There were many goals that the course Investigation and Research I intended to serve for my peers and I. Some of these goals include:

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• Distinguish categories of scientific literature:  primary and  secondary literature

• Discuss the scientific process:  scientific method, plagiarism, publishing, and ethics in scientific research

• Learn effective literature search strategies: search engines, search techniques, internet and library resources and databases

• Effectively present and communicate in various oral formats

• Conduct research that is focused on a WSSU historical figure in STEM that will be presented in an exhibition setting

• Create an e-portfolio that demonstrates the advancement and development of specifically oral communication and information literacy skills, but also highlights the student’s scientific literacy and written communication skills.