Week 8 Assignment: Research Paper
Using the topic you selected and the outline you followed in week 3 assignment, please write a 7-10 page research paper using APA Format. Your research paper must include an extensive explanation and have a thesis statement. A thesis statement is a strong statement that you can support with evidence. The research paper should have a abstract, literature review and discussion (body of the paper addressing the issues listed below), recommendation, a well-defined conclusion, and reference pages. You must use at least 5 resources.
Please see the attached template for more information.
In your paper, you must address the following:
An overview of the issue
Why is this issue a concern from a health care economics perspective?
Who are the major parties involved in this issue?
Which market forces have an impact on this issue?
How is demand illustrated in this issue?
How is supply illustrated in this issue?
How has the affordable care act impacted this issue?
How are health disparities demonstrated in this issue?
How has this issue been improved in other global markets?
What is your recommendation for making improvements based on economic principles.
I strongly suggest that, as part of your research, you take advantage of the university’s online library link. There are a wide variety of resources there including many full text papers and articles. Ask the Librarian for help; they will answer your questions and help you find what you need.
APA Style refers to the editorial guide for academic documents published by the American Psychological Association. APA released the newest 7th edition in October 2019. The APA Style rules and guidelines are presented in the seventh edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. The major changes from the 6th edition include:
An updated title page for student papers
The elimination of the running head in student papers
Updated DOI and URL guidelines when citing electronic resources
The use of the singular “they” pronoun for bias-free, inclusive language
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition (2020)
APA Manual 7th Edition
Please visit the APUS library to learn more:
APUS Library
Please visit the Style and Grammar Guidelines for a user-friendly guide to the APA’s 7th edition with many examples: APA Style & Grammar Guide
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Assignment Instructions:
Please review the Final Paper/Project Grading Rubric prior to submission (Click on View IRubric in the main Assignment List page).
Final Paper/Project is due in the Assignment portion of the classroom by Sunday, 11:55 p.m. EST each week. Make sure you read and understand the directions and requirements for each Assignment. Please ensure you cite your references in APA format with a minimum of 5 references including 2 peer-reviewed journal articles). Assignments submitted late without advance notice will receive a 5% per day late penalty and will not be accepted for grading five (5) days past the due date.
The Final Paper must have a minimum of 10 pages for a Undergraduate level course (excluding the title, abstract, and reference pages). The paper must be typed, double-spaced with 1-inch margins in 12-point Times New Roman font with all references cited. As always, Wikipedia, Wikianswers, and Answers.com are NOT academic/scholarly sources. Papers will be graded based on the following areas: Foundation and synthesis of knowledge, application of knowledge critical thinking, writing skills, use of computer technology and application, and organization of ideas and format. Refer to Library Online Resource Center for any research assistance. Refer to the Student Handbook for policies relevant to academic honesty and other procedures and policies related to this course.
