status of women

Final Paper guidelines
The goal of this paper is to examine your understanding of the material taught in this class, so it is expected that you demonstrate critical thinking as part of this assignment.
For your final paper choose one of the following topics:

1.    Assess the status of women scientist, engineer & technology in U.S. or other country. Analyze the effects of the legal system, social norms on participation of women in this field. This could include numbers, comparison of men and women employed in this field, wage gap between men and women, challenges and opportunities that woman in these area faces today as their plan their careers. You may also emphasize special area of concern related to MSET.I also would like you to recommend some strategies that can improve women’s prospect in work environment as well as opening a path for future opportunities in your selected country.

Follow following guidelines:
Your report should be neat, free of grammatical errors and easy to follow.
1.    Your paper should be 8-10 pages long, double spaced using Time New Romans font size 12.
2.    You can use course readings/Power point slides.
3.    You must reference at least six resources other than course required readings.
4.    Adding statistical information may help in supporting your argument.
5.    Your header should include the title and author at top of each page.
6.    Your paper should include an introduction and have an end with conclusion section.
7.    Appropriate figures and tables could be included.
8.    Submit your paper in MS Word, or PDF only.
Grading system:                                     Points
1.    Originality, obviously your input in it, not copied                                       10
2.    Effort/interest showed, excellent preparation                                  15
3.    Good illustration/description, topic clearly explained & sharp writing                        15