The student will prepare a 4 – 6 page research paper, in APA formatting, detailing a medical condition which has been selected from the approved list of topics. I CHOSE (EPILEPSY). Use Purdue Owl Link
(Links to an external site.)
to assist you in properly using APA format. You may also seek assistance from the main campus writing lab.
2. I recommend writing a paper on a disease process covered in your field of study or one that is of interest to you. You will be doing a short 5 minute Powerpoint or Prezi presentation on the topic to cover the mandated Oral presentation requirement.
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Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroductory paragraph: Must be in your own words. Please discuss your reasons for selecting this topic.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeState the root word, prefix, suffix, and /or word element as it applies to your topic
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDefine disease / condition; always cite your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscuss the incidence; in the U.S. number of people affected, age group, male / female etc. Give credit to your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscuss etiology; give credit to your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscuss signs / symptoms; give credit to your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscuss diagnostic tests; give credit to your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiscuss treatments, e.g. medications, surgery, homeopathic, complimentary medicine etc.;give credit to your source
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion paragraph; must be in your own words.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and mechanics; proofread and spellcheck
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA format & references : cover page required, abstract optional, 4 references A MUST. Intext citations must be used/ the source must be identifed.
State the root word, prefix, suffix and / or word element as it applies to your topic.
