OSP Research Design & Data Analysis Lab

Research Design & Data Analysis Lab

Office of Sponsored Programs

About Us

The mission of the Office Sponsored Programs (OSP) Research Design and Data Analysis Lab is to support research at The University of Texas at Tyler by providing students, faculty, and staff with expert guidance in developing research designs and methods and conducting data analyses that are based on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed method approaches.

Our Objectives

Provide guidance in the development of research designs and methods for the use with quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches including one-on-one consulting, workshops, and tutorials online.
Develop a repository of online resources on research approaches, designs, methods, and data analysis for use by students, faculty, staff, and beyond.

Our Team

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Meet our staff

Resources

Visit our resources page to help you with academic writing, qualtrics, data science research, qualitative research, quantitative research, and machine learning.

Upcoming Webinars and Workshops

TOPIC	DESCRIPTION	DATE	TIME	SPEAKER	REGISTER
Taking the Big Step: From Research to Drafting	This one-hour webinar will cover what is sometimes the most uncomfortable part of the research process: writing the initial draft. We will discuss ways to lessen the stress of moving from pure research to writing, but we will also cover strategies you can use to start writing and make good initial progress.	11/3/26	10am-11am	Dr. Marcus Hensel	REGISTER NOW

Is Latent Factor Analysis Right for You?	Do your survey or assessment items measure the constructs you intend? This workshop introduces latent factor analysis as a tool for examining underlying dimensions in faculty research and assessment. Through practical examples, participants will explore the differences between exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, consider data and sample requirements, and learn to recognize when factor analysis fits their research questions. No prior experience with factor analysis is required.	11/10/26	12pm-1pm	Dr. Brandon Bretl	REGISTER NOW

Fall 2026 Qualitative Book Club: Meeting #4 Book Club Overview	To read and discuss the most essential books on qualitative research, share scholarly and practical know-how for conducting qualitative research, and offer a space conducive to stimulating future research collaborations among qualitative researchers at UT Tyler and beyond. (Analyzing case study evidence) Chapter 5 (pp. 164-201)	11/12/26	12pm-1pm	Dr. Matt Stevenson, Dr. Yonjoo Cho & Dr, Ramiro Pesina	REGISTER NOW

Qualitative Data Initiation (Where will you find your data?)	To provide a collaborative, hands-on space for qualitative researchers who are planning or developing projects to explore where and how they might identify, access, and collect qualitative data. Participants are encouraged to bring research ideas, developing questions, potential projects, or early-stage data plans to share with colleagues. Together, participants will brainstorm possible data sources, consider approaches to data collection, share experiences and resources, and receive feedback from researchers across disciplines. This is a workshop format rather than a lecture, with an emphasis on conversation, networking, and collaborative problem-solving, so come prepared to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from fellow researchers at UT Tyler.	11/18/26	12pm-1pm	Dr. Matt Stevenson	REGISTER NOW

Fall 2026 Qualitative Book Club: Meeting #5 Book Club Overview	To read and discuss the most essential books on qualitative research, share scholarly and practical know-how for conducting qualitative research, and offer a space conducive to stimulating future research collaborations among qualitative researchers at UT Tyler and beyond. (Reporting case studies) Chapters 5 (pp. 218-248)	12/3/26	12pm-1pm	Dr. Matt Stevenson, Dr. Yonjoo Cho & Dr, Ramiro Pesina	REGISTER NOW

Watch recordings and resources from past webinars and workshops.