12 point Times Roman font preferred. Length: approximately 3 pages single-spaced (but it can be any length).
Note: Make sure to cite at least 3 class readings or class lectures using MLA or APA format as evidence to support the arguments and points in your paper.
In this paper, you will first identify a societal problem that you believe is harming people and/or the planet.
Explain the nature and scope of the problem, why it is worth solving, and what its main causes are. Explore these and other additional dimensions of the problem:
In what ways does it intersect with, reinforce, or otherwise relate to other societal problems?
How do its effects on people differ depending on race, religion, gender, socioeconomic status, national origin, etc.?
How has the severity and scope of the problem been trending (has it been getting worse or better recently) and what are the implications for society of those trends?
Present and describe at least two long-standing or traditional approaches to solving this societal problem.
Briefly comment on the pros and cons of each, based on data wherever possible.
Describe at least one nonprofit organization using each of the solutions you identify and evaluate their effectiveness in doing so. Describe their theory of change and the assumptions it rests on. Assess the effectiveness of those organizations in using this solution to make an impact on the problem, using objective evidence/data wherever possible.
Present and describe at least one newer, more innovative solution to this problem, and also comment on its pros and cons based on evidence/data wherever possible.
Describe at least one nonprofit organization using the newer solution(s) and evaluate their effectiveness in doing so (using data/evidence wherever possible). Describe their theory of change and the assumptions it rests on.
A future version of this assignment will ask you present your own unique solution to this problem, which can be a variation or enhanced version of some existing solution. You do not need to present your idea in this paper, but you should start thinking about it as you research and write this paper.
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Grading Rubric
Organization and Coherence20 points
A perfect 20 indicates:
The paper is organized and well structured. The papers narrative serves to support the central point. Transitions help the paper flow smoothly. Introductory paragraph is engaging and appropriately sets the stage for the remainder of the paper. The concluding paragraph is compelling. It uses a logical structure. Sophisticated transitional sentences often develop one idea from the previous one or identify their logical relations. It guides the reader through the chain of reasoning or progression of ideas.
Content and Analysis60 points
A perfect 60 indicates:
The key questions from the assignment are answered thoroughly. Each idea is supported fully with reasoning and/or examples. There are no obvious logic gaps or unsupported assertions. Evidence or plausible hypotheses are used to back up assertions. Insights are provided which demonstrate a mastery understanding of the concepts. The paper presents an insightful and thorough analysis of topic.
Sources10 points
A perfect 10 indicates:
Correctly uses and sites (using MLA or APA format) a variety of appropriately chosen, reliable sources (course readings and resources, course lectures and discussions, outside readings) to support the papers ideas. These sources significantly strengthen the credibility of the arguments made.
Structure, Clarity, Style and Grammar10 points
A perfect 10 indicates:
The paper is written in a style and tone appropriate to the audience, topic and purpose. The words are appropriate and well chosen for their precise meaning. Grammar, punctuation, and spelling are correct. It adheres to the assignment guidelines.
I HAVE ATTACHED TWO MODEL PAPERS THAT SHOW HOW THIS ASSIGNMENT IS SUPPOSED TO BBE WRITTEN. IT HAS TO BE WELL THOUGHT AND COHESIVE. PLEASE ASK IF YOU HAVE ANY MORE QUESTIONS
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This is just part one of the paper, but I will add more instructions in the message for part 2. Part one is 3 pages. but part 2 will be five pages. It is the same topic so I would like it to be written by the same person
Part2
Format: 12 point Times Roman font, single spaced. This paper should be roughly 5 pages in length, but this is only general guidance. It can be shorter or longer.
Note: Make sure to reference at least 3 class readings or class lectures as evidence to support the arguments and points in your paper. Cite sources using MLA or APA format.
In this paper, you will revisit the problem you identified in your first paper of the semester (or choose another one if you so desire). You can use language from your earlier paper, but you are advised to improve the quality of your analysis and arguments as much as possible.
You may find it useful to review the model papers from past semesters, written by Julia Clark and Margaret (Meg) Lanthier.
Expand upon your explanation of the nature and scope of the problem, explore its main causes, and why it matters.
Enrich your analysis of the differing effects of this problem dependent on factors such as race, gender, social class, religion, national origin, etc.
What would a world look like in which this problem was completely resolved?
Present and describe at least three long-standing or traditional approaches to solving this societal problem by nonprofit organizations.
Briefly comment on the pros and cons of each based on objective evidence (data) wherever possible. Your deeper level of analysis should reflect what you have learned in the course since you wrote the original paper.
Identify at least one nonprofit organization that is known to be effective at implementing each solution.
Describe their theory of change and what assumptions it makes.
For at least one organization, identify inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
Present and describe at least two newer, more innovative solutions to this problem by nonprofit organizations or social enterprises (for-profits that work to solve social problems).
Also comment on their pros and cons and leading practitioners of this solution, and how effective those practitioners are in applying that solution to solve the societal problem.
For at least one nonprofit organization for each solution, describe the theory of change and underlying assumptions. Then identify inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impacts.
For the traditional and newer solutions, you can and should update and go deeper into the solutions in your earlier paper, or you can choose new solutions, or some combination.
Now, propose your own unique solution to this problem, which may be completely new, or it can be a variation or enhanced version of some existing solution that to .
How would it work? What is your theory of change and what assumptions does it rest on?
Why do you think this solution will be effective? How would you get it off the ground?
What would be the biggest challenges to proving the concept in the real world and how might those challenges be overcome? How might proof of concept be achieved and once achieved, how could it be scaled up to reach large numbers?
Is your solution geographically specific or widely applicable, and why?
THIS IS PART 2 OF THE PAPER AND ITS INSTRUCTION. THE TOPIC SHOULD BE FOOD SECURITY, I WAS THINKING IN AFRICA OR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES. THE PART TWO OF THE PAPER SHOULD BE 5 PAGES. PLEASE SEND ME A DRAFT AND CONTACT ME IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS. ALSO USE “CHANGING THW WORLD WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND” BY ALEX COUNTS ON TOP OF THE READING I ATTACHED IN THE FILES. THERE ARE ALSO TWO SAMPLE PAPERS I ATTACHED IN THE FILE TO SHOW YOU HOW THIS IS DONE
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