Why is it important to understand sociological research, methods, and results when watching new reports?
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Varies. Having the knowledge on what constitutes as a good, reliable study and understanding how statistics are reported is very critical in consuming the information that the news presents. Some statements that are made as facts can come from a biased source. Using these skills helps us to be critical consumers and so that we can know the difference between valid and reliable methods and sampling so that we make better decision on social issues.
KEY: Learning Objective: 2.5: Summarize the importance of learning to do sociological research.
REF: Cognitive Domain: Comprehension
Answer Location: Why Learn to Do Sociological Research?
Difficulty Level: Hard
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