In May 2021 we focused on Finding Data in Documents and Datasets. Explore the whole 2021 series on stages of the research process.
In this episode from the Do Better Research series, podcaster Suzanne Albary and their guest Catherine Price discuss how to use online news sources as secondary data.
Find multidisciplinary historical and contemporary resources to use when researching Hispanic heritage.
Juneteenth is a uniquely American holiday, with a rich history relevant to those fighting for equity and justice today. Find original source materials and learn how to use them in your research.
Dr. Kara discusses the usefulness of secondary data.
With more and more of our communication occurring online, the records of such conversations are of interest to researchers. Learn about design considerations.
This guest post from Dr. Malcolm Tight walks you through key steps for conducting research with documents-- on or offline.
How can you collect and analyze text you find online?
Thomas describes her research experience with diary methods.
What is archival research, and why is it useful for social researchers?
What kinds of documents or archived materials fit your study?
Learn about using mixed methods with secondary data.