The Student Research Assistant Tutorial is a new, interactive and comprehensive online training module designed to introduce students to the basic principles of research at large, and of working as a Research Assistant in particular. With wider research networks emerging and more projects being independently managed on campus, Humber Research looks to set a precedent for informed and skilled student research assistants.

The free tutorial is offered by Humber as a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) through CourseSites by Blackboard and is available to students at any institution looking to promote effective, accurate and ethical research assistance. The tutorial provides an overview of the research process, distinguishes between types of methodology and analysis, and acts as an educational resource for students doing research in class or those hired as RAs for faculty led research.

The holistic framework divides the tutorial into 7 modules: Introduction to Research, Research Ethics, Project Management, Literature Reviews, Data Collection, Data Analysis, and Report Writing. Each interactive module uses videos, case studies, and quizzes to engage students in the research process and track their progress through the tutorial.

Humber students are also invited to complete Humber Research’s Research Assistant Training Program. Through the program, students who have successfully completed the online Student Research Assistant Tutorial, AODA and Health & Safety Training, and a minimum 30 hours of work as a research assistant will receive a certificate of completion.

To access the tutorial, click here and ‘Request enrollment.’

For more information on the tutorial or the Research Assistant Training Program offered by Humber Research, please contact:

Amanda Brown
Research Coordinator
Phone: (416) 675-6622 ext. 5721
Email: amanda.brown@humber.ca