Final Paper

You are required to write an in-depth critique paper (no longer than 6 pages, single-spaced) of a journal article (theoretical and/or empirical studies) on a course-related topic, which is of interest to you. Your choice of a journal article requires your instructor’s approval.  You can find relevant articles by searching the PsycINFO and/or the PsycArticles database. [For questions or assistance on accessing the Pace University Library Resources, go to http://library.pace.edu]

Your final paper should be a review or critique of an academic or professional journal article in psychology published within the last 5 years. The structure of the paper should be as follows:

I.    Cite the Journal Article
Example: Arnett, J. J. (2008). The neglected 95%: Why American psychology needs to become less American. American Psychologist, 63, 602-614.

II.     Summary of the Journal Article [1 – 2 pages]

III.     Critique/Review [3 – 4 pages]
[This is primarily opinion-based, but you are also expected to demonstrate your knowledge of psychology by using the concepts and terms covered in the textbook. Citing references is encouraged but not required.]

IV. Implications for Psychology [1-page]
[What may be the potential relevance of this article on the field of psychology? In other words, comment/discuss the extent to which the constructs and/or findings in the article apply to society/cultures/nations/communities/individuals.]