Final Paper Focus of the Final Paper The Capstone Paper should demonstrate understanding of the reading as well as the implications of new knowledge. The ten to fifteen page paper should integrate readings, class discussions, field research, and literature review into proposed solution. It may include explanation and examples from previous experiences as well as implications for future applications. Your capstone paper should focus on a topic selected in consultation with the course instructor ( Immigration), which was done in Week Two. In this project, you will examine a specific political or social issue. Topics may include general issues such as poverty, crime, homelessness, economic development, homeland security, corporate social responsibility, ecological/environmental projects, etc. or a specific issue in your city, community, local, state, or federal governmental, etc.
You will:
Develop a public policy to address the issue. Or you may propose a change or update to an existing public policy.
In all cases, the focus should be on in the development of a public policy, to include utilizing all aspects of the public policy lifecycle.
Consider use of field assessments, literature searches, personal knowledge/experience, and community records to source content.