American Music Therapy Association

This workshop is designed for clinicians and researchers who have a research concept they would like to develop and/or refine prior to implementation. Through lectures, demonstrations, and guided discussions participants will work in small groups to develop conceptual frameworks, formulate research questions, and refine methodology. Participants will submit their study concept three weeks prior to the workshop to facilitate the development process. Session 1 (Thursday) will focus on addressing common methodological challenges and mistakes, building conceptual frameworks, and developing research questions and corresponding methods. Participants will work on their concepts both during and between sessions. During Session 2 (Saturday), participants will bring their developing concepts to the large/small group setting for further refinement. Participants will receive instructions for submitting their pre-conference materials in October.