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Dissertation Research Seminars

MIN 8802 Dissertation Research Seminar I: Formulating the Question

Students will define a problem or thesis from within their own ministry, develop the hypothesis and how it can be assessed, and consider possible research strategies and methodologies to carry out their dissertation project. 1 credit. Open only to D.Min. students. Dr. Wilson.

MIN 8801 Dissertation Research Seminar II: Bibliographic Research and Overview of the D. Min. Dissertation

Students will learn bibliographic research methods and the principles and practices of contemporary information environments. They will learn how to find, access, retrieve, and evaluate information stored both in electronic and print formats. Students also survey the varieties of D. Min. dissertations and methodologies involved. Students will work on a team project and conduct biblio­graphic research on a hypothetical disserta­tion topic during the intensive period. 1 credit. Open only to D.Min. students. Dr. Noda.

MIN 8803 Dissertation Research Seminar III: Research Design Strategies

Students will experientially learn the general principles and flow of conducting educational research by working on team project to be completed during the 2-week intensive. In preparation for the course, students will advance their research designs by interacting with web based learning resources and by engaging the professor and fellow classmates through an online learning portal. 1 credit. Open only to D.Min. students. Dr. Phillips.

MIN 8804 Dissertation Research Seminar IV: Designing the Project Proposal