Presents, if appropriate, objectives, recommendations, and action steps to be taken in the implementation of the change. A complete and accurate list of references must be included. A Practical Guide , Sage Publications, 1993. Friday, August 31. Review course schedule, time lines, structure and format for the course.
Students discuss initial ideas on project topics.
Professors will make a presentation on the research question. The one-page draft of your research statement should be accompanied by a preliminary literature review with at least three references drawn from appropriate scholarly or professional publications. Should include title, brief discussion of the importance of the issue, draft research question, and a preliminary outline for a research design. Friday, September 21. There will also be some peer-review of work completed to date on research projects, and individual consultation with faculty.