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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.

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Research 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

Research Fundamentals

Learn about research fundamentals and critical research skills for a deeper understanding of the topic.

Paper Writing

Explore various types of research writing and write a 1500-2000-word research paper.

Enhance Your Knowledge

Develop enhanced knowledge about the topic of your interest that can guide you to innovate.

Build Your College Profile

Build your college profile by writing a research paper that actions change.

Skill Building

Build your research and problem-solving skills along with critical thinking, analysing, editing, and organising abilities.

Networking Opportunities

Expand your peer group by networking with mentors and peers worldwide and acquiring knowledge of diverse cultures, international problems, etc.

Awards & Recognitions

Showcase your achievements to the world

Certificates

Certificate of Participation provided to all participants.

Webinars/Masterclass

Access to all LWL webinar/masterclass.

LWL Social Media Feature

Get a chance to be featured on Learn with Leaders’ Social Media platforms.

Publish Your Work

Get a chance to publish your research paper with the help of the mentors.

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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