2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

LDRS 792 Scholarly & Critical Inquiry

This course introduces the foundations of scholarly and critical inquiry. Advanced research methods will be reviewed as they relate to critical inquiry. Students interact and explore the components of the critical inquiry process. Discussion includes utilizing the scholarly inquiry process to address paths and processes for practitioners to identify and implement strategies to enhance their professional fields as well as inspire followers.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Outcomes

  1. 01. Identify the benefits of and need for scholarly and critical inquiry. (PSLOs 1, 2, 4)
  2. 02. Appraise various advanced research methods that enhance the critical inquiry process. (PSLOs 1, 2)
  3. 03. Summarize specific skills necessary for scholarly and critical inquiry. (PSLOs 1, 2)
  4. 04. Examine the scholarly inquiry process as it relates to organizational settings. (PSLOs 1, 2, 4)
  5. 05. Evaluate situational settings where students can use critical inquiry for advocacy and leadership in their professional fields. (PSLOs 1, 2, 4)