ABS 401 Independent Inquiry in the Behavioral Sciences

In this course, students revise their research proposal completed in previous/concurrent coursework in the program and implement an independent research project engaging in self-directed inquiry. This inquiry is guided by the research concepts that include: review of the topics covered in the Applied Behavioral Sciences program to guide the student in honing the choice of a research topic; role of background research in constructing a research program; proper construction of a research design plan; methodologies of assessing human behavior; proper means for analyzing research data; and construction of a useful summary research report. Pre-requisite(s): ABS 340, ABS 431 and LIBR 300; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): ABS 400. 2 quarter hours