Project Chapters

Project Chapters

1. Chap. 1: Introduction

   • What is the background surrounding my project idea?
     • Example: I am a teacher of research methods. I need my students to understand the Ethics involved in research.
       • What is the problem that I am trying to solve with my project?
         • What are the questions that arise from the problem I chose?
           • 1. What platform should I use to create a training module (Captivate? Storyboard? Softchalk?)
           • 2. Will all students be able to successfully complete the CITI training by using this module?
           • 3. What adult learning theories and strategies are most effective for this type of training?
         • Example: CSUF adopted a new system for training faculty and students on Participant Rights in Research. I need to create a training module for this new system that all students can use.

2. Chapter 2: Literature Review

   • What literature and research supports and informs my idea?
     • Example: Why is it important to train Masters candidates on ethical research practices?
       • What is the history of research participant abuse and subsequent laws and regulations?
         • What are effective adult learning theories and strategies for this type of training?

3. Chapter 3: Methods

   • How did I create my final product? How did I plan and carry out testing with SMEs?

4. Chapter 4: Results

   • Describe the final product and the feedback from the SMEs.

5. Chapter 5: Discussion

   • What will I do with the feedback from my SMEs and what I have learned by creating this project?