This assignment is the third and final installment of our Research Paper series. You now have an opportunity to synthesize and present the information you have gathered on your chosen topic. In doing so you will realize the value of skillful and effective examination of scholarly articles. You will also begin to develop a greater understanding of the value and importance of your topic in the field of Social Psychology. Finally, you will have an opportunity to briefly examine your topic in light of a biblical worldview perspective. The process we have followed in this series is one you are likely to find useful in future classes. Instructions For this assignment, you will: 1. Include the following main sections (level 1 headings) and sub-sections (level 2 headings): a. Introduction: describe your topic and explain its importance to Social Psychology (and life!). End the introduction with a purpose statement for your paper. b. Current Research: present the five research studies described in your Annotated Bibliography. Please do not copy the annotation from your previous assignment, but instead, address these points: i. Research Article 1: Descriptive Title · Briefly describe this study · Explain the significance of the study. · Describe strengths and weaknesses. · Synthesis and connection/transition. ii. Research Article 2: Descriptive Title · Briefly describe this study · Explain the significance of the study. · Describe strengths and weaknesses. · Synthesis and connection/transition. iii. Research Article 3: Descriptive Title · Briefly describe this study · Explain the significance of the study. · Describe strengths and weaknesses. · Synthesis and connection/transition. iv. Research Article 4: Descriptive Title · Briefly describe this study · Explain the significance of the study. · Describe strengths and weaknesses. · Synthesis and connection/transition. v. Research Article 5: Descriptive Title · Briefly describe this study · Explain the significance of the study. · Describe strengths and weaknesses. · Synthesis and connection/transition. c. Biblical Worldview Integration: What does scripture say about your topic? Please provide depth/detail here. This section should include approximately 500 words. d. Conclusion: Bring the various concepts together as you describe the discoveries you have made, identify strengths and weaknesses, and indicate possible directions for future research. 2. Apply current APA formatting guidelines within the following structure: a. Title page (apply APA student standards) b. Body/Text (1,500-2,000 words; include appropriate APA headings) c. References Page (must include all sources cited in your paper). 3. Adhere to these guidelines related to mechanics/structure: a. All lines of the paper must be evenly double-spaced. b. Use 1” margins on all sides. c. Avoid the use of a first-person perspective. d. Do not include direct quotes (except for brief quotations from Scripture). Instead, re-write in your own words to demonstrate your understanding of the information. e. Include an appropriate citation to identify your source(s) whenever you include information that is not considered common knowledge. f. Check your work carefully to eliminate spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors. g. Ensure a logical and clear flow by including appropriate transitions between sections. 4. Note that your assignment will be checked for originality via the SafeAssign plagiarism tool.
