INTS 302: McNair Spring Interim Research Methods

Course Description

INTRDSCP 302 is designed to prepare McNair scholars with limited research methods training for their McNair Summer Research Internship (MSRI). It is a one-credit Spring Interim Research Methods course led by two faculty members, one in the natural sciences and one in the social sciences. Scholars will be placed in either the science group or the social science group. Course objectives include: building a community of scholarship; connecting through interdisciplinary discussions; and developing a research-oriented mindset, strong critical thinking skills, and a common understanding of general principles of research design and ethics. Scholars will present their research proposals to their group and receive constructive feedback. The course will result in a carefully crafted MSRI research proposal and timeline. Prerequisites: Participants must be McNair Scholars and Junior or Senior in standing.