Time series analysis for associative studies using distributed lag non-linear models

Online via Zoom
Attendance: 29 / 30

This training will introduce time series analysis for associative studies using distributed lag non-linear models and how to conduct it in R/RStudio. This method provides an elegant framework to study the 3-dimensional relationships between the predictor, its lags and their effects on the outcome.

Learning Classic Grounded Theory

Online via Microsoft Teams
Attendance: 50 / 50

The overall aim of this training event is to provide a comprehensive overview of the application of the classic version of grounded theory methodology.

#Menstruation Matters

Online via Zoom
Attendance: 7 / ∞

I plan to record 3 x 30 mins to an hour podcasts with a guest and then teach 3 x 30 mins to an hour interactive session with students where I will invite them to ponder on some questions and use the podcast as a point of reflection.

Researching Vulnerable Groups: Trauma informed research methods

Online
Attendance: 30 / 30

This interactive training will cover a range of trauma-informed theories and approaches to research. Activities will be specifically focused on developing trauma informed research tools to promote the safety and collaboration of both participants and researchers.

Industry engagement – the value for your PhD and beyond

St. Trinnean’s room, St. Leonard’s Hall, University of Edinburgh 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Attendance: 22 / 32

Do you want to Increase your awareness of how industry can enhance your research and its impact? Understand the rewards and challenges of collaborating with…

Working with cross-countries’ participants: online and/or in-person data collection

Online via Microsoft Teams
Attendance: 30 / 30

This event aims to share the experience of cross-countries data collection under the influence of Covid-19. Many aspects are involved, including different fieldwork methods used by these two ongoing research projects and challenges of data collection in terms of in-person fieldwork and online research.

ESRC Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme Q&A

Online via Zoom
Attendance: 10 / ∞

This live session will be hosted by the SGSSS Associate Director, Dr Rachel Shanks, who will be available answer any questions you may have around…

Summer Internships Q&A

Online via Zoom
Attendance: 39 / ∞

This virtual session will be hosted by the SGSSS Knowledge Exchange and Employability Manager and a few of our Summer Hosts, who will be available…

Solutions for messy data and recipes for robust data analysis in R

Online
Attendance: 21 / 60

In a two-part workshop on R (Studio), you will create your personalized character in the virtual space of Gather town and start from the very basics of setting up R, continue to explore ways to upload and sort data, dive into eye-pleasing plots, and learn about the best practices in data analysis.

Summer School 2023: Sampling for Quantitative Research

John McIntyre Conference Centre, University of Edinburgh Pollock Halls, 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh

Participants will understand the methodological underpinnings of sampling in quantitative research in social sciences. They will learn to select appropriate sampling procedures, evaluate and critique sampling plans.

Summer School 2023: Introduction to Research Integrity

John McIntyre Conference Centre, University of Edinburgh Pollock Halls, 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh

The training will provide students with some important points of reflection for their current practice: but aims also to help them navigate their role and responsibilities as they emerge into employment as a researcher (with a range of research employers in mind).

Summer School 2023: Introduction to Multilevel Modelling

Chrystal Macmillan Building 15a George Square, Edinburgh

Multilevel modelling is an umbrella term for a wide range of statistical models appropriate for clustered data. In this short course, we will introduce the main concepts and theoretical issues around multilevel modelling.

Summer School 2023: Comparative Case Studies as a Research Design

John McIntyre Conference Centre, University of Edinburgh Pollock Halls, 18 Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh

This workshop will explore the use of comparative case study design. We will discuss what case studies are and how we need to think carefully about the boundaries of any single case. We will then discuss which points of comparison are being selected in order to build theoretical extension from comparing case studies.