Over the next few weeks, I’ll be planning for an upcoming Thesis Seminar course designed for 8th semester English language teacher trainers who are completing a capstone research project in completing a bachelor’s degree program in English language teaching. The course is scheduled to begin January 27, 2025.
The information below includes course information from the 2024 year, and will very much follow similar conventions for the upcoming 2025 year.
Thesis Seminar: A Comprehensive Overview
The Thesis Seminar is an advanced academic course scheduled from January 29 to June 7, 2024, designed specifically to assist researchers in publishing their work in peer-reviewed English-language journals. This comprehensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application in academic writing and research methodology.
Course Structure and Schedule
The course meets Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Room 2, Building 211, Module 2. Professor Benjamin L. Stewart leads the course, offering extensive office hours from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays. Students can access additional support through Microsoft Teams chat and virtual classroom sessions.
Curriculum Design
The curriculum is structured into two main phases:
Literature Review Phase (Weeks 1-5)
Literature Review I: Foundation and basics
Literature Review II: Advanced research techniques
Literature Review III: Critical analysis
Literature Review IV: Synthesis of sources
Literature Review V: Final review and refinement
Methodology Phase (Weeks 6-10)
Method I: Research design fundamentals
Method II: Data collection strategies
Method III: Analysis frameworks
Method IV: Implementation
Method V: Results interpretation
Unique Features and Support Systems
The course emphasizes originality and authentic self-expression in academic writing. Students receive access to:
Specialized writing error code list for consistent feedback
Mobile app support through Ámbito Académico UAA
Regular feedback sessions and progress monitoring
Assessment and Grading
The course employs a comprehensive assessment approach that includes:
Writing process evaluation through regular tutoring sessions
Periodic assessments of research progress
Final thesis evaluation
Resources and Tools
Students have access to:
Virtual classroom platform
Microsoft Teams for communication
Writing guides and academic resources
Regular instructor office hours for personalized support
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants are expected to:
Develop a publishable academic paper
Master academic writing conventions in English
Understand peer-review journal requirements
Build competency in research methodology
The course maintains high academic standards while providing comprehensive support structures to ensure student success. Through its systematic approach to research and writing, the Thesis Seminar prepares students for successful publication in peer-reviewed journals while developing their individual academic voices.
If you are interested in taking this course, feel free to access much of the course content freely made available to the public. If you are a learner taking the course or an instructor who gives similar courses, I encourage you to leave a comment with any feedback you’d like to provide
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