STS 6311 - Qualitative Research Methods for Studying Science

(crosslisted)
(also SOC 6310)

Spring. 4 credits. Letter grades only.

C. Leuenberger.

Much has been learned about the nature of science by sociologists and anthropologists donning lab coats and studying scientists in action. This course looks at the methods used in this new wave of science studies. Examines what can be learned by interviewing scientists, from videos, and from detailed examinations of scientific texts. Students gain hands-on experience by conducting a mini-project in which they investigate some aspect of scientific culture.