Introduction to Applied Research
This e-learning module provides basic background information about applied research and introduces you to the other modules in this series.
Getting a Project Started
This e-learning module, introduces skills and tools useful for developing a research project proposal.
Constructing & Using Logic Models
In this e-learning module, you will learn the basics of how to construct and use a logic model.
Budget Development & Management
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn the basics of setting up and managing a project budget.
Project Management
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn some basic project management skills using a variety of tools.
Data Management
This e-learning module provides basic background information on managing data that are collected as part of a project or program.
Conducting an Evaluation
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn key concepts in project evaluation, and evaluation design.
Introduction to Statistics & SPSS Part 1
As you work through this e-learning module, you will get a brief overview of statistics and learn about preparing primary data for analysis in SPSS.
Introduction to SPSS Part 2
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn how to use some basic functions of the SPSS software.
Working with Excel
As you work through this e-learning module you will learn how Microsoft Excel can be used in the context of applied research.
NOTE: This module assumes that you have a basic working knowledge of Excel, and are familiar with the following terms -- spreadsheet, workbook, formula, cell, table, chart, column and row. If most of the terms are unfamiliar to you, you may want to go through an Excel tutorial before beginning this module.
For Excel 2007: The tutorial “Create Your First Workbook” takes an estimated time of 30-40 minutes. You can access the tutorial at http://office.microsoft.com/training/training.aspx?AssetID=RC100766511033
For Excel 2010: The tutorial “Get to know Excel 2010: Create your first spreadsheet” takes an estimated 40 - 50 minutes. You can access the tutorial at http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/excel-help/get-to-know-excel-2010-create-your-first-spreadsheet-RZ101773335.aspx?CTT=1
Working with Secondary Data
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn about accessing, processing and analyzing
secondary data.
Data Visualization
As you work through this e-learning module, you will learn about different data visualization techniques that can be used to communicate data analysis results.