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Sociologists
SOC 19-3041.00
Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
5
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Reading Comprehension4.1
Active Listening4.0
Writing4.0
Social Perceptiveness4.0
Speaking3.9
Critical Thinking3.9
Active Learning3.9
Learning Strategies3.8
Knowledge Areas 8
Sociology and Anthropology5.0
English Language4.5
Education and Training4.1
Mathematics3.5
Computers and Electronics3.0
History and Archeology3.0
Law and Government3.0
Communications and Media2.9
Key Tasks
1Analyze and interpret data to increase the understanding of human social behavior.
2Collect data about the attitudes, values, and behaviors of people in groups, using observation, interviews, and review of documents.
3Prepare publications and reports containing research findings.
4Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as crime, group relations, poverty, and aging.
5Teach sociology.
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