SJS 405 - Social Justice Senior Thesis Capstone

Institution:

Point Park University

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Description:

The capstone course for the Social Justice Studies major will allow students to conduct original research and write a thesis on a relevant social justice topic. The research will draw from the work the students completed in their SJS 400 Social Justice and Community Research course. The thesis may also be rooted in the student's practicum experience (SJS 401). Under the guidance of a faculty supervisor, students will collect and analyze data, and write an 8,500-9,500-word thesis in the format of a peer-reviewed journal article. Upon completion of at least a full draft of the thesis, the students will orally present their research in a public forum (e.g., student symposium or other classroom or conference setting). Prerequisites: SJS 101 and SJS 400. Course Objectives (1) Design an original research project. (2) Implement research methodology skills in the research project. (3) Demonstrate written communication skills in a written thesis. (4) Execute oral communication skills in a professional presentation format. (5) Recognize and interpret the ways in which particularly situated people are using a range of organizing and advocacy tactics to address an unjust social problem.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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