For this 10-15 page written assignment, you will identify an area of interest in public administration to explore which is Homeless LGBTQ Youth within the policy-making process.
You will:
– Write an Abstract (250 words; not included in the page count) One paragraph, double spaced.
-Write an Introduction (approximately 2 pages)
Identify the topic or state the problem (with evidence), define basic terms, and explain the importance or relevance of this topic, etc. (Support with references)
Provide preview of the rest of the paper.
Thesis statement is included.
o Sources to be included: textbooks, news, legitimate govt or policy sites/ reports
– Identify and explain the Theoretical Lens (approximately 2 pages)
Select a theory that best fits your topic and explain it thoroughly. Support your explanation using literature!
Apply the theory. Explain how it fits the topic you plan on researching or how previous studies have incorporated the theory in their work(s). – Theories we have covered in class (not an exhaustive list): I chose Policy-Making Process.
o Sources to include in this section: textbooks, academic articles. I will provide some articles.
-Begin a Literature Review (approximately 5 pages)
Local/State
What does the research say about my topic
Minor homeless
Causes of homelessness
Resources: Housing discrimination & HUD Discrimination
Solutions
Use academic literature rooted in public policy or administration and additional references (at least eight academic journal articles) to demonstrate how researchers study this area of public administration, what findings and conclusion have been made, or provide insight into explaining the key ideas surrounding the topic.
Remember to discuss the literature thematically
The lit review sets the expectations of findings in the research area
o Sources to include: peer-reviewed academic articles
– Preview Findings (approximately 1 page)
When you take Research Methods, you will learn to write a methodology and findings section. Until then, for the purpose of this research, include evidence that could be used to relate to your topic, analyze it and explain how it fits your research area.
May include charts, tables, figures, etc. When using such illustrations from a secondary source, cite it directly underneath the image and provide a title.
– Conclusion (approximately 1 page)
Recap the research. Never introduce new ideas in the conclusion.
– Include a Reference List and Abstract, using APA style throughout (not included in page count). Should have 15-20 references.
Remember: This paper should be well-written and incorporate appropriate references. Grades will reflect quality of work, accuracy of content, and writing. Proofread your paper prior to submission.
Tips:
– Start with an outline. Research and gather materials to use for each section. Have an outline ready for the Research Proposal workshop.
– Use subheadings to organize your paper. Use transitions to move from one idea to another.
-Research is free from opinion and relies on empirical evidence.
– Include a title page with the title of your research and your name. Title of the paper should be informative, descriptive, and interesting.
-Need help getting started and selecting a topic or finding evidence to incorporate? Browse the following recommended sources:
http://www.governing.com (News Source- Topical for Local, state, and federal issues)
https://icma.org (City Management Research- Local Governing)
https://patimes.org (General Public Administration Topics and Commentary)
https://www.route-fifty.com (News for Public Policy/Admin)
https://www.cbpp.org (Budgeting and Policy Institute)
https://www.brookings.edu (non-profit public policy institute)
Most government or public agencies have a research tab that provides policy reports, data sets, etc. that can be useful.
-Need more information on research papers in the discipline? Visit:
https://www.skidmore.edu/political_science/writing_guide/research_paper.php
http://qcpages.qc.cuny.edu/political_science/researching.html
https://scholar.harvard.edu/files/csuperti/files/gov97howtowriteapaperactivity5.pdf
I have attached two examples of this assignment below and other research articles I found helpfully related to my topic.
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