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AMERICAN BAPTIST COLLEGE
Thesis Research and Writing
Course Syllabus
Course Number and Title: Thesis Research and Writing TH/PS 501
Term, Level, and Credit: Summer 2007, 1 semester credit hour
Course Description: The students are expected to learn to do three things: demonstrate an understanding of original research; select a subject-topic, and write a paper which can be used in a teaching situation
Course Prerequisites: All other Th.B. coursework.
Course Text: A Research Guide For Undergraduate Students, Baker and Huling
Course Objectives:
Introduce students to the concept of scholarly research
Familiarize students with the rules of documentation
Immerse students in the practice of research
Have students produce a paper for teaching others.
Contact Information:
Instructor: William C. Martin, D.Min.
E-mail: wmartin@abcnash.edu
Phone: 615.354.1064
Virtual Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00
Course Policies:
Class starts July 9 and runs until August 3.
All assignments are due at the time assigned.
Student collaboration is encouraged, but all work submitted is to be done by the student, ALONE!
Attendance policy as stated in the College Catalogue
American Baptist College fully implements the mandates of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need an accommodation, please see the Dean of Student affairs and bring the requisite paperwork to the instructor before the next class.
Course Evaluation:
Homework: 30%
Participation: 30%
Paper: 40%
The grading scale is as per the College Catalogue:
A 100-95
B 94-85
C 84-70
D 69-60
F 59-0
Course Construction:
This is an experience with electronic delivery of course content at American Baptist College. Using a public blog site, this course seeks to enable one to explore the methods of research necessary for the production of excellent written communication at the graduate level. Much of what will be accomplished during the course of the class will be done outside of class. That having been said, participation and timeliness will be mandatory for maximum benefit.
To meet the requirements of this course, you are to:
1: visit the class site http://phth501.blogspot.com each day
2: read what is posted by the instructor there each day.
3: write a paragraph each day in regard to the information posted for the day.
4: engage in the concept of online discussion by logging back in and posting a comment on someone else’s comment. (Thus, two paragraphs should be posted each day to earn the participation grade.)
The construction of the class is designed both teach the student how to do the research and also to produce the research. So, by logging on the website and completing each assignment, the student will create their final project.
Be sure, then, to keep a copy of each assignment (in MicroSoft Word format). You will then assemble them into a three ring binder (2" with hard cover), seperated by labeled tabs. There will also be a table of contents, typed, inside the first cover. It will have the following information:
I. Introduction to class
II. Syllabus
III. Project
A. Introduction/Background of Study
B. Review of Literature
C. Problem
D. Scope Statement
E. Purpose Statement
F. Signifcance of the Study
G. Definition of Terms
H. Definition of Terms
I. Conclusion
J. Works Cited
IV. Extra Pages/Notes
Make sure that you understand the format listed above. This is the only acceptable final format. Contact the professor if you need any additional information.
“Piete piatatem et amicitium”
AMERICAN BAPTIST COLLEGE
Thesis Research and Writing
Course Syllabus
Course Number and Title: Thesis Research and Writing TH/PS 501
Term, Level, and Credit: Summer 2007, 1 semester credit hour
Course Description: The students are expected to learn to do three things: demonstrate an understanding of original research; select a subject-topic, and write a paper which can be used in a teaching situation
Course Prerequisites: All other Th.B. coursework.
Course Text: A Research Guide For Undergraduate Students, Baker and Huling
Course Objectives:
Introduce students to the concept of scholarly research
Familiarize students with the rules of documentation
Immerse students in the practice of research
Have students produce a paper for teaching others.
Contact Information:
Instructor: William C. Martin, D.Min.
E-mail: wmartin@abcnash.edu
Phone: 615.354.1064
Virtual Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00
Course Policies:
Class starts July 9 and runs until August 3.
All assignments are due at the time assigned.
Student collaboration is encouraged, but all work submitted is to be done by the student, ALONE!
Attendance policy as stated in the College Catalogue
American Baptist College fully implements the mandates of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need an accommodation, please see the Dean of Student affairs and bring the requisite paperwork to the instructor before the next class.
Course Evaluation:
Homework: 30%
Participation: 30%
Paper: 40%
The grading scale is as per the College Catalogue:
A 100-95
B 94-85
C 84-70
D 69-60
F 59-0
Course Construction:
This is an experience with electronic delivery of course content at American Baptist College. Using a public blog site, this course seeks to enable one to explore the methods of research necessary for the production of excellent written communication at the graduate level. Much of what will be accomplished during the course of the class will be done outside of class. That having been said, participation and timeliness will be mandatory for maximum benefit.
To meet the requirements of this course, you are to:
1: visit the class site http://phth501.blogspot.com each day
2: read what is posted by the instructor there each day.
3: write a paragraph each day in regard to the information posted for the day.
4: engage in the concept of online discussion by logging back in and posting a comment on someone else’s comment. (Thus, two paragraphs should be posted each day to earn the participation grade.)
The construction of the class is designed both teach the student how to do the research and also to produce the research. So, by logging on the website and completing each assignment, the student will create their final project.
Be sure, then, to keep a copy of each assignment (in MicroSoft Word format). You will then assemble them into a three ring binder (2" with hard cover), seperated by labeled tabs. There will also be a table of contents, typed, inside the first cover. It will have the following information:
I. Introduction to class
II. Syllabus
III. Project
A. Introduction/Background of Study
B. Review of Literature
C. Problem
D. Scope Statement
E. Purpose Statement
F. Signifcance of the Study
G. Definition of Terms
H. Definition of Terms
I. Conclusion
J. Works Cited
IV. Extra Pages/Notes
Make sure that you understand the format listed above. This is the only acceptable final format. Contact the professor if you need any additional information.
“Piete piatatem et amicitium”
posted by Doc | 2:52 PM
4 Comments:
Dr. Martin,
So Sorry to just be responding to Tuesday's posting. I was waiting to receive an email. Thanks God I finally read the first posting and noted to check the website. Thanks for your patience and the syllabus.
Rodney Harris
Mr. Harris,
It is okay about the slight delay. The first week is always difficult for folks--it is a different medium. Do make sure and check the website regularly-- I would suggest even every day. I plan on posting an average of three times a week. I would hate for anyone to get behind.
Doc sorry for the late response I still getting use to this online stuff. Please be patient with me God is not through with yet.
Ah... the "God is not through with me yet," idea! You know, I'm glad for the fact that "grace" continues to flow. Unfortunately, it rarely flows through the teacher's red ink pen. Maybe it is I who should be asking for YOUR prayers?!
Keep up the good work!
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