AQA • Sociology

This document summarises the key features, strengths, and limitations of unstructured interviews within A-Level Sociology research methods. It covers practical, ethical, theoretical, and methodological considerations, including flexibility, rapport-building, data validity, and challenges such as interviewer bias and lack of reliability. The content also includes applied examples, such as William Labov’s findings on Black American pupils, and issues related to researching schools.

AQA A level sociology mock exam including all Year 1 content including Education, Family & Households and Research methods. Includes varying mark questions with model answers and required AO1/AO2/AO3 for each questions. Includes a printable version of the exam

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