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Graduate School COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Information DSRT736 - M22 Dissertation Seminar Fall 2020 Full Term Course Format: Hybrid CRN: 12647 Class Time and Location: F 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM, NKY Residency Session: 10/09/2020 - 10/11/2020

Instructor Information

Name: Dr. Archie Addo, PhD, PMP, CSM, CSPO Email: archie.addo@ucumberlands.edu Phone: 404-933-6441 Office Location: Online Office Hours/Preferred Contact Times: 6 to 9 EST Monday - Friday

Course Description This course provides guided instruction on the design and writing of a dissertation proposal focused on organization- based research. Course activities are intended to strengthen skills in writing, project design, and research methods. Prerequisite: DSRT 734 and DSRT 837

Course Objectives Upon completion of this course:

Students will recognize the components of a sound dissertation proposal.

Students will articulate clearly the focus of their dissertation research.

Students will assess literature relevant to their dissertation project.

Students will complete a working draft of the literature review for their dissertation

Learner Outcomes

Topic Approval

Chapter 2 Completed at Satisfactory Level

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Course Website Access to the course website is required via the iLearn portal on the University of the Cumberlands website: http://www.ucumberlands.edu/ilearn/ or https://ucumberlands.blackboard.com/

Required Books and Resources

Title: Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association ISBN: 9781433832178 Authors: American Psychological Association Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA) Publication Date: 2019-10-01

Title: Writing a Successful Thesis Or Dissertation ISBN: 9781412942256 Authors: Fred C. Lunenburg, Beverly J. Irby Publisher: Corwin Press Publication Date: 2008-01-01

Course Required text can be found and purchased via the UC Barnes and Noble Bookstore: https://cumber.bncollege.com/shop/cumberlands/page/find-textbooks

Requirements and Policies Academic Integrity/Plagiarism

At a Christian liberal arts university committed to the pursuit of truth and understanding, any act of academic dishonesty is especially distressing and cannot be tolerated. In general, academic dishonesty involves the abuse and misuse of information or people to gain an undeserved academic advantage or evaluation. The common forms of academic dishonesty include:

Cheating – using deception in the taking of tests or the preparation of written work, using unauthorized materials, copying another person’s work with or without consent, or assisting another in such activities.

Lying – falsifying, fabricating, or forging information in either written, spoken, or video presentations.

Plagiarism—using the published writings, data, interpretations, or ideas of another without proper documentation

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Plagiarism includes copying and pasting material from the internet into assignments without properly citing the source of the material.

Episodes of academic dishonesty are reported to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The potential penalty for academic dishonesty includes a failing grade on a particular assignment, a failing grade for the entire course, or charges against the student with the appropriate disciplinary body.

Attendance Policy

Course enrollment and participation will be monitored and verified for all students during the first two weeks of classes. Lack of participation during this time may jeopardize enrollment status. Each student is expected to meet course expectations by completing the coursework required each week. Active participation and staying abreast of the material is essential to success. Program specific attendance policies may still apply.

Executive Residency Attendance Policy

Attendance to each Executive Residency class session is mandatory. Students may make-up no more than one (1) residency session throughout the duration of their academic program. Missing a second residency will result in the student being dismissed from the University.

Each student must be in attendance for the entire duration of the required residency weekend. Late arrivals and/or early departures are not permitted. Punctuality is important as each student is required to have the documented in- seat time per course requirements.

A missed session will result in the student attending a make-up session, and paying a $300 Residency Make-Up fee. In addition, the student may be asked for documentation from the program department providing an explanation as to why the schedule residency session was missed. Make-Up sessions must be completed prior to the end of the term. Noncompliance with this policy will result in dismissal from the executive program.

Participation Policy

Study after study has linked successful academic performance with good class participation. Those who assume positions of responsibility must “show up” in order to be effective. Therefore, students are expected to actively participate in an intelligent discussion of assigned topics in all areas (Discussion Board Activities, Synchronous Sessions, Forums, Shared Papers, etc.) to help process course material and/or to demonstrate an understanding of course content.

Disability Accommodations

University of the Cumberlands accepts students with certified disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations for their certified needs in the classroom, in housing, in food service or in other areas. For accommodations to be awarded, a student must submit a completed Accommodations Application form and provide documentation of the disability to the Disability Services Coordinator (Mr. Jacob Ratliff, Boswell Campus Center, Student Services Office Suite, jacob.ratliff@ucumberlands.edu). When all paperwork is on file, a meeting between the student and the Coordinator will be arranged to discuss possible accommodations before accommodations are formally approved. Students must then meet with the Coordinator at the beginning of each semester before any academic

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accommodations can be certified for that term. Certifications for other accommodations are normally reviewed annually.

Academic Appeal

Both undergraduate and graduate students have the right to challenge a grade. If discussions with the course instructor and department chair do not lead to a satisfactory conclusion, students may file a formal written appeal with the Vice President for Academic Affairs, who will forward the appeal to the chair of the Academic Appeals Committee. This formal written appeal must be filed by the end of the 4th week of classes in the next regular term following the term in which the course in question was taken. The Academic Appeals Committee then gathers information from the student, the instructor, and any other relevant parties. The Committee will deliver its recommendation on the complaint to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. After reviewing this recommendation and concurring or amending it, the Vice President for Academic Affairs will inform the student and instructor of the disposition of the complaint no later than the last day of classes of the term in which the complaint was filed. Records of all actions regarding academic grade appeals, including their final disposition, are maintained by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Academic Appeals Committee. (Undergraduate Catalog/Graduate Catalog)

Student Responsibilities

Students should:

Use University of the Cumberlands email system for all academic, administrative, and co-curricular communication between faculty, staff and peers. Check for email and class announcements using iLearn (primary) and University of the Cumberlands webmail (secondary) daily. Demonstrate Cumberlands Character in and outside the classroom per the University Mission & Vision Ensure you have consistent required technology for the course Participate in courses regularly to:

Find announcements and updates Complete assignments on time. Keep in mind that all deadlines use Eastern Standard Time (EST). Engage in discussion Connect with fellow students and faculty

Present written work in an academic and professional manner. Take examinations on the designated dates and times. Students should make arrangements with faculty before the designated date for any needed accommodations. Contact faculty or student success coordinator with questions or concerns.

Course Policies

The only authorized electronic means of academic, administrative, and co-curricular communication between University of the Cumberlands and its students is through the UCumberlands email system (i.e. Webmail). Each student is responsible for monitoring his/her University email account frequently. This is the primary email account used to correspond with you directly by the University; imperative program information is sent to this email account specifically from campus and program office. Students should check for e-mail and class announcements using iLearn (primary) and University of the Cumberlands webmail (secondary). Students are expected to find out class assignments for missed classes and make up missed work.

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Students are expected to find out if any changes have been made in the class or assignment schedule. All assignments, unless otherwise instructed, should be submitted in APA format. Written work must be presented in a professional manner. Work that is not submitted in a professional manner will not be evaluated and will be returned as unacceptable.

There is a craft to writing. Spelling, grammar, punctuation, and diction (word usage) are all tools of that craft. Writing at the collegiate level will show careful attention to these elements of craft. Work that does not exhibit care with regard to these elements will be considered as inadequate for college writing and graded accordingly.

Students are expected to take the examinations on the designated dates. If you are unable to take the exam on the scheduled date and know in advance, you are to make arrangements with your professor before the designated date. If you miss the exam, you must have a legitimate reason as determined by your professor.

Recognizing that a large part of professional life is meeting deadlines, it is necessary to develop time management and organizational skills. Failure to meet the course deadlines may result in penalties. Keep in mind that all deadlines are set using Eastern Standard Time (EST). Late assignments will NOT be accepted.

Course Activities and Experiences

Residency attendance

Well done Chapter 2

Links to Support UC Academic Catalog: https://www.ucumberlands.edu/academics/academic-catalog UC Student Handbook: https://www.ucumberlands.edu/student-handbook Academic Resources & Writing Center: www.ucumberlands.edu/learningcommons Library: http://www.ucumberlands.edu/library/ Bookstore: https://cumber.bncollege.com/shop/cumberlands/home About University of the Cumberlands: https://www.ucumberlands.edu/about/presidents-welcome

Course Evaluation Your paper submission will be evaluated based on the quality that meets the course criteria.

Class Discussions: 6%

Course Assignments: 34%

Residency: 60% of overall course marks

Topic Approval 45%

Chpt 2 Approval 15%

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Grading Scale A: 90% - 100% B: 80% - 89% C: 70% - 79% F: 69% or Below

Course Schedule

Tentative Course Expectations (specific due dates are listed in the course module)

Tenta�ve Class Schedule

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Week Class Date Topic Assignment

1 August 24, 2020 – August 30,2020

Introduc�on Selec�ng a topic Qualita�ve vs. Quan�ta�ve Research

Read APA manual chapters: 1-4 Week 1 Assignment posted in iLearn. 5 points Journal reflec�on on topic ideas.

2 August 31,2020 – September 6, 2020

Disserta�on Handbook APA Manual: Format

Topic approval due by Friday at noon. (15 points)

3 Sept 7 – Sept 13 Cita�ons, References, and Plagiarism (See APA manual)

Research and reading APA manual chapters: 6-7

4 Sept 14 – Sept 20 Naviga�ng the library online Week 4 Assignment posted in iLearn. 5 Points

5 Sept 21 – Sept 27 Disserta�on Process and Discussion Research

6-7 Individual Consulta�ons scheduled via iLearn

Sept. 28- Oct 11 , 2020

Sept 20-22 2019 Residency weekend

Research Research Progress update due. 5 points Journal reflec�on on progress and consulta�on due. Progress update due. 500 points 60%

8 Oct. 12- Oct. 18, 2020 Research updates: APA issues Research and reading APA manual chapter 8. Progress update due.5 points

9 Oct. 19 – Oct. 25 Research: Best prac�ces Week 9 Assignment posted in iLearn 5 points

10-13 Individual Consulta�ons scheduled via iLearn

Oct. 26– ,- Nov 22 2020

Research Research Progress update due. 5 points Journal reflec�on on progress and consulta�on due. Introduc�on, first heading, and remaining subheadings-50 points

14 Nov 23 – Nov 29, 2020 Next steps in Disserta�on process. Final Dra� of Chapter Two due byFriday.- 100 Points

15-16 Individual Consulta�ons scheduled via iLearn

November 30 – December

6th ,2020

Prepare for 839 (Advanced Research) Last Day of Term Dec 10,2019

Make changes to Chapter Two; submit changes in 839 next semester. Journal reflec�on on progress and consulta�on due. Prac�cal Connec�on-50 points

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