Term Paper

TERM PAPER Format

 

Must be in APA format and should have the following basic format and

NO more than 6 pages altogether.

 

1-     Abstract: a short, clear and concise summation of the entire paper. An abstract should provide enough of a preview that a typical reader will know whether or not they wish to read the paper. It should reveal both the purpose and conclusions of the paper

 

2-     Introduction: it should start broad and narrow down to a specific research question. The introduction should reveal some broad knowledge of the overall topic and quickly focus on the major point of the paper

 

3-     Body: it should include the actual content of the project like background, research, information from a variety of significant sources related to the major point of the paper that contribute to a well-supported argument, critique or discussion of the topic

 

4-     Conclusion: The conclusion should reinforce the major claims or interpretation in a way that is not just a summary.  It might also present complications and illustrate the need for further research on the topic

 

5-     References

 

It is very important that your research term papers contain your thoughts based on your understanding and most importantly written in your own words!  In other words; term papers MUST be your work.