Wikipedia:United States Education Program/Courses/Brain and Behavior (Lisa Lu)/Course description

Project description
Students will work in groups of 3 or 4 to expand an existing Wikipedia article or section. I will make the final assignment of groups and topics after all students submit their rankings of interest level. I understand students are usually anxious about working together in groups, especially when assessment/grades are dependent on group performance due to concerns that some may not contribute in a fair fashion. However, out in the real world, you cannot choose who your co-workers are. Nevertheless, you still need to develop a professional, mutually respectful relationship with them, and address conflicts/concerns in a way that is constructive and respectful. This project offers an opportunity for you to develop those skill in preparation for the employment world. I will be available to assist you through the process if issues should arise.

Eligible articles for this project are listed in the Articles section. Students can also suggest an article that they are interested in editing for my approval. Please see the Timeline section for assignments due each week.

The goals are this project are to:
 * 1) Develop in-depth understanding of a topic related to brain and behavior
 * 2) Improve social skills in working and collaborating with others
 * 3) Improve professional writing skills to address a general audience
 * 4) Enhance professional deportment, which include following directions and being respectful (e.g., learn about Wikipedia culture and follow its guidelines and etiquette)
 * 5) Contribute to the Wikipedia community by improving an existing article or stub

I think you'll like this project, because your work will live on in perpetuity in Wikipedia (unless someone "improves" your article). It's exciting to make a contibution to something that over 470 million visitors access. You are representing not only yourself, but Roosevelt University too, so make us proud!

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