RESEARCH PAPER Instructions:
A) For this assignment you will propose a topic assignment that relates to parent child relationships. Once your topic is approved your task will be to continue researching and delving into two - three research (scholastic) articles dealing with your thesis topic.
B) After choosing your sources, you will write a paper comparing how the issue is treated by each of the sources. Offer an analysis and evaluation of each article you read (e.g. miniature lit review).
Explain how the similarities and/or differences relate to your thesis, and then make a determination as to which as well as how the article supports your personal view on the issue. Be sure to include a summary of your findings at the end of the paper (e.g. As per the research data, does it support your initial theory regarding the parent-child relationship?).
C) Some things to consider before choosing your articles are the following: the purpose of the article; whether the article in support of your opinion, qualifications of the author(s); results significance; contradictory evidence presented in the articles; theoretical viewpoint of the author; what kind of outside sources are cited; whether or not the information is logical; and any other information that is relevant. ??Listed below are some examples of professional journals, as well as examples of popular periodicals. Keep in mind that this is a very short list; there are many others available. Cohen Library offers access to many other journals as well. ?A Short List of Academic Journals:?Adolescence?Child Development?Child Study Journal,?Child Today?Childhood Education?Journal of Divorce?Early Child Development & Care?Developmental Psychology?Journal of Marriage and Family?Social Forces?Journal of Family Issues?Young Children?Child Welfare?Family Relations?Journal of Social Issues?Gender & Society?Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences?Curriculum and Teaching Education and Society?Educational Practice and Theory
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Select a paper topic in which you are not only interested in but also one in which you are passionate about. Some issues we've already begun to discuss in class meanwhile others might of been underlying reasons as to what made you register for this course. The topic may relate to your own personal experience growing up; However make sure that throughout your paper that you are speaking on behalf of the research by reporting factual data to support your stance on the topic. To your best abilities exclude "I's", "I think", etc. Please do keep in mind that student research papers are usually subjective, in that the writer formulates a thesis statement and uses sources that support that thesis. Furthermore, bear in mind that there is usually another equally valid viewpoint that can be supported with other sources.