Out of the Classroom and Into Our Research: Using Directed Independent Studies and Other Co-Curricular Activities to Promote Undergraduate Research
Presentation Type
Interactive Presentation
Location
BHC 128
Start Date
20-10-2012 10:10 AM
End Date
20-10-2012 10:55 AM
Description/Abstract
Involving students in faculty research projects through directed independent studies and other co-curricular activities offers opportunities for students to learn the research process through hands-on activities. Our presentation details the benefits and pitfalls of supervising undergraduate research through independent studies outside of the traditional classroom environment from a multidisciplinary perspective, including experiences from Engineering and Political Science faculty. We provide guidelines developed through practice, including helpful tips on identifying and recruiting students, student direction, and making sure the process works for the professor as well as the student.
Out of the Classroom and Into Our Research: Using Directed Independent Studies and Other Co-Curricular Activities to Promote Undergraduate Research
BHC 128
Involving students in faculty research projects through directed independent studies and other co-curricular activities offers opportunities for students to learn the research process through hands-on activities. Our presentation details the benefits and pitfalls of supervising undergraduate research through independent studies outside of the traditional classroom environment from a multidisciplinary perspective, including experiences from Engineering and Political Science faculty. We provide guidelines developed through practice, including helpful tips on identifying and recruiting students, student direction, and making sure the process works for the professor as well as the student.