GRAD 530 - Introduction to Graduate Research

In this course, graduate students will develop the skills to participate effectively in graduate research and scholarly work (both orally and in writing) and learn how to successfully function in their respective academic discourse communities. This course will prepare students for advanced courses that support them in research communications within their discipline.

Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, in relation to their respective academic communities/fields of studies, students will be able to:

• Effectively participate in the social practices and interactions of the graduate school community and function as a junior member of their academic discipline
• Engage in rhetorical reading and listening
• Identify the main various academic and professional genres of their respective disciplines
• Identify and avoid plagiarism/academic dishonesty