ECN 101

Research Paper: ECN 101 For the research paper, the student will select a topic that pertains to the subject matter of the course. In the field of economics, there is a lot of disagreement about how to implement economic principles and this paper will work best if you choose a current area where multiple viewpoints are available. Approval of the paper’s topic and topic sentence are required prior to commencing the paper. The paper should provide an in-depth investigation of the subject selected with an introduction and conclusion. We will discuss possible topic areas in class. You will be graded on your ability to present and analyze the various sides of the issue you select. Your introduction to the paper should address the controversy, present your thesis or topic statement and preview the paper’s organization. Your conclusion section of the paper should present your own viewpoint based on the facts you collected. A minimum of five different references (besides your text) should be utilized. It should be typewritten, doublespaced, follow either the APA or MLA format, and be a minimum of 10 pages in length (excluding cover page and bibliography/references). You should begin your paper by constructing an outline. I will be happy to review your outline and help you proceed from that point. You can submit your topic statement for approval and your final paper electronically, but be sure to keep a hard copy in case of transmission problems.