Appalachian Studies 595

APST 595: Research in Appalachia.

Prerequisite:  Permission of instructor and/or chair

Credit Hours: (3)

Will vary as topics vary. Currently the course focuses on research in communities served by the Appalachian Arts and Studies in the Schools program (AASIS).

Note(s): May be repeated for credit when content differs.

Detailed Description of Content of Course

Each proposal for this research course must include a description of the course's content and a rationale for conducting research into this particular topic. Primary and secondary sources of reading should be listed, as well as other kinds of resources to be used, such as videotapes, films, field recordings, and archival holdings. Details should be provided about the field research to be conducted and the information to be collected, the kinds and purposes of writing assignments, any oral presentations to be given, and other projects and performances that may be part of the course.

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

A proposal for a research course must include a description of how the course will be carried out. The plan should detail the kinds of instruction intended and other interactions between students and professor. If other resource people or informants are key elements in the course, their roles and the nature of their interactions with the students should also be described.

Goals and Objectives of the Course

A proposal for a research course must include a description of the course's goals and objectives, which should reflect what the student will know and/or be able to do as a result of the course. These will vary according to topic and procedure and may focus on both content and process.

Assessment Measures

A proposal for a research course must include a plan for evaluating students' performances. The assessment activities must be designed to measure student outcomes in the course.

Other Course Information

A proposal for a research course must not repeat the content of regularly offered courses. The purpose is to offer students the opportunity to explore areas not available under the aegis of other established courses.

Review and Approval
April 2007 Reviewed by Dr. Grace Toney Edwards, Chair
May 2007