This document provides an overview and introduction to an online course titled "Research and Education". It outlines the course policies, assignments, textbook, and expectations. The course will cover principles and practices of educational research through weekly modules, readings, and assignments. Students will complete discussion posts, ethics training, article reviews, quizzes, and a research proposal consisting of a question, literature review, methods section, and peer feedback. The goal is to teach students how to conduct, understand, interpret, and evaluate educational research.