What are the impacts of video games
What are the impacts of video games?
Use double-spacing, 1” margins, and New Times Roman 12-point font (the font of this assignment). The paper should be at least 1,250 words for the intro, body, and conclusion plus the other required pages (title, table of contents, bibliography, etc). Note that the paper word count will be much more than this because the 1,250 is ONLY for your intro, body, and conclusion combined. Most papers are around 10 pages with all elements.
Research. The paper must include at least seven credible sources from refereed journals (not Wikipedia, although it is a good place to find some references; scroll down to the bottom).
Reference Page. The reference page should follow APA style.
Documentation Style. Use APA paper formatting to include
Title page, table of contents, page numbering, etc.;
Correct in-text (aka parenthetical) citations—whether the information is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized; and
First and Third-person point of view, depending on what you are discussing.
Visual Aids. The paper should include at least three visuals, which are correctly integrated, formatted, and sourced. You must cite where these aids came from within your paper but they do not count in your 7 academic sources.
Papers Sections Described
Helpful suggestion: I suggest that you write your intro, body, and conclusion first and then write your executive summary. It’s always easier when I do it that way. You should format your paper in the order listed: 1-10…8 & 9 are optional, all others are not.
1. Title Page. Provide the paper title, which should announce the paper’s purpose and subject by using descriptive words. Avoid an overly long and involved title. Make the title the most prominent item, highest on the page, followed by the name of the recipient(s), the author(s), and date of submission. Follow APA guidelines.
2. Table of Contents (TOB). The TOB should be detailed enough for the reader to glance through to easily find a topic of interest and its corresponding page number. Do not include the title page or TOB here, but do include the list of tables and figures, and executive summary.
3. List of Figures and Tables. On a separate page following the TOB (or at the end of the TOB, if it fits) list the figures and tables. Use specific titles so the reader knows what the figures or tables are about. Note on the visuals: there should be a minimum of three (one of which you created), and they should be numbered, titled, documented, and integrated (refer the reader to them in the text before the visual).
4. Executive Summary. This is a brief summary of your paper and is helpful for readers who are only interested in the big picture. In-text citations should be used throughout. Write for a general audience and make sure the summary can stand on its own. Write in a logical sequence and state the following:
The purpose of the paper (explain the issue and include your research questions),
How you researched it,
Your major findings,
Your conclusions and recommendations.
5. Introduction.* The introduction engages and orients the audience. In-text citations should be used throughout. Write in a logical sequence and be sure to include the following sub-headings to help ensure these elements are not missed:
Definition, Description, and Background – Identify your topic’s origin and significance, define and describe the problems or issues, and provide background as briefly as possible. Readers don’t need a long history lesson.
Purpose – Explain the purpose of your paper, and include the research question(s) you hope to answer.
Intended Audience – Identify your audience(s).
Method of Inquiry (Methodology) – Briefly identify the methods you used to research and analyze the problem or issue. Discuss your specific Primary Sources (non-interpreted data, interviews, and surveys) and Secondary Sources (literature).
Limitations of the Study – Explain any limitations (access to secured govt. docs) or omissions (pending response from interviewee).
Working Definitions – List working definitions, but if you have more than five (5), use a glossary at the end.
Scope of Inquiry – In logical order, list the topics you have researched.
Conclusion(s) – Preview your conclusion; don’t make readers wade through the entire paper to find out what you recommend.
6. Body.* The body describes and explains your findings. Present a clear and detailed picture of the evidence, interpretations, and reasoning on which you will base your conclusion (everything should be related to your paper’s purpose). Divide main points into sub-points, and use informative headings as aids to navigation. The body section should effectively inform your readers, keep them on track, and reveal a clear line of reasoning. In-text citations should be used throughout. This section will be the longest with multiple paragraphs!!!
7. Conclusion.* The conclusion is likely to interest readers most because it answers the questions that originally sparked the analysis. In the conclusion, you summarize, interpret, and recommend. Although you have interpreted evidence at each stage of your analysis, your conclusion presents a broad interpretation and may suggest a course of action. Be sure your summary and interpretation logically lead to your recommendation. In-text citations should be used throughout.
8. Glossary (if needed). Use a glossary if your paper contains more than five (5) technical terms that may not be understood by your intended audience. List the words alphabetically. Spell out any acronyms first, then put the acronym in parenthesis. In the paper, refer to the glossary the first time you use each of these technical terms: (see glossary).
9. Appendixes. If you have large blocks of material or other documents that are relevant but will bog readers down, add them as appendixes. Title each appendix clearly: “Appendix A: Projected Costs.” Mention the appendixes in the introduction, and refer to them at appropriate points in the paper: (see Appendix A).
10. References. This page should include sources that you cited in your paper. There should be at least seven (7) academic sources. Follow APA guidelines.
*The Introduction, Body/Data, and Conclusion sections combined must be a minimum of 5 pages, so at least 1,250 words. Do NOT excessively use quotations or overly enlarge visuals to “fill up” your paper.
Note that my final paper topic is: what are the impacts of video games?
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