Overview
Mental Health Support Services that's the public problem I would like to investigate
Public Program Paper: The role of this project is to allow students to combine the conceptual an applied knowledge you learn in the class with a real-world example in your daily life. Students are expected to write a research paper (8 pages) built around investigating a public program, policy institution, nonprofit group, or agency that addresses their chosen public problem.
- It is expected that the paper be typed, double-spaced, standard font, with bibliographic references to at least 6 to 7 sources, four must come from refereed journal articles or governmental agencies data sources. The paper must at least contain or address the following points:
Identify the solution to the public problem. Your solution must include:
a)Purpose (mission, goals, & objectives)
b)Description of the policy or program history and major changes
- c)Types of benefits
d)Eligibility requirements
e)Benefits of providing a service
f)Sources of funding/Financing and spending
g)Analyze outcomes and effectiveness
generate a paper should be 8 pages long, must be word processed (or typed), double spaced, and 12-point in font.Students are encouraged to use APA Style. Your paper must contain a minimum of 6-7 sources.
Format and Evaluation of Papers:
The project will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
???Introduction (10%) Research question(s) Argument or thesis surrounding the research question(s) Outline of the paper, i.e., how you are going to address the question(s)
???Background (10%): The presentation of your organization: A good description of the organization you are studying including its mandate and organization structure
???Analysis of the Organization (50%): Construction of the main argument and its sub-arguments Consideration of counter arguments
???Conclusion (5%):
Summary of main points and restatement of thesis
- An indication as to whether the thesis was proved or disproved
5. Organization and Scholarliness (25%) - overall assessment Whether or not the essay flows in a logical manner Quality of writing (grammar, spelling, etc.) Supporting references for points/counterpoints Paragraph construction (point, supporting evidence, and a conclusion/transition sentence)