This course is concerned with the problems of developing, designing and conducting an individual research plan. More specifically, the course is designed to assist the first and second year doctoral students with the following:
1. A critical review of selection studies.
2. Identification of the trends in the body of research in order to become familiar with current concerns as well as to point out research needs.
3. Formulation and evaluation of researchable problems.
4. Development of a research design that employs appropriate methodology for dealing with the formulated problem.
5. Experiential learning through a simulated presentation of the overview to a committee comprised of class members and the instructor.
Graduate student may arrange individual work focusing on subjects or issues that are of interests to them, but are not available through regularly offered course work. This research work conducted preparatory to completion of the thesis or professional project as well as other approved research. Finally, the candidates for Master’s or Doctoral Degree must submit an independent study petition and secure approval of their advisor and of the faculty member sponsoring the study.