Syllabus
This class is designed to help students prepare for the thesis and
capstone requirement by
- explaining university procedures
- helping with development of pilot studies and experimental designs
- preparing IRB applications where necessary
- developing a project plan
- guiding students through initial stages of the research
Class Meetings
8/30 Thesis vs. capstone, initial ideas, plan for the term
9/20 Initial project idea sharing, critiques
10/4 IRB applications, pilot study planning
10/25 Group draft critique
11/15 Group draft critique
12/6 Final presentations
Grading
Project idea sketch 15% Due 9/20
Project draft 1 15% Due 10/25
Project draft 2 15% Due 11/15
Final presentation 15% Due 12/6
Class Participation 40%
Assignments will be discussed and used in class. They are due at the
beginning of class on the day they are due. Late assignments will receive
no credit.
You must attend class on the session dates and participate actively and
productively in the discussions and interactions. Your participation will
be a large part of your grade for the class.