1. Welcome to the Prospectus Panel We will begin in a few minutes
Prospectus Panel Faculty Presenters
Dr. Marydee Spillett, Moderator
Dr. Ernest Escobedo, Presenter
Dr. Leann Stadtlander, Presenter

2. Prospectus Panel Overview
What is a prospectus?
Brief description of your problem, research questions, methods
One of 1st steps in dissertation process
After prospectus, write your proposal = first 3 chapters of dissertation
More information on Research Center website: researchcenter.waldenu.edu

3. Prospectus Panel Overview
What is the Prospectus Panel?
Selected students present slide outline of their studies
Session occurs at F2F Residency only
Not a Walden requirement
Studies here are at early stage of development—not yet approved

4. Prospectus Panel Overview
What can you learn from the Prospectus Panel?
Learn the important considerations in planning a study
Identify patterns in faculty questions and feedback
Look for alignment of research components
Understand the iterative process of developing a study
Preparation for all future defenses
Critique model
Identify patterns in questions and feedback
Alignment of research components

5. Prospectus Panel Agenda
Overview and Purpose
Introduction of Panel Members
4 Student Video Presentations
Prospectus Panel Feedback on Student Powerpoints
Panel Q&A on the Dissertation Process

6. Prospectus Panel Faculty Introductions
Prospectus Panel Faculty Presenters
Dr. Marydee Spillett (Moderator)
Dr. Ernest Escobedo (Presenter)
Dr. Leann Stadtlander (Presenter)