Conducting "action research" to improve local neighborhoods or organizational cultures.
Learning how to read between the numbers and the narratives to draw valid, evidence-based conclusions. Practical Applications Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending Qu...
Understanding the scientific method and how to transition from a "hunch" to a structured research question. Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending Qu...
Critically evaluating the statistics and claims found in news media and advertisements. Research Methods for Everyday Life: Blending Qu...
Using data to justify budget requests or program changes.
A heavy emphasis on the ethics of human research, ensuring students understand the responsibility of collecting data from others. Core Content Areas
Unlike traditional texts that treat qualitative and quantitative methods as rivals, this content emphasizes how they complement each other to provide a fuller picture of any issue.