Political Science

Introductions to research concepts and methods used in the social sciences. Each entry begins with the basics, and moves into specialist literature. Also includes biographical entries on pioneers of social science methods, covering the history of research methods, techniques, and underlying epistemological and philosophical issues. Includes access to content through 2023.

Tool intended to help researchers, faculty and students with their research projects. Users can explore methods concepts to help them design research projects, understand particular methods or identify a new method, conduct their research, and write up their findings.  

Research tool aimed at supporting social science researchers. Covers a variety of digital methods, such as: online surveys, interviews, digital ethnography, social media, and text analysis. Also includes multimedia content, videos, case studies, practice datasets, as well as practical how-to-guides on the main research steps. Privacy and other ethical considerations specific to conducting research online are also covered.

Please note: users must register for an account with their iu.edu email in order to access. Online courses supporting the teaching and learning of skills and research methods. Includes video, interactives, and formative assessments. Topics covered include critical skills and research methods for across all stages of academic study; navigating information, data literacy, research skills, data science skills, and getting published. Includes access to 40 courses.