Capstone Seminar in Science Research

          Module 1: Introduction to Science Research

Section 1: Overview of Science and Research  
- Lesson 1: What Is Science?  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is Science?  
- Lesson 2: The Role of Research in Society  
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of Research in Society  

Section 2: History and Evolution of Scientific Inquiry  
- Lesson 1: Early Developments in Scientific Thought  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Early Developments in Scientific Thought  
- Lesson 2: The Rise of Modern Scientific Methods  
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Rise of Modern Scientific Methods  

Section 3: Understanding the Scientific Method  
- Lesson 1: Formulating Questions and Hypotheses  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Formulating Questions and Hypotheses  
- Lesson 2: Designing and Conducting Experiments  
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Designing and Conducting Experiments  

Section 4: Ethics and Responsibility in Science  
- Lesson 1: Ethical Considerations in Research  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Ethical Considerations in Research  
- Lesson 2: Responsible Conduct and Integrity  
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Responsible Conduct and Integrity  

Section 5: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving  
- Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Critical Analysis  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Fundamentals of Critical Analysis  
- Lesson 2: Approaches to Effective Problem Solving  
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Approaches to Effective Problem Solving


Module 2: Scientific Investigation Techniques

Section 1: Mastering Observation Skills  
- Lesson 1: Developing Keen Observation  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Developing Keen Observation  
- Lesson 2: Recording and Organizing Observations  
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Recording and Organizing Observations  

Section 2: Data Collection Fundamentals  
- Lesson 1: Quantitative and Qualitative Data  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Quantitative and Qualitative Data  
- Lesson 2: Tools and Techniques for Data Capture  
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Tools and Techniques for Data Capture  

Section 3: Basics of Experimental Design  
- Lesson 1: Identifying Variables and Controls  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Identifying Variables and Controls  
- Lesson 2: Ensuring Repeatability and Reliability  
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Ensuring Repeatability and Reliability  

Section 4: Introduction to Data Analysis  
- Lesson 1: Simple Methods for Data Analysis  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Simple Methods for Data Analysis  
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Results Accurately  
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Interpreting Results Accurately  

Section 5: Drawing Evidence-Based Conclusions  
- Lesson 1: Synthesizing Data into Conclusions  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Synthesizing Data into Conclusions  
- Lesson 2: Evaluating the Strength of Evidence  
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Evaluating the Strength of Evidence


Module 3: Integrating Scientific Disciplines

Section 1: The Value of Interdisciplinary Science  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Interdisciplinary Approaches  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Interdisciplinary Approaches  
- Lesson 2: Benefits of Collaborative Research  
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Benefits of Collaborative Research  

Section 2: Essentials of Life Sciences  
- Lesson 1: Basic Principles of Biology  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Principles of Biology  
- Lesson 2: Ecology and Environmental Basics  
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Ecology and Environmental Basics  

Section 3: Foundations in Physical Sciences  
- Lesson 1: Core Concepts in Physics  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Core Concepts in Physics  
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Chemistry Fundamentals  
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introduction to Chemistry Fundamentals  

Section 4: Earth and Space Sciences Overview  
- Lesson 1: Understanding Our Planet and Its Systems  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding Our Planet and Its Systems  
- Lesson 2: Basics of Astronomy and Space  
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basics of Astronomy and Space  

Section 5: Technology and Engineering in Research  
- Lesson 1: Role of Technology in Scientific Discovery  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Role of Technology in Scientific Discovery  
- Lesson 2: Engineering Principles for Problem Solving  
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Engineering Principles for Problem Solving


Module 4: Research Communication and Peer Review

Section 1: Foundations of Scientific Writing  
- Lesson 1: Structure of a Research Report  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Structure of a Research Report  
- Lesson 2: Writing Clearly and Concisely  
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Writing Clearly and Concisely  

Section 2: Effective Oral Communication  
- Lesson 1: Preparing a Scientific Presentation  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Preparing a Scientific Presentation  
- Lesson 2: Using Visual Aids Effectively  
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Visual Aids Effectively  

Section 3: The Peer Review Process  
- Lesson 1: Understanding How Peer Review Works  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding How Peer Review Works  
- Lesson 2: Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback  
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Giving and Receiving Constructive Feedback  

Section 4: Evaluating Scientific Literature  
- Lesson 1: Key Elements of Research Papers  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Key Elements of Research Papers  
- Lesson 2: Critical Assessment of Methodologies  
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Critical Assessment of Methodologies  

Section 5: Communicating Science to the Public  
- Lesson 1: Basics of Science Journalism  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Basics of Science Journalism  
- Lesson 2: Strategies for Simplifying Complex Ideas  
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Strategies for Simplifying Complex Ideas


Module 5: Capstone Projects and Real-World Applications

Section 1: Identifying and Framing Real-World Problems  
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Societal Challenges  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Societal Challenges  
- Lesson 2: Linking Scientific Inquiry to Everyday Issues  
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Linking Scientific Inquiry to Everyday Issues  

Section 2: Project Planning and Research Design  
- Lesson 1: Defining a Research Question  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Defining a Research Question  
- Lesson 2: Creating a Project Timeline and Plan  
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Creating a Project Timeline and Plan  

Section 3: Conducting Fieldwork and Experiments  
- Lesson 1: Safety and Best Practices in Field Studies  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Safety and Best Practices in Field Studies  
- Lesson 2: Collecting and Organizing Project Data  
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Collecting and Organizing Project Data  

Section 4: Analyzing and Interpreting Project Data  
- Lesson 1: Turning Data into Insights  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Turning Data into Insights  
- Lesson 2: Collaborative Discussion and Interpretation  
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Collaborative Discussion and Interpretation  

Section 5: Final Presentations and Reflective Practice  
- Lesson 1: Preparing a Capstone Presentation  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Preparing a Capstone Presentation  
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Research Process and Outcomes  
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Research Process and Outcomes