Attached is an outline that has already been completed, the directions are below to update it, highlight what has been added or updated, abstract has to be between 150-250 words
Write an updated abstract and updated detailed outline of your research topic paper with at least three references. This outline can follow the following format as far as section headings. But you do not have to follow it. You can add more sections. But there must be at least five sections highlighted by * and section titles. Provide updated commentary with each section that is written (The commentary should be detailed explanation or support in paragraph format). Highlight the areas in yellow that you have added, or revised compared to previous outlines.
Abstract*
Introduction*
Background
Define your topic*
Explain your topic*
Defend your position about your topic*
Conclusion*
Summary
Future Research
Incorporate at least four reference from articles listed within the online APUS library.
INSTRUCTIONS•Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message. •APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA (6th edition) style and formatting. •Length of paper: typed, double-spaced pages with no less than four pages. •Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point. APA GUIDELINES University of California Berkeley Library APA Style Citation http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/APAstyle.pdf Purdue University APA Formatting and Style Guide http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/#resourcenav RESEARCH and WRITING APUS Online Library Tutorial Centerhttp://www.apus.edu/Online-Library/tutorials/index.htm PLAGIARISM Avoiding accidental and intentional plagiarismhttp://www.plagiarism.org/