Sections 1.1, 1.2, 2.1 and 2.2 need to be revised per notes. The revision notes are listed. Also ensure that each section has at least 15 citations. The articles need to be scholarly sources, ie: journal entries.
The organization: The Haven https://www.valdostahaven.org
Also search a variety organizations that help victims and/or offer support networks. This will help with more sources.
1.1 Capstone Topic (2 paragraphs)
Clearly describe the topic of the Capstone Project.
This section should include:
FIRST PARAGRAPH: State the topic of the capstone project. The topic statement should include the problem or opportunity for improvement in the project. The concepts of the topic must be clear and focused and well supported in the literature.
o Begin this paragraph with, “The topic is…”
SECOND PARAGRAPH: Describe the significance of this topic to Human Services AND the specialization within your program. Include a statement about the practical implications of the project by describing the impact of this Capstone Project on the organization or community of interest.
Example – The topic of this capstone project is the effectiveness of a transitional summer program, Helping Others, Inc., on middle school students’ chance of success (graduation) in high school.
The topic should be correctly formed:
The topic should be appropriate for the specialization.
The topic should use appropriate language for key concepts/phenomena.
The type of action proposed should be clearly specified.
The community of interest/organization/program or community and target population should be named.
The concepts should be appropriately focused.
The topic should be supported by at least (15) citations.
The topic should be in alignment with current literature and the DHS Programs of Professional Practice.
Use current (within 5-7 years), scholarly, PRIMARY resources to support statements. Textbooks are not primary resources. Theses and dissertations are not considered peer-reviewed published articles. Use APA style in citing all resources.
