The following elements must be addressed in your final research paper: I. Introduction: In this section, you will discuss your issue and select resources that you can use to research the issue. This will lead you to the development of a research question related to your issue. Specifically, you should: Describe the issue that you have selected to investigate. Why is this issue significant? Describe at least three scientific resources that you could use to investigate the issue you selected. Your sources must be relevant to your issue and must be of an academic nature appropriate for the issue. In your description, consider questions such as: What are the similarities and differences in the content of your sources? What makes them appropriate and relevant for investigating your issue? What was your thought process when you were searching for sources? Why did you choose the articles you chose? Based on your review of science resources, develop a specific question related to the issue you selected. In other words, what would you like to know more about? II. Body: In this section, you will use the resources that you selected to investigate your question, focusing on the scientific principles related to the issue. Make sure to cite your sources. Formulate a hypothesis (use the if… then… because… format (Links to an external site.)) that addresses the question you developed. Make sure your hypothesis is based on your investigation of your question. Explain what research has shown and its impacts on your topic. For instance, if you are discussing a new treatment for cancer, what are the pros and cons? Is it a complete solution or a stepping stone to finding a better cure? III. Conclusion: In this section, you will conclude your research investigation by discussing future directions for the debate on your issue. Specifically, you should: Explain any next steps that a scientist could take to further research your topic. Predict complications or issues that might arise that would affect your topic. IV. Provide a reference list, in APA format (Links to an external site.), that includes all of the resources you used to investigate your issue and question.Show more
