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Despite the many challenges affecting young scientists, more than 60% say that they are satisfied or very satisfied with their careers. But older scientists are the happiest. Scientists around the world gradually worry about the troubles…

Glossary of Research Methods

Visual techniques in social research offer an interesting, stimulating and interactive approach to gathering information. including Cartoon, Ideas board, Mind mapping, Film and video.

Participant observation or “ethnography” is used to understand, group dynamics & details. It uses mixed techniques to generate material over extended time.

Workshops are a group-based method of research in which active and interactive working is emphasised. Workshops can be held for raising awareness, capturing information, building consensus, and developing skills. popular package is QSR

Interview is a popular method of gathering information from people about anything . Data obtained can be used in thematic generation and citation.

What is the discussion group? Discussion groups (also known as ‘focus’ groups) are an example of a technique imported into social research from market research. They have been widely used in political circles to “road test” policies. A…

Questionnaire can produce both qualitative and quantitative information for a wide range of settings. popular analysis packages are SR NUD*IST and NVIVO.

Statistical analysis is a mathematical method of interrogating data. It makes data useful and can inform decision-making. Popular Statistical packages are Microsoft Excel, SPSS, SAS, Stata