How-to guides
Expert guidance for authors, editors, reviewers, researchers and students
In-depth support on a range of academic publishing topics, from research methodologies, observation and analysis to how to publish a journal article and ensure it's downloaded, and writing a dissertation.
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Research
Our research guidance is divided into three categories; within each, you'll find articles to help you plan and carry out your research, and analyse the data and information you collect.
Research methods
Find guidance on empirical and ethical research, the research process, research studies and using digital tools/Twitter.
Observation
Discover how to conduct a focus group, and use ethnographic methods, questionnaires and repertory grids.
Data & analysis
Read about discourse analysis, statistical techniques and secondary data, and how to use archival material.
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