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49 Short courses in Educational Research

Research Methodologies - Application To Advanced Practice
The module partly utilises a problem-based learning approach. University of Derby offers the Research Methodologies - Application To Advanced Practice programme.

Research Methods
The module covers research design including quantitative and qualitative methods and data analysis, ethical considerations, practical factors which may impact on the conduct of research and the importance of appropriate dissemination of research findings. University of Derby offers the Research Methods programme.
Evidence-Based Policy Research Methods
Policymaking is a complicated business. Decisions have to be made quickly or secretly, based on limited knowledge or expertise, while covering wide briefs and remaining in force for a number of years. The stakes are high, so preparation is essential. The Evidence-Based Policy Research Methods programme is offered at the Maastricht University.
Credibility and Rigour in Management Research
The Credibility and Rigour in Management Research course from VU Amsterdam Summer School is tailored for advanced master’s, PhDs, and early-career scholars across all management disciplines (e.g., strategy, entrepreneurship, leadership).
Research Project Part 2
The aim of the Research Project Part 2 course from Warnborough College is to further develop the student’s ability to monitor, analyse and evaluate a common process (or processes) relevant to their stream studies. (For the purpose of this unit, a “process” is defined as any distinct series of events or changes over a period of time, and which is directly related to the area of study).
Research Design and Methodology
This Research Design and Methodology module offered at the University of Surrey will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to carry out high quality research.
Statistics and Research Methods - an Introduction (Online, Self Paced)
UCL's Statistics and Research Methods - an Introduction (Online, Self Paced) online, self-paced course will give you a comprehensive introduction to research methods and statistics.
Community Based Research - Getting Started
University College London (UCL)'s Community Based Research - Getting Started free online three-week course will help you learn the skills you need to carry out research in your own community using a 'citizen science' approach.
Research Methods (Online)
The Research Methods (Online) course at University of Birmingham will teach you the necessary skills to successfully analyse and evaluate published research as well as conduct original research. You will cover various topics which include finding relevant literature and research design, and you will be able to present your research findings.
Inter- and Transdisciplinary Research
The Inter- and Transdisciplinary Research course offered by University of Antwerp aims to train researchers and research support staff to become an expert in interdisciplinarity.
Researcher Management and Leadership Training
This Researcher Management and Leadership Training course offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Colorado System is for early career researchers and mentors who believe that modern scientific careers require management skills and want to be research leaders.
Investigative Approaches In Biology And Chemistry
This is an online practical-science Investigative Approaches In Biology And Chemistry module at The Open University UK . Carry out activities exploring investigative biology and chemistry skills and techniques.
Research Project Part 1
Join the Research Project Part 1 course from Warnborough College and learn to plan and conduct research into the current status of an aspect of an industry relating to their area of study, and to complete a descriptive report based on that research.
Academic Writing Workshops (Co-Developing Stem-Related Papers for Publication)
Developing and writing a research paper has been proposed as a challenging task in academia and industry. Birmingham City University offers the Academic Writing Workshops (Co-Developing Stem-Related Papers for Publication) programme.
What is Education
The What is Education course from UCL Summer School examines key questions about the nature, purpose and practice of education.
Distinction in Research
This Distinction in Research program at The University of Texas at San Antonio is conferred upon academically exemplary students who have demonstrated unusually significant scientific accomplishments. The participants of this program complete most of their research-related activities during the non-curricular time.
Introduction to Research Ethics - Working with People
Find out how to conduct ethical research when working with people by studying this online course for university students. The Introduction to Research Ethics - Working with People course is offered by University of Leeds through FutureLearn.
Introduction to Research for Essay Writing
This Introduction to Research for Essay Writing course offered by Coursera in partnership with UC Irvine, Division of Continuing Education is the last course in the Academic Writing specialization before the capstone project.
Understanding Medical Research - Your Facebook Friend is Wrong
Understanding Medical Research - Your Facebook Friend is Wrong offered by Coursera in partnership with Yale, will provide you with the tools and skills you need to critically interpret medical studies, and determine for yourself the difference between good and bad science.
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Transform yourself into a valued and capable early childhood education team member with this CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care from Open Colleges. Graduate industry-ready and fully equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to help young children thrive.