The learner will identify and select a contemporary problem, pose a solution to the problem, and argue for the validity of that solution. Problems, solutions, and arguments must be framed in such a way as to draw on the liberal arts for definition, background, development, and support. The liberal arts are broadly defined as studies providing general knowledge, rather than professional or vocational training. Sources used should be academically credible, reliable, and defensible. It is the learner’s responsibility to organize and integrate this liberal arts research into a comprehensive and convincing written presentation of no less than fifteen and no more than twenty, double-spaced pages (not including the title page, abstract, and reference page). The facilitator must approve the problem/issue selected by the learner.
The research paper should be well documented. References should include no less than twelve (12) scholarly sources and no more than twenty-five (25) sources. The APA style should be followed throughout the paper.
