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Critical analysis is a vital part of learning. The goal of this assignment is to help you practice

your skills in reading mainstream media articles and being able to critically evaluate it as a

source of information.

Instructions

Your analysis of the article should exhibit careful thought, logical reasoning and provide

evidence for your answers. Each post should be at least two well-developed paragraph

(approximately 4-6 sentences each minimum). Use correct spelling, punctuation, and

grammar.

Identify an article released by the mainstream media to the general public that discusses

HIV/AIDS. Example of an article is Botswana HIV Aids Deaths Decline (Links to an external

site.)Links to an external site..

1. Identify which levels of the Socioecologic Model are being addressed

2. Identify which levels of the Socioecologic Model not addressed

3. In what ways might this article lead to stigma and discrimination that places a person or

group at risk of contracting HIV/AIDS?

4. Provide a written opinion on the how this article positively, negatively, or even excludes

information that contributes to the stemming of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

• Any written assignment must be in the student’s voice. The use of lengthy quotes or lists

obtained from resources are not acceptable. If you feel you need to use quotes make sure

they are brief and in APA format.

Grading Criteria

• Opinion based in logical reasoning and evidence: 4 points

• Identified SEM levels (both addressed and not addressed): 2 points

• Length of post approximately 4-6 sentences or more: 2 points

• Spelling and grammar: 2 points

Rubric Mainstream Media and HIV

Mainstream Media and HIV

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is

linked to a

Learning

OutcomeLevels

of the

Socioecologic

Model addressed 5.0 pts Excellent

Response reveals a

solid

understanding of

all aspects of the

task; uses factual

and relevant

information; and

demonstrates full

development of

concepts. Refers

to and integrates

specific

information from

the websites in an

exceptional

manner. Fully

answers all parts

of the question.

4.0 pts

Very

Good

3.0 pts

Good

Response

adequately

addresses all or

most parts of the

question; limited

detail provided;

some thought

and/or

preparation

demonstrated.

Refers to and

adequately

integrates

information from

the websites.

2.0 pts

Fair

1.0 pts

Poor

Response does

not adequately

address all of the

questions posed

and

demonstrates

superficial

thought and

preparation.

Does not

adequately

integrate

specific

information

from the

websites.

Answer lacks

clarity and

structure.

0.0 pts

no

credit

5.0 pts

Mainstream Media and HIV

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is

linked to a

Learning

OutcomeLevels

of the

Socioecologic

Model NOT

addressed 5.0 pts

Excellent

Response reveals a

solid

understanding of

all aspects of the

task; uses factual

and relevant

information; and

demonstrates full

development of

concepts. Refers

to and integrates

specific

information from

the websites in an

exceptional

manner. Fully

answers all parts

of the question.

4.0 pts

Very

Good

3.0 pts

Good

Response

adequately

addresses all or

most parts of the

question; limited

detail provided;

some thought

and/or

preparation

demonstrated.

Refers to and

adequately

integrates

information from

the websites.

2.0 pts

Fair

1.0 pts

Poor

Response does

not adequately

address all of the

questions posed

and

demonstrates

superficial

thought and

preparation.

Does not

adequately

integrate

specific

information

from the

websites.

Answer lacks

clarity and

structure.

0.0 pts

no

credit

5.0 pts

Mainstream Media and HIV

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is

linked to a

Learning

OutcomeQuestion

3

10.0 pts

Excellent

Response reveals

a solid

understanding of

all aspects of the

task; uses factual

and relevant

information; and

demonstrates full

development of

concepts. Refers

to and integrates

specific

information

about the article's

impact on stigma

and

discrimination.

8.0 pts

Very

Good

6.0 pts

Good

Response

adequately

addresses all or

most parts of the

question; limited

detail provided;

some thought

and/or

preparation

demonstrated.

Refers to and

adequately

integrates

information

about the article's

impact on stigma

and

discrimination.

4.0 pts

Fair

2.0 pts

Poor

Response does

not adequately

address all of the

questions posed

and demonstrates

superficial

thought and

preparation. Does

not adequately

integrate specific

information about

the article's

impact on stigma

and

discrimination.

Answer lacks

clarity and

structure.

0.0 pts

no

credit

10.0 pts

Mainstream Media and HIV

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is

linked to a

Learning

OutcomeQuestion

4

10.0 pts

Excellent

Response reveals

a solid

understanding of

all aspects of the

task; uses factual

and relevant

information; and

demonstrates full

development of

concepts. Refers

to and integrates

specific evidence

about how the

article contributes

to the stemming

of the HIV/AIDS

epidemic. Fully

answers all parts

of the question.

8.0 pts

Very

Good

6.0 pts

Good

Response

adequately

addresses all or

most parts of the

question; limited

detail provided;

some thought

and/or

preparation

demonstrated.

Refers to and

adequately

integrates

evidence about

how the article

contributes to the

stemming of the

HIV/AIDS

epidemic.

4.0 pts

Fair

2.0 pts

Poor

Response does

not adequately

address all of the

questions posed

and

demonstrates

superficial

thought and

preparation.

Does not

adequately

integrate specific

evidence about

how the article

contributes to

the stemming of

the HIV/AIDS

epidemic.

Answer lacks

clarity and

structure.

0.0 pts

no

credit

10.0 pts

Total Points: 30.0