Q Purpose: The purpose of this check-in is for you to demonstrate you have mastered the concepts in this module. Task: 1. 1. 1. Answer the following question in complete sentences. Your answer should be approximately 200 words, 2-3 paragraphs, or a full-page double spaced. 2. Upload your answer in doc, docx, or pdf format (no google docs, no pages). In what ways is social research different than other ways of gathering information and developing knowledge? For example, how is social research different from journalism or "common sense". Be specific, use examples. Criteria: Use the rubric provided to guide your answers. In addition, be sure to demonstrate that you are able to: • o ? articulates the purpose of social research. ? recognize and compare scientific method and non-scientific method in the formulation of knowledge. ? Provide at least one example of formulating knowledge comparing the two ways of formulating knowledge. Rubric Check-In #1 - Social Research Check-In #1 - Social Research Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePurpose Explain the purpose of social research threshold: 4.0 pts 5 pts Exceeds 4 pts Meets 3 pts Mostly meets 2 pts Some indication it meets 1 pts Does Not Meet 0 pts Ungradeable 5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScientific Method - B level Explain the benefits of using the scientific method in social research threshold: 4.0 pts 5 pts Exceeds 4 pts Meets 3 pts Mostly meets 2 pts Some indication it meets 1 pts Does Not Meet 0 pts Ungradeable 5 pts Total Points: 10
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