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Unit 2 Assignment: Career Counseling Theory Case Study

Learner Name

COUN 5279

Date

Professor Name

Abstract

Here you are to summarize the contents of this paper. This summary should be one short paragraph that includes the purpose of this assignment, the theory chosen for this assignment, and the list of this assignment's components in narrative (not list) form.

Unit 2 Assignment: Elements of an APA Paper

Start writing your introduction here (1–2 paragraphs). An effective introduction prepares the reader by identifying the purpose of the paper and providing the organization of the paper. Please double-space and remember to indent all paragraphs throughout your paper (not block form). Aim to keep your writing objective using third person. Unless required for the specific assignment, please do not include a table of contents, as it is not APA style. Review paper guidelines on page requirements and number of sources required. Unless citing a classic work, aim to cite research articles and texts published within the past five years. Please use headings throughout your paper that are consistent with the paper’s scoring guide (that way you ensure you are adequately addressing all required areas.).

When you finish writing your paper, re-read it to check for errors and make sure your ideas flow well. A helpful tip is to read your paper aloud to yourself. If it does not sound right to your ear, it is not working on paper! Please submit your papers to Turnitin (linked in the course) to check for plagiarism. Also, remember as a Capella learner you have free access through Campus to personal tutoring services with Smarthinking.com.

Theory Identification and Application

Review the evaluation categories in the scoring guide to ensure you are addressing the “distinguished” category for all sections of your paper. Select one of the theories listed in the assignment directions or in your textbook. Describe the theory and its components.

Next, apply the theory you have just described to the case study as listed in the directions. Include the rationale for selecting this theory along with ways various components of the theory might be applied to the case.

Challenges & Solutions With Theory Application

In this section, analyze the challenges that might apply to the case study when using this theory. Describe the potential solutions that could be used to resolve these challenges.

Conclusion

Please provide a conclusion that summarizes the main ideas of your paper.

References

Begin your references on a separate page with the heading above (not bold). (Delete this and all these instructions when you are done reading them.) For this paper you are to have at least three references including your text.

You must have a reference for each source cited in your paper. Do not list a reference that was not cited in your paper. Consult your APA manual for proper examples on citing and referencing APA style. The Capella University Writing Center also has helpful tutorials.