ENGLISH 3
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Persuasive Topics
Here are the approved topics for the persuasive essay. You do not have to select one from your own program of study, but if you select a topic that is not on the list, you must first get approval from your course faculty member.
Business/Technology
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Cryptocurrencies will/will not have a negative impact on our economy
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Impact of technology (AI, machine learning) in the workplace will/will not have a major effect on employment
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Workplace diversity training programs are/are not effective
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Transferable or soft skills are/are not essential for entrepreneurial success
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Emotional intelligence is/is not necessary for success in business
Early Childhood Education
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Childcare professionals should be/not be required to complete training in trauma-informed care
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Early childhood education programs should emphasize/not emphasize play activity
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The Montessori Method is/is not beneficial for learning
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Methods for reducing bullying in schools should/ should not start in early childhood
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Required standardized tests are/are not the best method for assessing childhood learning
Justice Studies
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Video evidence gathered from police body camera and dash-cams should/should not be released to the public
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Gender equity is/is not a major issue in criminal justice employment
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Privatizing prisons will/will not make the system more efficient
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Participation in restorative justice programs does/does not reduce recidivism among juvenile offenders
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Systemic discrimination has/has not led to disparities in the criminal justice system
Tech and Design
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It is/is not ethical to manipulate photography used in published work.
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Overuse of technology (phone, video games, social media, etc.) is/is not an addiction
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The digital divide is/is not a major issue in technology and design
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Teens who spend more time on social media are/are not more likely to suffer anxiety and/or depression
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Marketing of videogames should/should not be subject to parental control
Health Sciences and Nursing
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Healthcare delivery in telehealth is/is not effective
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Clinical simulation is/is not the best future option for clinical education
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Prescription substance abuse or the current opioid crisis needs/does not need to be addressed
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Unhealthy diet is/is not the main reason behind the onset of chronic illnesses
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Veterans do/do not receive the appropriate help and support when they return from service