Social Science Research Assistant how-to

How to Run a Research Session with Participants

Consistency protects data.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Consistency protects data. In short: prepare; greet; get, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Prepare materials.

  2. Greet participants.

  3. Get consent.

  4. Follow the script.

  5. Debrief.

  6. Record notes.

Safety reminders for social science research assistants

  • Protect participant data
  • Follow IRB protocols
  • Store data securely
  • Report problems to the PI

Qualitative research · Quantitative research · Sample · IRB · Literature review · PI: see the full social science research assistant glossary.

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