Question Description

SCHOLARLY RESEARCH TERM PAPER GUIDELINES

Social Work 110 – 2018 – C. McCray

Part I:Annotated Bibliography due on Tuesday, February 27, submitted through VeriCite on Canvas. (10% of final grade)Part II:Completed Scholarly Research Term Paper due on Thursday, April 26, 2018, submitted through VeriCite on Canvas. (25% of final grade)

The Research Term Paper Assignment

Social Work 110 requires all students to write a 5-7 page scholarly research term paper on a field of service in the social work profession, in American Psychological Association (APA) format.

I. What are the Objectives of the Assignment (Student Learning Outcomes)?

A.To assure that each student by the end of the semester will be able to demonstrate the ability to research, interpret, and report information related to a specific field of social work practice, in grammatically correct APA (American Psychological Association) format.These skills are essential in social work education.

1.Acquire knowledge and gain insight into a specific field of social work service

2.Gain an understanding of the values and ethics that impact social workers in this field

3.Demonstrate a beginning knowledge of how to consult and utilize research evidence to inform ongoing policy and practice

4.Demonstrate knowledge and application of APA format

II. Choose One Field of Social Work Service to Write About (pages 21-26 main text)

Child Welfare	Family, Youth and Children	Pregnancy & Parenting
School Social Work	Mental Health	Older Adults
Substance Abuse	Military Social Work	Medical Social Work
Grant Writing	International Social Work	Refugees and/or Immigrants
Disabilities	Crisis and Trauma	Administration
Violence, Victims and Criminal Justice		Community Organizing

***You can narrow your focus: For example:If your topic is Criminal Justice and Corrections, you could focus on the specific area of Juvenile Delinquency ***

III. What Are The Research Requirements?

A.Begin your research for appropriate and relevant reference materials.Use the topic headings to help you identify the areas of focus.

B.What are the Literature Requirements?

1.You will need at least one book or e-book

a. Choose a book that focuses mainly on the field of service that you have chosen (textbooks can be used a supplemental source, but not the main source).

b. The course textbook from Social Work 110 cannot be used as reference.

c. The book should be written by a professional in the field of social work or a closely related field.

2. You will need three scholarly articles – What is a scholarly article?

a. A scholarly article is written by a professional and is usually contained in a professional journal.

b. Social work journals and articles written for the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) are good examples of appropriate references.

c. “Social Work Today” is an on-line/hard copy magazine that often has scholarly research articles available; it is available in the Cuyamaca Library.

d. You can also use journal articles from other related professions such as psychology, psychiatry, nursing, pediatrics, and education.

e. Articles, research, and statistics from the Federal Government are acceptable.

f. You can also use e-scholarly articles.

g. Popular culture magazines, newspaper articles, and websites are not appropriate for scholarly research (Examples: Wikipedia and about.com).

*Please be sure that all resources include author/s and dates.Undated books, articles or websites will not be accepted.

C.Important Research Specifics

1.All resources must be from the United States of America

2.All resources must be no older than 2010.The date must be included!

IV. Locating Your Research

A.The Cuyamaca Library (Library building, LRC/C)

1.The librarians have a copy of the Scholarly Research Term Paper Guidelines.They are all very skilled in helping students find appropriate resources and materials for this research assignment.The Cuyamaca Library has also purchased a large number of new books that will help social work students with this research term paper.

2.For assistance with research contact a librarian in person at the reference desk on the 2^nd floor.

3.There is also an extensive on-line library which includes e-books and e-articles specifically for the subject of social work.

4.For on-line reference assistance:http://www.cuyamaca.edu/library

B.For Social Work Resources (e-books and e-articles):

http://cuyamaca.libguides.com/socialwork

C.Accessing Resources from San Diego State University (SDSU) Library

1.The Cuyamaca College Librarians can reserve books from the SDSU Library at no cost to Cuyamaca students.Scholarly articles are also available from SDSU.

V.The Annotated Bibliography

1. What is an Annotated Bibliography?
   1. A bibliography is a list of reference materials that you have used for researching a topic.In APA format it is called “References.”Your bibliography should include at least one book and three scholarly articles.
2. What is the purpose of an Annotated Bibliography?
   1. Provides preparation for the research term paper by familiarizing the writer with the current research, trends, and themes related to the topic. Exposes the writer to different resources to assist in analysis and critical thinking.
3. Writing an Annotated Bibliography
   1. Write an Annotated Bibliography for each of the 4 references; this will include one book and three scholarly articles.

Each annotated reference should include these three parts:

1. A Summary of the main arguments and points of the reference
2. An Assessment and Evaluation of the reference – Is this a reliable, objective resource?Be sure to explain your point of view.
3. A Reflection on how this resource will help you write your research paper (Example: How will it help you understand the field of service? Does the information help cover the topic headings on pages 4-5 of this document?)

An instructor sample of an Annotated Bibliography for this assignment is located in Canvas under “Assignment.”

Resources for Writing an Annotated Bibliography (Owl Purdue)

For definition and purpose of an Annotated Bibliography, click on the link below. https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/614/01/

For a general sample of an Annotated bibliography in APA format, click on this link: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/614/03/

Annotated Bibliographies will be graded based on the “Summary,” “Assessment and Evaluation,” and “Reflection:” outlined above.

VI. Part I of the Research Term Paper

The Topic Headings – Content of the Scholarly Research Term Paper

A.Below are the topic headings as provided by San Diego State University for the “Literature Review” and “Field of Service.”

1. A literature review is a way of organizing, summarizing, and critiquing a topic to inform the reader about a problem or issue.

2. It allows you to examine the research question, topic, problem, or issue in greater detail by considering what other people’s’ writings and studies have shown.

Topic Headings for the Literature ReviewDefine the field of serviceWhy does this field of service interest you? (2 paragraph maximum)Drawing from the literature, describe in detail the following:What is the target population? (Who are the clients in need of service? Include information regarding the age ranges, gender, and socioeconomic status)What are the practice methods that social workers use in this field?Indicate micro and/or macro practice methods.What is the role of the social worker in this field?

Part II of the Research Term Paper

Topic Headings for the Field of ServiceWhat are the presenting problems in this field of service?What are the barriers to service for the target population?What are the individual and environmental/societal causes of problems?What are the values and ethical issues for social workers?What ethical and/or value dilemmas do social workers face in this field of service?What is the anticipated income for social workers in this field of service?What is your personal assessment of your continued interest in the field of service?

VII. Guidelines for the Research Term Paper Assignment (See “Example Research Paper” located on Canvas within “Files”).

A.General Information

1. The research term paper should be 7 to 9 pages in length and divided in two parts. Part 2 should include Part 1 of the research paper.
2. The bibliography and cover page are not included in the length of the paper.
3. The research paper should include an abstract.
4. Part I is the literature review and should be 4 to 4½ pages in length.
5. Part II relates to the field of service and should be 3 to 4 pages in length.
6. Content must be accurate and conclusions must be adequately supported by scholarly research.This is not an opinion paper.
7. Grammar and syntax: Sentences should convey meaning clearly and should be grammatically correct with appropriate punctuation in place.Spelling should be correct.

B. Use APA Formatting (American Psychological Association)

1.Please consult the APA Style Essentials for general document guidelines such as the title page, abstract, body of the paper, text citations and quotations, and references (located in Canvas under “Files”)

2. A sample APA Format paper is available in Canvas under “Files.”

C. The Bibliography or “References” Section

1. There will be one “References” section for both parts of the paper, located at the end of the paper, in APA format.A sample APA format “References” page is available witha sample APA format paper located in Canvas under “Files.”

2.Bibliography Attachments:For the final draft of the research paper, attach the firstpage of each journal article, showing the page where the research was obtained.For the book, include a copy of one of the pages that has a direct quotation or the first page of the referenced chapter.

D.Goals of the Research Paper

1. Provide various viewpoints by discussing what others have written or reported about the topic.

2. Assess the strengths and limitations of the literature, identify and comment on the major themes found in the literature, and offer a critique of the works.

3. You need to base your own perspective on your research findings and critical analysis of the literature review.

E.Final Paper is the finished product that includes a college-level discussion of the topic with accompanying research and supporting evidence.

1. All required topics in Parts I & II are covered accurately, with supporting research.

There is an analysis of the literature that you reviewed.

2. The paper is written in APA format, including citations and “References” page.

3. Grammar, organization, and writing are at collegiate level.

4. Please refer to the term paper guidelines in this document for all requirements.

VIII. A Helpful Resource for Writing the Scholarly Research Term Paper

A.The Writing Center at Cuyamaca College

Location:Communication and Arts Building – B167

Telephone:619-660-4463

1. The Writing Center offers tutoring to assist you with organization, grammar, syntax, punctuation, proofreading, editing, and APA format.The staff will have a copy of the research term paper guidelines.They are very familiar with this assignment, and are skilled in helping students with research papers.

2. Students who utilize the services of the Writing Center on a consistent basis tend to produce high quality research papers.

3. Be sure to make appointments with the Writing Center well in advance.This is especially true if you need multiple appointments.It is the job of the Writing Center to teach writing.As your instructor, I am available to help interpret the assignment.

VIV. Assuring Academic Honesty and Avoiding Plagiarism

A.Always cite your sources in APA format.Failing to cite sources is considered plagiarism, which is a form of academic dishonesty.

1.What is Plagiarism?

a. Plagiarism is a form of academic dishonesty and will be treated seriously.

b. According to the 2016-2017 Cuyamaca College Catalogue, plagiarism is defined as “the act of taking ideas, words or specific substantive material of another and offering them as one’s own without giving credit to the source” (page 30). Writers give credit to sources by using citations.

c. According to Richard Nordquist, a citation is a source quoted in an essay, report or book to clarify, illustrate, or substantiate a point (About.com).

d. A detailed description of plagiarism and accompanying consequences are located on page 30 in the 2016-2017 Cuyamaca College Catalogue under “Academic Honesty/Dishonesty.

2.Common Examples of Plagiarism

a. Submitting a paper with someone else’s ideas, opinions, or research without citing the appropriate source

b. Paraphrasing without citing the appropriate source

c. Submitting the same paper in more than one class

d. Submitting a paper as your own work that was written by another person

e. Submitting a paper that was purchased from the Internet or elsewhere

When in doubt, use a citation.Citations show that you made the effort to do the research for your essay or term paper.Always provide a list of “References” at the conclusion of your paper.

X. Submit Your Research Paper to SafeAssign via Canvas on the due dates indicated on the first page of this document.

A.Plan Ahead!

1. Allow enough time to submit your paper to SafeAssign.Submissions left to the last minute can result in late papers.

B.Bibliography Attachments (see page 5 of this document)

1. Be sure to attach the required documents to the research paper before you submit the paper to SafeAssign.You may not be successful attaching additional documents once you have submitted.

a. You can scan in the attachments and then attach them to the research paper, or

b. You can take a picture of the documents with your phone and upload them to your computer and then create a PDF file.

C.Late Papers:As per page 1 of the syllabus, there will be 10% grade reduction for late papers.

D.The Tech Mall at Cuyamaca College – Assistance with SafeAssign

Question Description

here is the structure for your outlines which you should print out and bring with you to the next class. Make sure to fill in each section with articles to support writing that section or sentences explaining what you will talk about in that section and what you may still need to do to prepare for writing that section. Thanks,

Tentative Essay Title ( how ideal body in media affect teenager lives )

Thesis Statement – jut write out your thesis statement (one sentence – what you are trying to prove and how you are going to prove it)

Introduction/Background Info on Topic – statistics, jargon, and pertinent background info relative to explaining your topic to those who may not know much about it

Body Paragraph One – First way you will support your argument (forms of media)

Body Paragraph Two – Second way you will support your argument (women’s ideal types throughout history )

Body Paragraph Three – Third way you will support your argument (negative effect of ideal body on teenager )

Body Paragraph fourth -way you will support your argument (real health body and (body mass index)

Rebuttal – acknowledge the counter arguments of your opponents ( some believe that media has positive influences style and people being skinny is not a real problem. m not trying to dispute the massive effect has filed to produce? They admire women just like them, the message that skinny is better )

Conclusion – Summary of findings and what’s next for the future of your topic? Where is your topic likely going in the next 10-15 years?

Papers will be 8-12 pages (10 pages is a good number to aim for) and will utilize 10-15 sources for references

• Length: Minimum of 10 pages plus title page and References page(s). Like all course assignments, the research paper must be double-spaced and follow consistent formatting.The page count reflects the minimum length requirement on the current rubric – longer is encouraged.
• Sources: Approximately 12-15 reliable sources (peer-reviewed academic sources should be represented as references)
• Original, college level thesis developed by student. Thesis statement must clearly make an analytical claim that is relevant and insightful. Demonstrates topic knowledge.
• Content consisting of approximately 80% student’s original wording/ideas and 20% cited material
• Formal research paper tone and language – no use of personal pronouns, narratives etc.
• Topic chosen for paper must be approved by instructor as relevant to the theme of the course
• A presentation of the material must be cogent and organized (5-10 mins)

Plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional, should result in a minimum of a failing paper. As reflected in the Academic Integrity Policy, professors have the right to handle cases of plagiarism in the manner they deem appropriate including paper failure, class failure, paper resubmission etc.

Assignment: Initiatives in Strategic Health Care Organizations

The old adage, “form follows function” describes considering the importance of what you are trying to accomplish before you decide how to get there. It is important to remember that you have to have the will to improve, ideas about alternatives to the status quo, and make it real—execute (Nolan, 2007).

In this Discussion, you will describe strategic health care quality initiatives in two organizations attempting to accomplish their goals and objectives in quality improvement. You will also examine the purpose of the initiatives(s) and share the issues and opportunities for improvement, as well as address any elements crucial to improving quality in your health care organization or one you are familiar with.

To prepare:

Read and review the resources in the Learning Resources section as they relate to initiatives in strategic health care organizations.

Select ONE organization from each of the TWO groups listed:

Group I:

• Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
• Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)
• Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)

Group II:

• ANCC Magnet Recognition Program
• Baldrige Performance Excellence Program
• The Leapfrog Group

The Assignment:

In a 3- to 4-page paper (excluding title page and references):

• Describe strategic health care quality initiatives in two of the organizations. Compareand contrast the purposes of the initiatives.

• Analyze strategic quality issues and opportunities for improvement within the two organizations.
• Evaluatewhich elements of the initiatives are crucial to the quality-improvement opportunities of your health care organization or an organization with which you are familiar.

Note: Your Assignment must be written in standard edited English. Be sure to support your work with at least five high-quality references, including two from peer-reviewed journals. Refer to the Essential Guide to APA Style for Walden Students to ensure that your in-text citations and reference list are correct. This Assignment will be graded using this rubric: Week 4 Assignment Rubric (PDF). Your Assignment should show effective application of triangulation of content and resources in your conclusion and recommendations.

Discussion: Data Collection and Statistical Tools

Shewhart’s Theory for Statistical Process Control (SPC) requires a change in thinking from error detection to error prevention and has a number of benefits in health care. Several of the benefits include patient focus, increased quality awareness, decisions based on data, implementing predictable health care processes, reduced costs, fewer errors resulting in increased patient safety, and improved processes that result in improved health care outcomes and better quality care. However, every process varies. In SPC terminology as it relates to a control chart, a common cause variation does not suggest that a process functions at a desirable or undesirable level, but whether the nature of the variation is stable or predictable within certain limits. A special cause variation is a negative finding, and any changes made in a health care organization should not be made until it identifies and eliminates special causes. A control chart will tell a health care organization if a variation is a common or special cause and how to approach an improvement process. If it is a special cause the health care organization should investigate it and eliminate the variation, not change the process. If there is a common cause variation, the implementation of a process change is what will address the variation. Control charts will reveal whether the change was effective (Joshi et.al, 2014).

In this Discussion, you will look at these statistical tools for quality improvement and describe the differences between common cause variation and special cause variation. You will also explain any ethical, legal, or moral obligations that would support your rationale.

To prepare:

Review the Learning Resources for the week as they relate to Statistical Process Control, common cause, and special cause variation.

Read the following situations and determine whether each situation is a common cause variation or a special cause variation:

1. Dispensing the wrong medication to a patient
2. Dispensing the correct medication several hours after it was supposed to be dispensed

For both of these examples, apply data-collection and statistical tools to measure and explain your rationale for your determination.

Note: For this Discussion, you are required to complete your initial post before you will be able to view and respond to your colleague’s postings. Begin by clicking on the “Post to Discussion” link and then select “Create Thread” to complete your initial post. Remember, once you click submit, you cannot delete or edit your own posts, and cannot post anonymously. Please check your post carefully before clicking Submit!

Question Description

Module 1

Psychology is a contemporary science. Listed below are several recent papers. For the first part of this assignment, choose two papers to briefly summarize in a paragraph each, focusing on the contribution each makes to psychological knowledge in general.

The second part of the paper should be a discussion of the contributions and limitations of the field of psychology in our general knowledge. In addition, please discuss the follow;

• What can we expect to learn in the future?
• What are the possible problems we may face with psychology in the future?

This paper should be 2-3 pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references: see Rasmussen’s APA guide in the Resources tab, or by clicking here. Prior to submitting your paper, be sure you proofread your work to check your spelling and grammar. If you use any outside sources, please site those sources in APA citation format.

Ponder, J. D., & Haridakis, P. (2015). Selectively social politics: The differing roles of media use on political discussion. Mass Communication & Society, 18(3), 281-302. doi:10.1080/15205436.2014.940977

Edlund, J. E. (2016). Invited editorial: Let’s do it again: A call for replications in Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research. Psi Chi Journal Of Psychological Research, 21(1), 59-61.

Edlund, J. E. (2016). Invited editorial: Let’s do it again: A call for replications in Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research. Psi Chi Journal Of Psychological Research, 21(1), 59-61.

Wolters, C. A., & Hussain, M. (2015). Investigating grit and its relations with college students’ self-regulated learning and academic achievement. Metacognition And Learning, 10(3), 293-311. doi:10.1007/s11409-014-9128-9.

Module 2

The scientific method allows us to pose questions, test questions, and analyze results. Through observation and research we begin to understand the world around us. Consider research you have read about or been a part of and analyze the following in one page:

• Was the Scientific method followed? How?
• What pieces were or were not part of it? (Randomization, study type, placebos, etc.)

For the second part, present a research project you would like to propose in approximately one page.

• How can it help us learn about basic principles of behavior?
• How can you use the scientific method to find and address possible problems in your research design?

This paper should be 2pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references: see Rasmussen’s APA guide in the Resources tab, or by clicking here . Prior to submitting your paper, be sure you proofread your work to check your spelling and grammar. If you use any outside sources, please site those sources in APA citation format.

Module 3

To demonstrate your mastery of this competency, you should

• Identify 3-4 key principles that govern human and animal behavior.
• Apply these principles to your own life. (e.g. How can you see them in daily life?)
• How do they enhance interactions between individuals and among societal groups?

This paper should be 2-3 pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references

Module 5

Psychological principles are theories and beliefs about major areas of our lives, like cognitions, intelligence, social groups, habit, behavior, and many others. Let’s explore how we identify and utilize psychological principles in daily life. In a 2 page paper, please analyze the following:

• How do psychological principles affect the study of the behavior of individuals and groups?
• What are the parameters of behavioral deviance and its various therapies?
• How do psychological principles affect the study of individual differences?
• Last, explain the role of psychology in such areas as industry, complex organizations, law, and education.

This paper should be 2-3 pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references

Module 6

Researchers must protect participants and be aware of appropriate methods for obtaining information. What ethical considerations are important to research? In about 2 pages, write an analysis of the ethical concerns in the 3 diverse psychological research studies below. Be sure to include a paragraph of overall ethical consideration.

This paper should be 2-3 pages in length and use APA formatting (cover page, paper body formatting, citations, and references: see Rasmussen’s APA guide in the Resources tab, or by clicking here. Prior to submitting your paper, be sure you proofread your work to check your spelling and grammar. If you use any outside sources, please cite those sources in APA citation format.

Haslam, S. A., & Reicher, S. D. (2012). Contesting the ‘nature’ of conformity: What Milgram and Zimbardo’s studies really show. Plos Biology, 10(11), doi:10.1371/journal.pbio.1001426

Larsen, K. S. (1974). Conformity in the Asch experiment. The Journal Of Social Psychology, 94(2), 303-304. doi:10.1080/00224545.1974.9923224

Mischel, W., Ayduk, O., Berman, M. G., Casey, B. J., Gotlib, I. H., Jonides, J., & … Shoda, Y. (2011). ‘Willpower’ over the life span: Decomposing self-regulation. Social Cognitive And Affective Neuroscience, 6(2), 252-256. doi:10.1093/scan/nsq081