Research Methods Resources
- Sage Research Methods This link opens in a new windowSAGE Research Methods is the ultimate methods library with more than 1000 books, reference works, journal articles, and instructional videos by world-leading academics from across the social sciences, including the largest collection of qualitative methods books available online from any scholarly publisher. The site is designed to guide users to the content they need to learn a little or a lot about their method. The Methods Map can help those less familiar with research methods to find the best technique to use in their research. Toronto Metropolitan has the SRM Core and SRM Subsequent Core collections. Other collections available are:
- SRM Books & Reference (Core)
- SRM Video: Practical Research & Academic Skills Video
- SRM Video: Data Science, Big Data Analytics, & Digital Methods
- SRM Video: Market Research
- Anti-Oppressive ResearchThis research guide by Sage Research Methods, provides a framework for conducting research with an anti-oppressive focus.
- Oxford Reference This link opens in a new windowOxford Reference, previously known as Oxford Reference Online Premium, comprises more than 120 dictionaries and reference titles covering a comprehensive subject spectrum including: General Reference, Language, Science and Medicine, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business and Professional content.
- Article AutopsyWhen reading scholarly literature, read strategically. Scan articles before reading in depth, focusing on the elements that will give you the information you need first. This will quickly let you know what the article is about and its relevancy for your research. It will also prepare you to later read the full article, giving you a mental map of its structure and purpose. This handout highlights the structure of most scholarly articles.