Research Paper: Thesis Statement and Outline Assignment Instructions

JURI650 course

Overview

The thesis statement explains the position the paper will take in analyzing the topic. The outline provides you with the framework and an organizational structure for you to write a logical and coherent research paper. The outline also enables you to ensure the proper development of the thesis and supporting arguments that you are presenting in your research. The outline also enables you to make sure that you are covering all important aspects of your research.

Instructions

Choose 1 of the main topics covered in this course as the topic for your Research Paper. The paper must include the following:

• Analysis of legal doctrines regarding the topic
• Analysis of relevant cases related to the topic
• Suggestions of new norms and legal doctrines which can improve the effectiveness of the international normative regulation
• Biblical norms and ethical principles applicable to the topic

You will submit a Thesis Statement which must be no more than 2 sentences long and it must include the topic of the paper and the position you will take in the paper. You will submit an outline of the major points to be addressed in your paper. The outline must include the following:

• Headings that cover the major points in the thesis statement
• Must be at least 900 words
• Must use Bluebook format

Before submitting the Thesis Statement and Outline, review the Research Paper Thesis Statement and Outline Grading Rubric to verify that all components of the assignment have been completed.