From Guided to Independent Research

Through this week, you will be transitioning from guided to independent research. Once you have described your intentions for the Patent research project in a post on your blog, you are to begin your own research in class while completing the patent project outside of class. Here are some guidelines to help you with the transition:

1. Post your plan for the patent project. Refer to the project handout (also posted on this blog), for options available to you. Respond to any questions I ask about your plan (in the comments section)

2. Begin working on your project at home. You need to pace yourself; don't save it for the last few days. A good project requires planning, drafting, revising and final touch-ups. Due date is Friday, November 13--one week from this Friday.

3. In class (and at home, if more time is needed), begin your independent research. A separate post guiding you in this process will appear on this blog presently.

4. You will work through the independent research as you have worked through the patent research project: from inquiry through presentation. Every second of class time must be dedicated to this work as time is limited. The independent research is due to be complete by December 4. That is only four weeks away.