You are to identify, focus, research, and write a report on a specific social problem.

You are to identify, focus, research, and write a report on a specific social problem. You must use at least six references, four of which must be from scholarly, peer-reviewed journals (e.g., The American Sociological Review). The report should be a well-articulated and carefully thought-out analysis showing that you understand the problem, its specific causes and effects, and its implications and ramifications. You must also indicate why you think change is necessary or due.

1. You must accurately portray the nature of the issue.
2. You must explain what makes your topic an issue of social relevance.
3. You must explain the probable cause(s) of the problem.
4. You must make use of all appropriate theories that we cover in class.
5. You must discuss possible solutions to the social problem.
6. You must utilize at least six references, four of which must be from peer-reviewed journals, to support your thesis.
7. You must use an essay format.
8. You must keep the paper within four to eight typewritten pages (not including the title page and the works cited page), double-spaced, 12 point font.
9. You must include a title page with a title, your name, class, and date.
10. You must cite your sources in the body of your paper. (Failure to do so will lead to a zero for the paper.)
11. You must include a works cited (reference) page. (Failure to do so will lead to a zero for the paper.)
12. You must submit the paper as a Word file or PDF file by 11:59 P.M. on November 17, 2021 through Canvas. Please see the course policy for late assignments below.

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