Research & Research Methods

Information and resources for understanding the research process, differences between qualitative and quantitative research, and developing a research question. Links provided to aid in finding researchers on campus based on their area of study. Main menu | Comments/Suggestions

Understanding the Research Process	Overview of the Research Process DHHS Office of Research Integrity Modules
Developing a research question	Developing a Research Question – Video Developing a Research Question – Guided Activity
Research designs	Descriptive and Experimental Research Designs LinkedIn Learning: Quantitative and Qualitative Research Qualitative vs. Quantitative – On Overview Focusing on Fundamentals: A Simplistic Differentiation Between Qualitative and Quantitative Research A guide to research methods Comparison of quantitative and qualitative research traditions: epistemological, theoretical, and methodological differences Defining Translational Research: Implications for Training Implementation research: what it is and how to do it
The research process and campus resources	Library Research Tutorials – Steps of the research process from developing a research question to managing data Library Micro-Courses – Four online self-paced courses to help you learn how to conduct research and manage data
Finding researchers on campus	Discovery Portal UW-Madison Experts Database