GEOG 415R

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Geographic Field Methods

Geography College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Learning different methods used by geographers in the field through hands-on involvement in real faculty research.

When Taught

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Field Work and the Scientific Method

Learning Outcome

Practice the scientific method, including developing research questions, conceptual framework, research design, sample collection, and data analysis

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Communication skills

Learning Outcome

Communicate scientific research by developing a professional-quality poster and presentation

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Literature

Learning Outcome

Conduct a thorough review of scientific literature to establish a conceptual framework for your research question.

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FIeldwork

Learning Outcome

Develop an appropriate field research design and carry it out, including sampling of vegetation and environmental data

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Communication

Learning Outcome

Communicate your research results orally and in writing

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Analysis

Learning Outcome

Conduct laboratory and statistical analysis of data collected in the field

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Research question and hypotheses

Learning Outcome

Develop a specific research question with testable hypotheses