Hate Crime/Violence Data Discussion
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Jun 8 - Jun 14
Must post first.
I have randomly assigned you (click on the link to find the topic you are assigned*) one of the following topics to research:
A. Hate Crimes against People who are not Cisgender (People who are Transgender and Gender Queer) in the US
B. Violence Against Women in the US (Sexual Assault/Rape)
C. Suicide Rates of Men in the US
D. Hate Crimes against Gays and Lesbians in the US
*If you were assigned a topic that, for personal reasons, you are not comfortable researching and would like to choose one of the other topics available, contact me.
Here is what you are tasked to do:
- Using our library database, research recent data (this year if possible) on the topic you are assigned (see: Hate Crimes/Violence Topics Assigned). If you need help finding an article, contact the librarian.
- Write two paragraphs--one that summarizes and one that critically analyzes the information that you found.*
- For the summary, consider: What are the numbers? What time frame do they consider? Any specific regions mentioned?
- For the critical analysis consider: why do you think this type of violence/hate crime exists? What is your reaction to it?
- At the bottom, provide a link to the article.
Post your information here (Discussion).
*To write a successful summary/critical analysis, you should first understand what the terms mean:
A summary is a clearly written and arranged paraphrasing of the original text. The summary/definition should not include your opinion, but rather just a restatement (in your own words) of the information. Your summary should be concise (saying the most you can say in few words), and be an accurate retelling of the information, highlighting the main points of what you read.
A critical analysis is your opinion about the results. To critically analyze the topic, remember to look at the item from all angles. What is your reaction to the information? Why? Explain your opinion/reaction.
Respond to at least two classmates' posts with well thought-out responses that move the discussion forward. I encourage you to ask questions/answer questions to create a dialogue.
Each weekly discussion topic (initial post and responses) is worth a total of 10 points. However, in order to receive credit for these posts, you must fulfill the following requirements:
- You must attach the article to your initial post (If your article is from a news source that provides a link, you can upload the link. Just make sure there is no subscription requirement to access it.)
- You must post your initial response to the posted discussion board question(s) by 11:30 p.m. Thursday. In addition, you must reply to at least two other students' posts by 11:30 p.m. Sunday. Note: You will typically NOT see other students' posts until AFTER you post your initial response.
- Initial posts should be a minimum of 150 words. Be concise/avoid unnecessary words just to complete the minimum requirement. Type your word count at the end of your initial posts.
- Reply posts should be a minimum of 50 words each. Be concise/avoid unnecessary words just to complete the minimum word requirement. Your replies should advance the discussion with your thoughts, ideas, and question(s). Type your word count at the end of every reply post.
- When possible, your discussion posts should incorporate concepts or key terms from the assigned lectures and/or readings of the textbook to demonstrate your learning and understanding of the assigned chapter's content.
- Misuse of the discussion boards will not be tolerated.
Tip: Type your discussions in Word and then copy and paste them to the discussion board. Word will allow you check the word count that you are required to post with every discussion.
NOTE: You will have to submit your initial post prior to seeing others' posts. If you do not see their posts, check back at a later time (you may have been the first to post).
REMINDER: As per the course syllabus, discussions cannot be submitted late.
You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads