Applied Research Project I – Information Literacy   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Addendum
   

MP 515A - Applied Research Project I – Information Literacy


Prerequisite(s): Approval of the student’s Applied Research Project (ARP) proposal by instructor is required. This course introduces students to the Applied Research Project (ARP). It provides a thorough overview of the ARP process, including examples of acceptable ARPs, ongoing means of support for the project, and a timeline for project completion. The course focuses on academic writing and basic technologies and methodologies used to conduct research in the social sciences and which are needed to complete the ARP. Library sources and electronic search tools and services are reviewed. (1 credit)