LibGuides: Social Work and Human Services: Research Methods

Types of Research Methods

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Learn everything you need to know about research methods in the social and behavioral sciences, plus information on a wide range of methods commonly used in science, technology, medicine, and the humanities. It includes encyclopedias, case studies, books, videos, and other research tools to help you select and understand research methods.

SAGE Research Methods includes several research tools to help with conducting your own research.

The Methods Map can help you visualize aspects of research methodologies, provides brief definitions, and links to more background information.

You can also use the Project Planner to visualize and guide you through the research process of conducting your own study from start to finish.

The Which Stats Test is a guided tool to help you identify the appropriate statistical test to analyze the data you've collected.