Explain the topic and problem (1–2 pages).
This is the Introduction section of your paper, so use the heading “Introduction” as an APA Level 2 heading.
Synthesize literature to support the topic and problem (3–5 pages).
Literature should be related to the identified problem.
Use headings and subheadings as needed to synthesize the literature (critical analysis of literature).
Apply theory to the synthesized literature (1–2 pages).
Describe the theory.
Apply theory to literature review.
Propose a project relevant to the topic and problem and supported by literature (1–2 pages).
What will the project be?
How does the project relate to the identified topic and problem?
Why does the project make sense in light of the literature?
Convey purpose, in an appropriate tone and style, incorporating supporting evidence and adhering to organizational, professional, and scholarly writing standards.
This applies to entire text, including the conclusion, which should provide a concise summary of key points from the paper.
Apply APA style and formatting to scholarly writing.
This applies to entire paper.
Submission Requiremen
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