Advanced Science Research 2

ADVANCED SCIENCE RESEARCH 2 – (Year Course, 1 Unit, Grade 10 – 3 Periods/cycle + Independent Study) 

This course is the foundation of a three-year sequence designed to provide students with hands-on working experience in research methodology. The course is directed towards students who wish to pursue advanced areas of original research. During this year, students will be assisted in identifying and focusing on an area of research. They will be taught bibliographic research techniques including the use of college libraries, the Internet, and professional databases. In addition, students will contact potential mentors with the goal of locating a research facility in which they can pursue actual research during the year. In addition to the class meetings, each student will meet individually with the teacher once every 12 school days to monitor progress and ensure that all goals and objectives are being met. Students may obtain college credit from SUNY Albany.