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PSYC 380
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RESEARCH PAPER: FINAL PAPER ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
OVERVIEW
This Research Paper: Final Paper Assignment is the second and final installment of our
Research Paper Assignment series. Using the topic you developed through research earlier in
the term you now have an opportunity to synthesize and present the information found in your
approved list of articles. In doing so you will realize the value of 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 Biological 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 Research Paper: Final Paper 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. End the introduction
with the purpose statement for your paper.
b. Literature Review
The Research Review is based on the 8 (or more) articles identified earlier in the
term. As a reminder, this was the selection criteria:
The articles must be selected from the JF Library. All 8 must be from peer-
reviewed journals published within the past 5 years. At least 6 of the 8 should
describe original research. Each article must support your research question and
purpose statement.
●Describe the first point of your review (remember that each article cited
must provide information to directly support your purpose statement).
● Briefly describe the research findings as they relate to your topic.
● Explain the significance of the research in relation to your topic.
● Describe strengths and weaknesses (in the methodology)
● Explain how this research connects to your purpose
statement/topic.
●Describe the second point of your review (remember that each article cited
must provide information to directly support your purpose statement).
● Briefly describe the research findings as they relate to your topic.
● Explain the significance of the research in relation to your topic.
● Describe strengths and weaknesses (in the methodology)
● Explain how this research connects to your purpose
statement/topic.
●Describe the third point of your review (remember that each article cited
must provide information to directly support your purpose statement).
● Briefly describe the research findings as they relate to your topic.
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● Explain the significance of the research in relation to your topic.
● Describe strengths and weaknesses (in the methodology)
● Explain how this research connects to your purpose
statement/topic.
c. Biblical Worldview Integration: What does scripture say about your topic? Please
provide depth/detail here. This section should include approximately 250-500
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
●organize by using level-one headings to introduce each section
●this part of the paper should include a total of 8-10 pages. It includes the
introduction, literature review, Biblical worldview integration, and
conclusion but does not include the title page or references.
c. References Page (must include all sources cited in your paper).
●Textbook
●Articles (at least 8 articles; see the criteria listed above).
●Scripture
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 (I, me, my, we)
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.
Of course, a citation is needed to identify your source even if you have
paraphrased the content.
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 Turnitin plagiarism tool