Looking for texts on principles of research methods
I'm going to start delving deeper into research on a pet subject of mine, and really need to start referring to material that discusses prudent research methods in vogue today.
Most online degree programs offer a starter course on research methods, and I'd be obliged for pointers towards links or .pdfs that discuss the subject.
I've got an Elements of Style book handy, but if there are any tid bits regarding historical research citations, those would be appreciated as well.
My goals at ehis point are to produce an online article for the militaryhistoryonline.com page, and hopefully something with more substance (on the same subject) from there.
As a follow-on question...
If you had to interview a WW II veteran with cloak-and-dagger experience (of sorts) about his participation in various missions, what sort of questions would you pose to him?
I'm trying to get a sense of what others might want to know, as I know I stand where I sit on too many things. :D