Course Overview

Welcome to Research 101!

Purpose & Overview: This course was designed to either catch you up on the how-tos of research or supplement what you've already learned. In this course, you'll find information about

• what research is and why people research (and yes, you will use this later on in life)

• the research process and finding information

• authority of sources (aka finding the right information)

• documenting and organizing your research

• citing your research

• sharing your research

• and writing research essays

Objectives:

• After completing the course, the student will be able to independently use learning to become independent researchers.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to list several purposes for research.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to determine reliable resources for research.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to navigate commonly used databases and research platforms.

• After completing the course, the student will be able to find, organize, and present information in a useful way.

There are six modules to work through. Each have activities, videos, discussions, and other resources to both teach you and help you work through the process. Check out the Resources module for extra help or feel free to email your librarian for individualized questions or help.

Technology: You will use Canvas to complete the module. Outside of Canvas, you will utilize Google Suite and various databases and information sources.

Technology Support: I'm happy to help you where I can with technology support and troubleshooting. I'm also happy to give you a personalized crash course on how to use Canvas. Feel free to email me to set up an appointment time. If you have some quick questions, our school district's Student Tech Hub website is in your bookmarks and linked here

Links to an external site.

. There's A TON of information and video tutorials about Canvas there.

Navigating the Course: You can navigate the course by using the tabs on the left side of the screen. Each of the notes sections have been labeled as pages, so to view all of the notes for this course at once, click Pages. Check your grades (if you are taking this course to earn the certificate) by using the Grades tab. My suggestion is that you use the Modules tab to work through the course. it is intentionally designed to be completed in order, but I have opened all of the modules since it is entirely self-paced. Start with Module 1 and work your way down. If the last module does not apply to you, skip it.

Grading & Due Dates: If your teacher has assigned this course to you, you must complete each of the graded assignments with proficiency (80% average) in order to earn the certificate and digital badge. This is an asynchronous course, and there are no due dates; however, your individual teacher may choose to give you a due date. Upon completion of each module, the librarian will "grade" and provide feedback for you to continue working. I will grade your submissions within two days in order for you to continue working through the modules at your own pace.

Once you've completed the modules, and I have graded and given feedback, I will email you with a notice of completion, the certificate, and the digital badge; I will also copy your teachers. If your work needs revision, I will email you with specific instructions, feedback, and options for help.

Participation & Etiquette: You won't receive participation grades; however, you must participate in the discussions, which will be graded according to the attached rubrics. When participating, please remember to be appropriate and respectful of the others who have taken or will take this course and will be exposed to your writing. Anyone not following the school's code of conduct or being negative will be removed from the course and referred to the principal for further disciplinary action.

This isn't designed to be hard, just informative. *I repeat:* this is not designed to be hard. Don't stress! Use it in the way you need to learn more about research.

Research is very much a part of the life of a responsible adult. Learn and practice good habits now! Feel free to contact me with any questions. I respond to emails within 24 hours during school days. My information is below and you can visit my Canvas profile to learn more about me and my credentials if you're interested. Happy researching!