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INSTRUCTIONS
The proposal for your research paper is a very important step toward the success of your paper (details about the requirements of the final paper can be found in the Content/Lessons area – link in the left side menu).
The Proposal should be one document, containing the following:
Part 1: Provide your selected topic for the Research Paper that is due in April, and describe your reasoning for making this choice. (Note: this proposal will not be very lengthy, it merely needs to address the items in the previous sentence. It will likely be only a paragraph or two in length and may just be a few sentences.)
*You must also include a statement to acknowledge if you know how to access the Library databases or not. If you do not know how to access them, you must include a statement that you will connect with the Library in person, online, or via phone. The Research paper can be any topic contained/related to the text (excluding Chapter 1). Select a topic that interests you – there are several topics that many students have found very interesting. Please remember to pick an area in which at least 1800 words can be written for your research paper that is due later in the term.
Keep in mind that you must go into much further detail than what is presented in the text. So do not pick a topic that an entire chapter or several pages are about. You will want to select a topic that is a very small section (maybe a paragraph or two) or perhaps is just mentioned in the text. Avoid topics from Chapters 1 & 2 – Chapter 1 is an overview and Chapter 2 covers the theories – most topics are discussed again later in the course in much more depth
It is also not advised to select a theorist or particular theory as the topic – many will not have current research as support and it will be a struggle to find the required current sources. You should also do some preliminary research to make sure you will be able to find adequate sources. The Research Paper Instructions page (in the Content/Lessons section) has a ton of info about sources and their requirements, be sure to read that carefully before selecting your sources.
Students will lose points if:
1) The proposal is submitted late.
2) The proposal is not submitted.
3) The proposal is not well written.
4) The proposal does not contain your reasoning for selecting the desired topic. 5) The proposal does not contain the acknowledgement about using the Library Databases as stated above. Note, if the topic is too broad or too narrow, your instructor will work with you to select a more suitable topic. Do not let this upset you – it is the best way to make sure you are on the right track. Check your grade/comments after the deadline to see if your proposal was accepted, or if an edit needs to be made. If your topic is not approved – you will need to resubmit. Be sure to read the comments with your score and make adjustments, then resubmit. Do not let this step of the paper be a roadblock for you – see suggestions below. Proper grammar and college level work is expected. Not sure what topic to pick?
Here is a great starting point: open the textbook to the table of contents. Next, locate a section or two that seem interesting.
Go to the pages of each of these sections and start to skim through the information.
Look for something that really grabs your attention but is only covered in a paragraph or two (or even just mentioned in a sentence). Do a few quick searches at the library or on the library’s online database to see if you will be able to find adequate sources for the paper. Message your instructor if you still have questions or concerns, or submit the topic as your proposed topic and check to see if it gets approved. Sample Proposal:
I would like to research the topic of XXXXXXXX for my Research paper. This is mentioned on page 345 in our textbook, but only covered in a paragraph. I am interested in this topic because my sister is affected by this and has dealt with it throughout her entire life. I would like to know more about XXXXXXXX so I can better understand what she has experienced. I have never accessed the Library databases, but I just looked at the website and sent an email to ask a few questions.

Choose a Case Study:
Select a well-documented case study involving a clear behavioral issue (e.g., child with tantrums in public settings, adolescent struggling with academic procrastination, individual with anxiety exhibiting avoidance behaviors). You can find suitable case studies in ABA journals, clinical reports, or with your instructor’s guidance.
Analyze the Case:
Using the framework of stimulus, behavior, and response, analyze the chosen case study in detail. Consider the following questions:
Stimulus/Antecedent: What environmental factors (antecedents, triggers) seem to be associated with the target behavior?
Behavior: What is the specific behavior of concern? How is it defined and measured?
Response/Consequence: What are the immediate consequences (reinforcement, punishment, extinction) following the behavior?
Assignment Requirements:
Written communication should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
The submission must be APA 7 formatted.
The assignment should be a minimum of one page.