EXAMINATIONS: Research and do a 25 page in research writing project. But, the professor has to approve your TITLE of your paper and at least give the professor an abstract of what you are covering in the following 25 pages long.
Several factors will be taken into account when I review your work:
CONTENT:
- Content is comprehensive, accurate and all requested information is properly addressed
- Major points are stated clearly, and are supported by specific references from the literature, details, examples, and/or analysis.
- Research is adequate for the topic.
- Any concept that is not strictly your own MUST be appropriately referenced using APA style. The correct format for indirect referencing is (Author's last name, year) at the end of a sentence and (Author, year, p. #) for direct quotes.
- 5. You are able to show that you are not merely memorizing information but rather are processing it and are capable of applying it to real-life scenarios with clients whenever possible.
- EVENTUALLY, Lastly to write a Topic and abstract APA format so your instructor will approve your thesis/or dissertation writing research topic in psychology. A thesis/dissertation should be 115-150 pages long, quantitative or qualitative APA Style Format .Periodically you need to check with your professor in the progress of your Ph.D. thesis-dissertation. Also, you need to select how many references and citations you are using in regards to your Ph.D. Thesis-Dissertation. Remember this will be published by the university and you will have to defend YOUR THESIS via SKYPE WITH 2 TO 3 PROFESSORS.
*** FOR THIS COURSE YOU ARE TO WRITE AT LEAST 3 REASEARCH WRITING PAPERS OF NO MORE THEN 15 PAGES LONG. THIS IS IN ORDER TO PRACICE TOWARDS YOUR REAL THESIS – RESEARCH DISSERTATION THAT WILL BE UP TO 115-150 PAGES LONG APA STYLE FORMAT.
ORGANIZATION:
1. the introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.
2. The structure of the paper is clear and easy to follow.
3. The paper follows a logical structure and concepts are illustrated with examples wherever possible.
4. The conclusion reviews the major points.
FORMAT/GRAMMAR:
1. Spelling and syntax are correct.
2. Word usage is correct.
3. Punctuation is correct.
4. There is an appropriate title page.
5. There are clear References section in APA style format for them to be used.
READABILITY/STYLE:
1. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
2. The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment and qualifies as higher level academic writing.
GRADING: The grading scale for this course is as follows:
|
90-100% |
= A |
|
80-89% |
= B |
|
70-79% |
= C |
|
Below 70% |
= Fail |
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS:
- APA style- The University requires the use of APA format for academic writings. I highly recommend purchasing the APA Publication Manual (6th ed.). This manual provides guidance and examples of how to properly cite and reference the work of others. This is also where you will find the specific requirements regarding text type and size, margin settings, etc. These are the basic mechanical requirements of the paper and points are deducted for not complying with these. I am specifically looking for proper APA formatting of in-text citations and references.
- Plagiarism- If you are incorporating information from outside sources you need to cite those sources; otherwise you are presenting the work of others as your own. This is called plagiarism and is a serious academic offense. I do have all the technology to spot plagiarism.
- Grammar/punctuation/flow- You are expected to write at the collegiate level. Proof your paper to check for errors. Better yet, have someone else proof it for you if possible. The highest performing students will take pride in their written presentations and their papers will be free of grammar/punctuation errors and will have a well-structured and logical flow.