Choose a topic surround around Problems with Black Sociology . (A Summary of The Structure and Process)
1. Title (10%) The title is a brief indication of what is to be expected.
2. Abstract (20%) The abstract describes the entire paper or project with an emphasis on that which is most important. (Typically 1-2 paragraphs or approximately 125-250 words)
3. Introduction (20%) a. A description of the purpose of the study b. A clearly defined research question c. Clearly defined central concepts d. Include clear measurable objectives e. A discussion of what has been done prior to the proposed problem f. A discussion of what one plans to do g. Describe the source of the idea h. Explain why this study is important (Typically 2-4 paragraphs or approximately 250-500 words)
4. Literature Review (40%) a. An in-depth review of previous work b. Include several articles of the last five years c. The recent articles can be supplemented with recent scholarly books and articles, but also older literature on a sparingly basis. (Refrain from textbooks or sensationalism literature) d. Provide a logical sequence from what is known to what remains unanswered
5. Theoretical Framework (10%) a. Provide a theory or theoretical framework that informs the literature review. b. The same theory should also inform the research process. (approximately 1-2 paragraphs less, 125-250 words)