Review Paper #1

For each book you will write a review (approximately four pages not including cover page or references). Your review will include the following elements:

1. A critical examination of major themes, topics and ideas expressed in the book. This is not a retelling of the text. Analyze and synthesize the big ideas, thoughts, and concepts
2. A discussion of the relevance of the text to your profession. How does the content fit into the context of what you are learning.
3. Implications and conclusions related to your personal and professional development. Assess your take-aways and predict how you will use the knowledge as an effective practitioner in your field and/or citizen of the world.
4. Recommendations for future use. How would you recommend others use this text in professional and leadership settings. Be sure to provide a rationale for your recommendations.

All written assignments should conform to the APA-7 guidelines. Be sure to cite your sources including the text, additional course materials, or outside resources. You can visit the UMKC library for guidelines or go online (

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If you have a question about citing a source and cannot find a resource or want to confirm your citation, please ask. The UMKC Writing Center is also a fantastic resource for support. Headings are your friend and will help you organize your thinking and make sure you responded to all four prompts.

You will upload each book review as noted in the module and syllabus.

Book this assignment is about is: A Disability History of the United States by Kim E. Nielsen