Baby Project

ALTERNATIVE PROJECT

(In place of Baby Project – 100 points)

Due Date:  Monday, November 4th 

Research Paper:  

• Write (using your own words) a well-developed paper of at least 5 pages long.  You may include your own opinions as well as updated factual research. Research must be properly cited
• Use at least 3 recent references (within the last 10 years or less)
• Must include: Cover Page and a Works Cited Page in either MLA or APA Format that are not part of your 5 pages
• Choose one from the following topics:
  • How much would it cost to raise a child from birth (including pregnancy and delivery) to age 18?
  • In vitro fertilization: what are the up-to-date methods and how does it work?
  • Abortion: what are the issues surrounding this topic?
  • Infertility: what's being done for those who are infertile? 
  • 5. Adoption: what are your options?
  • 6. Child Abuse: what are the laws and long-term effects? 
  • 7. Surrogate parenting: what is involved and what is the process?

The paper will be graded on the following criteria:

1. Depth of thought - Evidence of serious reflection and research on the topic.
2. Content - Clear thesis statement  with adequate support
3. Organization:  Introduction, body, and conclusion
4. Usage and mechanics (proofread!)
5. 12 pt times new roman font; double spaced; 1 inch margins
6. Proper Citations and Works Cited/Reference Page