A central theme of this course is the “end of isolation” which our textbook describes in relationship to technology, politics, military, culture, and society. At times, the ending of isolation has resulted of periods of tension and struggle. In this paper, you will select ONE of the following topics from the list below, and through the use of primary and secondary research, you will describe the historical context of each question and trace the significance of this issue over time from 1865 to the present. Assess the challenges involved in the ending of this isolation, as well as the key people involved in the struggles. Five academic resources must be referenced within the research paper, including two from the Ashford Online library, and one primary source, which should represent a significant aspect of your research through meaningful contribution to your analysis of the selected topic. .

Topic Choices
Please select one of the following questions as the focus:

• How have African-Americans worked to end segregation, discrimination, and isolation to attain equality and civil rights?
• In what ways has technology ended the physical and intellectual isolation of Americans?
• How have wars and political ideologies resulted in the transition from an isolationist foreign policy in America to one in which the nation is now a global superpower? 
• While women once had few life options beyond isolation in the domestic sphere, what historical developments presented new opportunities for women in society?
• In contrast to the ending of isolation, in what ways did Native Americans experience the transition from freedom to isolation? How have they struggled to overcome this isolation? 

1. Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
   • Title of paper
   • Student’s name
   • Course name and number
   • Instructor’s name
   • Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least five scholarly resources
7. Must document all sources in APA style
8. Must include a separate reference page