Series Announcement – Research in Action: The Why and How of Research Methodologies
LEC Fall 2025 Research Workshop Series:
Research in Action: The Why and How of Research Methodologies
Unlock your research potential with the Research Revealed Series. This five-part professional development experience is designed to empower faculty at all levels. Whether you are just starting out or returning to research, this series will build your confidence and skills in research methodologies that drive meaningful inquiry: quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and evidence-based research using the PICOT Framework (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, Time). Through guided discussions, interactive activities, and real-world examples, you will discover how to apply these methodologies effectively in academic, health care, and professional settings. Join a supportive network of peers growing together as confident researchers designing, conducting, and contributing impactful research advances in your field, health care practice, and in local and distant communities.
We encourage you to register for the full workshop series to gain the most benefit. You are welcome to attend as many sessions as your schedule allows. All sessions will be recorded and shared with the registrants.
Workshop Series Learning Objectives:
By the end of the Research Revealed Series, participants will:
1. Describe the key characteristics and purposes of quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and PICOT-based research approaches with confidence.
2. Identify which research questions align best with each methodology, helping to shape your own research focus.
3. Select the most appropriate research methodology tailored to your specific interests and professional goals.
4. Apply foundational research concepts to begin designing and conducting studies using one of the methodologies introduced, supported by practical tools and peer collaboration.
Upcoming Sessions
Evidence-Based PICOT Framework: Structure Your Inquiry. Strengthen Your Impact
October 15th, 2025 – 12:00p – 1:00p
Watch Previous Sessions
Research Revealed: Finding Your Starting Point
Ready to start or refocus your research goals? This first session of the Research Revealed Series provides a foundational overview of the core research methodologies that drive meaningful inquiry in academic, clinical, and professional settings. Through guided discussions and interactive digital activities, you will explore the essential characteristics of quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and evidence-based research using the PICOT framework. Whether you are new to research or returning with fresh questions, this session will help you identify the best methodological approach for your interests and prepare you for deeper exploration in the sessions ahead.
Foundations of Quantitative Research: Ask. Visualize. Analyze.
This 1-hour faculty development workshop offers a clear and practical introduction to the fundamentals of quantitative research. Designed for educators and clinicians to build their research skills, this session explores common research designs, key concepts, and the structure of effective quantitative research questions. Participants will engage in guided, hands-on activities using sample datasets, simple data visualizations, and generative AI tools to support basic data collection and analysis. Emphasis will be placed on selecting appropriate methods, interpreting data trends, and addressing challenges common to applied research. By the end of the session, participants will have foundational skills to begin integrating quantitative methods into scholarly or practice-based projects, with exposure to how generative AI tools can streamline early-stage research tasks.