What are some the benefits and limitations to using interview as a research methodology?
write a 5-7 page paper using APA standards for citation of sources that focuses on the following:
Interview two different individuals regarding their positions in society. Analyze their responses regarding:
Identify each persons class, race, and gender.What role has class, race, and gender played in their lives? How do you see these stratifies as playing a role, even if the interviewee is unaware of it?Apply one of the sociological perspectives (structural-functional, social-conflict, or symbolic-interaction) to the individuals lives. Why did you choose this particular perspective? How does it explain each persons life and life choices?What are some the benefits and limitations to using interview as a research methodology?Analyze each persons components of culture (language, symbols, material objects, and behaviors) and relate them to his/her stratified position in society.
Please post your completed paper in the M5: Assignment 1 Dropbox.
Assignment 1 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Described each persons class, race, and gender.
40
Evaluated the role of social stratification.
60
Applied a sociological perspective to each subject.
60
Explained the benefits and limitations of the research methodology.
20
Analyzed the components of culture and related them to social stratification.
56
Presentation Components
Organization: Introduction, Transitions, Conclusion.
16
Style: Tone, Audience, Word Choice.
16
Usage and Mechanics: Grammar, Spelling, Sentence Structure.
16
APA Elements: Attribution, Paraphrasing, Quotations (when appropriate or assigned).
16
Total:
