Explaining a Social Problem

Assignment 3: Final ProjectOverview:The purpose of the 12-15-page project is for you to be able to explain a social problem to a non-sociologist using a sociological perspective. It is to provide recommendations on how to address and resolve the problem.Instructions:Construct a 12-15 page paper that fully explores each of the following areas:IntroductionWithin at least four pages, clearly state your topic/social problem and how it is significant to the study of society. Includes social concepts and theories.BackgroundStatement of the ProblemWhy it is important to studyPurpose of the studyResearch Questions (at least 3; what are you trying to discover or uncover?)Research MethodsWithin at least 2 pages, you will explain how you obtained relevant journal articles for your final project.Literature ReviewWithin at least 3 pages, provide information on current publications about a particular topic (no more than 3 years old). You want to be sure and include at least 6 journal articles in this section. What are the experts saying about the topic? Includes social concepts and theories.Discussion (findings), Recommendations, and ConclusionWithin at least six pages, discuss your major findings and interpret. First, restate the overall purpose of the study. Then explain the main finding as related to the overall purpose of the study. Include social concepts and theories. (3 pages)In terms of your recommendations, you want to share practical steps that can be taken to implement the key findings of the research study. Ask yourself, how might you address your research questions? Remember, your recommendations must be supported by the findings from the data analysis (if applicable). Further, you want to include peer-reviewed sources to validate your recommendations. (2 pages)Be sure and include a conclusion, which is a summary of the introduction. (1 page).SourcesIncludes at least 15 credible sourcesWriting and APA FormattingFollows writing expectations and submission is free of spelling and grammar errors. Correctly uses APA formattingGramar and Spelling (10%)Submission is free of spelling and grammatical errors.General requirements:Submissions should be typed, double-spaced, 1″ margins, times new roman 12 pt font, and saved as .doc, .docx, .pdf.Use APA format for citations and referencesView the grading rubric so you understand how you will be assessed on this Assignment.Disclaimer- Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin. Both you and your instructor will receive the results.This course has “Resubmission” status enabled to help you if you realized you submitted an incorrect or blank file, or if you need to submit multiple documents as part of your Assignment. Resubmission of an Assignment after it is grades, to attempt a better grade, is not permitted.