Ethics in Big Data and Computational Social Science Research
This collection of open-access articles offers multiple perspectives on the use of Big Data and ethical protocols for computational research methods.
Design Tool: The SRM Research Project Planner
Learn about the SAGE Research Methods Project Planner.
Ethics in Cross-Cultural Research
Sometimes we cross borders as well as cultures, other times we find very different cultures in our own neighborhoods. Ethical issues carry more weight when languages, norms, and expectations are grounded in cultural identities. This collection of open-access articles offers insights into research ethics in cross-cultural studies.
SAGE Research Methods Library Database
These posts offer how-to steps that will help you make the best use of SAGE Research Methods library database resources.
Informed Consent Agreements
Does a signed agreement verify that someone is truly informed and willing to volunteer as a research participant? There are no simple answers to this question! This collection of open-access articles offers a variety of perspectives on the forms used for informed consent agreements.
Teaching & Mentoring with Open Access SAGE Research Methods Journals
Pointing students or mentees to articles that describe or exemplify research methods is a responsibility of methods faculty or dissertation/thesis supervisors. Open access journals are useful when you don't have a robust academic library. Here are some SAGE journals you can tap for readings, with a recent article from each.
Mentoring Academic Researchers and Writers
This collection of posts offers ideas, guidance, and resources for mentors and mentees in the context of research and academic writing.
5 Ways to Use SRM Reading Lists for Teaching Methods
If your academic library has SAGE Research Methods, you can use the Reading List feature to curate resources for instructional or research purposes. Learn how!
SAGE Research Methods: Social Bookmarking with Reading Lists
Learn how to find and and create reading lists in the SAGE Research Methods database.
Teach & Guide Researchers: Resources from Sage Research Methods
These SAGE books, cases, and videos from the SAGE Research Methods library focus on mentoring and being mentored in a research context.
Ethical Dilemmas and Fair Practices in International Research
The Methodspace focus for August 2022 is on research ethics. While following the guidelines and protocols from your institution can be challenging, the dilemmas multiply when you conduct international research. Find open access resources and articles in this post.
Honesty and Originality in Academic Writing
Ethical research practice does not stop with the conclusion of the study. Importantly, ethical research practice comes to fruition in academic writing.
Culturally Responsive Research Ethics
A discussion of ethical issues from Maria Lahman, author of the forthcoming book Culturally Responsive Qualitative Research.
What makes a good mentor?
What makes a good research mentor? Explore three core characteristics for good mentors: knowing, being, and doing.
“Common Challenges in Thematic Analysis” webinar recording
Here you will find the recording and resources from “Common challenges in Thematic Analysis & how to avoid them” with Virginia Braun and Victoria Clarke.
Qualitative Research Podcasts
Dr. Stacy Penna, NVivo Community Director, talks to qualitative researchers to discover their innovative research methods, applied practices and passionate insights in a rich series of podcasts. Find a few examples here that feature SAGE authors.
Ethical Considerations for Interactional Research with Children
Jessica Lester and Michelle O’Reilly discuss ethics in sensitive research with children and youth, and offer practical tips.
Writing, Editing, and Publishing Books
This collection of Methodspace posts and recordings offers practical advice to prospective authors and editors of academic or scholarly books.
Did you know that the journal "Research Ethics" is open access?
Research Ethics is a fully open-access SAGE Journal. Learn more in this post.
Teaching Research Ethics Creatively
Teaching research ethics doesn’t have to be serious (or boring.) Catherine Dawson offers creative ideas to engage your students (or to try yourself!)