public Health

What is the smokeless tobacco? How it has gained popularity among teens over the course of years. What potential harm can it cause? Topic. An important component of this course is the research paper.  Select a topic pertinent to Public Health in America.  Write an 8-12 page paper that will include at least 4-6 evidence/research-based references (no Wikipedia!), an abstract, a graph or chart (data) if applicable to your topic ( should not take up more than ¼ of a page).

Your research paper may include (if applicable to your topic) the following information:

· Historical Perspective/Background information on your topic

· Population affected

· Environmental issues

· Epidemiological Research

· Data Use

· Morbidity & Mortality Patterns

· Public Health issues & interventions

· Medical Response

· Prehospital (if applicable)

· Hospital

· Other

· Government response

· Local vs. State vs. Federal

· Economic Factors/Issues

· Media Coverage/Communication Issues

· Logistical Issues

· What worked – what didn’t - why

· Aftermath

· Lessons Learned

The research paper should include an introduction of the topic, a body in which the topic is developed and references cited, and a well-defined conclusion. I strongly recommend that you contact me with the topic of your paper before you begin your research. The topic you choose may be too broad or too narrow, and a discussion may help you to focus so that your learning will be maximized and your paper will be the best it can be.

The Final Paper must have a minimum of 10 pages for a Undergraduate level course (excluding the title, abstract, and reference pages). The paper must be typed, double-spaced with 1-inch margins in 12-point Times New Roman font with all references cited.  As always, Wikipedia, Wikianswers, and Answers.com are NOT academic/scholarly sources. Papers will be graded based on the following areas: Foundation and synthesis of knowledge, application of knowledge critical thinking, writing skills, use of computer technology and application, and organization of ideas and format

Final Paper/Project is due in the Assignment portion of the classroom by Sunday, 11:55 p.m. EST each week. Make sure you read and understand the directions and requirements for each Assignment. Please ensure you cite your references in APA format with a minimum of 5 references (You may use your textbook as a reference and you should have a minimum of 4 academic outside references including 2 peer-reviewed journal articles). Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin.