Research paper will be graded on the following key criteria:
– Deep analysis of the selected topic – It is expected that students will perform extensive research, and conduct deep analysis in their selected topic area.
– You must include both popular (found through Google search) and scholarly literature (generally found through search of Google scholar, web of science etc., and includes peer-reviewed publications)
– Critical reflection – After researching what other literature says on the topic, it is expected that the student will provide a critical reflection on their research findings, and present their own views/position on the topic.
– Real World Examples – Research Paper will provide real world examples.
– Professional report – The report should be presented in a professional manner, and should contain correct grammar and spellings.
– Good references and bibliography.

Format of the Research Paper: In terms of technical requirements and format, all Research Papers
must:
(i) be double spaced;
(ii) be left justified with one inch margins;
(iii) be numbered on the bottom right corner;
(iv) use 12-point Times New Roman font for the main body and 10-point Times New Roman
font for the footnotes;
(v) contain proper citations
(vi) use direct URL references whenever possible or practicable;
(vii) contain footnotes rather than endnotes;
(viii) contain a bibliography of articles and other sources consulted;
(ix) comply with the Ethics Review Process (see below) if the Paper contains interaction with
human subjects, including, for example, questionnaires, surveys, interviews or
observation; and
(x) Maximum of 20 pages (double spaced), excluding references.