Science with Impact - Educator Resources

Welcome to the "Research Methods for a Better World" Course Materials Folder Thanks for being here! This folder contains open-access teaching materials developed for a course on research methods at an undergraduate or graduate level, based on a course taught within a graduate Environmental Science and Policy program at Pace University. The included lecture slides were developed specifically for students in the environmental field, but they can be readily adapted for use in other applied disciplines, including public health, urban planning, international development, and beyond. The course was designed for mixed modality delivery — students watch certain lectures in advance, then participate in in-person, discussion and activity-based sessions. However, the structure is flexible and can be adjusted for fully in-person or online formats. The syllabus outlines a 13-week plan, to intentionally leave space for instructors to incorporate additional topics or tailor content based on disciplinary context and local needs. I hope you find these resources useful in your teaching and learning – feel free to adapt, build upon, and share them in the spirit of open education and making research matter for the real world. Please feel free to contact me with any suggestions, questions, or just to say if/how you are using these materials. I look forward to hearing from you! -Anne Toomey, PhD Associate Professor Environmental Studies and Science Pace University, NYC Co-Founder of Participatory Science Solutions LLC New book! Science with Impact: How to Engage People, Change Practice, and Influence Policy For 20% off use discount code: IMPACT