In addition to the module exams and discussion activities students must submit an essay

In
addition to the module exams and discussion activities students must
submit an essay on a topic of their choice that relates to any disorder
or issue presented in the textbook or lecture. The essay should reflect
independent student research on the topic chosen and include no less
than 5 references from reputable professional sources
(NO Wikipedia!!). The essay is worth up to 40 points and will be graded
on both content and form. See rubric for specific grading criteria.

(Half points may also be awarded to denote papers that are between the criteria stated below)

MY TOPIC: SCHIZOPHRENIA

Final Term Essay Paper

Final Term Essay Paper

Criteria

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Topic Relevance

The topic and content of the paper is relevant to the area of abnormal psychology.

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Summary and explanation of the topic

The paper
summarizes what the text and lecture has already said about the topic
and explains why the topic is important and of interest.

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Research review

The paper then
continues to explore the topic by introducing the fruits of the
student’s own independent research. The research is cited, summarized
and integrated into the discussion of the topic in a clear and
meaningful way.

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Student Analysis

The paper
includes the students own analysis of the topic and ideas, suggestions
or points of interest that clearly relate to and derive from the
research done on the topic.

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Effective Summary

The paper
concludes with an effective overall summary of what has been learned and
perhaps what is yet needed in terms of further inquiry on the topic.

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Appropriate and Effective Style

The paper is
written in a clear and readable style without rambling or diversion into
irrelevant issues. The writing style is appropriate in word choice and
voice for a college level essay.

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Grammar and Punctuation

The paper adheres to the Standards of written English in grammar and punctuation.

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APA Style

The paper
adheres to APA style by including a title page, appropriate in-text
citations and an appropriate reference page at the end.