Introduction
Sociology is the study of the social aspects of human existence. By exploring the complexities and dynamics of social life, sociologists produce knowledge that is relevant to the worlds we inhabit.
This is a selective guide intended to serve as a point of departure for conducting research in Sociology and Criminology. Use the tabs on the left to navigate through the various recommended resources, depending on your research need.
COVID-19 Research
COVID-19 research is continuing to evolve. This is a starting list of publishers and databases gathering research on COVID-19. This is not an exhaustive list; there is more information out there. Remember to evaluate any research that you read, especially considering where the information is from, especially if you are finding the information from social media.
- WHO: Global Research Database for COVID-19This pages has a database on research about COVID-19. You can search in this database. You can also find other resources from major publishers on this page.
- Government of Canada: Epidemiological data on COVID-19Data products about the epidemiological, social and economic dimensions of the outbreak. Includes datasets, dashboards, statistics, analyses, trends, charts and maps. Also includes a list of locations where people may have been exposed to the virus.
- COVID-19 Resources for SociologistsThe American Sociological Association wants to help sociologists navigate challenges related to COVID-19. They are offering several resources to help sociologists in their work during this period.
