Foundations of Research Design introduces participants to the essential building blocks of research planning and execution in higher education. You explore quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method methodologies, while learning to identify research questions, choose appropriate designs, and understand sampling and data collection strategies. The workshop emphasizes real-world constraints that shape research design decisions, providing a strong foundation for participants seeking to work more effectively with data and research in institutional contexts.

This course is ideal for institutional researchers, assessment professionals, administrators, and anyone who uses data to inform decision-making in higher education settings.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify research projects, draft appropriate research questions, and select a research design
• Differentiate between quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research approaches
• Understand real-world limitations and considerations affecting research design choices
• Apply data collection, sampling, reliability, and validity techniques appropriately