Ways of Thinking-Scientific Reasoning in the Social Sciences

Description

Scientific research in the social sciences (SS) uses empirical methods to think critically about human cognition, behavior, or social structure.

Learning Outcomes (rev. 2021-22)

Students will:

  1. Understand how to use social science theory to explain human behavior, mental processes, culture, or social institutions. 

  2. Apply empirical research to draw informed conclusions about human behavior, mental processes, culture, or social institutions.

Alignment with LIVE learning outcomes (under realignment 2022-23)

Critical Thinking: 1, 2, 3
Intercultural Knowledge: 3
Communication: 4
Information Fluency: 4

Current catalog list of LIVE courses
Scientific Reasoning in the Social Sciences Rubric (under revision 2022-23)