Research Paper: Write a research paper drawing upon your readings of the issues and problems facing many aspects of community colleges today.

Select one of the statements below AND prepare a comprehensive answer of the topic and critically apply the broad conclusions to the improvement of a community college with which you are familiar.

The research paper should include a sufficient number of sources from the three required textbooks (The American Community College 6th ed. by Cohen, Brawer, and Kisker)(Kozerkacki-New Directions for Community Colleges) and other recommended readings about the community college.

The research paper should be from 8 to 10 pages, excluding the title page and reference page following APA manual style (6th ed.).

Analyze the purpose, goals and expectations of the community college in its development in American Higher Education.

Summarize the trends and patterns of funding used for community colleges in the U.S.