Individual Paper/ Presentation (worth 40% of the final grade):

Each student will write a paper and prepare to present to the class. Individual Paper/ Presentation is due on April 13, 2022, and shouldanswer the following questions:

1. Create a written problem statement that clarifies the problem (Are we pursuing the right goals? What are the main assumptions – are they true? How would an outsider describe the problem?) 
2. Discuss research data about the problem 
3. Identify possible root causes and create a logic tree
4. Discuss several promising solutions and then
5. Choose your optimal solution and discussThe paper should consist of a minimum of 3 – 5 pages (12 font, double-spaced). The student should also plan a 5-minute presentation with PowerPoint (or a similar format). The presentation should be professional. Individual Paper/presentations should adhere to APA standards.