Research allows you to pursue your interests, to learn something new, to hone your problem-solving skills and to challenge yourself in new ways. Working on a research project gives you the opportunity work closely with a mentora faculty member or other experienced researcher. The significance of research cannot be understated. It is integral to succeeding in school as well as in many professions, such as law, writing, and business. The main purposes of research are to inform action, gather evidence for theories, and contribute to developing knowledge in a field of study. Knowledge is commonly described as a factual proposition in an individual's mind. It essentially refers to facts based on objective insights and/or study findings processed by the human brain. It can be acquired through various means, such as reading books and articles, listening to experts, watching documentaries or investigative shows, conducting scientific experiments, and interacting with other people. Facts collected during research can be checked against other sources to ensure truthfulness and accuracy. The ability to conduct research and to prepare long reports and papers within contemporary organizations will be relevant to your employment opportunities. In his article, "Epistemology," Yale University's David Truncellito identifies three kinds of knowledge: procedural (competence or know-how), acquaintance (familiarity), and propositional (description of "a fact or a state of affairs").

Format

Crit Sessions

Verbal contributions to discussions

Written and research contributions to all meetings and discussions

5 7-page formal paper

1.5 spaces/Arial font/Bibliography & Title page separate from report

Primary Source relevant to your topic (Interview/Survey)