The Research Paper Rough DraftThe purpose of this assignment is to draft and submit a comprehensive and complete rough draft of an APA research paper. Your rough draft should include all of the research paper elements of a final draft.Include the following in your 4–5 page (not including the required cover page or reference page) rough draft:HeadingsTitle pageAbstractPose the research question (introduction)Discuss the thesis/present the information and research /draw conclusions (body)Reference page with a minimum of three scholarly references and appropriately used in-text citations for eachBe sure to plan enough time for proofreading and editing. Use current APA style.Rubric/ Meets Expectations:Abstract :The abstract is a well formulated summary of the report that includes the following components: clear introductory sentence(s) with supporting evidence that guides the reader to the research question and thesis. It is succinct yet thorough, well written, and organized.Introduction:The introduction includes a clear thesis with a unique perspective. The writer eloquently presents the research question and the thesis. The reader has a clear understanding of the topic to be discussed.Content Body:Content is clear, thorough, and organized effectively. Main points well supported. Citations are expertly incorporated into the writing. Meets all the criteria of the written assignment.Discussion of Conclusions:There is a well-written, clear conclusion based on specific evidence and findings noted in the paper. Insightful and/or unique conclusions related to the thesis and research question are presented to the reader.Reference Page:Meets the required quality and number of sources. All sources referenced are cited correctly in the text of the paper.APA Style and Mechanics:The assignment consistently follows current APA Style and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.
