Research Paper Outline: INTRODUCTION, HISTORY, CULTURAL CONTEXT, Represented in US, Individualistic/Collective, Artistic, Values, Religion, SEX AND GENDER ROLES, ACCULTURATION, CONCLUSION.

Paper #1: WRITE AN OUTLINE OF THE RESEARCH PAPER: Outline must include introduction, body, and conclusion sections in outline format. You should include topic sentences (for each section) and paragraph transitions that help tie your major points together. Use current APA Style as appropriate. Research Paper Outline: INTRODUCTION, HISTORY, CULTURAL CONTEXT, Represented in US, Individualistic/Collective, Artistic, Values, Religion, SEX AND GENDER ROLES, ACCULTURATION, CONCLUSION. *****Must display the following criteria: 1) Content: The outline includes several high quality, thought provoking ideas/points which are skillfully used to creatively and completely support the thesis, adding new insight to the discussion. Outline demonstrates a well-balanced approach to researching the topic (subcategories are of equal significance under each body paragraph). Subtopics are specific and avoid generalities. Subtopics demonstrate extensive research and thought on the topic. 2) Mechanics and APA Style: The assignment follows current APA Style consistently and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly. _______________________________________________________________________________ Paper #2: In this paper you will discuss various elements of the same Topic as the outline which is attached. Content: 1) Begin with an introduction with a thesis statement. 2) Provide a brief history of your culture. 3) Explain how your chosen culture is represented in the United States. 4) Discuss whether your culture individualistic or collectivistic. Provide at least one example. 5) Detail some of the artistic (art, music, architecture, dance) contributions of your culture. 6) Explain some of the values of your culture. Provide at least three examples. 7) Discuss your culture’s religion(s). Include name and basic belief system of at least one of the major faiths. 8) Detail some of the sex and gender role differences in your culture (provide at least three examples) 9) Discuss what we would need to know to acculturate into your culture. (If a past one, what would we need to do for preparing for our time machine to fit in). Provide at least one concrete suggestion. 10) End with the conclusion. SPECIFIC PAPER REQUIREMENTS: 1) Length of paper four to six pages in length (Times New Roman; One inch margins; Font 12; Double-spaced) 2) Must contain in-text citations in current APA Style 3) Check your spelling and grammar 4) Include a minimum of three or more credible sources (books, journal articles, magazine/newspaper articles, etc.) PAPER OUTLINE: INTRODUCTION, HISTORY, CULTURAL CONTEXT, Represented in US, Individualistic/Collective, Artistic, Values, Religion, SEX AND GENDER ROLES, ACCULTURATION, CONCLUSION, REFERENCES. *****Must display the following criteria: 1) Content: Paper demonstrates that the author fully understands and has applied course concepts. Paper includes several high quality, thought- provoking ideas. Topic is focused narrowly enough for the scope of the assignment. 2) Organization/Cohesiveness: Connections among subtopics and the thesis/topic are clear without being repetitive or redundant. Concluding remarks demonstrate analysis and synthesis of ideas. Writing and integration of source materials is eloquent and skillful. 3) Supporting Evidence/Research: Three or more appropriate sources are completely and eloquently integrated throughout the paper. At least one source is from credible, scholarly, peer-reviewed materials. Detailed, meaningful quotations and paraphrases aptly and accurately support the topic. 4) Mechanics and APA Style: The assignment consistently follows current APA Style and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.