The emphasis on this course is investigating the context in which students work including identifying major issues on site and the ways in which changes take place. During this course, students identify a site topic for their year-long collaborative inquiry and develop questions to lead that inquiry.
Students also begin a review of research literature around their topic.
Students continue to work collaboratively with others at their work site to move ahead on the inquiry. During this quarter students complete a synthesis of the research literature they have read. They also explore how conducting collaborative inquiry relates to bold, socially responsible leadership. The emphasis of this course is on data analysis and presentation of findings. The culminating activity of the research cohort is a presentation to a panel of practitioners and faculty.