Research Guides: Marine Corps War College (MCWAR): Research Methods

Research Methods and Resources

This section provides the researcher with methods and resources to understand general research theory and methods to conduct research.

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National Science Foundation Overview of Data Collection Methods
National Science Foundation (NSF) Overview of Quantitative and Qualitative Data Collection Methods from the NSF 2002 User-Friendly Handbook for Project Evaluation.
North Dakota Compass Introduction to Data Collection Methods
A project of the Center for Social Research at North Dakota State University, North Dakota Compass provides reliable and consistent information needed by North Dakota’s community, policy, organizational, non-profit, and business leaders who must plan for the future in an environment of continuous change.

University of Southern California (USC) Qualitative Research Methods LibGuide
This LibGuide offers detailed guidance on how to develop, organize, and write a research paper in the social and behavioral sciences.
Association of Internet Research Specialists guide to qualitative research.
Association of Internet Research Specialists guide to qualitative research.
Qualitative Research Methods: A Data Collector’s Field Guide
An introduction to the fundamental elements of a qualitative approach to research by Northeastern University.
Common Qualitative Methods
From Chapter 3 of the National Science Foundation (NSF) 1997 User-Friendly Handbook for Mixed Method Evaluations.
Analyzing Qualitative Data
Chapter 4 of the National Science Foundation (NSF) 1997 User-Friendly Handbook for Mixed Method Evaluations

University of Southern California (USC) Quantitative Research Methods LibGuide
This LibGuide offers detailed guidance on how to develop, organize, and write a research paper in the social and behavioral sciences.
How to collect Quantitative Data
The British Library short guide for quantitative data collection techniques used for research studies involve numerical collection.
A Complete Guide to Quantitative Research Methods
Humans of Data guide to quantitative research methods.

Academic Writing for Military Personnel by Adam Chapnick; Craig Stone
Call Number: UB165.C3 C53 2009
ISBN: 9780776607344
Publication Date: 2009-12-12
Academic Writing for Military Personnel is written for members of the military who are either new to or re-entering the academic community and who need to familiarize themselves with academic writing.
Critical Terrorism Studies by Jacob L. Stump; Priya Dixit
Call Number: Call Number: HV6431 .S785 2013
ISBN: 0203073576
Publication Date: 2013-05-02
This book is an introduction to critical approaches to terrorism studies. Drawing upon a range of engaging material, the volume reviews a series of non-variable based methodological approaches.
Successful Research Projects by Bernard C. Beins
Call Number: Call Number: BF76.5 .B4395 2013
ISBN: 9781452203935
Publication Date: 2013-01-07
Successful Research Projects: A Step-by-Step Guide is a concise and accessible text that guides students through each component of the research process.
Writing the Winning Thesis or Dissertation by Randy L. Joyner; William A. Rouse; Allan A. Glatthorn
Call Number: Call Number: LB2369 .G56 2018
ISBN: 9781544317205
Publication Date: 2018-07-13
This revised and updated fourth edition is the most comprehensive guide yet to researching, writing, and publishing a successful thesis or dissertation.

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