Your Final Paper should include a problem statement or description of the social problem you have selected, a discussion of the scope and consequences of the problem, and an assessment of society’s responses to the problem (including public policies and other less formal responses). Papers should also present a clearly reasoned alternative that is supported by scholarly research.

While the following example can be modified to suit your needs, using this outline as a guide will likely result in a high quality final paper:
-Title
-Describe the social problem.
-Explain why this problem qualifies as a social problem.
-Indicate the sociological theory or theories that may explain this social problem.
-Discuss the individual and social implications of this problem. Your discussion of implications should be supported by accurate research data.
-Summarize what social science experts have to say about this social problem. Are their conclusions methodologically sound?
-Explain what we, as a society, have done about this problem, considering public policies and other less formal responses.
-Explain how well societal efforts to solve the social problem are working.
-Describe an alternative.
-Discuss why the alternative is, or can be, an effective response to the problem. Remember to consider negative consequences of the alternative response.
-Conclude with reflections and thoughts about your chosen social problem.
-References

Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
-Must be five to seven double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
-Must include a title page with the following:
-Title of paper
-Student’s name
-Course name and number
-Instructor’s name
-Date submitted
-Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
-Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
-Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
-Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
-Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.