  What is it?  A large-scale research paper on a worldwide issue or problem chosen by you.  That means that your issue or problem must have at least two sides, must be current, and must not be limited to the United States.  You must “…create an argument that relates to the impact of your chosen topic or argues a solution…” Capstone

  You will need to do the following 4 things…  Reading  1 book, at least 200 pages  4-6 professional articles  4 other types of sources (list will be provided)  Portfolio  A proposal form (provided)  Evidence of research notes  Reflective journal (print or blog)  An annotated bibliography What does it Entail?

  A blog  Reflects your entire thought process during the course of the assignment, (how it changes, how you process new information, etc.).  Presentation  5-7 minutes, tell us about your research, your findings, your conclusion, and why it matters. Cont…

  There will be due dates, work days, conferences galore!  You are luckier than previous years.  We will attack it slowly, methodically, and (hopefully) free of stress. Don’t Worry

  Come Monday, the 6 th of April, with your top three choices, (if only two or one, that is even better!). Work-that-is-of-the-Home

  Poverty  Global Financial Crisis  Global Climate Change  Racism  Classism  The Wealth Gap  The Poverty Gap Possible Issues Education Oligarchy International Terrorism Slavery Treatment of the Mentally Ill Feminist Issues Access to Medical Care