Are you thinking about whether to use CAQDAS, Computer Assisted Qualitative Data AnalysiS, to manage, code, and assist in the analysis of your qualitative data? Reviewing available software is a good first step, before you decide whether and how to use what technology. In this post, find resources about how to use NVivo - other software options will be considered in additional posts.

Qualitative researchers often collect large quantities of data that can include visuals or media, audio files or notes from interviews, text or artifacts. Some rely on software to organize, manage, and code data. This use of technology is described as CAQDAS, Computer Assisted Qualitative Data AnalysiS. Find resources about how to use CAQDAS in this post.

How can you create a culture of active learning and inquiry in your classroom?

Ideas about active learning help students develop the questioning skills needed to be a researcher.

Love and research - a SAGE Research Methods reading list for Valentine’s Day.

Despite the warnings of digital doomsayers, academic book publishing remains dominated by print. That said, reader behavior has changed and continues to evolve. This is particularly true of how readers discover and read books and chapters. Rather than visiting a library or bookshop in person, readers of scholarly books start their searches online. For publishers, ensuring that books are prominent and visible in such searches is essential to encourage readership and drive citations.

Where do you start when the blank page is staring at you? Answer these key questions to get started!

This posts discusses a explanatory sequential mixed methods study to examine the uni-directional nature of teaching western-based leadership courses, the associated knowledge transfer, and the cultural factors.

What is a “scholarly voice” and how do I develop it?

Organize your writing so reviewers understand what you are saying.

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.

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!

Learn how to find and and create reading lists in the SAGE Research Methods database.

Have a research software idea? Thinking about applying for a Concept Grant? Learn more.

Academic blogging- what is it and how can it be a part of your publication strategy?

Pause. Take a walk. Listen to your muse. Then you will be ready to write!

Want to edit a book? Think about your goals and editorial style, then make a plan!

Questions to ask if you are thinking about editing a book.

How do you propose an edited book? Read this post for some steps.

If you are thinking about editing a book, learn about the action steps involved!