Purpose of Study
As a researcher for the Department of Education you have been asked to determine whether there is a relationship between demographic variables and level of academic achievement as measured by degree earned. Based on the current research on gender and education you decide to analyze the relationship between degree earned and marital status, place of birth, work status and income in order to determine whether differences in these categories determine degree outcomes. The Department of Education believes this information can help make important social policy decision so remember to makes sure your report is well written and complete.
Research Questions and Hypothesis
- Is there a relationship between degree and marital status, place of birth, work status and income in the GSS?
- There is no hypothesis for this assignment.
Measures (Variables)
DEGREE, WRKSTAT, MARITAL, BORN, INCOME
