When preparing the research paper, the following should be carefully noted:
(a) Appropriateness of the literature (for example, incorporating concepts from discussion and
textbook). A thorough review of the literature on the topic must be conducted including 6 peer
review articles, journals, and texts. Research should not be more than 10 years old.
(b) Emphasis and elaboration of the topic (for example, analysis of issues, comparison, or
reflection) selected and integration of the research literature reviewed, as well as applying and
integrating concepts covered in the course into the topic.
(c) Consideration of how the topic applies to culturally and linguistically diverse students. Address
how cultural factors (for example, ethnicity, age, gender, language, family background/values) play
a role in this topic, and/or how do teachers/practitioners become culturally responsive to address
this topic?
(d) Provide examples in applied settings and “bridge the gap” between theory and application in
educational/learning settings).
(e) Written in correct APA format: Cover page with page numbers, correct use of in-text citations
(at least 5), APA style reference page, double spaced, and use of 12-point Times New Roman Font.