the theoretical, practical and ethical advantages and disadvantages of participant observation