Intro to Prin. of Com-Eng Res..

Catalog description

This course will provide an introduction to the principles of community-engaged research to students from diverse disciplines. Students will be introduced to key community-engaged research competencies, including the fundamental principles, identifying key stakeholders, and developing a basic understanding of collaborations with community partners. Students will complete the course with the skills necessary to identify the key concepts, barriers, and opportunities to engage different stakeholders and to communicate with different audiences. This course will be highly interactive, and students will participate in online discussion groups and complete various assignments, which will provide a practical application of the key principles. Students will have the opportunity to use technology to create an interactive learning environment. Importantly, students will have the opportunity to learn from and with community members to further inform their understanding of community-engaged research.