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\nPSY 101
\nAshford 6: \u2013 Week 5 \u2013 Final Paper
\n\u00a0Final Paper\u00a0
\nThe summative assessment for this course is a Final Paper that is due in Week Five. \u00a0For your Final Paper, you must demonstrate an understanding of a topic in psychology beyond the information presented in the course textbook. \u00a0Incorporate material from across the course, by describing and applying psychology knowledge as you integrate new research findings, into a cohesive and well-written paper. \u00a0This learning activity will facilitate the development of research techniques, critical thinking, and writing skills that are necessary to be successful in the field of psychology. \u00a0You may include personal experiences as examples to explain concepts and inform your audience. \u00a0\u00a0
\nYou will have already selected a research topic from the list below in Week Three of the course. \u00a0You must continue to use your selected topic. \u00a0The topics include:\u00a0
\nIs corporal punishment needed to discipline children?\u00a0
\n\u00a0To begin, research the chosen topic using scholarly resources and craft a thesis statement regarding your selected topic. \u00a0For assistance with creating a thesis statement, visit the Ashford Writing Center or the Ashford University Library. \u00a0Your Final Paper must contain at least five references from scholarly sources that were published within the last five years and are cited according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. \u00a0Examples of scholarly sources include: peer reviewed journal articles, research studies, professional websites with authored material, and government websites. \u00a0Popular internet sites (Wikipedia, Newsweek, New York Times, etc.) are not considered scholarly sources. \u00a0\u00a0
\nThen, address the following criteria as you write your Final Paper:\u00a0
\nInclude a well-written introduction with a succinct \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0thesis statement and a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.\u00a0
\nIntegrate research findings that address the selected \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0topic. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
\nDiscuss the key issues and controversies surrounding \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0your selected topic.\u00a0
\nDiscuss multiple perspectives on the selected topic, so \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0that the discussion is balanced and not one-sided.\u00a0
\nInclude a summary and analysis of the findings from the \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0research. \u00a0\u00a0
\nInclude any additional research that could be done in \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0the future, and provide solutions that could be implemented in the present \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0regarding your selected topic. \u00a0\u00a0
\nConsider the cognitive and behavioral implications \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0might play a role in your selected topic. \u00a0What learning principles \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0could factor into the topic? \u00a0What theories of motivation and \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0personality could influence your insights into the topic? \u00a0\u00a0
\nWriting the Final PaperThe Final Paper:
\nMust be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0(excluding title and references pages), and formatted according to APA \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.\u00a0
\nMust include a title page with the following:\u00a0
\nTitle of paper\u00a0
\nStudent\u2019s name\u00a0
\nCourse name and number\u00a0
\nInstructor\u2019s name\u00a0
\nDate submitted\u00a0
\nMust begin with an introductory paragraph that has a \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0succinct thesis statement.\u00a0
\nMust address the topic of the paper with critical \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0thought.\u00a0
\nMust end with a conclusion that summarizes your \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0research and reaffirms your thesis.\u00a0
\nMust use at least five scholarly sources.\u00a0
\nMust document all sources in APA style, as outlined in \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0the Ashford Writing Center.\u00a0
\nMust include a separate reference page, formatted \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.\u00a0
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\nCarefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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