It all comes down to having the skills
to find things out and the ability to
share information in an engaging way.
Communication skills are crucial in social research. The best researchers know how
to ask questions, present evidence and explain conclusions; excellent communication requires active listening,
a thorough understanding of the subject matter and close attention to detail.
REPORT | Our analysis of responses to a public consultation on proposals to create a new legal definition of school age childcare, commissioned by The Scottish Government, is now published.
TRAINING | To develop her skills, our Research Officer Laura Mallis attended The Social Research Association’s Depth Interviewing Skills training.
EVENT | Last week, Senior Researcher Abi Sharp attended The Scottish Parliament’s Community Open Day, hosted by the Participation and Communities Team.