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Psychology Question

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Psychology Question

Assignment Instruction:

Create an 8-10 slide PPT, or some other presentation, that accomplishes the following:

Choose an ethical issue that has at least two clear sides that you believe are important (such as banning books, using GMOs, illegal immigration, alternative energy, eating meat, artificial intelligence in schools, or any other moral matter). If you're unsure, be sure to check with your instructor. The Britannica ProCon site offers a great list of topics, but not all are "moral" issues.

Present research on the situation, making sure to clearly discuss both sides as much as possible. If there are no supporters for at least two sides, select a different topic. Just because you feel strongly about a topic does not mean it is suitable for this assignment.

Restate the main theories from your moral compass in week 3, then describe the stance this compass encourages on the issue. You don't have to use all of the theories you shared before, and you can replace them with new ones if they better support your position. Just make sure to explain why you changed your theories. (Remember, your instructor can easily see what you used in week 3). You only need to justify the position you support, not any others.

Include a proper citation on the slides or in the notes where the material was used and include a References/Works Cited slide (APA, MLA, or other system recognized by your school).

For example, say you want to discuss gender-neutral bathrooms in public buildings. First, gather research from sources that support their existence and from sources that oppose it. Then, revisit the components of your moral compass as outlined in the Week Three paper. Note that your moral compass may have evolved, and if so, include the new components. Lastly, clearly state your position (either they should or should not exist) and explain how your compass supports that stance.

Please keep these best practices in mind:

  • Proper PPTs should have bullets on the slide that are explained in the notes section (see the video on how to do this if you're unsure).
  • If you plan to narrate the presentation, include the transcript in the notes section (see PPT on how to insert audio if you're interested in trying that).
  • If you cannot access the notes section for any reason, refer to the attached PPT or contact your instructor.
  • Use art or other graphics, but be mindful of aesthetic appeal and color schemes.
  • Remember your audience (teacher). While you might spend a lot of time on a 20-minute presentation, most faculty members don’t have the time to watch or listen to it.
  • Similar to papers, clear citations must appear on the slide or in the notes to justify listing a resource as a reference

Submission Instructions:

  • An 8-10 slide PowerPoint Presentation
  • Must include a title slide and a references slide. These are not counted in the slide count

  • References

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