|
Learn more about how ARC supports
academic research:
ARC can take
on any phase of a project, or conduct the entire study. In addition to
performing research responsibilities, we can manage every aspect of a
project: obtaining the necessary approvals from Institutional Review Boards
(IRB's) and government agencies; developing and managing the project budget;
integrating quantitative and qualitative methods into an experimental,
quasi-experimental, or exploratory design; and, hiring/supervising
appropriate staff and consultants. Follow this link to review two
Harvard-affiliated studies we recently
supported.
[top
of page]
ARC draws on
theoretical sophistication with practical experience to identify the best
constructs to measure. Where appropriate instruments do not exist, we
develop them. For surveys in need of refinement and validation,
we conduct thorough factor analyses and reliability testing. Follow
this link to review a selection of survey instruments
we have developed and implemented in rigorous projects.
[top
of page]
The quality of analyses
that can be performed depends on the quality of the data that is collected.
ARC excels at engaging participants with respect and
|
"honest evaluation and honorable treatment of people."
Stephen Menchini,
Communities in
Schools, NY |
genuine dedication to learning. As
a result, participants focus better on
surveys and provide more honest answers. They also spend more time and
share more genuinely in interviews. We travel nationwide to do onsite
work.
[top
of page]
We use Microsoft Excel and
Access to manage statistical data and JMP (SAS for Windows) to analyze
it. When coding qualitative data, we can work independently or
collaborate with a team to enhance insight and reliability. We
specialize in relating quantitative and qualitative data to form holistic
models that yield outstanding insight on outcomes and the processes that
generate them. Where appropriate, ARC partners with experts to apply
specific analytic approaches. We pursue leads in the data until we
understand them because we recognize that findings we report will guide
programming and funding decisions.
[top
of page]
ARC tailors reporting to
those who will read it. We provide scientific detail when writing for
sophisticated funders or for publication, and we avoid jargon when writing
for practitioners. We always write with clarity and accuracy.
Please consider the following links and references for examples of ARC's
writing:
[top
of page]
|
