OLI 7101 Disciplined Inquiry and Writing
This course aims to create critical consumers of published research. Students will learn to interpret, analyze and evaluate the quality of published research. Students will focus on how studies are designed and executed with an eye toward understanding the validity of the study findings and conclusions. Time will be spent on methods of data collection and analysis. Students will also be expected to strengthen their writing skills and learn how to adapt their writing style to various academic and professional contexts.