Assignment Question
Approved Topic: Ensure the essay strictly adheres to the topic outlined in the approved research proposal: “The Problem with Refugee Policies and Immigrant Integration.” Length and Formatting: The essay must be at least 20 pages in length, double-spaced, with one-inch margins and 12-point font. Choose an appropriate citation format (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.) for in-text citations and the reference page. Cover Page: Include a cover page with relevant details (title, course, your name, date, etc.).
Structure:
Introduction: Present a clear thesis statement related to the impact of refugee policies on immigrant integration.
Body: Discuss refugee policies, immigrant experiences, legal frameworks, support systems, cultural adaptation, and comparative policy analysis.
- Critical Analysis: Provide a deep analytical perspective, especially in the context of Vietnamese immigration and broader international cases.
- Contextual Relevance: Align discussions with course themes like political, social, and cultural aspects of immigration.
- Research Depth: Utilize a minimum of five academic sources, ensuring they cover academic literature, case studies, and real-world research.
- Analytical Insight: Offer critical analysis and personal insights based on the research. Highlight complexities and implications of refugee policies on immigrant communities.
- Comparative Analysis: Include a comparative review of different countries’ refugee policies and their effectiveness.
Conclusion: Summarize key findings and suggest potential policy improvements or future research directions.
- Citations and Bibliography: Include in-text citations and a comprehensive bibliography. Ensure all sources are cited according to the chosen formatting style.
Reference Check-In #1 Assignment: The essay should build upon the insights and preliminary findings from the Check-In #1 Assignment. This includes incorporating the literature assessment, methodology, and initial findings related to refugee policy and immigrant integration. Continuity: Ensure there’s a clear connection between the themes and analysis presented in the Check-In #1 Assignment and the final essay.
The essay should be seen as an extension and deepening of the research and discussions initiated in the assignment. Here is the original text from the syllabus regarding the final essay for International Studies 190: “You may NOT write your paper on a topic that was not previously approved by me (i.e. as stated in your approved written proposal). Then you will need to submit your completed research paper. The text portion of your paper should be at least 20 pages in length double-spaced with one-inch margins and 12-point font. You have the option of which writing format (i.e. MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.) to use for in-text citations and the selected reference page. You are required to include a cover page, in-text citations, and a bibliography with your final paper. All paper assignments are due by 12-16-23 (by 11:59 pm); early submissions will be accepted (even encouraged). No submissions of your paper assignments will be accepted after this deadline: you will receive a zero on the research paper assignment if it is not submitted in Canvas by this deadline” My research proposal is include in the fils.
