ENG 472 - Research Methods for Workplace Writers

Description:
This course introduces students to a variety of workplace writing research methods and practices. Formerly ENG 312, students may not receive credit for both. ENG 472 and ENG 572 are layered courses; a student may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: ENG 301 and ENG 310.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of workplace writing research methods.
Compare and contrast the advantages and limitations of a variety of workplace writing research methods.
Propose research using one or two specific workplace writing research methods.
Design research projects using commonly used written report documents.
Demonstrate presentation skills appropriate to a workplace writing research project.
Demonstrate collaboration skills.
Conduct ethical low-risk research with human participants.

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