LibGuides UFV: Sociology: Introduction

Introduction

This guide has been developed as a general introduction to resources in the field of Sociology. It is not a comprehensive listing of sources, but rather a starting point from which you can begin your research according to your information needs.

Top 5 Resources

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ODESI: Ontario Data Documentation, Extraction Service and Infrastructure
A digital repository for social science data, including polling data.
Sage Journals Online
Full text of peer-reviewed journals published by SAGE; coverage includes criminology, health sciences, business, history, sociology, and psychology. U.S. focus.
Social Services Abstracts (ProQuest)
Citations to current research focused on social work, human services, and related areas, including social welfare, social policy, and community development.
Sociological Abstracts (ProQuest)
Abstracts and indexes to the international literature in sociology and related disciplines in the social and behavioral sciences.
Canadian Business & Current Affairs (CBCA) (ProQuest)
Canadian Business & Current Affairs (CBCA) covers current events, business, science, the arts, education, and social sciences as produced in Canada.
UFV Library Catalogue
Find books, videos and more in the UFV library.

Everyday Sociology Blog

Sociological commentary on news stories (and stories that should be in the news):

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