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SOC 486 Contemporary Sociological Theory

Research guide for SOC 486: Contemporary Sociological Theory. Includes scholarly databases, news sources, and citation tools for exploring theoretical frameworks and their applications to contemporary social issues.

News articles

Stay informed about current events and social issues relevant to contemporary sociological theory. These resources provide news coverage, human rights reporting, and tools to monitor ongoing developments in your areas of interest.

National Public Radio (NPR)
Search here for current political and economic news.

Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch researchers conduct fact-finding investigations into human rights abuses worldwide and provide extensive coverage in local and international media.

Google News
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Scholarly databases

Start with comprehensive databases for sociological research, then explore specialized resources for specific topics or methodologies.

Essential resources

Interdisciplinary or supporting databases

Specialized or related disciplines