HHSM304 Writing and Research in the Health Professions (3 cr.)

This course provides strategies for developing academic research writing skills relevant to individuals working in health professions. Topics include effective written communication in academic settings and appropriate communication styles based on the audience. Academic writing is addressed including use of American Psychological Association (APA) formatting, the SMUMN library, and additional research-based resources. The skills learned prepare the student for written communications in other courses and in multiple occupational settings.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify a research topic in a health field and develop a thesis statement.
2. Demonstrate academic integrity and the ethical use of sources in written and oral communication.
3. Locate and evaluate relevant academic and scholarly sources on a health-related research topic using library databases and technology resources.
4. Learn and apply APA formatting.
5. Organize and manage ideas and sources on a research topic.
6. Compose in a variety of academic writing genres using appropriate grammar and style.