Each section will use a case study for your evaluation. In the initial cases you will be supplied with a research case study and asked to answer specific questions. In later cases, you will be asked to find an appropriate case for critique and analysis. Each student will write an 8-10 page research proposal. Topics and initial draft outline must be submitted and approved at the completion of Section Three.
Specific guidelines are available online.
Adequate understanding of basic ideas, concepts and principles. Basic application to research issues in educational settings. General understanding is good and presented in a well organized, coherent manner without obvious misconceptions and misstatements. Clear, direct and well formulated and articulated connections between theory and practice. Innovative thinking that goes well beyond the presented material.