About the Microcredential

  • Fee: Free for UNT faculty, staff, and students
  • Modality: Online, asynchronous, self-paced
  • Intended Audience: UNT students (primary); UNT faculty and staff (secondary)
  • Approximate Time for Completion: 10-12 hours
  • Author: Dr. Brenda Barrio & Victoria Calvin

Upon completion of the microcredential, learners will be awarded a digital badge of completion via Parchment Badges that can be shared on social media, resumes, or with employers.

What You Will Learn

  • Nature & Purpose of Research in Social Science: Attain the essential knowledge and skills needed to engage in academic research during your undergraduate career.  
  • Research & Ethical Considerations: Distinguish the difference between unethical conduct of research and responsible conduct of research in social science fields.
  • Strategies for Disseminating Findings: Explore effective strategies to share research findings with the broader scientific community.

Course Format

  • Flexible Learning Format: This microcredential is delivered in an online asynchronous format, allowing learners to engage with the content at their own pace. 
  • Multimedia Learning Materials: Short videos with embedded readings and audio narration provide an engaging environment for learning expert content.
  • Comprehensive Content: Focus is on the application of relevant research knowledge, skills, and competencies.

About the Authors

Dr. Brenda Barrio & Victoria Calvin