alterlab-social-science-methods

What problem does it solve?

Researchers often struggle to select and apply advanced social science methods across disciplines; this skill consolidates methodologies, checklists, and guidance to plan rigorous studies.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Covers discourse analysis, conversation analysis, quantitative content analysis, QCA (crisp-, fuzzy-, and multi-value), Mill's methods, process tracing, archival research, participatory action research, CBPR, Delphi, Q methodology, social network analysis, bibliometrics, systematic mapping reviews, program evaluation, and policy analysis.
• Provides conceptual overviews, practical implementation steps, checklists, and example workflows to design robust studies and evaluate evidence.
• Use Case: A graduate student designing a cross-methods project can map their questions to a suitable mix of qualitative and quantitative approaches and draft a method appendix.

Quick Start

Identify your research question and select a suitable method from this skill to plan your study workflow.