AP Research/ASPIRE

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. OTCRA A/B

Semesters: 2, Credits: 1

Prerequisites: Advanced Placement Seminar, Enrollment in ASPIRE Academy

Recommended: Senior Classification

Required Course for Capstone Certificate or Diploma

In Advanced Humanities Research, students develop the skills and discipline necessary to conduct independent research to produce and defend a scholarly academic thesis. This course allows students to explore deeply an academic topic, problem, or issue of individual interest and through this inquiry, students design, plan, and conduct a year-long mentored, research-based investigation. The course culminates in an academic thesis paper of approximately 5,000 words and a presentation, performance, or exhibition with an oral defense. ASPIRE students who choose this course will be co-seated with STEM students.