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Theory Response Essay Assignment Sheet & Rubric
– Due 7/10- Rough draft/ Final Draft is due 7/15
Topics are due on 7/2
Social Science Psychology Theories
2. Choose from a theory listed under this link for your theory response paper
https://changingminds.org/explanations/theories/a_alphabetic.htm —–
topic: Attitude
Sociology Theories
3. Choose from a theory listed under this link for your theory response paper
https://www.thoughtco.com/sociology-research-and-statistics-s2-3026650
4. Outline format
This is an example of how you can create an outline for your theory response essay.
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/the_writing_process/developing_an_outline/types_of_outlines.html
5. Analysis of Research (Results) for Theory Response- resource https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-write-a-results-section-2795727#the-results-should-justify-your-claims
6. Composing a Title Page and Abstract in APA 7 Format
Abstract Due 7/2
Begin a new page. On the first line of the abstract page, center the word “Abstract” (no bold, formatting, italics, underlining, or quotation marks).
Beginning with the next line, write a concise summary of the key points of your research. (Do not indent!) Your abstract should contain at least your research topic, research questions, participants, methods, results, data analysis, and conclusions. You may also include possible implications of your research and future work you see connected with your findings. Your abstract should be a single paragraph, double-spaced. Your abstract should be between 150 and 250 words.
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html
Theory Response Prep Discussion Forum- Due 7/8
Developing Hypotheses
Answer the following questions using the 1, 2, 3, etc. format numbering your responses. Responses to each question should be clear and substantive. Brief responses could be unclear to the reader. .
Brainstorm social science topics or issues that have affected your life on this list – https://libguides.umflint.edu/topics/socialscience. One approach is to consider issues that are causing you stress in your life right now. Examples might include peer pressure, academic performance, substance abuse, dating, or a relative’s cancer treatment. Number your responses to match the numbering below.
1. Once you have a list of three topics, focus on two or three that you believe have had the greatest impact on you personally. Write the topics here.
2. Next, generate a list of possible research questions concerning the topics that, if answered, would offer you a greater understanding of them. Examples: What triggers most people to try their first drink of alcohol? What types of therapies are most effective for working with children on the autism spectrum? What kinds of technology actually aid in student learning?
3. Propose a possible answer to one or more of your questions, then you’re ready to state a hypothesis. Propose a hypothesis, or testable proposition, as an answer to one of the research questions you’ve posted above. For example, if your research question is “What triggers most people to try their first drink of alcohol?” then your hypothesis might be “Peer pressure generally causes most people to try their first drink of alcohol, especially for those who try their first drink before reaching the legal drinking age.”
4. Go to NC Live and find two articles that support your hypothesis (dated 2018-2023). Attach the two articles. Use .pdf files and attach the actual articles. Note: No links/URLs for files
5. Would quantitative, qualitative, or mixed research methods be the most appropriate for testing your hypothesis? Why?
6. What theory answers your research questions and supports your hypothesis (choose from the social science and psychology theory links in Moodle)? Explain.
