In this course, we have examined many topics related to gender and society (soci

In this course, we have examined many topics related to gender and society (socialization, media, health, deviance, family, workplace, etc.). The research paper should show a comprehension and analysis of the course readings and course objectives. The weekly readings and sociological theories should serve as a beginning point for your paper and should be incorporated in the assignment.
For the research paper, you will need to select a topic of interest that is related to gender and society. Incorporate related, scholarly materials (minimum of 5 sources) into your analysis. You will select a topic that interests you and provide a critical analysis of the topic and it’s relevance in contemporary society.
As you complete the research paper, assess your assignment. It should include:
1. A descriiption of your topic and its relevance to the course
2. The background of your topic
3. The connection to course materials and related theories.
4. Critical analysis
a. Provide in-depth analysis of the topic (for example, analyzing factors that contribute to the wage gap)
b. Discuss the relationship between gender and your selected topic
c. Provide a conclusion with summary of findings
Potential topics include (but are not limited to):
· Sexism in the Media
· Parental Leave in the Workplace
· The Gender Pay Gap
· Violence Against Women
· The Feminist Movement
· Gender and Body Image
· Sexual harassment
Instructions for assignment:
Paper should be 5+ pages in length, not including the title page & references
Follow APA-formatting guidelines
Include a References page.
Include section headings where needed
Review assignment before submitting for spelling, sentence structure, writing, and grammatical errors.
Paper should be written in your own words (include proper APA-formatted citations for any referenced materials).