Purpose: The research assignment will require students to demonstrate a general understanding of the relationship between physical activity and h
Purpose: The research assignment will require students to demonstrate a general understanding of the relationship between physical activity and health. Specifically, students will focus on a particular component of physical activity, fitness, or wellness, and be required to incorporate relevant literature and research findings into a comprehensive, well-written assignment.
The research assignment must:
- Be DOUBLE SPACED, at least THREE FULL PAGES in length (no more than 5 pages in length)
- Use 12 point font of either Times New Roman or Calibri, 1” margins
- Include at least FOUR scholarly sources in addition to Healthy People 2030
- In-text citations & references should be provided in APA format. A separate “references” page should be included, that will not count towards the total page count.
- At least THREE Goals and/or Objectives from Healthy People 2030 and relevant to your topic must be addressed
- Focus on trends, data and/or experiences with the selected component of physical activity, fitness, or wellness is experienced, promoted, in the United States.
- Use good grammar and flow smoothly.
- Utilize APA format for in-text citations and references.
KNES 235: Foundations of Fitness and Wellness
RESEARCH PAPER
95 Points
Purpose: The research paper will require students to demonstrate a general understanding of the relationship between physical activity and health. Specifically, students will focus on a particular component of physical activity, fitness, or wellness, and be required to incorporate relevant literature and research findings into a comprehensive, well-written paper.
Guidelines:
Topic Selection:
· Every student in this course must have a unique research topic
· You must submit your research topic to the instructor per the deadline provided in the class
· You should submit THREE potential research topics and make clear which are your first choice, second choice, and third choice.
· The instructor will confirm your research topic with you
· Examples of potential topics are found on the last page of this document
The research paper must:
· Be DOUBLE SPACED, at least THREE FULL PAGES in length (no more than 5 pages in length)
· Use 12 point font of either Times New Roman or Calibri, 1” margins
· Include at least FOUR scholarly sources in addition to Healthy People 2030
· In-text citations & references should be provided in APA format. A separate “references” page should be included, that will not count towards the total page count.
· At least THREE Goals and/or Objectives from Healthy People 2030 and relevant to your topic must be addressed
· Focus on trends, data and/or experiences with the selected component of physical activity, fitness, or wellness is experienced, promoted, in the United States.
· Use good grammar and flow smoothly.
· Utilize APA format for in-text citations and references.
Rubric:
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Exemplary |
Proficient |
Satisfactory |
Needs Improvement |
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Formatting & Length Guidelines 20 points |
Paper is 3-5 pages in length, double spaced, with appropriate font & margins (20 pts) |
Paper is 3-5 pages in length, however other formatting guidelines were not followed (15 pts) |
Paper is just under 3 pages in length and/or moderate formatting problems (10 pts) |
Paper is not the appropriate length or has severe formatting problems (5 pts) |
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Sources, Citations, References 20 points |
Four sources + Healthy People 2030 are properly cited and referenced using APA format (20 pts) |
Four sources + Healthy People 2030 are included but there are some minor errors with citations or references (15 pts) |
Four sources + Healthy People 2030 are included but not properly cited/referenced (10 pts) |
Not enough sources included (5 pts) |
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American Trends, Data, and/or Experiences 20 points |
Paper focuses on trends, data, or experiences with the chosen topic specific to residents of the United States (20 pts) |
Paper presents a few trends, data, or experiences with the chosen topic specific to the United States (15 pts) |
Paper presents trends, data, or experiences with the chosen topic but not specific to the United States (10 pts) |
Paper does not explore trends, data, or experiences with the chosen topic (5 pts) |
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Healthy People 2030 20 points |
Three distinct yet relevant goals or objectives from Healthy People 2030 are addressed (20 pts) |
Two relevant goals or objectives from Healthy People 2030 are addressed (15 pts) |
One relevant goal or objective from Healthy People 2030 is addressed (10 pts) |
No goal or objective from Healthy People 2030 are addressed OR the goals/objectives included are not relevant to the selected topic (5 pts) |
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Grammar & Flow 15 points |
Paper is free from grammatical errors and easy to follow (15 pts) |
Paper has a few minor errors or flow issues (10 pts) |
Paper has moderate grammatical issues or paragraphs do not flow together (5 pts) |
Paper has substantial grammatical errors or is difficult to follow (0 pts) |
Potential Topics: You MAY select a topic(s) NOT on this list!
1. Hypokinetic (too little movement) Conditions, “How to resist”
2. Knowing your heredity, “family history, genetic predispositions”/ Genomics
3. Alternative or Homeopathic medicine
4. Physical activity and cancer, “prevention as well as treatment”
5. Type II Diabetes, “major impact on health care costs”
6. Physical activity and aging, “increase the years of healthy life
7. Healthier worksites, “building corporate fitness programs”
8. Urban planning, “promoting more active environments
9. Social media and health, “influence of advertising and commercials”
10. Exercise for obese youth
11. Gluten free diet
12. Paleo diet
13. Keto diet
14. Dangers of artificial colors, sweeteners, and flavors
15. Benefits of filtered and bottled water, “many varieties”
16. Exercise and brain health function, “preventing dementia”
17. Effectiveness of weight loss programs, “weight watchers, nutrisysytem, etc…”
18. Health effects of cigarette smoking
19. E-cigarettes and/or Hookah, “effects on health”
20. Alcohol, effects on health
21. Illegal Drugs, effects on health
22. Protection from sexually transmitted diseases and infections
23. Healthiest cities and states in the U.S.
24. Top leading causes of death in the United States
25. Exercise and heart disease prevention
26. Heat verses ice for injuries
27. Nutrition, My Plate. Gov guidelines
28. Impact of athletes using steroids on society
29. Video games promoting activity and health and fitness
30. Health effects of soda and other high sugar beverages on health
31. Health risks of energy drinks
32. Benefits of a vegetarian or vegan diet
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