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	Expand Your Expertise: Qualitative, Hybrid, and Cross-Methods Courses

Prof. Derek Beach, Aarhus University

Methods for Building Better Theories

Bridge the gap between sophisticated research designs and simple theoretical explanations. This workshop uses within-case and cross-case comparative methods to help you craft more persuasive, interesting theories—the essential ingredient for successfully publishing in top-tier research outlets.

Prof Sebastian Kernbach, University of St. Gallen

Design Thinking for Research

Inspired by Stanford’s "Research as Design," this workshop moves beyond rigid processes to apply playful creativity and visual thinking in your research work. You will learn to prototype your papers, overcome research blocks like procrastination, build sustainable routines and more!

Dr K. Lobinger, USI & Dr P. Prieto-Blanco, U. of Lancaster

Visual Data and Visual Methods in Social Sciences

This workshop treats visual data as both a research object and a methodological tool. It covers the collection and analysis of images and video—including photo elicitation and visual ethnography—while addressing the ethical challenges and reflexivity inherent in visual research designs.

Dr Patrick A. Mello, Vrije University Amsterdam

Qualitative Comparative Analysis (QCA)

Dive into QCA to capture the causal complexity inherent in social sciences. Using the R software environment, you will move from the foundations of set theory to advanced multi-method applications, gaining a systematic framework for identifying diverse patterns in comparative research.