Integrating Research with Outreach

Catalog description

This course is designed to help students realize their outreach goals by participating in outreach programs and projects. Students work independently on outreach projects under the supervision of the instructor. These projects encompass any area of the student's discipline that is of interest to the student. Through the process of conducting outreach, students learn to share their excitement and enthusiasm for their subject area and research with a general audience. The practical skills and techniques learned through the course involve: public presentation, lesson planning, program evaluation, planning and conducting outreach, and research/science communication skills. This independent study/field study-style course will a prepare students from all disciplines to share their research and expertise with the general public and beyond. Credit Hour s : 3