Our everyday lives are filled with problems to be solved. On our commutes to work and college, there is often too much traffic and public transportation may be unreliable or expensive. At work, we may struggle to attract new customers, to improve a flawed product or service we offer, or to contain costs. In our neighborhoods, we may notice that public spaces like parks are neglected and that needed services are lacking. In our families, we may find that our children are struggling at school, or that relatives are suffering from diseases that ought to be preventable.

One of the best ways to make positive change is to write about the problem and offer possible solutions that can be enacted by leaders or communities. This is precisely what you’ll be doing in this writing assignment. This week, you will submit your final problem-solution essay.

Basic Essay Requirements

Length: It should be at least 1,500 words.

Sources: At least five high-quality sources must be cited in text in your essay.

Format: This essay will be written in APA style. Use the APA essay template provided in the Files area.