Theory — What theory is (and is not), and how it anchors a study.
Introduction — Framing the problem and writing a strong problem statement.
Literature Reviews — Purpose, review types (PRISMA, scoping, integrative), and the Cooper taxonomy.
Methodology — Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods — what a Method section needs.
Results — Presenting findings clearly and objectively.
Discussion — Interpreting results and linking them to prior work.
Conclusion — Closing the loop on objectives, the problem, and your contribution.

The full doctoral arc — timeline, roles, topic selection, and chapter structures.

Dissertations — Dissertations Dr. Turner has chaired or served on, with abstracts.

Tools, downloads, and curated method guides.

SLR Search Coach — Free, AI-assisted coaching from a vague topic to a full search strategy.
Combined PRISMA + Hart Search Guide (PDF) — Step-by-step systematic searching and transparent reporting.
Student Toolkit (PDF) — Worksheets and templates for planning a review.
Question-Framework Cheat Sheet (PDF) — PICO, CIMO, SPIDER, PEO, and PCC at a glance.
Literature Review & Evidence Synthesis Methods — Guide plus a curated, cited reading list.
Research Methods for Groups & Teams — Methods and readings for studying groups and teams.
Causal Inference & Research Design — Designing studies that support causal claims.
Theory Building in Applied Research — Approaches to building and refining theory.
Research Rigor, Ethics & Open Science — Rigor, ethics, and open-science practices.
Qualitative Methods Toolkit — Qualitative designs, analysis, and trustworthiness.

On Writing — The craft of academic writing: clarity, rewriting, integrity, and why papers get rejected.

Still not sure where to go?

Bring a question, a topic, or a draft — office hours are open to any student or mentee.