EDU 590 Integrative Research Seminar

A capstone course in which students engage in the production of a research project that integrates knowledge and pedagogy from coursework as they investigate a contemporary issue in education. Students develop knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research approaches. They explore methods, techniques, and modes of inquiry related to these approaches, as well as data sources, evidence, and data collection methods, analyses, and findings. Students share research findings in symposium format. Roundtable discussions, poster sessions, demonstrations, exhibits, displays, traditional talks, and debates are possible options the instructor may select for presentation of research. Cross-listed as SED 590. Prerequisite: EPY 500 or SED 506. Prerequisite or co-requisite: completion (or concurrent completion) of all course work except student teaching, student teaching seminar, and portfolio. Fall, Spring, Summer. (3 credits)