Psychology Writing Assignment Template
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Explain the Issue
In 300-400 words, describe the topic you have chosen to explore. Why is it important to consider
this topic? What do you hope to learn in your research? Share your research questions.
Examine Assumptions
In or 300-400 words, after reviewing your Writing Assignment Worksheet, what assumptions
were identified about the topic? What was the origin of these assumptions? In other words, what
helped to shape them?
Research Summary
In 300-400 words, provide a summary of what you have learned regarding your selected topic,
and specifically address what you have learned about your research question(s). Be sure to
refer to your referenced articles.
Examine Perspectives
In 300-400 words, after reviewing the relevant psychological perspectives, compare and
contrast at least two perspectives. For example, evaluate your topic from the perspective of a
biological and a sociocultural perspective. Be sure to refer to articles found in your research.
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of each perspective. Describe how each can be applied in
explaining your selected topic.
Address Diversity
In 300-400 words, describe your understanding and awareness of your own worldview in
relation to your topic. How would members of other cultures explain the topic you are studying?
How do power structures of culture (e.g., privilege, collectivism, and/or individualism) relate to
your topic? Consider how specific populations (based on, for example, sexual orientation,
disability status, ethnicity, gender) are impacted in relation to the topic.
Self-Awareness
In 300-400 words, during your research, were you confronted with information that caused you
to reexamine assumptions surrounding your topic? Please elaborate. What insights have you
gained about your thinking, behavior, attitudes, or beliefs? How has your thinking about this
topic shifted? Describe how your shift in thinking may impact you in your future personal,
academic, and/or professional life.
Establish a Conclusion
In 300-400 words, what conclusions have you made regarding your topic and research
questions? What new questions have emerged as a result of your research? What future research
is needed on this topic, and why?
References
Use APA format. Each reference listed will need to be referred to above. Remember, 4 references, 2 of
which are Peer Reviewed.
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