SLAS 7000 Doctoral Dissertation
Development of an original contribution to knowledge based on independent investigation and research in consultation with a Dissertation Committee. Students complete an original study and produce a written dissertation document defended to a Dissertation Committee. Course topics include but are not limited: thesis development; research design; literature review; dissertation format standards; time management; committee formation; IRB training and clearance; and project management. The course will guide students in the process of data collection and analysis, forming recommendations and suggestions and preparing for a dissertation defense.