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NACADA Research Symposium
Atlanta, Georgia
In conjunction with the
March 20-21, 2010
Georgia Tech
Join us for 24 hours of Research and stay for the
2010 Region 4/International Conference!
- The Purpose of the Symposium is to build a community of scholars. It is open to all NACADA members
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The Event will take place prior to selected Regional Conferences.
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The Program is designed for researchers at all levels who are ready to transform their ideas into scholarly works
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The Agenda will include: large group discussions, small group interactions, independent work, and one-on-one time with research mentors
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The Participants will receive a binder with pertinent articles related to research in advising, among other useful tools and materials
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The Cost is $75, which includes Research Symposium resources, time with NACADA consultants, and meals.
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Come with Research Ideas — Leave with an Action Plan! |
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NACADA Region 4 Conference Research Symposium
Saturday, March 20, 2010 8:30 am to 6:30 p.m. Georgia Institute of Technology
Sunday, March 21, 2010 8:30 am to 12:00 p.m. Georgia Institute of Technology
LOCATION: College of Computing Building, Room 102.
Registration will be right outside room 102.
NOTE: The College of Computing Building is next to the Klaus building.
- Symposium registration is limited to 25. As of 3 10 10 we are near the limit, so please e-mail matteson@ksu.edu before you send payment to assure that there is space.
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NACADA actively supports members who are committed to transforming their advising practice into scholarly inquiry. The inaugural Research Symposium was held last March prior to the Region IV conference and due to its overwhelming success, will return in 2010 to Region IV in March and expand to the Region II conference in April.
This opportunity is ideal for any member interested in setting aside intentional research time in a structured and supportive environment of academic advising professionals. Participants bring their research ideas/questions and through instruction, mentoring, and time to work on ideas, they leave with detailed action plans for completing their studies!
Workshop break-out sessions are differentiated to support researchers of all levels – from novices, to graduate students, to published scholars. Please note, members from all regions are welcome to participate! For more information, please contact Kathleen Smith at kssmith@admin.fsu.edu
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- This event will begin 8:30 a.m. March 20th
- Attendees may make hotel reservations at the Regency Suites Hotel in Atlanta or the Marriott Courtyard before February 26th
- Register for the symposium at: Click here!
Saturday, March 20, 2010
8:30 am – 8:45 am |
Research Symposium Welcome and Introductions |
8:45 am – 9:15 am |
Unveiling First Draft of Research Questions |
9:15 am – 10:00 am |
Exploring Quantitative/Qualitative Continuum |
10:00 am – 10:15 am |
Break |
10:15 am – 11:45 pm |
Formulating Research Plans (Workshop Break-Out Sessions) |
11:45 pm – 12:45 pm |
Lunch |
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm |
Presentation of Methodological Approaches (Interviews and Observations) |
1:45 pm – 2:00 pm |
Break |
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm |
Critically Reviewing Relevant Literature |
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm |
Methodological Approaches Continued (Academic Achievement
and Surveys) |
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm |
Independent Methodology Search in Computer Lab |
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
Dinner |
Sunday, March 21, 2010
8:30 am – 9:30 am |
Developing Your Research Document |
9:30 am – 11:00 am |
Research Plan Discussion (Workshop Break-Out Sessions) |
11:00 am – 11:15 am |
Break |
11:15 – 11:30 am |
Timelines and Action Plans |
11:30 – 11:45 am |
Accountability Partner Meetings |
11:45 – 12:00 pm |
Symposium Closing and Evaluation |
NACADA Region 4 Conference Research Symposium Faculty
Joshua Smith, Ph.D. is the Assistant Professor for Educational Psychology at the Indiana University School of Education and Director of the Center for Urban and Multicultural Education. Josh’s research examines educational transitions including the transition from high school to college. He also partners with schools and community-based organizations to evaluate educational programs on student outcomes and organizational effectiveness. He is active in NACADA, having served as the Chair of the Research Committee from 2007-2009 and is a current member of the NACADA Journal Board.
Kathleen Shea Smith, Ph.D. is the Assistant Director of Advising First at Florida State University and leads the Advising First Center for Exploratory Students. She has worked in the field of academic advising since 1989 and maintains a commitment to scholarship within her advising practice. On a mission to validate the critical work of academic advisors, Kathleen strives to support NACADA members who are ready to embark upon the research journey. Kathleen completed her doctoral studies in Higher Education, and in 2005 received the NACADA Student Research Award for her dissertation on academic advising and freshman student retention.. Kathleen currently serves as the Chair for the Commission for Undecided and Exploratory Students, is a member of the Research Committee and is NACADA’s Florida State Representative.
Join us for the Region 4 Conference following this seminar!
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