Final Research Paper (APA 7th Edition)
Purpose of the final paper
The final paper should revise and expand the two rough drafts into a polished academic research essay. The goal is to demonstrate:
- Deep engagement with the research topic
- Integration of scholarly sources
- Clear argumentative structure
- Reflection on my personal experience connected to research
- Proper academic citation and formatting in APA 7th edition
The enclosed draft must move beyond drafts by improving clarity, adding analysis, and strengthening the argument.
1. Purpose
- Polish and expand previous rough drafts into a final essay.
- Demonstrate research engagement and scholarly source integration.
- Maintain clear argumentative structure and personal reflection.
- Adhere to strict APA 7th edition formatting.
2. Core Argument
- Thesis: High-achieving students with impostor syndrome develop a fear of failure based on self-deception.
- Focus: Explain how psychological factors reinforce each other and cause internal doubt despite outward success.
3. Required Structure
- Title Page: Includes title, name, university, course, professor, and date.
- Abstract: 150250 word summary of topic, question, argument, sources, and conclusion.
- Introduction: Provides context on impostor syndrome, includes personal WAEC narrative, and ends with the thesis statement.
- Literature Review: Analyzes sources (Westland & Shinebourne, King & Cooley, etc.) to connect research to the thesis.
- Analysis Section: Evaluates self-deception, achievement orientation, and perfectionism using evidence and reflection.
- Personal Reflection: Connects the WAEC story to academic failure and social pressure through an analytical lens.
- Discussion: Explores broader impacts on mental health, academic culture, and burnout.
- Conclusion: Restates thesis, summarizes findings, and suggests future research without adding new sources.
4. Source Integration
- Smoothly integrate multiple scholarly sources into sentences.
- Use APA in-text citations for all borrowed information.
- Avoid long quotes or dropping citations without analysis.
5. Formatting Standards
- Font: 12-point Times New Roman.
- Spacing: Double spaced.
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides.
- Page Numbers: Top right corner.
- Headings: Follow APA hierarchical structure.
- References: Full citations for every source used.
6. Writing Expectations
- Argument Clarity: Consistently support the central thesis.
- Organization: Ensure logical flow between paragraphs.
- Critical Thinking: Explain the significance of the research.
- Revision: Improve clarity, transitions, and depth from previous drafts.
7. Final Submission Components
- Expected Length: 68 pages (excluding title and references).
- Required Files: Title page, Abstract, Full essay, and Reference page.
NO AI, NO USE OF AI, NO USE OF CHATGPT OR ANY OTHER AI TOOLS

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