MSU Faculty Member
Course Objectives
Course Overview: This is a capstone course involving directed research by reviewing previously published articles, culminating in a substantive paper related to Radiologic Sciences. The student must continue with the topic/research question presented during RADS 3503 with the approval of the RADS 4913 instructor.
Apply appropriate research methods.
Formulate an appropriate research question.
Compose a publication quality substantive research paper that reviews previously published articles.
Format this research paper which is a literature review in appropriate APA style (no original research is allowed).
Course Expectations
Students must have reliable and continual computer and Internet access. All course activities will be completed using Blackboard.
Prerequisites: RADS 3503 Research (must be successfully completed BEFORE this course can be taken) Assignment 1 – Research Question and Outline
The student must continue with the topic/research question presented during RADS 3503 and the topic must be approved by the instructor.
Students must complete the Research Question Approval Form, include a detailed outline of the paper, and include the reference list created in RADS 3503. The assignment must be submitted to the Assignment I Dropbox in Blackboard by the due date.
Assignment 2 – Title Page
Students must create a title page in correct APA (6th ed) format.
Assignment 3 – Reference List
Students must create a reference page in correct APA (6th ed) format. A minimum of eight (8) references is required. All sources must be peer-reviewed.
Assignment 4 – Body
The body of this paper is to include the following sections: introduction, methods, discussion, conclusion, and suggestions for future research. This part of the paper must be no less than 5 pages and no more than 7 full length pages (Times New Roman, 12 pt font). Students must ALSO submit the corrected and revised Reference List from Assignment 3 so the reference list can be checked against the in-text citations.
Assignment 5 – Abstract
Students must submit an abstract in APA format.
Assignment 6 – Final Paper
Students must submit a revised paper incoroporating suggestions from previous assignments.
Grading Standards
Course Activity
Percentage
Research Question & Outline
3
Title Page
2
Reference List
25
Body of Paper
35
Abstract
5
Final Paper
30
Grade Scale:
A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 70
D = 69 – 60
F = 59 and below
Submission Format Policy
The assignments should be written using standard technical writing skills. This includes appropriate spelling, grammar, sentence structure, transitions, text flow, currency of knowledge, and scope of research.
Any assignments submitted electronically as a Word document attachment must follow these guidelines:
IBM compatible format (not MAC)
Word 2003 or newer version (Microsoft WORKS or WordPerfect is not acceptable)
Times New Roman (12 point for bulk of text)
Double spaced
1” margins on all sides
If a student cannot meet these requirements for electronic submission, he or she should meet individually with the faculty member to make other suitable arrangements.
All assignments must reflect baccalaureate level effort. Unless otherwise indicated, all assignments must be submitted as a single Word document attachment to the appropriate assignment dropbox.
Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.Late Paper Policy
Assignments must be submitted on time: Late submissions will not be accepted .
Plagiarism Policy
Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated , whether intentional or not.
Student Honor Creed
As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so." Students with Disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, 397-4140.
Safe Zones Statement
The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.
Contacting your Instructor
All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MWSU e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.
Attendance Requirements
This is an online course and there are no mandatory sessions. However, the student should be vigilant in logging onto WebCT. Regular checks will ensure that messages from the instructor are received in a timely manner. This course is on a schedule that will be strictly adhered to.
Other Policies
Administrative Process:
Unresolved issues related to this course should be first addressed between the student and the course instructor. If there is no resolution, students must follow this sequence:
Department Chair – Dr. Donna Wright (940-397-4615)
College Dean – Dr. Patti Hamilton (940-397-4594)
Dean of Students – Dail Neely (940-397-6273)
Academic Conduct:
RADS 4913 adheres to the MSU Code of Conduct. In particular, academic dishonesty, however small, creates a breach in academic integrity. A student’s participation in this course comes with the expectation that his or her work will be completed in full observance of the MSU Code of Student Conduct. A student should consult the current Student Handbook for answers to any questions about the code.
Many components of RADS 4913 are designed to be highly interactive with students helping each other learn. Students are encouraged to take full advantage of many resources available including online WebCT course resources, Internet sites, other textbooks and journals, faculty, and peers when answering objectives. This interactive collegial learning environment is conducive for life-long learning.
All components of RADS 4913 are designed to represent the efforts of each student INDIVIDUALLY and are NOT to be shared or copied (plagiarized) from other sources. When students submit their efforts for grading, they are attesting they abided by this rule.
Cheating includes, but is not limited to, (1) use of any unauthorized assistance in taking quizzes, tests, or examinations; (2) dependence upon the aid of sources beyond those authorized by the instructor in writing papers, preparing reports, solving problems, or completing other assignments; or (3) the acquisition of tests or other academic materials belonging to the university faculty or staff without permission.
Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the use of, by paraphrase or direct quotation without correct citation in the text and on the reference list, the published or unpublished works of another person. Students may NOT submit papers and assignments that they have previously submitted for this or other courses. The use of materials generated by agencies engaged in "selling" term papers is also plagiarism. Students are encouraged to review the tutorials and suggested websites for more information about plagiarism. Papers and other assignments may be submitted to an external agency for verification of originality and authenticity.
Academic dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.) will not be tolerated in this class. Whenever a student is unsure of whether a particular situation will be interpreted as academic dishonesty, he/she should ask the instructor for clarification. If students are guilty of academic dishonesty, a grade of zero (0) will be given for the quiz, assignment, etc. Cases may also be referred to the Dean of Students for possible dismissal from the university.
PLEASE NOTE
By enrolling in this course, the student expressly grants MSU a “limited right” in all intellectual property created by the student for the purpose of this course. The “limited right” shall include but shall not be limited to the right to reproduce the student’s work product in order to verify originality and authenticity, and for educational purposes. Specifically, faculty may submit student papers and assignments to an external agency to verify originality and authenticity, and to detect for plagiarism.
” in all intellectual property created by the student for the purpose of this course. The “limited right” shall include but shall not be limited to the right to reproduce the student’s work product in order to verify originality and authenticity, and for educational purposes. Specifically, faculty may submit student papers and assignments to an external agency to verify originality and authenticity, and to detect for plagiarism.
Writing Proficiency Requirement
All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr , or call 397-4131.