ORLD 8901

Credits: 1 cr.

Course Description:
The outcome of the course is a completed research proposal approved by the advisor, ORLD 8901 instructor and MAOL director. During the term you identify your topic, select an advisor and interact with the instructor and other students to test out ideas and receive feedback on drafts of your work. Other activities include reading completed MAOL theses or action project papers, attending presentations by those completing their program and meeting with the proposed advisor. You are assessed on your abilities to do research, synthesize materials, develop a feasible research design, complete a persuasive and logical research proposal using MAOL guidelines, develop a partnership with an advisor, coach others on their research ideas, and integrate leadership and ethics into the research approach. S/U grading. You must register for ORLD 8980 Leadership Action Project the following term. Note: Because of the credits and the extensive use of Blackboard technology, the course is comprised of five required sessions and tw0 optional sessions. Consult the syllabus for dates.

Prerequisites:
ORLD 7100 and completion of 30 credits.