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<p>The supervised research course enables students to investigate a significant problem or issue in cultural heritage and to develop and demonstrate leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills. The research project is expected to result in a written deliverable that makes a contribution to the field of cultural heritage broadly defined. Coursework, assignments, and meetings with a faculty member will take place in an online course environment. This course is normally completed toward the end of the degree program. <p>Potential students for this course must complete the Turning Your Topic Into A Good Research Question Research Skills Module and submit a Research Proposal/ question form prior to registering. On this form, students will describe their topic and research question. Please reach out to your academic advisor in order to complete this step. The course instructor will review the proposals and determine project appropriateness and enrollment eligibility. Students will register for this course through the add/drop form. <p>This course is recommended for students seeking to satisfy 36 CFR 61 federal qualification standards. These are standards used by the National Park Service previously published in the Code of Federal Regulations. <p>The jobs of History, Archaeology and Architectural History include the following minimal professional qualifications (respectively): <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of history. <li>Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion. <li>Substantial contribution through research and publication to the body of scholarly knowledge in the field of American architectural history. </ul>