Social Science Research

Windwalker Corporation applies social science research methods to promote understanding and inform change processes in organizations. Research and analysis designs are based on client needs, prior research, and our dedication to providing meaningful results.

Windwalker Corporation conducts original and secondary research, using quantitative and qualitative methods as needed. Areas of expertise include research design, instrument development, data collection and management, data analysis, and results interpretation and reporting.

Survey Research

• Large-scale and small-scale survey research
• Survey development
• Validity studies
• Database development and management
• Data collection including paper-based, mail, and web-based survey administration
• Data analysis using quantitative and qualitative statistical software
• Results interpretation and reporting

National Data Collection Efforts

• Recruitment planning and materials development
• Training development for recruitment activities
• Recruitment of study participants through telephone, regular mail, and e-mail
• Detailed database tracking of recruitment progress

Data Collection Methods

• Survey and questionnaire
• Interviews
• Focus groups
• Knowledge and skills assessment
• Observation
• Secondary data

Data Analysis

• Quantitative analysis including descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and advanced modeling techniques
• Validity studies
• Qualitative analysis
• Return on Investment

Assessment

• Item development
• Expertise in student assessment including NCLB-related initiatives
• Large-scale assessment
• Performance assessment
• Validity studies

Literature Reviews

• Literature searches
• Literature analysis and synthesis
• Results reporting

Technical Assistance in Research

• Materials development
• Telephone and e-mail assistance
• Detailed database tracking of technical assistance provided
• Specialized assistance in experimental and quasi-experimental design and implementation