Description
This course engages the student to create their research project within the context of a modified problem-based format. The steps to create their research project that will be followed will include: (1) to formulate their research idea while consulting with their research advisor and (2) to create the elements of their research proposal including the title, investigators, the problem statement or hypothesis, the purpose of the study, the methods to be used, a budget, and a work plan for project completion along an appropriate timeline. Proposals requiring Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval will be submitted to the IRB during this semester. Funding for the project will be established and study participants will be recruited if appropriate. Data collection and analysis will be outlined and implemented as designated by the research study’s timeline.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in the physical therapy program and successful completion of all prior coursework therein or permission of t