Instruction
Ethics Research Paper
You are required to write a final research paper. The paper must be related to an ethics issue for local, state, or federal government. keep in mind, i reside in Florida so any topics within the state of Florida would be considered first. This will be 6-10 page in APA format (not including bibliography and appendix) written analysis and will provide a background of the facts, an analysis of the dilemma, decision-making approached utilized, and resolution. Written assignments should reflect the students knowledge of the subject, as well as the use of higher thinking skills (analysis, interpretation, synthesis, and evaluation).
Students are expected to use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar. All written assignments must be in APA form and should be double-spaced with 12-point font and Times New Roman Script. Full citation is expected, according to APA. Papers are evaluated on process and substance, including the students ability to synthesize the material and provide a critical analysis of the issue raised.
The paper will conform to APA citation guidelines. This paper should reflect college-level work in content, appearance, organization, grammar, and effort. Do not use Wikipedia or rely solely on Internet articles.
The paper should not be a string of quotes taken from various sources, even if organized and sequenced in some logical manner. While supporting professional citations are required, the majority of the paper should be your own thinking and work. The paper should also not be an editorial of personal views unsupported by citations from the professional literature. Be sure to proof-read/spell check the final draft of the paper before submitting it to the instructor. Reading the paper out loud often points out spelling and grammatical errors, as well as incorrect word usage.
The textbook for the class is Practical Ethics in Public Administration.