Discuss Social Science and Western Society.
Now that you have been introduced to the social sciences and the methods they use to collect data in Chapter 1, watch the video Neighborhoods of Refuge that showcases the work local sociologists at FIU and MDC are doing to address the issue of homelessness. Answer the following questions in a post of at least 150 words:
- Why are the social sciences considered sciences?
- How do social scientists collect their data and draw conclusions?
- In the video, you were introduced to the photovoice method of collecting data about lived experiences. What impact did this method of exploring the lives of homeless people in Miami have on the participants and the public awareness of homelessness?
POST REQUIREMENTS:
- Your answer must be written in one short, clear and coherent paragraph (at least 150 original words), i.e. it DOES NOT include the questions, names, titles and/or references. It also DOES NOT include meaningless filler statements.
- Respond to at least two (2) classmates with substantive commentary that addresses their post.
- Work must be original, so produce your own work! Your post may be checked for plagiarism.
- Write clearly for ease of reading and understanding.
- Make sure to pay attention to spelling and grammar.
word limit:: 350