The research paper consists of an objective examination of a top from the perspectives of all four liberal arts breadth areas. It must be related to living in a global community. You may research some aspect of nursing in a country other than the United States. Or, you may focus on an aspect of nursing in the United States that has implications for the global community.The four breadth areas include: Area I: Art/Expression:
As part of a breadth of knowledge, students should have an understanding of and an appreciation for art in its many manifestations. The student should have a basic understanding of the various qualities inherent in any artistic expression and have the ability to discuss the nature and bases for aesthetic judgments. Along with this comes the ability to express oneself in a variety of domains, cognitive, affective or psychomotor. Expression is often revealed through communication in its various forms, including written, oral and interpersonal skills. It can also be demonstrated through other areas such as dance, music, art in its various representations, and creative writing. Examples are courses in Art/Music; Creative Writing, Composition; Dance; Foreign Language; Literature; and Oral, Interpersonal, Persuasive Communication. Courses not acceptable in this area are applied science courses such as welding, HVAC, word processing, etc.
Area II: Social/Civic
There is a body of knowledge usually associated with the social and behavioral sciences that each educated person needs to function effectively within relationships and to make a positive contribution to other persons and the social order. This area emphasizes the understanding of human behavior whether as individuals and/or groups. Examples are courses in Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, History, and Economics. Courses not acceptable in this area are computer networking and technology-related courses.
Area III: Science/Description
A basic understanding of science and technology enhances a person’s ability to function effectively in a variety of responsibilities — at home, at work, and as a citizen and participant in society. With an understanding of science, the ability to discuss the nature and purposes of science as a way of interacting with the world and one’s experience of it is broadened. Logic and certain methods of science allows one to describe reality through symbols, numbers, and other concepts leading to a greater clarity of awareness and increased problem-solving skills. Courses reported in this area should have elements that foster analysis, synthesis, and evaluation. Examples are courses in Accounting, Biological Sciences, computer languages, Health and Nutrition, Mathematics/Statistics/Logic, Physics/Chemistry. Courses not acceptable in this area are skills classes such as Introduction to Computers, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
Area IV: Value/Meaning
Socrates said that “the unexamined life is not worth living.” Ottawa University seeks to have each student confront values and demonstrate the ability to recognize and analyze values in a reflective and even creative way. Formal study in the broad area of Humanities usually applies in this area. Examples are courses in Art, Ethics, Cultural Studies, Ethnic Relations, Languages, Music/Dance/Literature, Philosophy, and Religion.
Where there are questions the faculty or a sub-committee of the faculty makes the appropriate determination. Nor is it assumed that every course a student has taken must fit under one of the breadth areas.
Globalization Globalization refers to the worldwide phenomenon of technological, economic, political and cultural exchanges, brought about by modern communication, transportation, and legal infrastructure as well as the political choice to consciously open cross-border links in international trade and finance. It is a term used to describe how places and human beings are becoming more intertwined with each other around the world economically, politically, and culturally. Although these globalization links are not new, they are more pervasive than ever before. The formatting requirements for the paper are as follows:
- The length of the paper will vary from student to student, but in general, the paper (Review of the Literature, which is the main body of the paper) should be between 8 and 10 pages. This length does not include the title page or the references.
- Cite at least 8 different references (no more than 5 years old), at least 5 of which need to be peer-reviewed articles from scholarly journals.
- The final version must reflect acceptable spelling and grammar and be written in APA 7th edition format in Times New Roman 12-point font with 1″ margins. More specific guidelines for the paper is provided in this link for a template.
- Include APA style title page and references page.