SCED Science Education Subject Guide: Research Instruments
Welcome
Welcome to the Research Instruments page! Research instruments include surveys, tests, observation forms, interviews, psychometric instruments, and physiological devices used for data collection and measurement.
ERIC (via EBSCO) Research Instruments
Find Research Instruments in ERIC
- ERIC (via EBSCO) When searching in ERIC for instruments select “Test/Questionnaire” as the publication type (advanced search option)
There are a few different ways to search in ERIC:
Option 1 Find a specific Test:
To find articles where an instrument is used, follow these steps.
1. Click Advanced Search.
2. Scroll down to publication type and select Tests/Questionnaires,
3. Then enter your topic keyword in the search box and click Search.
Option 2 Locate Topic-Specific Tests:
1. Enter your topic keyword in the first box.
2. Then enter test* or survey* into the next box and select the field AB (abstract).
3. Click Search.
Option 3 Search by Assessment Survey Identifier:
1. Enter the Assessment Survey in the first box.
2. Choose SB Assessment and Survey Identifier from the dropdown menu in the search fields.
3. Click Search.
ETS TestLink Research Instruments
ETS TestLink Database
- ETS TestLink: Test Collection Database A database of more than 25,000 tests and other measurement devices, most of which were created by authors outside ETS.
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A comprehensive catalog from Educational Testing Service (ETS)
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Features over 25,000 tests and measurement tools.
- Includes educational, psychological, vocational, and personality tests.
- Find a specific test by instrument name, author, acronym, or keyword.
- Provides information on test availability and acquisition methods.
ERIC.gov Research Instruments
ERIC Educational Resources Information Center
Use ERIC Institute of Education Sciences to find specific tests, research instruments, test reviews, or tests used for specific variables.
Watch the video below, How to Use ERIC Identifiers to learn more.
Research Instruments: Dissertations & Theses
Comprehensive index to dissertations and theses from all fields of study
- Dissertations and Theses Indexes and abstracts doctoral dissertations and masters theses from over 1,000 North American and European universities. Many are full-text, others can be requested through ILL. CSULB theses published since 1997 are available full text, though recent CSULB theses (within the last six months) may not be available online yet. Coverage: 1637 to date.
Find a Specific Test/Find Test for a Variable
- Search by instrument name or by variable.
- Check the appendices of dissertations for the full-text instruments used.
Research Instruments Reommended Books
Handbook of Design Research Methods in Education
Research Design Handbooks
Education Research Methods & Instruments
Use pre-made search strings in OneSearch to locate materials on research methods and instruments
Science Education Assessment Resources
Explore these resources for assessing and enhancing science education outcomes.
- Assessment Tools in Informal Science (ATIS) A searchable database providing assessment tools for informal science learning aimed at helping educators and researchers improve program quality and student outcomes.
- STELAR - STEM Learning and Research Center Part of NSF's ITEST program, STELAR provides resources and projects that engage K-12 students in STEM and ICT, preparing them for future careers in these fields.
- National Science Teaching Associations NSTA Assessment Resources Offers a variety of tools for evaluating students’ understanding of science, their critical thinking skills, and their ability to apply scientific concepts to real-world situations.
Methodology Resources from SAGE
Access SAGE’s research methods and methodology content, including books, journals, and videos
- Sage Research Methods (SRM) A research methods tool with links to more than 100,000 pages from books and journals plus new videos on research methods from one of the top publishers of research methodology content. Primary focus is on methodology rather than disciplines, so it can be used across social and behavioral sciences.
