A Project-Based Research Seminar
CAPS-Research is an Advanced Research Seminar. CAPS-Research students pursue a researchable question through traditional quantitative and qualitative research methods along with a substantial field-based inquiry project.
It’s a 2nd-semester opportunity to create an independent, academic experience, away from the familiar classroom setting, with the focus on independent inquiry and intellectual growth. The goal is to become a Senior Year Scholar and find something that you’ve never done before, but always wanted to do; or to do something you’ve done before, but want to take to a new level and investigate towards mastery.
We believe that seniors represent a largely untapped potential resource for “intellectual problem solving, social change, and community contributions.” Part of our focus is to put you in the position of the “expert” — to evaluate and synthesize what you have already experienced. At the same time, we’ll provide you with the proper resources and supports to stretch and challenge yourself both intellectually and personally.
It’s a 2nd-semester opportunity to create an independent, academic experience, away from the familiar classroom setting, with the focus on independent inquiry and intellectual growth. The goal is to become a Senior Year Scholar and find something that you’ve never done before, but always wanted to do; or to do something you’ve done before, but want to take to a new level and investigate towards mastery.
We believe that seniors represent a largely untapped potential resource for “intellectual problem solving, social change, and community contributions.” Part of our focus is to put you in the position of the “expert” — to evaluate and synthesize what you have already experienced. At the same time, we’ll provide you with the proper resources and supports to stretch and challenge yourself both intellectually and personally.
Student Testimonial
"I cannot possibly say enough about CAPS. It taught me to manage my time, do independent research, and most importantly it taught me to take pride in my work and take ownership of my education.The research skills CAPS taught me absolutely gave me a leg up in college. But concrete insights aside, CAPS reoriented the way I think about my education. I realized I could drive my own learning — and in college, where most papers and assessments are very open ended, that’s a valuable outlook. I would recommend CAPS to every student. It’s a great feeling to be trusted by your school." – Jordan Ascher, class of 2010, Yale University class of 2014
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CAPS Researcher, Ian Downie (2016)
Ian Downie researched the writing process-- from idea to published novel.
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Why?
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CAPS-Research provides rich and authentic learning opportunities through:
What will it take to be successful as a CAPS student? Creativity, Imagination, Diligence,Perseverance, Ambition, Motivation,Curiosity, Realization, Inspiration |