EXSC 350

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Research Methods and Evidence Based Practices

Exercise Sciences College of Life Sciences

Course Description

This class will help students: 1) develop skills to access and evaluate scientific literature, 2) value the role of systematic investigation of diverse resources in personal and professional decision making, and 3) prepare to participate in meaningful mentored research with professors.

When Taught

Fall Odd Years

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3

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Evaluate

Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate research to frame an issue.  

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Purpose

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to answer the question: How does participating in and evaluating research help me make informed decisions and seek after/discern truth?

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Formulate

Learning Outcome

Formulate insightful research questions.

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Design

Learning Outcome

Select the most appropriate study design to answer a specific hypothesis-driven question.

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Communicate

Learning Outcome

Become proficient scientific communicators through oral, visual, and written means.

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Balance

Learning Outcome

Balance an individual's considerations with group conclusions in decision-making.

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Informed Decision-Making

Learning Outcome

Use systematic research practices to make informed decisions in all aspects of life.