Research project proposals and volunteer information.

Volunteers are now required to state an "estimated time available", for contributing to the research projects. This ETA is so project team leaders (TL), and myself can maintain current and continuous research within the projects.

It is absolutely understood that at times it isn't possible to update within a 48 hr period as an individual, however as a team it is. Weekly or monthly allocations of time must take into consideration the two day update guideline.

In addition, I really do insist on any one interested in being a participant, read and familiarize themselves with the information listed below.

New Project Requirements

Even though foreknowledge and some understanding of the topic/s in interest is beneficial, all who believe they have something to contribute are welcome. These research projects are based on members of the community who wish to share what they have learned, and further study in order to continue to do so. All who are interested do not hesitate to contact myself, or a Team Leader (TL), via u2u to find out about joining a team.

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We would like to keep all research projects fairly organized and structured, and as such, I will post a few suggested guidelines for running your projects. This is a suggestion, but please understand that coordination and organization is a very important matter for professionally presenting your project.



Research Teams
Please keep teams to a manageable size, and keep in contact with all members to keep abreast of progress. In addition, when applying, it is the responsibility of the team leader to coordinate the team, and submit a final list to me, which will be posted at the top of the research thread. Interested, serious parties may jump in, but lets keep this activity to a minimum for the sake of organization.

Catalog
Catalog of all reasonably accessible information on the topic.

Abstract
An abstract that is 500-750 words or less.

Introduction

Timeline
A timeline depicting all of the major events relevant to the topic.

Commentary
Please include a pro and con statement for the topic, discussing the supporting and discrediting issues associated with your topic.

History
Any relevant historical background your topic of choice.

Link sources
List supporting links to your topic also, at least three offline sources may be required for final report.

Goal
A defined goal must be stated prior to embarking on your research. Open ended fact searching can get tedious, and tends to affect the overall organization of the project.

Progress Reports
All Team Leaders should post a weekly progress report to let us know how well you are progressing towards your goal, if you have hit a roadblock, ect.

Team Leader Score Card
Team leaders please keep tabs on your research group and make sure that all contributions are aimed at furthering the basic goal, and that all are contributing in thier assigned work load.

Please keep these guidelines in mind as you send in your applications."