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Campbell University Department of Security and Computing HSEC 350: Terrorism- Foundational Concepts Research Paper · RESEARCH PAPER TOPIC ABSTRACT IS DUE 09 SEPTEMBER · RESEARCH PAPER OUTLINE AND BIBLIOGRAPHY ARE DUE 25 SEPTEMBER · RESEARCH PAPER IS DUE 09 NOVEMBER Failure to submit a research paper will result in a failure for the class. Two points per day will be deducted from the paper total for any late submissions of deliverables. 1. Write a research paper on a subject of interest to you regarding terrorism. It can be about current terrorism issues or a historical terrorism subject. Counter- and anti- terrorism subjects are also applicable. The paper should include a logical argument of a claim or thesis related to a terrorism topic. Please see Appendix A for ideas and guidance on picking a topic and developing a thesis. The grading rubric includes the thesis and the strength and logic of the argument you make. 2. By 09 SEPTEMBER, provide a single paragraph abstract of the topic, the thesis statement and the argument. Post to Blackboard. This is a graded assignment. 3. By 25 SEPTEMBER provide an outline and bibliography for the paper. Post to Blackboard. This is a graded assignment. 3. Papers are due 09 NOVEMBER. Please refer to Appendix A for guidance and suggestions as to writing the research paper, especially the expected structure of the paper. Appendix A: Writing the Research Paper STRUCTURE: INTRODUCTION-MAIN BODY-CONCLUSION Read The Syllabus! There are specific written guidelines for length, focus, format etc. for the paper. Did you already read the syllabus? Read it again, carefully. Pick The Right Topic. Make sure that you find this topic genuinely interesting, or find some aspect of it that is especially cool. By the time you finish your research and writing, you might well be genuinely sick to death of your topic. But if you're bored when you start, you've already defeated yourself, and turned a potentially interesting assignment into yet more drudgery. Skim Your Textbook, look over the syllabus, read the newspaper, look through recent issues of relevant journals and magazines, surf the net, watch the evening news, talk to your classmates and friends, find a spare half hour of peace and quiet to just sit under the stars and think - these are all good potential sources for paper topics. If all else fails, talk to me. Narrow Down Your Topic. Many good ideas are wasted because students have a hard time focusing on a narrow enough topic. If your topic is way too broad, try homing in on some part of that topic, and exploring that area in more depth. If cloning is too broad for a five page paper, what about cloning Elvis? On the other hand, don't turn in fifteen pages on cloning Elvis. Fit the idea to the space provided, and be concise. I'd much rather have a paper that says a lot about a little, than a paper that says a little about a lot. My Topic is Too Narrow! Generalize to similar or related topics (cloning of humans vs. cloning of animals, unexpected social problems that might result from cloning, technical aspects of cloning, moral or religious issues related to cloning, cloning my girlfriend or boyfriend, etc.). But keep your focus clear throughout. Otherwise, those interesting related issues you delved into might end up looking like window dressing, added only to bring the paper up to its required minimum length. In your first draft, say what you have to say, then punch it up or trim it down as need be. When you are generally comfortable with the topic you would like to write about, use Ashford College’s Thesis Generation tool at https://awc.ashford.edu/writing-tools-thesis-generator.html Organize Your Thoughts In A Good Outline. Outlining is a genuine pain, but it actually does help, especially in the early stages of your paper, by forcing you to come to terms with what you want to say about your topic. It can also show you where you will need to apply your research time, and reveal major deficiencies in your approach to your topic. Use it on your first draft to get your bearings, or on your final draft to check the way you’ve organized your paragraphs. Writing the Paper Introduction With your introduction, you should give orientation to the reader and make them want to read the rest of the paper. What belongs in the introductory section? · A short description of the issue, a statement of the goal of the paper, questions to be answered, thesis · Placement of specific topic in the broader context · Short overview of current state of research (incl. controversial issues), sources · Explanation of relevance for scientific discourse · Verbal sketch of method and content, guiding the reader to what lies ahead · If necessary, clarification of terms / definitions Main Body; Argumentation and Results After you told the reader what you are going to say, say it. The structure of this part depends on your objective. As such there are no generally binding conventions on how many chapters a term paper needs to have and which aspects need to be considered (presentation, interpretation, discussion). Basically: · The text is divided into sections / subsections, each presenting a main point in the argument or relevant information. Within a chapter, the text is divided in sections that present an argumentative / logic unit. Single sentences are not paragraphs! · Develop your argument step-by-step and in a comprehensible manner. References to common knowledge or personal experience are not sufficient. Avoid verboseness and repetitions. Content /positions from other academic writing must not necessarily be adopted unquestioned. You can quote a certain position and then disprove it or contrast it with your own (well reasoned) opinion (“Contrary to x‟s interpretation, it is reasonable to …, because …”). · All literature used needs a reference. This applies to literal as well as analogous quotation of text, ideas and data (see below). If further comments seem necessary, but would disrupt the fluidity of your text / argumentation, put them in a footnote. · The composition of your text must be clear and logically comprehensible. Each chapter should have a structure. · Depending on your objectives, the following aspects are to be prioritized accordingly: interpretation of primary literature / sources, methodological problems, current state of research, your own standpoint. · Your own standpoint is important. Do not only summarize texts or collect quotations. Give reasons for your ideas, opinions and criticism and weigh them against other positions. · Only give information relevant to the comprehension of your issue. Conclusion · Refer back to the problem posed, and describe the conclusions that you reached from your work, summarize observations and interpretations. · Consider strengths and limitations of your work (fruitfulness of questions, suitability of method, broader implication of your results, perspectives for future research). · Do not repeat word for word the introduction or discussion. · The final chapter should not only give the reader the feeling that it was worthwhile to read your paper, but it should also stimulate further thinking. Scholarliness A term paper shall conform to scientific standards. It is neither a newspaper article or a tale nor a police report. The essential characteristics of scientific writings are: · Support: if you make a statement, back it up with a reference (or your own empirical findings). Exceptions are statements that can be assumed to be common knowledge and your own considerations. · Paraphrasing: ideas and opinions from other texts must be expressed in different words. · Quoting: literally used text passages must be “quoted”. The origin of the quote must be clear. · Justification: reasons must be given for statements, conclusions, methods, literature and sources as well as central questions. · Definition and specification: explain how you understand and use central terms. · Differentiation: consider and present not only one opinion, but more (if not all) other positions. Address controversies. · Plagiarism: the practice of copying another person’s ideas, words or work without adequate acknowledgement. It is considered academic fraud and will be judged as such. Campbell University Department of Security and Computing HSEC 350 : Terrorism - Foundational Concepts Research Paper · RESEARCH PAPER TOPIC ABSTRACT IS DUE 09 SEPTEMBER · RESEARCH PAPER OUTLINE AND BIBLIOGRAPHY ARE DUE 25 SEPTEMBER · RESEARCH PAPER IS DUE 09 NOVEMBER Failure to submit a research paper will result in a failure for the class. Two points per day will be deducted from the paper total for any late submissions of deliverables. 1. Write a research paper on a subject of interest to you regarding terrorism. It can be about current terrorism issues or a historical terrorism subject. Counter - and anti - terrorism subjects are also applicable. The paper should include a logical argument of a claim or thesis related to a terrorism topic. Please see Appendix A for ideas and guidance on picking a topic and developing a thesis. The grading rubric includes the thesis and the strength and logic of the argument you make. 2. By 09 SEPTEMBER , provide a single paragraph abstract of the topic, the thesis statement and the argument. Post to Blackboard. This is a graded assignment. 3. By 25 SEPTEMBER provide an outline and bibliography for the paper. Post to Blackboard. This is a graded assignment. 3. Papers are due 09 NOVEMBER . Please refer to Appendix A for guidance and suggestio ns as to writing the research paper, especially the expected structure of the paper. Appendix A : Writing the Research Paper STRUCTURE: INTRODUCTION - MAIN BODY - CONCLUSION Read The Syllabus ! There are specific written guidelines for length, focus, format etc. for the paper. Did you already read the syllabus? Read it again, carefully. Pick The Right Topic . Make sure that you find this topic genuinely interesting, or find some aspect of it that is especially co ol. By the time you finish your research and writing, you might well be genuinely sick to death of your topic . But if you're bored when you start, you've already defeated yourself, and turned a