3. Research Paper on a Curriculum Topic or Issue

Title of Paper: Classroom Management: The Underlying Problem in Early Childhood Education

Your research paper should have approximately 6 - 8 sources cited. This is an estimate. Length of the paper and sources will be determined by topic selection and available research but should be approximately 5-6 pages. Follow APA, 6th Edition (double check on the APA website or Purdue Online Writing Lab for accuracy).

 Research Paper Grading Rubric - 15% of Grade  

 30 pts - Current Research - 2007 - Present; 

 Unless research is a classic study; See Portfolio Description for this.  

 30 pts - Sources, 6 - 8 cited; APA 6th Edition 30 pts - Organization of Paper  

 Introduction, Main Focus, Conclusion or Summary; Professionally worded,  

 appropriate writing style Absence of Grammatical and Mechanical Errors  

 Remember that a research paper is not your opinion or beliefs, but the  

 presentation of research facts and findings and the opinions of authorities in  the field. You will organize this information to make a point or present an idea  or topic.