Research+Paper+Outline


 * Introduction:** Suggestions
 * Describe an example situation where the problem was at the forefront
 * Describe a possible outcome if the problem is not addressed
 * Describe a place with a similar issue and what the result was
 * **LAST SENTENCE IN THE INTRODUCTION: Thesis**: (//Insert problem//) is a major issue in society and is caused by //(insert causes)// with major effects like //(insert an effect)// and society needs to solve this problem before it becomes completely devastating.


 * Background**: Answer the following questions in two paragraphs.
 * **First Paragraph**
 * What is the problem?
 * Why is it a problem?
 * How long has it been an issue?
 * What has been done in the past to combat the problem?
 * **Second Paragraph**
 * What is the current status of the problem?
 * What are the current tactics to combat the issue?
 * What are the statistics of the issue? (ex "1 out of 4 people contract an STD by the time they are 25)
 * Causes**: Answer the following questions in two paragraphs
 * **First Paragraph**
 * What are the major causes of the issue?
 * Examples: Ignorance about cultures causes racism etc.
 * What are important dates or facts about the causes of the issue?
 * **Second Paragraph**
 * Who contributes to the continuance of the issue?
 * What contributes to the continuance of the issue?
 * Propose a "why" this issue is caused.


 * Effects:** Answering the following questions in two paragraphs
 * **First Paragraph**
 * What are the major effects of the issue?
 * What are the minor effects of the issue?
 * Who/What is effected?
 * **Second Paragraph**
 * What could happen if the issue is not addressed?
 * Why is this issue pertinent to the reader?
 * Why should the reader pay attention to the issue?


 * Proposed Solution:** Describe a Possible Solution to the issue in two paragraphs
 * First Paragraph
 * What solutions have been attempted in the past?
 * What worked?
 * What didn't work?
 * What are other countries/places/people currently trying to do to combat the issue?
 * Second Paragraph
 * What should be done?
 * Why would this work?
 * What will be the outcome of the solution?
 * Who would benefit from solving the problem?
 * Conclusion**:
 * Restate Thesis
 * Summarize the problem into one sentence
 * Summarize the cause into one sentence
 * Summarize the effects into one sentence
 * Summarize the proposed solution into one sentence