Research Paper Outline
Students will submit a 2-3 page double spaced paper (not including preliminary bibliography) outlining their proposed research paper topic. Research paper topics may be any subject of interest to the student that is public administration related and is relevant to the objectives of this class. If there is any uncertainty, ensure that your topic is approved by the instructor. Send me an email if you have a concern. This assignment is worth five points and represents five percent of your grade. It will be due by Sunday, February 3rd at Midnight EST.
PAD 6053 Research Paper Outline Rubric
Paper Author: Point Total____ ___
Introduction (1 point): _________
- Introduce and define the research topic of interest.
- Discuss how the topic relates to public administration and the objectives of this class.
- How can you relate the piece to something of “real world significance” that matters to you?[unique_solution]
Research Paper Analysis (2 points): _________
- This is where you go into more description about how your topic integrates some of the key topics of focus this semester:
- Accountability
- Organizational Theory & Issues
- Human Capital
- Budgeting
- Implementation and Performance
- Political Perspective
- Clarify what types of journals (ex. Public Administration Review, Government Information Quarterly, etc). or other resources you will use to help guide you moving forward. You don’t have to have every specific article identified, but you should have a plan for where you are going to find support in the literature for your paper. A preliminary bibliography of some of the sources you will be using should be included.
Formatting, Logic, Flow, and Understanding of Material (2 points): _________
- The quality of writing reflects upper-level work demonstrating clarity of ideas and an integration of concepts. The use of subheadings and transitional sentences between subsections is required.
- Include the proper use of footnotes and citations.
- Include the proper use of headings and has an introduction and conclusion paragraph.
Grammar, Spelling, APA Style (0 points): _________
- Points will not be given for this! However up to 2 points may be deducted for poor grammar, poor spelling, use of first person, and not following requirements