week 4 proposal

Research Paper: Proposal Instructions

After your topic is approved, turn your attention to the Research Paper Proposal. It must contain the following components:

1. The cover page - Include your name, class name, instructor name, and date according to the Turabian manual.

2. A working thesis statement - State the tentative, proposed thesis of the Research Paper in one sentence.

3. The need for the study - Explain why this research is important. Include the reason(s) why the topic may warrant the study, e.g. the significance and/or implication of the topic in relation to history, contemporary situation, or academic controversy.

4. The procedure of the study - In paragraph form, provide a brief summary of what will be included in each section of the paper. Detail any subtopics in your paper body.

5. A working bibliography - A list of 12 working scholarly sources for your paper. Avoid general dictionaries, commentaries, magazines, and/or essays.

Please note the following format guidelines for your proposal:

1. The proposal must be a minimum of 1 full page and must not to exceed 2 pages (not counting the cover page and selected bibliography).

2. The proposal must be double-spaced with Times New Roman 12 pt. font.

3. The following section headings must be included in the body of the proposal:

· Thesis Statement

· The Need for the Study

· The Procedure for the Study

4. The Research Paper Proposal must follow Turabian format.

5. The Research Paper Proposal is due by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of Module/Week 4.

See the Research Paper: Proposal Grading Rubric and note how your paper will be graded.