RESEARCH PAPER ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW The Research Paper Assignment focuses on a sub-element of General Dees’ Spiritual Infrastructure concept.
It is the culmination of what you have learned in this course, highlighting the role of SI in our culture and ways in which our nation can be strengthened by these concepts.
INSTRUCTIONS You will prepare a 12-page research paper (not including title page, abstract, or references) on the topic of “Strengthening
Our Nation’s Spiritual Infrastructure.” You must focus on one of the sub elements of Spiritual Infrastructure (identified in Resilient Nations, Chapter 1), addressing historical background, current status, relevant biblical precepts, and policy and personal action recommendations for the particular sub element selected. You must also address how any sub element relates to Life, Liberty, Pursuit of Happiness, and the Seven Mountains of Culture. An example of a sub element would be: Free
Exercise and Relevance of Religion in Public and Private Venues. • The final paper must include 10 sources in addition to course text in addition to course materials. •
Choose your sources judiciously, aimed at providing breadth and depth surrounding your chosen sub element of Spiritual Infrastructure.
• Your paper must conform to APA standards. Remember to review Student Expectations. You are writing, not merely for a grade, but for the benefit of your entire class.
Put your best effort into your research and your writing. If you are not sure, or think you might need help, contact Liberty’s Online Writing Center for help with grammar, style, and spelling. Note: You may upload a draft of your paper to Research Paper: Draft Submission Assignment to check the originality of your work. This is optional. Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
