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Embark on a journey of academic exploration as we introduce three new courses set to launch in January 2024. These courses offer insights into the realms of research ethics, fact-checking, and the art of sampling for research.


Research Ethics for Beginners

Instructor: Maria K. E. Lahman

 

Dive into the world of ethical inquiry with Research Ethics for Beginners, led by the distinguished Professor Maria K. E. Lahman. Delve into the historical and contemporary dimensions of research ethics, challenging the boundaries of conventional thought.

Key Learning Objectives:

  • Unravel the intricacies of varied research ethics

  • Challenge your assumptions with aspirational research ethics

  • Illuminate the importance of beneficence, autonomy, and justice

  • Develop a culturally responsive research ethics stance that transcends conventional paradigms

This course serves as an initiation for new undergraduates across disciplines and a dynamic refresher for those seeking to elevate their ethical research practices.

Fact-Checking Sources

Instructor: Sarah Morris

 

Prepare to navigate information with Fact-Checking Sources. Under the adept guidance of librarian and curriculum designer Sarah Morris, this course propels you into the forefront of critical information and media literacy. Brace yourself for a journey through the nuanced landscape of source credibility and effective fact-checking.

Key Learning Objectives:

  • Surge through different stages of fact-checking with finesse

  • Examine sources with a discerning eye

  • Deploy advanced strategies for in-depth fact-checking

  • Master the art of presenting impeccably fact-checked work to diverse audiences

This course is tailor-made for students immersed in research projects and for those hungry for a high-energy infusion of fact-checking prowess.

 

Sampling for Beginners

Instructor: Paul Silvia

 

Join Professor Paul Silvia in Sampling for Beginners, a course that is not merely an introduction; but rather a dynamic exploration into the art and science of ethical sampling.

Key Learning Objectives:

  • Navigate the complexities of populations, samples, and elements

  • Revel in the diversity of sampling methods, from probability to non-probability

  • Confront ethical challenges with analytical acumen

  • Hone strategies to reduce sampling error and bias

This course caters to undergraduates seeking a profound understanding and to postgraduates and early-career researchers yearning for a rigorous refresher.


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