Discussion Post: Sociology
• What is the scientific method? Identify and briefly explain the 5 basic steps in the scientific method?
• Identify and discuss the four major research designs.
• Explain the origins of the Hawthorne effect? Which research design was used? Discuss its' significance for researchers? Was Alice Goffman's research neutral? (Explain). Discuss your thoughts on Devah Pager's research...
• Describe and critically examine the idea of value neutrality as developed by Max Weber? What did Joyce Ladner and Shulamit Reinharz add to the conversation?
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.