Methods in Latin American Studies

This graduate writing seminar provides structured guidance and dedicated time for developing your MA thesis or capstone project in Latin American Studies. We will examine texts about the craft of writing and academic research, consider key methodological approaches, and reflect on the ethics of research practice. Through a combination of discussion, writing assignments, and engagement with key readings, the course supports you in crafting a clear research question, building a conceptual and theoretical framework, conducting an effective literature review, and designing a feasible research plan. By the end of the quarter, you will have completed significant progress towards a complete MA research proposal that lays the foundation for your MA research project.