Choose a topic of interest in the area of adolescent literacy.  Conduct research of the topic using peer-reviewed journals or web-sites supported by professional organizations recognized in the field of literacy.  Summarize and discuss your research in a minimum of 3 pages (pages 2, 3 and 4), 12-inch font, double spaced paper.  Provide a bibliography (page 5) and a cover page (page 1). 

Suggested topics:

The challenge of motivation for adolescent learners

Closing the gap in reading for adolescent learners

The importance of professional development in literacy for content area teachers

Other…