Overview
For this assignment, students will prepare a research report (minimum 12-point font, minimum 1 inch margins, double-spaced, maximum of 6 pages, plus title page and references, APA formatted) that provides a comprehensive overview of one mental health disorder discussed in class (this may be an internalizing disorder, or an externalizing disorder).
This report should be written toward educators interested in better understanding the particular disorder. Your research report should provide a summary of each of the following:
1) classification and prevalence of the disorder,
2) risk factors associated with the disorder,
3) the impact of the disorder on the child’s academic outcomes, and
4) empirically supported recommendations for teachers on identifying and responding to this disorder in the classroom.
Students will be graded on their knowledge and understanding of the four required components, use of scientifically valid information, completeness, understanding of implications of research for practice, writing style, and adherence to APA format. An evaluation rubric can be found.
Use of primary sources is strongly encouraged (e.g., citing actual research study conducted, rather than a review of the study presented on an agency website).