Discussion 2

This discussion will integrate knowing how to use literature to support claims and opinions.

There are many controversial points surrounding drug use. It is important to be able to support your opinion with research and clearly communicate your findings. This will help you to challenge biases you may have as well as prove your point is not just an opinion. Most of us know illegal drug use is bad for the human condition. This assignment will help you to learn to PROVE your opinions.

You will be the researcher to find “proof” for an addiction claim.

Then you will work with a peer to find more proof for another misinformation claim.

Use the module pages on how to support opinions on how to prove points in writing-both essays and presentations. Knowledge is power in health so have fun learning to be a health detective!!

Objectives

Interpret credible public health data sources to find statistical and epidemiological data on the incidence and prevalence of substance use, misuse, abuse, and dependency. (Obj 6)

Preparation: Extra Tips for Organized Writing

Not sure how to use references to support your work?

Make sure you paid attention to How to Support Your Work in the Misinformation section, You will be expected to support all facts and claims. This will make your work stronger and earn you better grades her and in other classes! Here is some review of writing skills.

Supporting Opinions Gives Our Words Power! It also helps us to know we are saying is true!

Assignment Instructions

STEP 1: Pick ONE of the myth topics in the page in this module as a thesis.
This MUST be in your first sentence. For example “(Myth you chose) is not true.”
STEP 2: Find two acceptable reference sources to support the chosen thesis with facts.
STEP 3: Write a post with the format: thesis>support x2 >conclusion. It should look similar to my Post. With this format, there must be at least 4 sentences. If you copy this into AI, include your Olympic experience. Edit later for accuracy.
STEP 4: YOU MUST Include two properly written references (APA style).
STEP 5: Reply to a peer with a fact for their myth and include proper referencing.

Peer Response Details

You must respond to at least one classmate. This will be worth 6 points of your total grade. Find a myth that is NOT the one you chose. Look up a fact to support the claim that you choose to reply to. Share that fact with your peer and the reference.

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Canvas Guides (Optional Help!)

Here are some Canvas guides you can use to help you submit your assignment.

Requirements:

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