Second Essay
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second_essay.docxDue Date: May 31, 2017 23:59:59 Max Points: 235 Details:
Research on the nervous system is controversial. In this assignment, you will explore nervous system research and the controversies surrounding it.
General Requirements:
Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:
· Instructors will be using a grading rubric to grade the assignments. It is recommended that learners review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment in order to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
· Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
· This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.
· You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.
Directions:
Write a paper of 1,000-1,250 words that summarizes the current research on the nervous system and the controversies surrounding this research. Include the following in your paper:
1. A brief review of the current empirical research regarding the construction of the nervous system and its role in shaping behavior.
2. A discussion of the controversies surrounding research on the nervous system
Rubric
Review of the Historical and Current Empirical Research Regarding the Construction of the Nervous System and Its Role in Shaping Behavior Benchmarks C1.1: Discuss the development of key psychological theories. A review of the historical and current empirical research regarding construction of the nervous system and its role in shaping behavior is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes a discussion of all necessary elements. The review is firmly grounded in current and/or seminal research.
Discussion of the Controversies Surrounding Research on the Nervous System: A discussion of the controversies surrounding research on the nervous system is present, thorough, and well-detailed. The statement is well supported with current and/or seminal research.
Two Additional Scholarly Research Sources With In-Text Citations: All required elements are present. Scholarly research sources are topic-related, and obtained from highly respected, professional, original sources.
Thesis Development and Purpose : Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive. The essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
Argument Logic and Construction: Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use) Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
Paper Format (Use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) All format elements are correct.
Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style) In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.
