3 credits
Spring 2025 Lecture Distance Learning Upper DivisionAn intensive course in research methods to assist students in developing a topic for directed study. Introduction to various research tools; exercises exploring issues of style, content, and organization; research methods and how they pertain to art and design. Permission of department required.
Learning Outcomes1Identify and develop effective research skills and methods as they apply to individual thesis projects.
2Analyze and critique existing scholarship.
3Design an effective thesis statement, devise a research plan and begin conducting research.
4Practice critical writing skills through peer review of section drafts.