Introduction to Academic Research
General
Prefix
LIB
Course Number
180
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
University Library
Description
Students will understand the dynamic nature of academic research, including developing a research process, locating scholarly resources, and organizing scholarly information.
Credits
Min
1
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Identify academic expectations in relation to research in higher education; distinguish between reporting and research.
Outcome
Generate a research question, determine what questions are appropriate for an academic setting, and translate a research question into a research strategy.
Outcome
Select appropriate resources to support an academic inquiry, develop appropriate evaluation criteria, and communicate results of the research.
Outcome
Identify and use an appropriate citation style and apply correct practices in quoting, citing, and paraphrasing with an awareness of intellectual property and copyright.