Term Paper Assignment

Each student will submit a term paper (5-6) pages in length (This page length does not include cover page and reference section).

Your research paper should include the following sections:  Cover Page, Main Body and References list. Your paper should be typed and double-spaced with 1″ margins on all sides and 12 pt. Times New Roman font.

Select at least 3 research articles (i.e peer reviewed) analyzing some aspect of adolescent development (e.g., Eating disorders, Substance abuse, Relationships, Media) with special consideration of how they influence physical, emotional, cognitive and/or social development.  Here is helpful information on how to evaluate a source:

The paper will be graded based upon the following criteria: Proper APA format, Grammar/spelling, Organization & Comprehension of research It is expected that your paper will include a reference section and proper citations. The articles that you select must be from the last 5 years. The research paper requires adequate detailing, citation and form.