Cedar Lake Research Group provides consultation on research design, program evaluation, and communication of design, analysis, and results. Priority is given to projects focused on conservation, science education, natural resource management, or environmental sustainability, in addition to other areas of educational and social research.

Here are some examples of services which can be provided as part of a collaborative team, as complete projects, as stand-alone services, or as consultation or coaching for your team:

  • Assistance with project design, strategic planning, and proposal writing to clearly plan, align, and communicate your goals, activities, resources, and timelines -- including methods for gaining feedback and evaluation data for effective project management and accountability.
  • Design and implementation of surveys, interview and focus group protocols, performance indicator systems, online data collection and data management systems, case study and observational studies, and other tools for gathering and managing information on project and program performance.
  • Design and implementation of small or large scale experimental and quasi-experimental research designs for rigorous impact studies.
  • Analysis, interpretation, and integration of qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Written and visual presentation of data and findings.
  • Reviews, recommendations, and technical editing of proposals, plans, reports, and communications.