Select a topic for research and writing. Your instructor must approve whatever topic you select before you begin any work. Your topic must be specific and sufficiently narrowly-tailored to be approved. Your paper must focus on the topic as it relates to "public employment". Below are broad sample topics, which could be used to narrow down a more specific research topic. You are not restricted to these topics. Employee use of social media Discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation Collective bargaining Outsourcing, contracting and/or part-time employment Immigration and employment Pay and benefits Whistleblowing Performance management Training and employee development Employee safety and health Workplace violence Right of privacy Equal pay Provide a brief summary of the topic and include a link to one source (article, book, etc.) that inspired you to decide on this topic. Include a brief summary of one emerging issue related to the topic. Requirements: 150 words minimum, plus link to source