Topic: Sociology

Order Description Outline –3 required elements: 1. Title page with running head 2. Outline format that details the topic you plan to research and write about (must be detailed) 3. Reference Page in APA format (must have 4 references) (One of your references should be the Journal Article you chose. Search for journal articles or books that focus on the topic you have chosen. Then go on Learning Commons- click on ODIN- and change search drop down tab from Williston State to Articles + . Type in your topic and look for journal articles (peer reviewed are best) on your topic. You need a minimum of 4 references for this paper. Create a title for your paper and set up a Title page following APA format instructions on the Guidelines for the research paper. Follow this outline format: (12pt-no bold) Title of Paper I. Introductory Paragraphs A. Introduce the topic you are discussing 1. Population you are focusing on 2. Theorist view of the topic (ex: Piaget, Kohlberg, Ainsworth) 3. Statistics if available II. Body of the Paper A. Describe your topic (detailed- look for various viewpoints, theories) B. Find research that looks at the topic or consequences of the topic (Ex: Spanking does it result in more aggressive behavior in children) III. Conclusions A paragraph wrapping up your paper References- this is a separate page with a running head and title (APA Format) (Look at the sample page to see the APA format) Use resources given to make sure your references are in APA format (Minimum of 4 references- books (not the textbook) or journal articles-NO Websites- unless approved ahead of time)