Assignment
In a paper of at least 1,800 words (not including title, abstract, and reference pages), persuasively argue that your topic of interest (Adolescent Behaviors related to Social Media) and the specific research question (Question: How does the use of social media affect adolescent development in a negative manner?) you have identified are pertinent to your field of study and of interest to the broader academic and practitioner community.
A. Analyze the over-arching topic you are interested in and what justifies your research question, basing your analysis on the information you have gathered on the topic throughout this course. Cite literature you have found that explores, studies, or debates critical aspects of the topic or question.
B. Create a compelling argument that reinforces why you believe your topic is relevant to your field of study, and why your research question is important to answer, using principles of persuasive writing.
C. Assess the audience for a research study on your topic of interest, describing who might be interested in the answer to your research question.
a. Analyze how practitioners might use the answer to your research question to improve client service or to advance understanding in your field of study
b. Predict how the results of a study to address your research question might be used.
D. Appraise how you as a researcher might overcome any ethical concerns that could be associated with conducting a study to address your research question.
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.