“The Impact of Globalization on a Specific Locale: An Analytical and Research-Based Study”

Research Assignment (30%): Students are required to develop an analytical and research based paper (of 1,500 words) that examines the impact of globalization on a narrow and clearly defined issue or a specific locale. The primary goal of the assignment is to demonstrate your independent mastery of the course material. The paper will be developed through two submissions; both submissions are graded. Part 1 (15%) and part 2
(15%).
Part 1 must include: i) an informed and content-rich thesis statement; ii) a 400-word introduction to the topic with a detailed explanation of how the topic relates to the course materials/class discussions; and iii) a reference list. The paper is to be submitted as a Word document on iLearn by the due date. Late-submitted papers will be duly penalized. 10% will be deducted if the paper is submitted within 24 hours after the deadline; and 20% will be deducted if it is submitted within 48 hours after the deadline. No work will be accepted later than 48 hours after the deadline.
Part 2 is the final version of the research paper (1,500 words excluding the reference list).
The paper is to be submitted as a Word document on iLearn by the due date. Late submitted papers will be duly penalized. A grading rubric will be available on course webpage.
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