research your topic and write a one (to one and a half) page, single-spaced essay on your topic. Become a mini-expert on your topic. You need to cite at least three sources of information other than your textbook. (You may use MLA or APA citation style to cite your sources.) Summarize your research findings so that your fellow students are introduced to the topic and gain a general understanding of the topic from the essay that you will post for the class to read. The purpose of this assignment is for the class to learn about a number of issues that families face in a short period of time. You are teaching the rest of the class your topic. Make sure that your research is sound. This is a research assignment so be careful to focus on the research. You’ll peak our interest if you tell us why you personally chose the topic, but be careful not to use this assignment just to relay personal stories or experiences. The best way to think of it is to consider that the person reading your essay knows nothing about your topic except the knowledge that you are providing. What are the most critical things that they need to know about your topic?