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Registration opens for course series on AI, statistics and machine learning

Registration is open for a new series of short courses that will explore various approaches to large-scale data analysis.The four NCRM courses will cover traditional …

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Sparking ‘aha’ moments in research methods teaching and NCRM’s long term contribution

Two nice things happened to me recently. First, I got to work with a brilliant team to co-create Sparking ‘Aha’ Moments: A Resource for Teaching …

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Video series explores big qual data analysis

A new series of free videos explores various approaches to big qualitative data analysis.The series offers vital methodological guidance through four distinct sessions: Big Qualitative …

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Training modules provide practical advice on participatory methods

NCRM has published a series of training modules on participatory research.The seven-part video series provides practical advice for researchers working with various groups, including children, …

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Watch webinar on qualitative analysis and large language models

The recording of a webinar on qualitative analysis and large language models (LLMs) is now available to watch on the NCRM website.Five speakers explored the potential …

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When behavioural research meets generative AI: promises, pitfalls and practical guidance

Imagine you have two months to complete a systematic review on an unfamiliar topic. Faced with the possibility of identifying more relevant papers than you could …

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Qualitative research and generative AI: reflections on an NCRM seminar

Should qualitative researchers be using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI)? Recently, more than 400 internationally renowned qualitative researchers co-signed a commentary rejecting GenAI for reflexive qualitative …

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NCRM to continue delivering training after December 2025

NCRM will continue to deliver research methods training courses and activities after the end of its current six-year phase.From January 2026, the centre will run …