REQUIRED ELEMENTS
- Topic and rationale
- Thesis Statement
- Outline
- Preliminary reference list
Remember to choose a topic that reflects your areas of study ( Any topic of Physical Therapy ). Submit this assignment as ONE word document with a clear heading above each section of the assignment: Rationale, Thesis Statement, Outline, Preliminary Reference List
Note: A Topic Exploration Worksheet.docx Topic Exploration Worksheet.docx – Alternative Formats is available to help you choose and focus your topic. It is not required, but is helpful to explore ideas.
Rationale
Rationale is a brief statement of the purpose for your paper. Like a blueprint or plan, it should provide the methodology and goals for the paper. It should include the following:
- PURPOSE: What do you hope achieve with this paper? What are your goals?
- BACKGROUND: What relevant experience, studies or research do you have with the topic? How does it relate to your areas of study?
- SIGNIFICANCE: Why is this topic worthy? What do you hope to learn from this experience? What new perspective will you bring?
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND DESCRIPTION: How will you conduct your research and what sources will you use?
