Don't forget to communicate your grant needs to the JMU Office of Sponsored Programs!
- JMU Office of Sponsored ProgramsAlways helpful resource to reference when submitting a grant application.
Working with human subjects research? Don't forget to align with IRB requirements!
- IRB Data SecurityCheck out the data security resources compiled by the helpful folks at the Office of Research Integrity.
Data Visualization Resources
If you are interested in learning more about data visualization, Duke University Libraries has one of the most comprehensive resources.
If you want to evaluate existing visualizations, or design yours to be as informative as possible, this checklist can help.
Software Support Resources
- SAGE Research Methods This link opens in a new windowA compilation of books, reference works, journal articles, and instructional videos from across the social sciences that helps users learn various research methodologies.
- LinkedIn Learning This link opens in a new windowStreaming video tutorials on over 2,000 courses in 3D animation, audio, business, CAD, design, development, photography, video creation, web design, and more.
Note: First time users can get started with these instructions.
- Statistical Consulting CenterThe statistical consulting center is staffed by faculty in the Mathematics & Statistics department who are interested in assisting consulting clients with general or specific statistical questions. We can assist in experimental design, data analysis, interpretation of results and statistical computing issues. The group members have expertise in a variety of statistical software including SPSS, SAS, R, Splus and Minitab.
- JMU IT HelpDeskThe Information Technology Help Desk serves as the central point of contact for the computing support needs of the JMU community.
Phone: (540) 568-3555; Email: helpdesk@jmu.edu; Online: Submit a Service Request
Software Available to JMU Students
- SPSSA comprehensive system for analyzing data. It can take data from almost any type of file and generate tabulated reports, plot distributions and trends, create charts and graphs, and perform descriptive and complex statistical analyses
- NVivoSoftware that supports qualitative and mixed methods research. It's designed to help you organize, analyze and find insights in unstructured, or qualitative data like: interviews, open-ended survey responses, articles, social media and web content.
- MinitabStatistical analysis software. It can be used for learning about statistics as well as statistical research
- Microsoft Excel (part of Office)JMU students can get a subscription to Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus at no cost for Windows and Macintosh computers. In addition, you may install it on up to 5 computers. Your subscription to Microsoft Office will remain as long as you are enrolled as a JMU student.
Data Management Resources
- University of Wisconsin Data Services YouTube ChannelThese short videos are excellent tutorials across various facets of data management, including spreadsheet best practices, data dictionaries, and computer security.
- ICPSR: Data Management PlansICPSR provides teaching tools and best practices that are especially helpful in the social sciences.
- UK Data Archive: Managing & Sharing DataUK focused, but extremely useful, granular information.
- NISO Primer on Research Data ManagementEasy to read NISO-produced primer document.