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EDUC 1150

Research Paper Outline (WORTH 20%)

Academic research and writing are amongst the most challenging and important tasks faced by post-secondary students. The ability to locate quality research and discern and clearly communicate the value of that research to others is a distinguishing feature of the truly educated, critical thinker. While many students think their research and writing abilities are strong, the standards in post-secondary are often very different than those required in high school or the workplace. Moreover, no matter who you are (elementary school student to university professor) and no matter what your current abilities, your writing and analytical skills can always be improved.

The purpose of this assignment is to:

1) explore an issue of relevance to contemporary higher education in depth,

2) learn how to analyze and assess the merits of ideas in scholarly papers and other forms of research (e.g., government or business reports; scholarly books),

3) learn to cite and acknowledge the scholarly sources on which your analyses are grounded appropriately using APA format and,

4) introduce you to standards of post-secondary scholarly work by presenting logical, well-structured analyses in a concise research paper outline format.

Requirements:

This assignment is independent. However, it will be done in conjunction with your group project.

1. Find at least 2 peer-reviewed academic sources that pertain to your specific “group research question”.

2. Prepare a research paper outline and reference list in APA style. Length: 1 -1.5 page double-spaced (12 font, Times, Times New Roman, or Arial) plus 1-page reference list.

How to Develop A Research Paper Outline

For this assignment your task is to find a topic that is:

• “debatable” (i.e., has at least 2 different views on it); AND
• “researchable” (i.e., you will be able to find articles on it in one or more academic disciplines).

THUS: A paper outline that discussed the physical, emotional, and mental effects of marijuana would not meet the first criteria as it would be descriptive only, with little to debate. A paper outline that discussed whether hockey players who are found to have used steroid should be removed from the NHL Hall of Fame would not meet the second criteria, as there is no academic literature on this topic.

IN ADDITION: Ensure you avoid ethical (“should”) questions such as “should abortion be legal/illegal? Should stem cell research be legal?, etc” for three reasons:

1. To be effective in an academic sense, such arguments require the use of sophisticated philosophical concepts and arguments.
2. There tends to be little scholarly peer-reviewed academic literature on these kinds of topics.
3. People tend to pick these topics because they hold strong views on them and as a consequence resort to making arguments based on emotion rather than logic. Such arguments are not appropriate in academic contexts.

Outline:

Using the following format, provide a hard copy of your thesis statement, outline, and reference list. The outline should be in point form OR short sentences EXCEPT your Introduction and thesis statement (which must be written out in proper sentence format).

• Title Page (on a separate page)
• Introduction:
• Research Statement: (2-3 paragraphs)

• Provide a thesis statement, which is one sentence that summarizes the argument of your paper. This statement must include both the PRO (thesis statement) and CON (counter point) sides of your research question.
• An example: For the research question How does social media impact student learning? could write the following research statement:
• “Some educational experts claim that social media use can improve university students’ grades (your thesis statement-how you plan to argue the question) while others claim that it is related to lower grades” (con-counter-point-a relevant point that does not support your thesis statement, but one that needs to be addressed for a well-rounded argument).

• Summary of Argument (point form)

• Supporting source for “pro” side of topic (point-form)
  • Include brief summary of the source
  • Include analysis of the source. Is it sufficient, relevant, representative? Do the conclusions add up? Note: If the source doesn’t answer your research question directly, explain what information it does provide that is relevant to your question.
• Opposing source for “con” side of topic”. (point-form)
  • Include brief summary of the source
  • Include analysis of the source. Is it sufficient, relevant, representative? Do the conclusions add up? Note: If the source doesn’t answer your research question directly, explain what information it does provide that is relevant to your question.
• References: (On a separate page)
• Reference List in proper APA format (a minimum of 2 scholarly sources*)

• Conclusion. (point form)
  • Briefly sum up your sources and how each contributes to your research question.
  • Draw a conclusion based on your evaluation of the sources and their answers to your research question (i.e., take a stance).
  • Present a thesis statement based on your conclusion (see Resource Links below).

Submission: Hand in a hard copy of your assignment (see Requirements above) at the start of class on the due date and submit electronic links of your articles to moodle titled “Contemporary Views: Scholarly Sources”.

Resource Links:

KPU Library link for general help in academic writing (thesis statements, citations, writing papers, avoiding plagiarism etc.):

http://libguides.kpu.ca/c.php?g=183909&p=1212998

Sources on how to write a thesis statement and research paper components:

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/1/1/

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/588/01/ ***

http://www.indiana.edu/wts/pamphlets/thesis_statement.shtml

http://english.ttu.edu/Kairos/3.1/news/paradigm/thesfrms.htm

https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/545/01/EDUC 1150: Research Paper Outline Feedback Sheet

Name__________________ Mark________/15

Criteria	Needs Work	Satisfactory	Exceptional
Intro & Thesis	The thesis is not clear and the reader has to read several points/statements into the outline to determine the main point.	The thesis is present in the introduction but the writer’s position is only partially described.	The writer provides a clearly articulated position in the introduction.
Supporting sections	There is often more than one theme per section and a connection to the thesis is missing.	There is generally one theme per section but some of the supporting claims seem to wander from the thesis.	There is one theme per section and the writer offers a clear and convincing connection between all claims and the thesis.
Counter-Argument	There is no evidence that the writer is aware of a counter-argument OR counter-argument is brought up but not addressed.	The writer addresses counter-argument, but does not address it fully.	Counter argument is not only well-articulated, but thoroughly addressed (i.e., explained & rebutted)
Conclusion	Conclusion may not be clear and connections to the thesis and research are incorrect or unclear, or just a repetition of the findings without explanation.	Conclusion is clearly stated and connections to the thesis and research are mostly clear: some aspects may not be logically connected.	Conclusion is clearly stated and connections to the thesis and research are clear, relevant, and convincing.
Organization/Logic/Clarity	Outline is poorly organized and difficult to read – does not flow logically from one part to the next. Technical terms may not be defined or are poorly defined.	Outline is generally well organized and sections are easy to follow.	Outline is coherently organized and the logic is easy to follow. Terms are clearly defined.
Use of scholary sources	The writer doesn’t use scholarly source material well or the material used does not match the argument.	The writer uses varied source material that supports the argument; some sources are more effective than others.	The writer uses several different sources effectively; most or all sources are scholarly.
APA in-text citations	There is little evidence that the student is aware of APA style for in-text citations.	In-text citations generally follow APA, but there are a few errors in citations.	The in-text citations are accurate.
APA References	References page does not include scholarly sources and/or does not follow APA style.	References page has scholarly sources but it is not in APA style.	The references page is in APA style and the source list is scholarly and credible.

Part 1

Using the downloadable software, templates provided, or other preferred software, such as Microsoft Excel:

• Complete a WBS for your project.
  Work Breakdown Structure

This list of activities needs to contain enough detail so you can effectively plan and schedule your event.

• Using the completed WBS as a reference, next complete a Gantt chart of your project using the template provided. If you discover in the process you overlooked activities make sure to include them in the WBS.
  Gantt Chart
• In a paper that is a minimum of 2 pages long, identify the Critical Path for your project. Using the WBS and the Gantt chart you constructed for this project analyze how much longer you will need to start planning in advance of your event in order to complete the project? Your submission should follow the essentials of APA (i.e., cover page, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, reference section at the end, in-text citations, etc.).

Part 2

For this part of the Course Project, you will put together a Quality Plan. In order to provide the highest quality experience possible, attendees of the event were surveyed to determine what was most important to them when attending such an event. The result of this survey is listed below:

– 90% of those completing the survey felt that having engaging and dynamic speakers is key to a successful event
– 90% felt that it was important that the accommodations were physically located where the convention is being held; they didn’t want to have to take a bus or a shuttle from their hotel to the convention.
– 85% stated the food provided should be wonderful and meet any dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian or gluten-free.

For your assignment, you will need to do the following:

Complete a scope statement for your project (Use may use the templates for Project Scope and Business Objective Worksheet provided). Your project Scope should be at one page in length.

Project Scope and Business Objective Worksheet

Using the WBS for your project, identify which of the Work Activities listed could potentially impact those items identified by attendees as critical for the success of the project.

Complete a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis. Only include those activities that impact the four issues identified by your customers as critical to producing a quality event. For each of the activities listed:

– Based on your knowledge of the activity analyze the severity of the impact on the project if the activity failed to produce a quality result as Low, Medium, or High
– Also based on your knowledge of the activity analyze the probability of the poor quality result occurring as Low, Medium, or High
– For the three activities that were evaluated as having the most severe quality consequences AND having the highest impact generate an action plan to reduce or eliminate these failures from occurring

• In a paper that is a minimum of 2 pages long, clearly and concisely summarize the action items identified through the FMEA that will increase the probability of your project being considered a success with your customers.
• Your submission should follow the essentials of APA (i.e., cover page, double-spaced, 12 pt. font, reference section at the end, in-text citations, etc.).

After a local incident, the leaders in the criminal justice system are conducting a town hall meeting to inform the community on several issues, including diversity issues, programs, and challenges in the criminal justice system.

You have been selected by the criminal justice agency you work for, or would like to work for, to represent them and prepare a presentation titled, What Diversity Looks Like.

Choose the agency you would like to represent.

Create an 10- to 12-slide Microsoft^® PowerPoint^® presentation with extensive speaker notes in which you include the following:

• Provide a definition for cultural diversity and cultural competence.
• Explain the value of cultural competence, and provide an example relevant to your community.
• Define intercultural communication, and provide an example (it is recommended that you use a graphic to highlight your discussion).
• Discuss challenges facing the criminal justice system, and provide at least one example of how the challenge(s) is being addressed. For example, this might include implementation of a program or changes in procedures and training.

Format all citations and references in accordance with APA guidelines.

USE SPEAKER NOTES

Group Reflection

Text – The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy by Irvin D. Yolom, 5^th Edition

Requirements

This paper must be written in Microsoft Word (no exceptions)

This paper must follow APA format

This paper must be double spaced, 12” font, 1” margins all around

Must use references/resources submitted

In-text citation (Last name, Year)

Give me your best writing because I need to score an A

Need 3 – 4 pages

Absolutely, NO PLAGARISM

Assignment (Chapters 5 & 6)

Be encouraged to explore any questions thought or feelings you have about groups as with examples given below.

• What makes a group?
• How do groups function?
• How do groups develop?
• What are the stages of group development?
• Where are places that groups can get stuck or stagnant?
• How do you see yourself reflecting to groups as you interact in your everyday life differently?