Each student is required to write a polished original research paper within the domain of health economics, with a specific emphasis on the CAHME Competency of challenges in the healthcare market. The research paper will increase the student’s critical perspectives, awareness, and knowledge in a course subject area. This paper will focus on a specific and narrowly defined topic: “Economic Evaluation of Telemedicine: Cost Savings and Patient Outcomes.”
The paper should demonstrate that the student has read widely and critically in the relevant field. The student has a chance to present their point of view through a well-structured and compelling paper while properly citing others’ ideas. The paper’s references section should include at least 6 reliable, current, and professional sources.
The paper must be at least 9 pages long, including an abstract, with 12-pt font, double-spaced, and 1-inch margins all around. The paper should adhere to the American Psychological Association (APA) style manual. According to policy, student papers will be checked by Turnitin, a plagiarism detection software. Ensure this paper is not flagged by Turnitin.
Rubric Expectations
Topic Introduction: Excellent introduction that addresses the purpose, theoretical basis, and significance of the paper topic. The significance of the research paper has been established and grounded in previous knowledge or research. Demonstrates a profound understanding of economic challenges and disruptions within healthcare systems, integrating this awareness into the introduction.
Development: Paper statement or research question addresses a relevant and specific course area and advances a new argument or perspective.
Evidence: Paper statement or research question is thoroughly supported by evidence, examples, observations, and appropriate citations.
Critical Thinking: Demonstrates advanced critical thinking skills, providing well-reasoned arguments and insightful analyses. Integrates a profound understanding of economic challenges and disruptions within healthcare systems into critical analyses.
Delivery: Very clear and concise flow of ideas. Transitions between ideas enhance the presentation in paragraphs and subsections.
Conclusions: Extends conclusions to address implications and consider ambiguities.
Writing Style: Paper is coherent, concise, and well-structured with a clear purpose. Error-free (spelling, grammar, typographical errors).
Citation of Sources: Appropriate citation of sources. Contains 6 or more relevant references.
Paper Guidelines and APA Style (e.g., references, levels of heading, margins): APA guidelines were followed.
