Week 6 PPA699 Final Paper Assignment
The Capstone Paper should demonstrate understanding of the
reading as well as the implications of new knowledge. The ten to fifteen page
paper should integrate readings, class discussions, field research, and literature
review into proposed solution. It may include explanation and examples from
previous experiences as well as implications for future applications.
Your capstone paper should focus on a topic selected in
consultation with the course instructor, which was done in Week Two. In this
project, you will examine a specific political or social issue. Topics may
include general issues such as poverty, crime, homelessness, economic
development, homeland security, corporate social responsibility, ecological/environmental
projects, etc. or a specific issue in your city, community, local, state, or
federal governmental, etc. You will:
Develop a public policy to address the issue. Or you may
propose a change or update to an existing public policy. In all cases, the
focus should be on in the development of a public policy, to include utilizing
all aspects of the public policy lifecycle. Consider use of field assessments,
literature searches, personal knowledge/experience, and community records to
source content. Consult with the course instructor for more details and topic
approval. The paper must be submitted to your instructor no later than the last
day of class.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be ten to fifteen double-spaced pages in length, and formatted
according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include
a title page with the following: Title of paper Student’s name Course name and
number Instructor’s name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory
paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Must address the topic of the
paper with critical thought. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your
thesis. Must use at least three scholarly sources, including a minimum of one
from the Ashford Online Library. Must document all sources in APA style, as
outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a separate reference page,
formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center
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