Stages of Research and Tutorials
- Sage Research Methods This link opens in a new windowAn online collection of information for beginning and advanced researchers looking for the best methods to use in their research. Full access to Books & Reference, Cases Part 1, Datasets Part 1, and Video: Practical Research and Academic Skills.
Check the Project Planner for a tutorial on each of the Research Stages:
- Overview
- Philosophy of Research
- Defining a Topic
- Reviewing the Literature
- Developing a Researchable Question
- Research Design
- Planning and Practicalities
- Research Ethics
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Writing Up
- Dissemination
Dissemination could also include--with peer-review acceptance and your permission-- publication in the journal, NU Writing
Sage Research Methods Help Page
There are also Research Tutorials developed by the Northeastern University Library staff.
What's the difference between a Research Topic and a Research Question?
Your research topic may be COVID-19 and African Americans.
Search for information about these two topics for your literature review. Based on what you find, develop the research question. What about COVID-19 and African Americans?
Sample Research question:
What are the cardiovascular effects of COVID-19 on African-American women, who often face adverse health and economic disparities? (This is an actual research project funded by the American Heart Association)