1. Course Integrated Research Dos and Don'ts
Louis Nadelson, PhD
September 2017

3. What is course integrated research?
Can take many forms:
Simulation
For class only
Authentic
Shared in student showcase
Publications
Conferences

5. Some Considerations What is the goal of the data collection?
What kind of data will be collected?
Is the data being collected from humans or animals?
What is going to happen with the data?
Who will have access to the data?
Why is the data being collected?
Who is overseeing the data collection?

7. Dos! Do engage your students in research
Do inform your students about research ethics
Have your students complete the CITI Responsible Conduct of Research course
If the data is going public – complete the CITI Social Behavioral Basic Course
If working with animals have your students complete the CITI IACUC Refresher Course

8. Dos!
Do have students develop a proposal for their work – no matter how simple
Do have students work in pairs or teams
Do anticipate potential issues
Do encourage students to share issues that come up in their research
Do consider finding ways to collaborate on the research to be part of your scholarship

10. Don’ts! Don’t keep ethics of research out of your assignments
Don’t make projects so big students cannot complete them
Don’t ignore the IRB and IACUC requirements
Don’t consider publishing if the research required IRB or IACUC approval
Don’t let the IRB and IACUC requirements hinder the research process
Don’t let data and results become public without proper IRB or IACUC approval

11. Don’ts!
Don’t expect scholarly (publishable) writing from your students
Don’t expect sustained student engagement after the course ends
Don’t expect students to dedicate substantial time and effort to a project
Don’t get discouraged!

12. Questions? Comments?