Doctoral Proposal Development III: Crafting Specific Aims, Rationale and Conceptual Framework

1 Credit.

Creates a focused, small group environment for the entering IH PhD students, which actively engages them in relevant content necessary for success in the PhD program. Supports and extends beyond those topics taught in the classroom setting. Provides an opportunity to engage with peers and faculty in the development of research ideas, components of a solid research proposal, writing for different audiences, and the development of skills in presenting research ideas to technical audiences. Engages students in the development of their thesis proposal, focusing on the writing of the Specific Aims and Rationale and development of a Conceptual Framework for their project. Teaches multiple study designs and methods and persuasive communication in different areas of research through multidisciplinary interactions and peer editing.