Week 6 Discussion
The video clip, The Baloney Detection Kit, this week discusses the ways an effective critical thinker assesses claims made by others. Examine some key reasons why people might seem attracted to pseudoscience-type claims.Describe at least two (2) such claims that you have heard people make and analyze the main reasons why such claims do or […]
agenda setting
Required ResourcesRead/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 11 Whitman Cobb, W. N. (2020). Political science today (1st ed.). Washington, DC: Sage, CQ Press.LessonMinimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)Initial Post InstructionsAgenda setting can be a difficult task in government. Why? Who do you consider an important agenda setter in […]
Marijuana myths, marijuana facts: A review of the scientific evidence
Recognizing marijuana is here to stay, the book provides reliable information aboutmarijuana’s effects on people. The authors recognize that marijuana policies and personaldecisions about marijuana use should be based on scientific evidence. Discuss pros and cons.
Current event free and fair trade budgetary
Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Chapter 10Lesson Whitman Cobb, W. N. (2020). Political science today (1st ed.). Washington, DC: Sage, CQ Press.Citation and Writing Assistance: Writing Papers At CU (Links to an external site.)Library Overview (Links to an external site.)How to Search for Articles – the Everything Tab (Links to an external […]
Marijuana
Marijuana and medicine: Discuss Public opinion on the medical value of marijuana has been sharply divided. Some dismiss medical marijuana as a hoax that exploits our natural compassion for the sick; others claim itis a uniquely soothing medicine that has been withheld from patients