BIOL 6994 - Research Methods for Nonthesis
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 43329,
Credit hours: 2
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Michael Butcher
Email: mtbutcher@ysu.edu
Course Description
This is an independent study course that is only for Non-Thesis graduate students. The course is taken once for a total of 2 s.h. The course requires the writing of a substantial Research/Literature Review paper, approval of the final Review by the student’s primary Faculty Advisor, and an oral presentation of this paper to Division of Biological Sciences as a Seminar.
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional |
There is no textbook for this course.
Research Methods requires graduate students to read primary literature. It is expected that a minimum of 20-25 research articles will be used to complete their Literature Review.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Syllabus Review Course Expectations Deadlines Discussion |
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| 8/31 | Proposal Outline | |
| 9/14 | Formatted References List | |
| 10/5 | Course Meeting 2 First Draft Discussion |
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| 10/12 | Complete First Draft of Review To Advisor | |
| 11/2 | Course Meeting 3 Revised Review Discussion |
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| 11/9 | Final Review: Submit To Advisor | |
| 11/16 | Final Review: Submit To Advisor | |
| 11/30 | Course Meeting 4 Final Review Discussion |
Oral Presentation |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.