April 11, 2025

Online

In 2025, the ECREA sub-committee for Methods is organising a series of workshops on different methods, tools and designs for junior researchers and PhD candidates. The sessions will include: refining a research project, designing a suitable methodological approach, research tools, research ethics, analysing quantitative research data, analysing qualitative research data, and AI. The sessions will be held online and will generally last between 90-120 min, hosted by senior researchers and experts in the respective fields. 

Workshop 2: Designing a Suitable Methodological Approach

May 9, 2025, 14:00 (CET) (1h 30mins)

Lecturer: Dr Herminder Kaur, Senior Lecturer in Digital Sociology in the Department of Criminology and Sociology at Middlesex University, London Building on the previous session, this workshop introduces participants to key areas they need to consider to determine the most suitable methodological approach for investigating their research questions. Through interactive discussions and activities, attendees will explore traditional qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as innovative approaches emerging in media and communication studies. By critically engaging with different methodologies, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to align their research design with the objectives of their study.

If you would like to attend this workshop, please fill out the form HERE. Future sessions will be communicated in the coming weeks.

Workshop 3: Designing Research Tools

May 23, 14:00 (CET) (1h 30mins)

Lecturer: Dr Herminder Kaur, Senior Lecturer in Digital Sociology in the Department of Criminology and Sociology at Middlesex University, London

Whether conducting quantitative or qualitative primary research, you will likely develop research tools such as surveys, interview guides, or materials that facilitate data generation. If using a mixed-methods approach, you may need to create a combination of these tools. In this session, you will engage in designing quantitative survey questions and explore software options for creating and distributing surveys online. Additionally, you will be introduced to different types of interview questions and learn how to structure them effectively to gather rich, in-depth data.

If you would like to attend this workshop, please fill out the form HERE. Future sessions will be communicated in the coming weeks.