The final paper must be 10–12 pages (not including the title page, abstract page, or reference pages).
The paper must include a minimum of 10 peer-reviewed and academic journal resources. Academic journals can be easily accessed through Liberty University’s online library. A librarian is available to assist online students. The articles should be dated within the past 5 years.
Remember that information from generic websites (e.g., Wikipedia, About.com) will not count towards the minimum of 10 sources required in the paper. Rely on peer-reviewed resources easily accessed through Liberty University’s online library.
Do not include pictures, charts, or graphs in the final paper.
Most of the paper was completed over the term. You should have a title page and abstract from previous modules/weeks. The annotated bibliography should not be pasted in the paper. However, the annotated bibliography should offer the information and sources that you may use in the paper.
The required components that must be included in the paper:
• Title page
• Abstract page
• Body of 10–12 pages
• Reference page
The paper must follow current APA format guidelines.
PAPER SETUP:**PLEASE FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY**
Title Page per APA centered vertical and horizontal with running head
and page numbers (one page)
Abstract per APA: Follow my feedback & make corrections. (one full and separate page)
Paragraph Headers or Equivalent to use: (10-12 pages)
1. Research Problem: (What is the problem you are researching?) about 1/4 page
2. Problem History: (What has been done in the past to attempt to address this problem and what has been the result?) No more than 5 pages or 50% of your paper. Work will be devalued if you go over the page limits.
3. Future Action Needed: (What more needs to be done and by whom to more aggressively address this problem?) About 20% or up to 3 pages of your paper
4. Personal Response: (What can I do to address this problem in my own way?) about 10% or one page of your paper
5. Biblical Perspective: (Using topic specific scriptures, what is my World View related to this problem?) about 10% or one page of your paper
6. Summary and Conclusions: (Key Points and Call to Action) up to one page pr up to 10% of your paper. THIS SUMMARY CONCLUSION SHOULD HIGHLIGHT/OUTLINE THE MAIN POINTS IN THE PAPER
7. References: (Per APA) Starts with “References” header and then follows APA guidelines.
