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Members may be interested in this new, advanced level training course from the Social Research Association: 'Quality in Social Research', aimed at qualitative and quantitative researchers. May 23 & 24, London. More information: http://www.the-sra.org.uk/training/2012/quality_in_social_research_2324052012.htm Assessing quality in social research is a difficult and contentious area. But in a time of economic cutbacks it is vital to maintain quality in newly commissioned or in-house research, and appraise quality when reviewing published material. Not only are there many different approaches and criteria, but questions about the desirability, feasibility, status, scope and application of quality standards remain unresolved. This course offers practical insight into how to deal with the 'quality issue' for both qualitative and quantitative research. During the course participants will: - Review their own quality standards, - Become familiar with key debates and issues in assessing quality (both philosophical and practical), - Learn about a range of quality assessment tools, - Practice applying criteria to different types of research activities: proposals, conduct, outputs (articles, journals, books), - Understand the respective strengths and weaknesses of formal and informal assessment, and - Form their own opinions about key issues and challenges in the quality field. Cost of this 2-day course: £350 for SRA members, £450 for non-members.