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APA Research Paper Guidelines Papers will be saved as: Last Name_ First Name_Research Paper Title. Each paragraph should be clear and focused. A paragraph should (1) be three to eight sentences in length, (2) focus on one point, topic, or argument, (3) include a topic sentence that defines the focus for the paragraph, and (4) include a transition sentence to the next paragraph. Include one space after each period. There should be no grammatical, punctuation, sentence structure, or APA formatting errors. APA Style Title Page (separate page – not included in page count) INTRODUCTION (at least 2 pages) Introduction to the topic Grab the reader in… This section describes what the researcher will investigate, and introduces the significance of the research by describing how the study is new or different from other studies. This section should briefly identify any issues related to the topic that you are specifically focusing on and or innovation in the field. Background of the topic within society The background section describes the history of the problem or topic. It provides a summary on the topic. Next, build an argument or justification for the current study by presenting a series of logical arguments, each supported with citations from the literature. Relevance to society and ethics It establishes the importance of the topic. It creates reader interest. It focuses the reader’s attention on how the study will add value to the field. Include at least two references from your literature review in this area. Discuss who is affected and who benefits. Statement of the problem or thesis This should include a clear statement that the problem exists, evidence that supports the existence of the problem, evidence of an existing trend that has led to the problem. Create a sentence that begins with “The purpose of this study is . . .” Clearly identify the area of conflict, concern, or controversy and expected conclusions. Include the most relevant reference that supports the claim from the literature. (See help) LITERATURE REVIEW (3 pages or so…) Literature on the topic (you will have at least 4 literature reviews in the paper – depending on how many reference sources you have pertaining to your topic) This chapter presents the framework for the study. In order to perform significant research, the learner must first understand the literature related to the research focus. A well-articulated, thorough literature review provides the foundation for a substantial research. A literature review is a synthesis of what has been published on a topic by researchers. Include a total of 4 different pieces of literature in this paper. (See help) DATA (.5-1 page) Original data collection Data is not required. If you do have any data to share, this is where it would go. Do not include names or identifiers or any information at all about the people if you do a survey. For this study use the qualitative methodology that uses data sources from survey instruments. These data sources may include paper surveys (no names), interviews, or observations. Researchers must develop their own interview or focus group, observation checklist, or other protocol when conducting this qualitative study. Charts do not go with text, they go in the Appendix. (See help) CONCLUSIONS AND REACTION (1 page) Ethical issues that exist for society This section should describe what happened as a result of this research. It also tells the reader what the research implies theoretically, practically for the future. The section provides new insights derived from the research to solve real and significant ethical problems. Conclusion / Summary / Recommendations This section reminds the reader of the importance of the topic and briefly explains how the study intended to contribute to the body of knowledge on the topic. It informs the reader that conclusions, data, implications, and recommendations will be presented. References (separate page – not included in page count) Appendix A Data Analysis and Instrument