1. Using the Rasmussen College library (online database) for all resources, find a topic you feel is suitable (real world, everyday life) for a brief 2-3 page research paper, and compose an annotated bibliography (not the entire paper) of 100 word annotations from a minimum of five resources from credible academic databases or eBooks. Be sure to employ APA method of documentation.

 Write a one page analysis of the document provided here following the steps of the writing process, as well as showing the thesis of the article, the main points that support that thesis, and your own response and reaction to the author’s point of view and how it is presented. Do this in complete paragraphs using correct formal English that has been revised, proofed, and edited to show good form. 

 Counterpoint: Addressing Climate Change Requires a Cool-Headed, Gradual Response Thesis While climate change is an issue that needs to be solved, alarmism over human-generated climate change is counterproductive to solving the problem. The United States should instead focus on slower changes to create long-term solutions. Talking Points • While most scientists are in agreement about the need to curb climate change, there are opposing views about how to make those changes. • Climate alarmism can lead to eco-anxiety and an overreaction that could harm rather than help reduce climate change. • Immediate action is financially irresponsible and takes focus and funding away from more pressing global issues. Summary Climate alarmists use statistics about increasing carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere to argue that immediate action needs to be taken, otherwise the planet will be unrecognizable by 2030 and could lead to a decimated population by 2050. These statements, which are spread through media outlets and social media platforms, have caused eco-anxiety among a wide range of the younger population, as reported by environmental writer Michael Shellenberger in a Forbes opinion piece. While climate alarmists are trying to call people to action, experts state that this rhetoric can actually have the opposite effect, causing people to believe that it is already too late to correct climate change and that the youngest generations will be inheriting an unfixable earth. Shellenberger argues that these apocalyptic views are not only exaggerated, but that alarmism does more psychological harm than environmental good. Instead of immediate action and alarmist rhetoric, critics believe a slower, and more thought-out process would be beneficial to curbing climate change. Those who disapprove of drastic climate action argue that current plans are expensive, yet will not provide the changes necessary to create a real impact. As climate activism critic Bjorn Lomborg explained for Forbes, “The cost would vastly outweigh the benefit to the extent that each dollar spent will avoid just 11¢ of global climate damage.” Lomborg further argued that such spending would be better used for more immediate problems, like funding vaccinations or investing in solving poverty and food shortages. Supporters of a gradual response to climate change argue that a smarter way to tackle this problem is to invest in current green initiatives, including green energy suppliers like solar and wind energy, and phase out the use of fossil fuels. These long-term investments will work to battle climate change, while remaining fiscally responsible. In addition, constant progress in technologies, such as improvements in manufacturing, alternative energy sources, and cleaner burning automobiles all help to make lowering our greenhouse gasses a realistic option without taking drastic, immediate action. Ponder This • The author has presented the fundamental positions for this perspective in the debate. Outline the strengths and weaknesses of each perspective. • If asked to begin forming an argument for this position, what sources would you need to build your case? What fundamental information do you need? What opinion leaders in this debate would you look to in solidifying your argument? • What are the weakest aspects of the position outlined by the author? How might those weaker arguments help you prepare a counter argument? • What additional Talking Points could you add to support this position? Bibliography “Climate Change.” Environmental Protection Agency, United States, 22 Oct. 2021, www.epa.gov/climatechange. Accessed 3 Dec. 2021. Lomborg, Bjorn. “Pressing Pause in Climate Alarmism in Favor of Smarter Solutions.” Forbes, 20 May 2021, www.forbes.com/sites/bjornlomborg/2021/05/20/ pressing-pause-in-climate-alarmism-in-favor-ofsmarter-solutions/?sh=fc73e35529a2. Accessed 2 Dec. 2021.  Copyright © EBSCO Information Services, Inc. • All Rights Reserved Page 1 

Depression 

Depression is a common psychiatric disorder in children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. Primary care providers, not mental health professionals, treat most patients with symptoms of depression. Persons who are depressed have feelings of sadness, loneliness, irritability, worthlessness, hopelessness, agitation, and guilt that may be accompanied by an array of physical symptoms as well as substance abuse. Identifying patients with depression and substance abuse can be difficult in busy primary care settings where time is limited, but certain depression/substance abuse screening tools may help diagnose the disorder.

Discuss a screening tool that can be used in the primary care setting that can help with the identification of patients with depression and or substance abuse. What is your responsibility as a primary care provider to this patient once a disorder has been identified?

My first reaction to the memoir is a sadden one, that kids think they are supposed to be a dumb version from everyone else, just because of their heritage or because the world tells them they have to be. This should not be the world we live in, but it’s the reality of it. He stated in his words that “We were Indian children who were expected to be stupid. Most lived up to those expectations inside the classroom but subverted them on the outside.” I am amazed that the author did not let that deter him from learning to read and not be like his peers or what everybody expected him to be. I oved that h decided to change his live to fit what he wanted and not the world.

My own story of learning is kind of the same, we as African Americans they think we are not smart, or we only suppose to be dead or in jail. The statistics of us is bad, but I choose to be different from that level. Going back to school is showing me that no matter what I can be what I choose to be and not what they world portray me as. I have always wanted to learn how to play the guitar and people always laughed and said my kind was not supposed to be playing guitars, but I didn’t let that stop me from learning. So, I took classes and got a guitar and learned everything I know by myself.

In the Ted talk by Jiabao Li “Art that reveals how technology frames reality,” she states “Take the glasses I usually wear, for example. These have become part of the way I ordinarily experience my surroundings. I barely notice them, even though they are constantly framing reality for me. The technology I am talking about is designed to do the same thing: change what we see and think but go unnoticed.” I too wear glasses on a regular basis and sometimes I do not notice them on my face. My glasses are a step for me to see the world around me the way everybody else sees it. Without my glasses I see the world the way I would see it, a blur. Technology plays a huge factor I our lives, without it kids will lose their minds lol. Technology shows us things that we can’t see every day, it gives an insight of things around the world

An important part of any first course is reflecting on what the start of your educational journey means while defining your goals and how you plan to achieve them.  Considering the reasons you enrolled in this university, your place in it and the world, and how you’ll function as a human who will learn in a virtual university, are important to your success. 

Writing is a process, not a one-time event. This week is an opportunity to further reflect on the last six weeks by adding onto, revising and proofreading the rough draft you began in Week 4.  Strong writers know that the proofreading and editing involved in revising their work is crucial to producing their best final draft. You’ll be practicing these skills as you finalize your own draft of the Reflection Assignment.