Starts on
15 Dec
2024
Research Scholars Program
Acquire tools for researching and writing papers with mentors from Harvard Student Agencies.Eligibility
Grades 8th-12th
Duration
8 Weeks
Early Application Date
10 December, 2024
[Regular Date: 13 Dec, 2024]
Program Fee for Early Applicants
USD 750
[Regular Fee: USD 1000]
Application deadline
13 December, 2024
Program Delivery
Zoom Led
In this program, students will learn the fundamentals of research and research writing under the guidance of qualified student mentor. At the end of the program, students will produce a 1500-2000 word research report, which will be published.
Research is an important step in the process of actualising innovative ideas and building a solid academic profile. Embolden your goals for the future and attain proficiency in topics that resonate with you by writing your own research paper with the guidance of qualified student mentors.
Apply NowResearch Areas
STEM: Technology
Impacts in Society
- Law
- Arts &
Humanities
- Business & the
Evolution of the Digital Market
What You’ll Gain
Make your ideas a reality by researching
Past Mentors
Our expert mentors from previous sessions
Awards & Recognitions
Showcase your achievements to the world
Schedule
8 week program: every Sunday starting 15th December 2024
Date
December 15, 2024 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Introduction to research
a. Different types of research
b. What counts as research?
c. How to find research opportunities
d. How to form a thesis
e. How to write a research paper
Date
December 22, 2024 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Scientific Method
a. Defining the problem
b. Making observations
c. Forming a hypothesis
d. Conducting an experiment
e. Drawing conclusions
Date
December 29, 2024 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Research Writing Overview
a. Case Studies
b. Going over the publication process
c. How to read a research paper and critique it
d. How to present your research professionally and clearly
Date
January 5, 2025 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Research Writing Format and Sources
a. How writing in research is different from other types of writing
b. Formatting research papers
c. Types of sources
d. How to find different types of sources
e. Citations
Date
January 12, 2025 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
a. Literature review
b. How to evaluate different types of sources
Date
January 19, 2025 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Analysis, looking at evidence, and coming up with own thesis
Date
January 26, 2025 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Writing the research paper (1500 - 2000 word paper)
Date
February 2, 2025 - Sunday
Time
9:00 am - 10:30 am-EST
Individual Projects
a. Presentation week: Each student presents on their project to Harvard students
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