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guides you along the perilous path over to the light side of Research Ethics . We will briefly discuss the historical background of unethical research and the need for ethical research guidelines . Then you can ask yourself , “ What would I do ?” as we examine cases of unethical research practices across a variety of disciplines , including modern cases of unethical research in areas such as social media . Other topics of discussion will include ethical research methods , authorship and the use of human and animal subjects .

How to Ask for , Process and Use Feedback in Undergraduate Research

Kevin Jardaneh , University of Central Florida Building 7 , Room 108B

Red track changes in Word , “ bleeding ” term papers filled with red pen and rejection letters from publications : feedback in undergraduate research conjures vision of “ failure ” for many students . This is a problem because feedback is a central part of academic research , as an undergraduate and beyond . This interactive workshop aims to help students harness the power of feedback to improve their research . It will focus on feedback as a cycle : asking for feedback , managing emotional responses to feedback analyzing feedback and planning for improvement .

Applying Graduate School

Zhengrong Li , Eastern Florida State College Building 7 , Room 108C

There are a lot of reasons to go to graduate school . Two of the most common ones are : a graduate degree can open up a wider array of career opportunities , for example , in psychology , social work , healthcare . Second , an advanced degree can help transition to another career - whether out of desire or necessity . This presentation helps the undergraduate student learn the importance of graduate school to succeed in chosen careers . Its aim is to assist students in the planning , searching and applying graduate schools in their fields and choices . As the results of the presentation the participants will be able to :

• Search and collect information on graduate schools based on interests and chosen careers

• Analyze financial issues and school strengths that match you best before the application

• Prepare a strong application package

• Ace the Graduate / Professional School Interview

1:30 - 2:15 p . m . Workshop # 3 Building 7

Summer Off-Campus Research Experiences

Kimberly Schneider , University of Central Florida Building 7 , Room 114

Summer is a great time to participate in research and there are numerous programs available to students away from their home institution . Summer programs are available at hundreds ( maybe thousands ) of universities and research institutions . Opportunities are available nationally and internationally and many provide a stipend , travel costs , housing and / or board . Applications open in late fall and deadlines occur from early January through the end of March . Opportunities exist for all majors , but more are available for students in the fields of science and engineering . Fall and spring semester opportunities also exist . This workshop will provide an overview of opportunities , information on how to create a strong application and resources to help students through the process .

Reverse-Engineering the Resume of Your Dreams through Research Experience

Rebecca McLean , Aaron Santomauro , Leslie Simms and George Walters-Marrah , University of Central Florida Building 7 , Room 111

This panel of student ambassadors from the University of Central Florida will discuss how to plan out an undergraduate research experience that helps you reach your post-graduation goals . Developing the resume of your dreams is possible . These students have participated in paid summer programs and internships , traveled to national conferences , submitted their work for publication , and received funding to support their research activities . They will share how they planned ahead to make it all happen and how you can , too .

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