The synthesis paper is based on a healthcare topic of your choice. It is in APA format and was completed over several modules. The following components will be included in the paper:
- Title page, page #s
- Abstract
- Body
- Introduction paragraph with thesis statement
- Literature Review section
- Introductory paragraph explaining search parameters and databases used
- At least 7 paragraphs, but no more than 12.
- At least nine scholarly sources (6 scholarly articles and 3 websites)
- Not simply annotations, but an essay that flows from point to point
- Discussion section
- Two to five paragraphs that apply the literature review to your topic, drawing conclusions and supporting the thesis statement
- May contain practice examples
- Conclusion
- One to two paragraphs that support and finalize the thesis argument
- Reference page
- 6 scholarly articles and 3 websites
- Annotated bibliography
- Must contain at least 6 scholarly articles and 3 websites
- Must contain annotations
Assignment Expectations
Length: Submit entire completed paper: Approximately 6-12 pages
Structure: Entire shell components with all sections completed and corrected
References: At minimum a total of 9 sources total for full points (6 scholarly articles and 3 websites) formatted in APA style in the reference section and annotated bibliography, and citations in body of the text
