Topic
Choose a social or cultural phenomenon or aspect of Chinese contemporary society (since
1949) that you are interested in as your research topic. The topic should be broadly related to the
issues or themes that are discussed in our class. Examination and explanation of recent changes
in specific social and cultural domains or practices are highly recommended. All students should
discuss their topic with the TA before the actual writing.
Structure
The paper (1) must have a title that captures its central theme and (2) should consist of at
least three parts:
An introduction that briefly presents the phenomenon or issue examined in the paper, and
the key arguments or central points made in the paper. The introduction should clarify the
paper’s contribution to a current scholarly or popular conversation on the phenomenon.
The main body of the paper should provide a more detailed account and analysis of the
chosen issue by incorporating insights (a) by authors whom you have read in this class,
(b) from additional scholarly works you read for this paper, and (c) from primary “ not,
generally speaking scholarly materials that you find and which are relevant to the topic.
Examples of the latter include: media stories, novels, films, blog posts, advertisements,
artworks, commercial products, transcripts and videos of speeches and events, etcetera.
A conclusion that summarizes the main ideas presented in the paper and implications of
your discussion for understanding contemporary Chinese culture, economy, and society.
The entire paper should
be 6-8 pages (double-spaced). The main text, NOT including the
references and notes, should be no less than 6 pages. That is, 1500-200 words in the text.
You should separate the above three parts of your paper into titled sections.
Format
The paper must be typed and printed on white paper with one-inch margins on all 4 sides.
Double-space everything except for your list of references and footnotes/endnotes (Either
form of notation is acceptable). Please number all the pages, and include your name and
student ID on the first page of the paper. Staple in upper left corner.
References
The paper should cite at least 2 books and 3 journal articles pertinent to your topic. At
least 3 citations must be sources other than the required reading materials of the course.
! Final paper is due (in class):
November 30! Plan ahead: late papers cannot be accepted!
Intro template: (as reference)
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