course materials

1. Research Paper The essay must be an original research paper,
investigating Inco
Research PaperThe essay must be an original research paper, investigating Income
Inequality as a Social Problem.This paper must address the following aspects of the
problem:What sociological causes and explanations have been linked to Income Inequality?
Keep in mind the various theoretical perspectives.What social factors (structural, cultural,
interactional, political, etc.) contribute to the existence of the problem of Income
Inequality?What do sociologists or other experts believe may be potential solutions to the
problem of Income Inequality?Must cite eight scholarly sources. “Scholarly sources” include
articles published in peer-reviewed journals and books published by university presses and
other reputable presses for scholarly material.Must use and cite the three sources provided
(See “Source Identification” attachment)Note that news articles, Internet pages, and
Wikipedia will not be accepted as scholarly sources, no matter how good they sound.must
include a reference page in APA format.Be careful not to propose an approach that is more
appropriate to the study of psychology, biology, law, etc.You will need to concentrate on the
social factors relevant to understanding the problem you identify.follow the “Research
Paper Proposal” attachment as a guide to how the paper will be
structuredRubric:Identification of income inequality as a social problemApplication of
sociologic research and thoughtIdentifies and thoroughly discusses soci0ological relevant
causes, explanations, and potentially contributory social factors for income inequality as a
social; problem, drawing from the researchIdentification of proposed solutions, adequately
identifying proposed solutions to income inequalityAdequacy of work, work is
appropriately thorough, detailed, and accurate for a final research paper in
sociologyTransparency: accurately cites and refers to sources (No Plagiarism)