Standardized observation instruments will be examined in class. If students develop their own instrument, fellow students will offer a critique. The second project involves the student completing a fifteen-twenty page research paper on a topic chosen by the student and approved by the instructor. Papers must be word-processed, APA style and have a minimum of ten outside sources. Students are also responsible for completing a portfolio on class topics in which they need to develop additional knowledge and skill.
Students submit a log of reflective writing.
Outside reading from the bibliography is expected. Student teams address critical class issues through developing a group presentation. Collaborative teams are formed to reflect on practice and support each other s efforts. Students work in a variety of field settings while conducting their research activities. Effecting change in a resistant organization .