Introduction
You have reviewed the overview of sociology and the research process in this module. In this assignment, you will complete the process of conducting a survey. The idea of creating a survey is to get input from individuals regarding a topic, understand the target audience, and identify the expected outcome. In this assignment, you will gather data, go through the research process, and organize the data. You will also write a summary of your findings.
Remember to view the assignment rubric (see below) before completing the assignment.
Assignment Instructions
Develop a research topic that personally interests you.
Create a list of 5 questions for the survey.
Select one of the free survey apps to conduct your survey.
Send the survey and collect data from a minimum of 5 people. These can be family, friends, and classmates.
Write a paragraph (300- 500 word summary) of your findings.
Check for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and APA formatting.
Submit the assignment by the due date listed in the course schedule.
Must be a Word document file.
Examples of Survey Topics
A list of ideas to get you started, you do not have to choose from the list.
Sports
Music
Education
Family
Social Media
Politics
Questions to Address in Your Summary
Which type of survey did you complete? (Hint: There are 3 types of surveys)
Who was your target audience for the survey?
What were your findings?
Was there anything you found interesting or surprising?
Resources for Survey
Qualtrics
SurveyMonkey
FreeOnlineSurveys
Google Forms
SurveySparrow
Grading
Review the rubric for specific grading criteria.
Rubric
Research Methods
Research Methods
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch Topic and Survey
35 pts
Excellent
The survey demonstrates an in-depth understanding of sociological research concepts through the application and synthesis of course content. The student’s survey questions demonstrate thorough research and personalization. The assignment includes a comprehensive set of survey questions with a link to the survey included.
31.5 pts
Good
The survey demonstrates an understanding of sociological research concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The student’s survey questions demonstrate research and personalization. The assignment includes a thorough set of survey questions with a link to the survey included.
28 pts
Satisfactory
The survey demonstrates a basic understanding of sociological research concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The student’s survey questions demonstrate basic research and some personalization. The assignment includes an adequate set of survey questions with a link to the survey included.
21 pts
Needs Improvement
The survey fails to demonstrate an understanding of sociological research concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words. The student’s survey questions lack research and/or personalization. The assignment fails to provide an adequate set of survey questions and/or a link to the survey.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeData Collection and Summary
35 pts
Excellent
The paper includes a comprehensive summary including data collection. The paper demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize ideas.
31.5 pts
Good
The paper includes an accurate and detailed summary including data collection. The paper demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize most ideas.
28 pts
Satisfactory
The paper includes an adequate summary including data collection. The paper demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The concluding remarks summarize and synthesize some ideas; not all concepts are supported in the paper.
21 pts
Needs Improvement
The paper fails to provide an adequate summary and/or data collection results. The paper fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words. Concluding remarks do not adequately summarize ideas.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Cohesiveness
15 pts
Excellent
The student effectively connects information from all sources. Summary smoothly flows from one topic to the next without the need for headings. The student’s writing expertly expresses a relationship between all sources.
13.5 pts
Good
For the most part, the student connects information from all sources. Summary flows with only some disjointedness. The student’s writing expresses a relationship between all sources.
12 pts
Satisfactory
Sometimes the student connects information from all sources. Summary lacks a consistent flow. The student’s writing does not consistently express a relationship between all sources.
9 pts
Needs Improvement
The paper fails to connect information from all sources. Paper does not flow – disjointedness is apparent. The student’s writing shows a minimal understanding of the relationship between all sources.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Mechanics
10 pts
Excellent
Paper is free from spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors. The tone of the paper is appropriate for the audience.
9 pts
Good
Paper contains minimal (1-2) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. In a few instances, the tone of the paper becomes too informal.
8 pts
Satisfactory
The paper contains several (3-5) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. Paper is not always written in an appropriate tone for the audience.
6 pts
Needs Improvement
The paper contains significant errors (more than 5) in grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation. The tone of the paper is not appropriate for the audience.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Guidelines
5 pts
Excellent
The paper is written following all APA guidelines.
4.5 pts
Good
The paper contains minimal APA guideline formatting errors.
4 pts
Satisfactory
The paper contains several APA formatting errors.
3 pts
Needs Improvement
The paper is not properly formatting per APA.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
5 pts
Total Points: 100
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