Source: Upstate Medical University: State University of New York
Type: Blackboard Presentation
Level: Basic
Description: Online textbooks, example papers with qualitative methods, qualitative analysis software
Continuing Education Credits: N/A
Source: SUNY Upstate Medical University
Type: Resource Webpage
Description: Access to free textbooks, articles, and examples of Qualitative Research.
Source: National Collaborating Center for Methods and Tools
Type: Online learning module
Level: Basic
Description: This online module teaches the user many useful things pertaining to research design such as: distinguishing between questions about effectiveness and causation and learning which research designs are most appropriate to answer your questions. The module also allows you to practice your acquired skills and knowledge and, upon completion of the module, receive a certificate of completion.
NOTE: this online module requires registration with NCCMT
Source: Upstate Medical University
Type: eBook
Level: Basic
Description: This comprehensive web-based textbook addresses all of the topics in a typical introductory undergraduate or graduate course in social research methods. In explains the total research process including: formulating research questions; sampling (probability and nonprobability); measurement (surveys, scaling, qualitative, unobtrusive); research design (experimental and quasi-experimental); data analysis; and, writing the research paper. It also covers the important theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of research including: the idea of validity in research; reliability of measures; and ethics. The language the text uses is an informal, conversational style. This enables both the newcomer and the more experienced student of research to easily engage with the material presented in the text. It is a fully hyperlinked text that can be integrated easily into an existing course structure or used as a sourcebook for the experienced researcher who simply wants to browse.
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