Posted below is a sample of syllabus for the research course DMIN 543, which is taught during module 04. It offers a glimpse into the work required for these courses.
The research courses vary from cohort to cohort. So, the DMIN 543 syllabus for future cohorts is likely to be different than the sample.
Sample research course syllabus
Writing the Dissertation
Credit hours: 1.0
Professor: Kent Yinger
Phone: 1-503-554-6156
E-mail: kyinger@georgefox.edu
Credit Hours: 1.0
Catalog Description
The process of research and writing in preparing the Doctor of Ministry project.
Course Objectives
As a result of this course students will:
- Establish a concrete plan and schedule for writing the project, including accountability parameters
- Make decisions about the audience and voice of the work
- Experience editing of written work
- Complete a final draft of the expanded abstract of the project
Methods
- In-class lectures on breaking the big project into manageable parts, tips for writing and tips for editing
- In-class discussion of the writing process
- Peer evaluation groups
- In-class editing lab
- Individual work on writing plan
Texts
The textbooks for this course remain the same as those required for DMIN513-33:
- Myers, William R. Research in Ministry: A Primer for the Doctor of Ministry Program, 3d ed. Chicago: Exploration Press, 2000
All papers in the program will be evaluated for form and style based on:
- Strunk, William and White, E. B. The Elements of Style. 4th ed. New York: Macmillan, 2000
- Turabian, Kate L. A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations: Chicago Style for Students and Researchers. 7th ed. Chicago: The University of Chicago Press, 2007.
Requirements
- Complete Ramp-up work
- Produce a writing plan (with backup and accountability elements)
- Participate in class activities
- Engage in lab exercises
- Finalize abstract and plan with primary dissertation advisor
Evaluation
| Course Component | Percentage of Total Grade |
| Writing Plan | 35% |
| In-class participation and exercises | 35% |
| Expanded Abstract | 15% |
| Writing Sample for Voice/Audience | 15% |