My name is Dr. Todd Bottom.
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Whether you are just beginning your journey and need the basic skills of specific research topics, or you are an advanced researcher that is nearing completion of your journey, I have valuable learning options to fit your needs.
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introductory
Courses
Learn the basics of the course topic. These courses are intended for students with little or no exposure to the topic.
advanced
courses
Learn the advanced skills of the course topic. These courses are intended for students with prior moderate exposure to the topic.
masterclasses
These courses include all materials included in both the Introductory and the Advanced courses.
Additional benefits include one-on-one consulting, live webinars and additional community benefits.
Personal
consulting
Could you use personal one-on-one assistance with your work? Contact me to see if we would be a good match.
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Next Steps
Determine if you would like to enroll in a regular course or a Masterclass.
All courses (see below) include all of the lectures, quizzes, homework, and community engagement. Masterclasses include additional benefits such combining multiple regular courses and invitations to live sessions with the instructor and other Masterclass students.
Enroll in the course of your choice.
All available courses are described below...simply click on a course to learn more about it. You may select either lifetime access to the course, or a monthly access membership. Enrollment includes a secure transaction, and a 30-day guarantee.
Begin the course and receive the student benefits.
Upon enrolling you will receive a confirmation email and you will be added to our student contact list to receive notifications. Be sure to check your in box for invitations to exclusive student events and bonus materials!
Student Benefits
Live Webinars
1-on-1 Consulting
As part of their enrollment, students in the Masterclasses receive two hours of 1-on-1 consulting with Dr. Bottom. This is a prefect opportunity to discuss specific details of your work and to receive feedback on a personal level.
Bonus lectures
I frequently create additional learning videos, and add these to courses' content. Topics may range from selecting a program to apply to, identifying theories to add to your study, or a review of a book or other reading material. These additional videos are added on an ongoing basis.
Exclusive Community Engagement
All courses include an exclusive and private discussion area for students to ask questions, provide comments, and support each other. Have a question about the homework or lecture? Post it in the community for the instructor and other students to respond!
Monthly Subscription or Lifetime Access
Select the course enrollment option that works best for you....choose either monthly access for as long as you like, or lifetime access in installments or with a one-time payment.
REGULAR course UPDATES
I am constantly updating and adding content, and creating additional bonuses for students. Updates include new courses or downloadable materials, with bonuses such as rewards for completing a course. Students receive additional content that is added to their course content.
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Next Steps
Request one of the free research guides.
Simply click on the button for more information about one of the guides at the top of this page, and provide your name and email address.
Check your email.
The guide (or a link to it) will be sent to you right away. You will also be added to our member list to receive information and updates. Members may unsubscribe at any time.
Start receiving member benefits.
You will begin receiving benefits such as invitations, promotions, informative emails and my personal email if you have occasional questions about your work.
Member Benefits
Free Resources
I occasionally email members to receive one of my several research guides to help with their skills and learning. These include topics such as fully funded programs, Thesis/Dissertation Manual, academic writing and more.
Live Session Invitations
Members receive invitations to occasional live informational or Q&A sessions that are not reserved solely for students who are enrolled in a course. These sessions are not available to the public and are exclusively for members of our community.
Promotional Updates
Before I offer new content such as written guides, videos, and courses, I sometimes offer them to our member community first. Updates also include coupon codes for substantial discounts when you enroll in a course.
Email Assistance
I frequently receive emails from members who have questions about their work. I am happy to personally respond to specific inquiries from members, although substantial assistance would require a consulting agreement.
Take your learning to the next level.
Top Rated Courses
Access dozens of hours of amazing, in-depth courses including hours of step-by-step instructions, bonus downloadable materials and much more.
Learn At Your Own Pace
From any device, any time at your convenience. Resume exactly where you left off. No limits on the number of times you can view video lessons.
Engaging Community
Join our students from around the world who are just like you. Learn and share with our growing community. All students receive members-only community access.