- LIS 7909 Directed Independent Study is an opportunity for concentrated study to investigate
a problem or subject to meet the student’s special needs and interests.
- An independent study may not investigate a topic regularly covered in courses offered
by the School.
- The student must have completed nine hours of LIS courses before registering for an
independent study.
- No more than six hours of independent study credit may be applied toward a degree.
Credit Hours Awarded
One (1) Credit
The student does independent reading under the direction and guidance of the appropriate
faculty director, meeting together at least three times during the fall/spring semesters,
or once during the summer. The student prepares a written report, e.g., project, essay,
bibliography, etc., to be submitted for evaluation by both the faculty director and
the student’s advisor.
Two (2) Credits
The student does independent reading under the direction and guidance of the appropriate
faculty director, meeting together at least six times during the fall/spring semesters,
or twice during the summer. The student prepares a written report, e.g., project,
essay, bibliography, etc., to be submitted for evaluation by both the faculty director
and the student’s advisor.
Three (3) Credits
The student does independent reading under the direction and guidance of the appropriate
faculty director, meeting together at least nine times during the fall/spring semesters,
or three times during the summer. The student prepares a written report, e.g., project,
essay, bibliography, etc., to be submitted for evaluation by both the faculty director
and the student’s advisor.
The Student Will
During the prior semester/term:
- Secure a faculty director of the study and discuss the proposed study with them.
- Submit the DIS Proposal Form to the faculty director and the student's faculty advisor.
During the DIS:
- Submit the completed project one week prior to the final exam period.
The Faculty Director Will
- Determine the suitability of the proposed study and the number of credit hours to
be allowed.
- Ensure that the completed DIS Proposal Form is submitted to the School Office.
- Ensure that the completed project is submitted to the School Office.
Research conducted by School of Information Studies personnel inherently reflects
on the status and image of the School. Any research study done by faculty, staff or
students of the School that involves gathering data through the use of questionnaires,
interviews or other contact with individual respondents must have prior approval of
the Director. The Director may consult with individual faculty members, the faculty
as a whole, or other knowledgeable and involved persons in evaluating proposed research.
Research projects must also meet the criteria and procedures set forth by the University
for research involving human subjects.