RES 7106 Disciplined Inquiry I

This course introduces students to the dissertation research process and helps them visualize ways to frame their research interests and develop related research questions. Students will learn about research methods, with a particular focus on qualitative methods. The course will investigate the design and use of qualitative research methods and develop an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of the different research approaches. It builds skills in writing using APA format and skills in searching for, evaluating, and organizing academic literature with an emphasis on conducting and writing literature searches and analyzing and properly communicating research results.