Research Paper: Proposal

Once the topic has been approved, the next step is to write a proposal of at least 350 words. The main purpose of this assignment is to allow you to demonstrate that you have identified an issue worthy of consideration and that you know in which direction to take it.

In particular, the proposal should deal with the following:

•A description of the subject: You should briefly discuss the topic you have decided to explore. Explain what is involved in this topic. Define clearly the framework. Focus on the importance of this topic and on your rationale for selecting this topic. Explain how it ties-in with one of the issues we will examine in the course.

•The research question: What is the precise research question you intend to answer in writing your paper? What are the main elements of debate around this question? At this stage, what is your position on this question?

•Identify four scholarly sources available on your subject. Which of these sources do you think will be the most useful (and why).