Stages of Research and Tutorials
- Sage Research Methods This link opens in a new windowAn online collection of reference books, research manuals on HOW to do research, offering the best methods to use. Check the Project Planner for explanations on the steps for completing your research project.
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)