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    – 2 years ago **files (1)** – ## 304_Assignment2.docx **## 304_Assignment2.docx** | | | — | | **Cancer Public Service Announcement Project**<br>The local chapter of the American Cancer Society has learned that you are taking a Cancer Biology college course and have asked you to help them develop…

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    | **Cancer Public  Service  Announcement Project**<br>The local chapter of the American Cancer Society has learned that you are taking a Cancer Biology college course and have asked you to help them develop a public service announcement. The goal of the announcement is to educate the general public on the biology of one specific type of cancer and to encourage people to get screened, look for signs themselves, or implement lifestyle changes that will reduce their chance of developing that specific type of cancer. <br>In this multi-step assignment, you will throughout the semester create a public service announcement brochure, article, poster, video, podcast, or narrated presentation.   <br>If you choose a video, podcast, or narrated presentation, you must also include a written script as part of your presentation. If a presentation or video is uploaded to YouTube (unlisted); you can download an automatically generated transcript – see more information below.  <br>This assignment addresses the following course outcomes: <br>· Identify properties involved in maintaining homeostasis in order to recognize how certain factors contribute to cancer.<br>· Recognize the complexity of cancer and assess current approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment in order to adopt appropriate lifestyle strategies.<br>· Apply knowledge of causes, development, and progression of cancer to ask questions and make informed decisions about personal and public health. |
    | **Step 3:  Submit an Outline Week 5**<br>The outline should be in alphanumeric format with numbers for the main sections and letters for the sublevels under each main section/level (the outline should not be a draft with full sentences and paragraphs). The more tiers/levels and supportive details you include in the outline, the more you will likely benefit from the feedback.    <br>Include at least one numbered main tier/level for each of the required sections of the service announcement (introduction, genetic/environmental factors, development/progression, screening/diagnosis/treatment, public health, conclusion). Include enough lettered sublevels for each main tier/level to clearly outline what you plan to include in each section. Depending on the section, enough sublevels for each main level may vary, for some two may be enough, and for others, you may include five or more. You may also include additional levels of supportive detail when that is beneficial.     <br>If you would like feedback on the images you plan to use. you can include them in the outline document as well (Optional).  <br>Here are some resources that you may find helpful when writing your outline:   <br>[How to Build an Alphanumeric Outline](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAAgVKNtZJE) (video)  <br> <br>· UMGC (2021) Prewriting and Outlining. <br>[Prewriting and Outlining](https://www.umgc.edu/current-students/learning-resources/writing-center/writing-resources/prewriting/prewriting-and-outlining)<br>· UMGC (2021) Online Guide to Writing. <br>[Using Your Outline as a Note and Research Trap](https://www.umgc.edu/current-students/learning-resources/writing-center/online-guide-to-writing/tutorial/chapter2/ch2-11.html)<br>Example (the number of levels and sublevels below each main level/section will vary):   <br>1. Introduction  <br>1. <br>A. first item or topic that will be covered in the introduction <br>B. second item/topic  <br>etc.  <br>2. Genetic and Environmental Factors  <br>1. <br>A. first item/topic  <br>1. supportive detail<br>2. supportive detail  <br>etc.  <br>B. second item/topic  <br>1. supportive detail<br>2. supportive detail  <br>etc.   <br>**_Important:_** If you use a <br>**Generative AI tool** to assist you with this assignment, it must be acknowledged. Please review the statement about Generative AI use under Academic Policies in the syllabus, and the <br>[UMGC Artificial Intelligence Guide](https://libguides.umgc.edu/artificial-intelligence), especially in regard to the importance of acknowledgement and citation. The large majority of your assignment must be your own work, and any Gen AI output incorporated into the assignment must be cited as such. An important aspect of responsible AI use, and academic integrity, is honesty. Your own voice, your own thoughts, and supportive detail from each of the information sources cited, should be evident throughout all your submitted work. |
    | **Due in Week 7**(included for required information needed when preparing the outline): <br> <br>**Step 4: Submit Public Service Announcement**<br>Regardless of the chosen format, your public service announcement should contain the following information:  <br>· Introduction: Share a few statistics about the chosen type of cancer and introduce what will be covered.   <br>· Describe the known genetic and environmental factors that cause this type of cancer. Include details about genes, inherited and spontaneous mutations, proteins, hormones, and known carcinogens that are involved with the development of this type of cancer.  <br>· Using your knowledge of cancer cell and tissue biology, describe the development and progression of this type of cancer.  <br>· Discuss the current approach for screening, diagnosis, and treatment for this type of cancer. Include either an explanation of how one type of treatment works at the cellular level or discuss an emerging innovative approach to treatment.  <br>· Discuss what can be done from a public health perspective, and from an individual perspective, to reduce the risks associated with the development of this type of cancer.  <br>· Conclusion <br>· A minimum of 5 informative and relevant images are required, regardless of the chosen format. More than 5 is fine. These images should be referred to in the text and/or narration and should be explained as needed. Include the source below each image (just the url is enough). See suggestion for type of images under Step 2. <br>· References in <br>[APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples). <br> <br>· Length Requirement: 1200-1800 words  (for the article, brochure, or narration transcript – fewer words on the slides themselves for the presentation option). <br>· Mechanics and organization of content will account for 10% of the assignment grade. <br>Your announcement should be fully paraphrased in your own words, with your own writing style, and structure. Changing just a few words in a sentence is not fully paraphrasing. <br>Use in-text citations within your assignment and a reference list at the end. Text from outside sources either needs to be fully paraphrased in your own writing style (in-text citation is still needed), or needs quotation marks around the copied text, plus an in-text citation after. There should be a minimal need for direct quotes in this assignment (less than 10%).<br>Remember that your audience is the public. Although you may be using some technical information resources you should explain everything so that people who have not completed BIOL 304, or attended college, can understand it.  <br>**Submit** your public service announcement to the assignment folder by the due date listed in the syllabus.  <br> <br>**Submission formats:**<br>· Submit a narrated presentation as an unlisted YouTube link (see instructions below), and a written transcript in a Word document.   <br>· Submit a popular science article or a scientific brochure as a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file.   <br>**Turnitin:** The originality of your assignment will be checked with Turnitin. Please review the originality report, and if needed, submit a revised assignment before the submission deadline. <br> <br>If you need help accessing and understanding the Turnitin Report, please use this resource:  <br>[UMGC Turnitin FAQ](https://libguides.umgc.edu/turnitin-students) |

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    | **Cancer Public  Service  Announcement Project**<br>The local chapter of the American Cancer Society has learned that you are taking a Cancer Biology college course and have asked you to help them develop a public service announcement. The goal of the announcement is to educate the general public on the biology of one specific type of cancer and to encourage people to get screened, look for signs themselves, or implement lifestyle changes that will reduce their chance of developing that specific type of cancer. <br>In this multi-step assignment, you will throughout the semester create a public service announcement brochure, article, poster, video, podcast, or narrated presentation.   <br>If you choose a video, podcast, or narrated presentation, you must also include a written script as part of your presentation. If a presentation or video is uploaded to YouTube (unlisted); you can download an automatically generated transcript – see more information below.  <br>This assignment addresses the following course outcomes: <br>· Identify properties involved in maintaining homeostasis in order to recognize how certain factors contribute to cancer.<br>· Recognize the complexity of cancer and assess current approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment in order to adopt appropriate lifestyle strategies.<br>· Apply knowledge of causes, development, and progression of cancer to ask questions and make informed decisions about personal and public health. |
    | **Step 3:  Submit an Outline Week 5**<br>The outline should be in alphanumeric format with numbers for the main sections and letters for the sublevels under each main section/level (the outline should not be a draft with full sentences and paragraphs). The more tiers/levels and supportive details you include in the outline, the more you will likely benefit from the feedback.    <br>Include at least one numbered main tier/level for each of the required sections of the service announcement (introduction, genetic/environmental factors, development/progression, screening/diagnosis/treatment, public health, conclusion). Include enough lettered sublevels for each main tier/level to clearly outline what you plan to include in each section. Depending on the section, enough sublevels for each main level may vary, for some two may be enough, and for others, you may include five or more. You may also include additional levels of supportive detail when that is beneficial.     <br>If you would like feedback on the images you plan to use. you can include them in the outline document as well (Optional).  <br>Here are some resources that you may find helpful when writing your outline:   <br>[How to Build an Alphanumeric Outline](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAAgVKNtZJE) (video)  <br> <br>· UMGC (2021) Prewriting and Outlining. <br>[Prewriting and Outlining](https://www.umgc.edu/current-students/learning-resources/writing-center/writing-resources/prewriting/prewriting-and-outlining)<br>· UMGC (2021) Online Guide to Writing. <br>[Using Your Outline as a Note and Research Trap](https://www.umgc.edu/current-students/learning-resources/writing-center/online-guide-to-writing/tutorial/chapter2/ch2-11.html)<br>Example (the number of levels and sublevels below each main level/section will vary):   <br>1. Introduction  <br>1. <br>A. first item or topic that will be covered in the introduction <br>B. second item/topic  <br>etc.  <br>2. Genetic and Environmental Factors  <br>1. <br>A. first item/topic  <br>1. supportive detail<br>2. supportive detail  <br>etc.  <br>B. second item/topic  <br>1. supportive detail<br>2. supportive detail  <br>etc.   <br>**_Important:_** If you use a <br>**Generative AI tool** to assist you with this assignment, it must be acknowledged. Please review the statement about Generative AI use under Academic Policies in the syllabus, and the <br>[UMGC Artificial Intelligence Guide](https://libguides.umgc.edu/artificial-intelligence), especially in regard to the importance of acknowledgement and citation. The large majority of your assignment must be your own work, and any Gen AI output incorporated into the assignment must be cited as such. An important aspect of responsible AI use, and academic integrity, is honesty. Your own voice, your own thoughts, and supportive detail from each of the information sources cited, should be evident throughout all your submitted work. |
    | **Due in Week 7**(included for required information needed when preparing the outline): <br> <br>**Step 4: Submit Public Service Announcement**<br>Regardless of the chosen format, your public service announcement should contain the following information:  <br>· Introduction: Share a few statistics about the chosen type of cancer and introduce what will be covered.   <br>· Describe the known genetic and environmental factors that cause this type of cancer. Include details about genes, inherited and spontaneous mutations, proteins, hormones, and known carcinogens that are involved with the development of this type of cancer.  <br>· Using your knowledge of cancer cell and tissue biology, describe the development and progression of this type of cancer.  <br>· Discuss the current approach for screening, diagnosis, and treatment for this type of cancer. Include either an explanation of how one type of treatment works at the cellular level or discuss an emerging innovative approach to treatment.  <br>· Discuss what can be done from a public health perspective, and from an individual perspective, to reduce the risks associated with the development of this type of cancer.  <br>· Conclusion <br>· A minimum of 5 informative and relevant images are required, regardless of the chosen format. More than 5 is fine. These images should be referred to in the text and/or narration and should be explained as needed. Include the source below each image (just the url is enough). See suggestion for type of images under Step 2. <br>· References in <br>[APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples). <br> <br>· Length Requirement: 1200-1800 words  (for the article, brochure, or narration transcript – fewer words on the slides themselves for the presentation option). <br>· Mechanics and organization of content will account for 10% of the assignment grade. <br>Your announcement should be fully paraphrased in your own words, with your own writing style, and structure. Changing just a few words in a sentence is not fully paraphrasing. <br>Use in-text citations within your assignment and a reference list at the end. Text from outside sources either needs to be fully paraphrased in your own writing style (in-text citation is still needed), or needs quotation marks around the copied text, plus an in-text citation after. There should be a minimal need for direct quotes in this assignment (less than 10%).<br>Remember that your audience is the public. Although you may be using some technical information resources you should explain everything so that people who have not completed BIOL 304, or attended college, can understand it.  <br>**Submit** your public service announcement to the assignment folder by the due date listed in the syllabus.  <br> <br>**Submission formats:**<br>· Submit a narrated presentation as an unlisted YouTube link (see instructions below), and a written transcript in a Word document.   <br>· Submit a popular science article or a scientific brochure as a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file.   <br>**Turnitin:** The originality of your assignment will be checked with Turnitin. Please review the originality report, and if needed, submit a revised assignment before the submission deadline. <br> <br>If you need help accessing and understanding the Turnitin Report, please use this resource:  <br>[UMGC Turnitin FAQ](https://libguides.umgc.edu/turnitin-students) |

  • [Solved] Week4-7 Discussion

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    – 2 years ago **files (1)** – ## Week4Discussion-7_320.docx **## Week4Discussion-7_320.docx** **Week 4 Discussion: Drug Testing** The prevalence of substance abuse among the populations of developed countries is at an all-time high. Each drug class has unique physical and psychological side effect…

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    **Week 4 Discussion: Drug Testing**

    The prevalence of substance abuse among the populations of developed countries is at an all-time high. Each drug class has unique physical and psychological side effects. Such effects all too often lead to injury and/or death due to functional impairments or the effects of overdose.

    Please discuss the physiologic and psychologic side effects of the following drugs:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name begins with…** | **…discuss the effects of:** |
    | A – F | long-term opioid abuse |
    | G – K | long-term amphetamine abuse |
    | L – P | long-term cocaine abuse |
    | Q-Z | carbon monoxide exposure |

    Comment on how the individual may present when evaluated by a trained Drug Recognition Expert. Also, comment on one confirmatory test that can be used to demonstrate the presence of the substance in the live suspect.

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain your assigned drug.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    In addition to citing at least one credible outside source, you also need to make at least one connection to the assigned Week 4 Learning Resources in your main response. In-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) are required.

    [**Week 5 Discussion: PCR Amplification**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907623/View)

    In this discussion, we will take a closer look at the process of PCR amplification. The amount of DNA evidence that might be available at the crime scene is often insufficient to conduct DNA testing. That is where PCR amplification comes in.

    In your main response, describe how PCR amplification was used to solve the case, and also discuss the advantages and limitations of using PCR amplification.

    According to the first letter in your last name, find a case, and describe how PCR amplification was used to solve that specific case:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **… describe how PCR amplification was used in a specific case where….** |
    | A – H | … an unknown cause of death was resolved. |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain how PCR amplification helped solve the case.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    [**Week 6 Discussion – The OJ Simpson Case**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907624/View)

    Years ago, the OJ Simpson trial was televised to the entire country virtually every day. The court was in session and there was considerable discussion about how the evidence was handled both at the crime scene and after its collection at that location. There were missteps in the process of documenting, collecting, transporting, and storing crucial evidence.

    According to the first letter in your last name, research and write about one of the instances where the improper handling of the evidence cast doubt about its admissibility in the OJ Simpson trial:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **…… choose and write about one problem in the Simpson case that occurred:** |
    | A – E | … in the chain of custody. |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain the issue.

    Include the name of the issue in the title of your discussion post. Try your best to choose an issue not yet described by one of the other students. If you do choose the same issue, make sure you use a different information source and contribute new information.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    In addition to citing at least one credible outside source, you also need to make at least one connection to the assigned Week 6 Learning Resources in your main response. In-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) are required.

    [**Week 7 Discussion – Eyewitness Testimonies**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907625/View)

    Part of the reading for week 7 involves a discussion of effective courtroom testimony.

    The testimony from expert witnesses has to be presented in a manner that is clear, based on facts and science, and can stand up to close examination by both the plaintiff's and defendant's attorneys.

    The determination of innocence or guilt can also rest on the testimony of eyewitnesses who can be called to testify during the proceedings.

    Please discuss one reason why eyewitness testimony can actually be inaccurate even though the witness who is providing it, is convinced that it is true.

    According to the first letter in your last name, research and write about the role of the eyewitness(es) in one specific case from the assigned decade.

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **…choose a criminal case from the following decade:** |
    | A – G | 1990s |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain the role of the eyewitness in the chosen case.

    Include the name of the case in the title of your discussion post. Try your best to choose a case not yet described by one of the other students. If you do choose the same case, make sure you use a different information source and contribute new information.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    **## Week4Discussion-7_320.docx**

    **Week 4 Discussion: Drug Testing**

    The prevalence of substance abuse among the populations of developed countries is at an all-time high. Each drug class has unique physical and psychological side effects. Such effects all too often lead to injury and/or death due to functional impairments or the effects of overdose.

    Please discuss the physiologic and psychologic side effects of the following drugs:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name begins with…** | **…discuss the effects of:** |
    | A – F | long-term opioid abuse |
    | G – K | long-term amphetamine abuse |
    | L – P | long-term cocaine abuse |
    | Q-Z | carbon monoxide exposure |

    Comment on how the individual may present when evaluated by a trained Drug Recognition Expert. Also, comment on one confirmatory test that can be used to demonstrate the presence of the substance in the live suspect.

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain your assigned drug.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    In addition to citing at least one credible outside source, you also need to make at least one connection to the assigned Week 4 Learning Resources in your main response. In-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) are required.

    [**Week 5 Discussion: PCR Amplification**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907623/View)

    In this discussion, we will take a closer look at the process of PCR amplification. The amount of DNA evidence that might be available at the crime scene is often insufficient to conduct DNA testing. That is where PCR amplification comes in.

    In your main response, describe how PCR amplification was used to solve the case, and also discuss the advantages and limitations of using PCR amplification.

    According to the first letter in your last name, find a case, and describe how PCR amplification was used to solve that specific case:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **… describe how PCR amplification was used in a specific case where….** |
    | A – H | … an unknown cause of death was resolved. |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain how PCR amplification helped solve the case.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    [**Week 6 Discussion – The OJ Simpson Case**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907624/View)

    Years ago, the OJ Simpson trial was televised to the entire country virtually every day. The court was in session and there was considerable discussion about how the evidence was handled both at the crime scene and after its collection at that location. There were missteps in the process of documenting, collecting, transporting, and storing crucial evidence.

    According to the first letter in your last name, research and write about one of the instances where the improper handling of the evidence cast doubt about its admissibility in the OJ Simpson trial:

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **…… choose and write about one problem in the Simpson case that occurred:** |
    | A – E | … in the chain of custody. |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain the issue.

    Include the name of the issue in the title of your discussion post. Try your best to choose an issue not yet described by one of the other students. If you do choose the same issue, make sure you use a different information source and contribute new information.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

    In addition to citing at least one credible outside source, you also need to make at least one connection to the assigned Week 6 Learning Resources in your main response. In-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) are required.

    [**Week 7 Discussion – Eyewitness Testimonies**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1364095/discussions/topics/4907625/View)

    Part of the reading for week 7 involves a discussion of effective courtroom testimony.

    The testimony from expert witnesses has to be presented in a manner that is clear, based on facts and science, and can stand up to close examination by both the plaintiff's and defendant's attorneys.

    The determination of innocence or guilt can also rest on the testimony of eyewitnesses who can be called to testify during the proceedings.

    Please discuss one reason why eyewitness testimony can actually be inaccurate even though the witness who is providing it, is convinced that it is true.

    According to the first letter in your last name, research and write about the role of the eyewitness(es) in one specific case from the assigned decade.

    | | |
    | — | — |
    | **If your last name starts with the letter…** | **…choose a criminal case from the following decade:** |
    | A – G | 1990s |

    Do a
    [library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home) and/or web search to find at least one
    [credible information source](https://libguides.umgc.edu/credibility) and use that to explain the role of the eyewitness in the chosen case.

    Include the name of the case in the title of your discussion post. Try your best to choose a case not yet described by one of the other students. If you do choose the same case, make sure you use a different information source and contribute new information.

    Your main post should be at least 150 words.

  • [Solved] Week 4- 7 _ 304

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    – 2 years ago **files (2)** – ## Week5Discussion-Week8_304.docx – ## Week4Discussion_304.docx **## Week5Discussion-Week8_304.docx** **Week 5 Discussion** Contains unread posts Ends Feb 11 · Choose one oncogene or one cancer-promoting gene that is described in this week's reading. Include a refere…

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    **Week 5 Discussion**

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 11

    ·

    Choose one oncogene or one cancer-promoting gene that is described in this week's reading. Include a reference to that source in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Choose one gene that has not yet been described by other students and use the name of the gene as the title of your post.

    1. In your own words, briefly describe how a protein is produced from this gene, what the role of that protein is, and how it relates to mitosis and cancer. If you need additional resources to do so, remember to include references.

    2. Then search the
    [Science Daily](https://www.sciencedaily.com/) website,
    [the UMGC library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home), or
    [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/) to find one article that is relevant to the gene you are describing. Share one interesting thing you learned from this article. Include a reference to the resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts,** asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, and/or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the gene's function and importance, as well as the mechanism of its loss of function?  Why or why not?

    [**Week 6 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863750/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 18

    ·

    Must post first.

    Routine cancer screenings are recommended by physicians and medical practitioners to inform patients who might have pre-dispositions or early signs of cancer.

    Choose one of the screenings described in this week's learning resources. Include a reference to at least one course resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    1. In a couple of sentences, explain the screening method and the type of cancer it detects.

    2. Search for one or more videos, newspaper articles, magazine articles, or scholarly articles about this screening method. Describe what you learned from this resource and discuss the pros and cons of the screening method.  Include a citation in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Reply to at least two other students' posts, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the pros and cons of this screening method? Why or why not?

    [**Week 7 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863751/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 25

    ·

    Must post first.

    1. Based on everything you have learned in this course, and your own lifestyle, do you think you will make any changes to reduce your chance of being diagnosed with cancer? If so, which specific changes will you make and why? Reference at least one course learning resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    2. As we've learned over the past several weeks cancer isn't just one disease. Each person's cancer is unique and therefore understanding what makes their cancer unique can help doctors create a treatment plan that's more personalized for them. In a few sentences, discuss how precise personalized medicine and molecular targeted therapy may be more efficient treatment options than traditional treatments. In your research for the public service announcement project, did you learn anything about personalized medicine being used to treat that specific type of cancer? If so, please include a brief description.

    Use in-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) for all information sources used.

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts**, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with their proposed changes to lifestyle and/or their thoughts on personalized medicine? Why or why not?

    week 8

    [**Step 5 – Refection Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863752/View)

    Ends Mar 4

    ·

    Must post first.

    **Step 5: Reflection  Discussion (3%)  –  Week 8**

    Write a brief summary of what you learned from the public service announcement assignment, highlighting the top 3 most interesting things you learned, and what you found most challenging.

    Also, do you believe that this project, along with the course readings, quizzes and weekly discussions helped you achieve the 3 course outcomes?  Explain with at least one example.

    · Identify properties involved in maintaining homeostasis in order to recognize how certain factors contribute to cancer.

    · Recognize the complexity of cancer and assess current approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment in order to adopt appropriate lifestyle strategies.

    · Apply knowledge of causes, development, and progression of cancer to ask questions and make informed decisions about personal and public health.

    You are welcome to share your assignment, or parts of it, with the class in your response, but you are not required to do so.

    **## Week4Discussion_304.docx**

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    | |
    | [**Week 4 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863747/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**In your main response, address the following questions:**<br>**1. Which risk factor that can lead to cancer, and that you learned about from the learning resources this week, was most surprising or concerning to you?  What types of cancers are associated with this risk factor? Include at least one reference to one of this week's learning resources.**<br>**2. Then watch one (1) of the following videos and answer all the questions below the chosen video:**<br>**First Choice:** [**Protecting Americans From Danger in the Drinking Water**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tadJai_SC4I)<br>· <br>**Which person(s) in this video do you believe, or side with, based on the information presented?**<br>· <br>**What are your thoughts on the map of Chromium-6 sites shown at minute 3:44?**<br>· <br>**Are there any sites close to where you currently live or have lived in the past?**<br>· <br>**Are you aware of the presence of any other carcinogens in the drinking water or soil where you live?**<br>· <br>**How can you find that type of information?**<br>**Second Choice:** [**16×9 – Cancer Crusader: Sandra Steingraber**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3cwAVIxGcw)<br>· <br>**Was the type of cancer that Sandra Steingraber and many of her family members were diagnosed with likely caused by genetics or environmental factors?**<br>· <br>**Which facts and data support this?**<br>· <br>**What did you learn about the way chemicals are tested and regulated in the US?  Surprised? Concerned?**<br>· <br>**How can you find information about the safety of the products you use?**<br>**Use in-text citations and full references in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **for all information sources used.**<br>**Reply to at least two classmates' posts. Ask thought-provoking questions, add additional information, and/or correct mistakes or misconceptions. Do you share their opinions and/or concerns about carcinogens? Why or why not?**<br>**You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads** | | | |
    | [**Step 2 – Finding Information Sources and Images Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863748/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**1. Review the** [**Is My Source Credible?**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/libhow/credibility.cfm) **site from the UMGC library.**<br>**2. Locate three (3) reliable information sources that you may use for your project that provide information about your chosen type of cancer as it relates to carcinogens, genetics factors, screening, and/or treatment options.**<br>· <br>**One of the three sources must be a peer-reviewed scholarly article. If you need help identifying and finding peer-reviewed scholarly articles, see** [**this site**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/articles) **from the UMGC Library.**<br>· <br>**Choose a few keywords (suggestions: name of cancer and one of the following: carcinogens, genes, genetics, screening, treatment) and enter them into the** [**UMGC's Library  One Search**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/index.cfm) **.**<br>· <br>**Consider using the "Ask a Librarian" option if you need help locating a relevant article.**<br>· <br>**You may also use other search engines like Google. Two of your sources could be websites, YouTube videos, textbook chapters, or non-scholarly articles.**<br>**3. Conduct a** [**Google Image search**](https://images.google.com/) **to identify 3 images that you may use for your presentation, article, or brochure. Images should be informative, not just decorative. Examples of images that can be used include graphs of disease statistics, cell/tissue images relevant to the disease, pathways artwork, and images related to screening and prevention. Copy and paste the images into your discussion post and include the URL to the source. Note: You will need a minimum of 5 images for the final public service announcement (Step 4).**<br>**4. Write a 100–200-word summary about why you believe these three sources are reliable, and why you believe they will be useful for your project.**<br>· <br>**Include references to the three information sources you describe in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **.**<br>· <br>**Submit your main response to the designated discussion topic by the due date listed in the syllabus.**<br>**5. Reply to at least two other students' posts. Your comments should include at least one reason why one or more of their resources may or may not be reliable, and at least one correction of an APA citation error. Also, please help each other find credible information sources, and relevant and informative images!**<br>**Note:**<br>**_You will likely need additional information sources for your project, and you are not required to use the three resources you found and described this week._** | | | |

    **## Week4Discussion_304.docx**

    | | | | |
    | — | — | — | — |
    | |
    | [**Week 4 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863747/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**In your main response, address the following questions:**<br>**1. Which risk factor that can lead to cancer, and that you learned about from the learning resources this week, was most surprising or concerning to you?  What types of cancers are associated with this risk factor? Include at least one reference to one of this week's learning resources.**<br>**2. Then watch one (1) of the following videos and answer all the questions below the chosen video:**<br>**First Choice:** [**Protecting Americans From Danger in the Drinking Water**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tadJai_SC4I)<br>· <br>**Which person(s) in this video do you believe, or side with, based on the information presented?**<br>· <br>**What are your thoughts on the map of Chromium-6 sites shown at minute 3:44?**<br>· <br>**Are there any sites close to where you currently live or have lived in the past?**<br>· <br>**Are you aware of the presence of any other carcinogens in the drinking water or soil where you live?**<br>· <br>**How can you find that type of information?**<br>**Second Choice:** [**16×9 – Cancer Crusader: Sandra Steingraber**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3cwAVIxGcw)<br>· <br>**Was the type of cancer that Sandra Steingraber and many of her family members were diagnosed with likely caused by genetics or environmental factors?**<br>· <br>**Which facts and data support this?**<br>· <br>**What did you learn about the way chemicals are tested and regulated in the US?  Surprised? Concerned?**<br>· <br>**How can you find information about the safety of the products you use?**<br>**Use in-text citations and full references in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **for all information sources used.**<br>**Reply to at least two classmates' posts. Ask thought-provoking questions, add additional information, and/or correct mistakes or misconceptions. Do you share their opinions and/or concerns about carcinogens? Why or why not?**<br>**You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads** | | | |
    | [**Step 2 – Finding Information Sources and Images Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863748/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**1. Review the** [**Is My Source Credible?**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/libhow/credibility.cfm) **site from the UMGC library.**<br>**2. Locate three (3) reliable information sources that you may use for your project that provide information about your chosen type of cancer as it relates to carcinogens, genetics factors, screening, and/or treatment options.**<br>· <br>**One of the three sources must be a peer-reviewed scholarly article. If you need help identifying and finding peer-reviewed scholarly articles, see** [**this site**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/articles) **from the UMGC Library.**<br>· <br>**Choose a few keywords (suggestions: name of cancer and one of the following: carcinogens, genes, genetics, screening, treatment) and enter them into the** [**UMGC's Library  One Search**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/index.cfm) **.**<br>· <br>**Consider using the "Ask a Librarian" option if you need help locating a relevant article.**<br>· <br>**You may also use other search engines like Google. Two of your sources could be websites, YouTube videos, textbook chapters, or non-scholarly articles.**<br>**3. Conduct a** [**Google Image search**](https://images.google.com/) **to identify 3 images that you may use for your presentation, article, or brochure. Images should be informative, not just decorative. Examples of images that can be used include graphs of disease statistics, cell/tissue images relevant to the disease, pathways artwork, and images related to screening and prevention. Copy and paste the images into your discussion post and include the URL to the source. Note: You will need a minimum of 5 images for the final public service announcement (Step 4).**<br>**4. Write a 100–200-word summary about why you believe these three sources are reliable, and why you believe they will be useful for your project.**<br>· <br>**Include references to the three information sources you describe in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **.**<br>· <br>**Submit your main response to the designated discussion topic by the due date listed in the syllabus.**<br>**5. Reply to at least two other students' posts. Your comments should include at least one reason why one or more of their resources may or may not be reliable, and at least one correction of an APA citation error. Also, please help each other find credible information sources, and relevant and informative images!**<br>**Note:**<br>**_You will likely need additional information sources for your project, and you are not required to use the three resources you found and described this week._** | | | |

    **## Week5Discussion-Week8_304.docx**

    **Week 5 Discussion**

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 11

    ·

    Choose one oncogene or one cancer-promoting gene that is described in this week's reading. Include a reference to that source in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Choose one gene that has not yet been described by other students and use the name of the gene as the title of your post.

    1. In your own words, briefly describe how a protein is produced from this gene, what the role of that protein is, and how it relates to mitosis and cancer. If you need additional resources to do so, remember to include references.

    2. Then search the
    [Science Daily](https://www.sciencedaily.com/) website,
    [the UMGC library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home), or
    [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/) to find one article that is relevant to the gene you are describing. Share one interesting thing you learned from this article. Include a reference to the resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts,** asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, and/or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the gene's function and importance, as well as the mechanism of its loss of function?  Why or why not?

    [**Week 6 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863750/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 18

    ·

    Must post first.

    Routine cancer screenings are recommended by physicians and medical practitioners to inform patients who might have pre-dispositions or early signs of cancer.

    Choose one of the screenings described in this week's learning resources. Include a reference to at least one course resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    1. In a couple of sentences, explain the screening method and the type of cancer it detects.

    2. Search for one or more videos, newspaper articles, magazine articles, or scholarly articles about this screening method. Describe what you learned from this resource and discuss the pros and cons of the screening method.  Include a citation in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Reply to at least two other students' posts, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the pros and cons of this screening method? Why or why not?

    [**Week 7 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863751/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 25

    ·

    Must post first.

    1. Based on everything you have learned in this course, and your own lifestyle, do you think you will make any changes to reduce your chance of being diagnosed with cancer? If so, which specific changes will you make and why? Reference at least one course learning resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    2. As we've learned over the past several weeks cancer isn't just one disease. Each person's cancer is unique and therefore understanding what makes their cancer unique can help doctors create a treatment plan that's more personalized for them. In a few sentences, discuss how precise personalized medicine and molecular targeted therapy may be more efficient treatment options than traditional treatments. In your research for the public service announcement project, did you learn anything about personalized medicine being used to treat that specific type of cancer? If so, please include a brief description.

    Use in-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) for all information sources used.

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts**, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with their proposed changes to lifestyle and/or their thoughts on personalized medicine? Why or why not?

    week 8

    [**Step 5 – Refection Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863752/View)

    Ends Mar 4

    ·

    Must post first.

    **Step 5: Reflection  Discussion (3%)  –  Week 8**

    Write a brief summary of what you learned from the public service announcement assignment, highlighting the top 3 most interesting things you learned, and what you found most challenging.

    Also, do you believe that this project, along with the course readings, quizzes and weekly discussions helped you achieve the 3 course outcomes?  Explain with at least one example.

    · Identify properties involved in maintaining homeostasis in order to recognize how certain factors contribute to cancer.

    · Recognize the complexity of cancer and assess current approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment in order to adopt appropriate lifestyle strategies.

    · Apply knowledge of causes, development, and progression of cancer to ask questions and make informed decisions about personal and public health.

    You are welcome to share your assignment, or parts of it, with the class in your response, but you are not required to do so.

    **## Week4Discussion_304.docx**

    | | | | |
    | — | — | — | — |
    | |
    | [**Week 4 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863747/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**In your main response, address the following questions:**<br>**1. Which risk factor that can lead to cancer, and that you learned about from the learning resources this week, was most surprising or concerning to you?  What types of cancers are associated with this risk factor? Include at least one reference to one of this week's learning resources.**<br>**2. Then watch one (1) of the following videos and answer all the questions below the chosen video:**<br>**First Choice:** [**Protecting Americans From Danger in the Drinking Water**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tadJai_SC4I)<br>· <br>**Which person(s) in this video do you believe, or side with, based on the information presented?**<br>· <br>**What are your thoughts on the map of Chromium-6 sites shown at minute 3:44?**<br>· <br>**Are there any sites close to where you currently live or have lived in the past?**<br>· <br>**Are you aware of the presence of any other carcinogens in the drinking water or soil where you live?**<br>· <br>**How can you find that type of information?**<br>**Second Choice:** [**16×9 – Cancer Crusader: Sandra Steingraber**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3cwAVIxGcw)<br>· <br>**Was the type of cancer that Sandra Steingraber and many of her family members were diagnosed with likely caused by genetics or environmental factors?**<br>· <br>**Which facts and data support this?**<br>· <br>**What did you learn about the way chemicals are tested and regulated in the US?  Surprised? Concerned?**<br>· <br>**How can you find information about the safety of the products you use?**<br>**Use in-text citations and full references in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **for all information sources used.**<br>**Reply to at least two classmates' posts. Ask thought-provoking questions, add additional information, and/or correct mistakes or misconceptions. Do you share their opinions and/or concerns about carcinogens? Why or why not?**<br>**You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads** | | | |
    | [**Step 2 – Finding Information Sources and Images Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863748/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**1. Review the** [**Is My Source Credible?**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/libhow/credibility.cfm) **site from the UMGC library.**<br>**2. Locate three (3) reliable information sources that you may use for your project that provide information about your chosen type of cancer as it relates to carcinogens, genetics factors, screening, and/or treatment options.**<br>· <br>**One of the three sources must be a peer-reviewed scholarly article. If you need help identifying and finding peer-reviewed scholarly articles, see** [**this site**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/articles) **from the UMGC Library.**<br>· <br>**Choose a few keywords (suggestions: name of cancer and one of the following: carcinogens, genes, genetics, screening, treatment) and enter them into the** [**UMGC's Library  One Search**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/index.cfm) **.**<br>· <br>**Consider using the "Ask a Librarian" option if you need help locating a relevant article.**<br>· <br>**You may also use other search engines like Google. Two of your sources could be websites, YouTube videos, textbook chapters, or non-scholarly articles.**<br>**3. Conduct a** [**Google Image search**](https://images.google.com/) **to identify 3 images that you may use for your presentation, article, or brochure. Images should be informative, not just decorative. Examples of images that can be used include graphs of disease statistics, cell/tissue images relevant to the disease, pathways artwork, and images related to screening and prevention. Copy and paste the images into your discussion post and include the URL to the source. Note: You will need a minimum of 5 images for the final public service announcement (Step 4).**<br>**4. Write a 100–200-word summary about why you believe these three sources are reliable, and why you believe they will be useful for your project.**<br>· <br>**Include references to the three information sources you describe in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **.**<br>· <br>**Submit your main response to the designated discussion topic by the due date listed in the syllabus.**<br>**5. Reply to at least two other students' posts. Your comments should include at least one reason why one or more of their resources may or may not be reliable, and at least one correction of an APA citation error. Also, please help each other find credible information sources, and relevant and informative images!**<br>**Note:**<br>**_You will likely need additional information sources for your project, and you are not required to use the three resources you found and described this week._** | | | |

    **## Week5Discussion-Week8_304.docx**

    **Week 5 Discussion**

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 11

    ·

    Choose one oncogene or one cancer-promoting gene that is described in this week's reading. Include a reference to that source in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Choose one gene that has not yet been described by other students and use the name of the gene as the title of your post.

    1. In your own words, briefly describe how a protein is produced from this gene, what the role of that protein is, and how it relates to mitosis and cancer. If you need additional resources to do so, remember to include references.

    2. Then search the
    [Science Daily](https://www.sciencedaily.com/) website,
    [the UMGC library](https://libguides.umgc.edu/home), or
    [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/) to find one article that is relevant to the gene you are describing. Share one interesting thing you learned from this article. Include a reference to the resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts,** asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, and/or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the gene's function and importance, as well as the mechanism of its loss of function?  Why or why not?

    [**Week 6 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863750/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 18

    ·

    Must post first.

    Routine cancer screenings are recommended by physicians and medical practitioners to inform patients who might have pre-dispositions or early signs of cancer.

    Choose one of the screenings described in this week's learning resources. Include a reference to at least one course resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    1. In a couple of sentences, explain the screening method and the type of cancer it detects.

    2. Search for one or more videos, newspaper articles, magazine articles, or scholarly articles about this screening method. Describe what you learned from this resource and discuss the pros and cons of the screening method.  Include a citation in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    Reply to at least two other students' posts, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with the information your classmate has posted regarding the pros and cons of this screening method? Why or why not?

    [**Week 7 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863751/View)

    Contains unread posts

    Ends Feb 25

    ·

    Must post first.

    1. Based on everything you have learned in this course, and your own lifestyle, do you think you will make any changes to reduce your chance of being diagnosed with cancer? If so, which specific changes will you make and why? Reference at least one course learning resource in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples).

    2. As we've learned over the past several weeks cancer isn't just one disease. Each person's cancer is unique and therefore understanding what makes their cancer unique can help doctors create a treatment plan that's more personalized for them. In a few sentences, discuss how precise personalized medicine and molecular targeted therapy may be more efficient treatment options than traditional treatments. In your research for the public service announcement project, did you learn anything about personalized medicine being used to treat that specific type of cancer? If so, please include a brief description.

    Use in-text citations and full references in
    [APA format](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) for all information sources used.

    **Reply to at least two other students' posts**, asking thought-provoking questions, adding new information, or correcting mistakes or misconceptions. Do you agree with their proposed changes to lifestyle and/or their thoughts on personalized medicine? Why or why not?

    week 8

    [**Step 5 – Refection Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863752/View)

    Ends Mar 4

    ·

    Must post first.

    **Step 5: Reflection  Discussion (3%)  –  Week 8**

    Write a brief summary of what you learned from the public service announcement assignment, highlighting the top 3 most interesting things you learned, and what you found most challenging.

    Also, do you believe that this project, along with the course readings, quizzes and weekly discussions helped you achieve the 3 course outcomes?  Explain with at least one example.

    · Identify properties involved in maintaining homeostasis in order to recognize how certain factors contribute to cancer.

    · Recognize the complexity of cancer and assess current approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment in order to adopt appropriate lifestyle strategies.

    · Apply knowledge of causes, development, and progression of cancer to ask questions and make informed decisions about personal and public health.

    You are welcome to share your assignment, or parts of it, with the class in your response, but you are not required to do so.

    **## Week4Discussion_304.docx**

    | | | | |
    | — | — | — | — |
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    | [**Week 4 Discussion**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863747/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**In your main response, address the following questions:**<br>**1. Which risk factor that can lead to cancer, and that you learned about from the learning resources this week, was most surprising or concerning to you?  What types of cancers are associated with this risk factor? Include at least one reference to one of this week's learning resources.**<br>**2. Then watch one (1) of the following videos and answer all the questions below the chosen video:**<br>**First Choice:** [**Protecting Americans From Danger in the Drinking Water**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tadJai_SC4I)<br>· <br>**Which person(s) in this video do you believe, or side with, based on the information presented?**<br>· <br>**What are your thoughts on the map of Chromium-6 sites shown at minute 3:44?**<br>· <br>**Are there any sites close to where you currently live or have lived in the past?**<br>· <br>**Are you aware of the presence of any other carcinogens in the drinking water or soil where you live?**<br>· <br>**How can you find that type of information?**<br>**Second Choice:** [**16×9 – Cancer Crusader: Sandra Steingraber**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3cwAVIxGcw)<br>· <br>**Was the type of cancer that Sandra Steingraber and many of her family members were diagnosed with likely caused by genetics or environmental factors?**<br>· <br>**Which facts and data support this?**<br>· <br>**What did you learn about the way chemicals are tested and regulated in the US?  Surprised? Concerned?**<br>· <br>**How can you find information about the safety of the products you use?**<br>**Use in-text citations and full references in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **for all information sources used.**<br>**Reply to at least two classmates' posts. Ask thought-provoking questions, add additional information, and/or correct mistakes or misconceptions. Do you share their opinions and/or concerns about carcinogens? Why or why not?**<br>**You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads** | | | |
    | [**Step 2 – Finding Information Sources and Images Discussion – Public Service Announcement Project**](https://learn.umgc.edu/d2l/le/1262208/discussions/topics/4863748/View)<br>**Contains unread posts**<br>**Ends Feb 4**<br>· <br>Must post first.<br>**1. Review the** [**Is My Source Credible?**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/libhow/credibility.cfm) **site from the UMGC library.**<br>**2. Locate three (3) reliable information sources that you may use for your project that provide information about your chosen type of cancer as it relates to carcinogens, genetics factors, screening, and/or treatment options.**<br>· <br>**One of the three sources must be a peer-reviewed scholarly article. If you need help identifying and finding peer-reviewed scholarly articles, see** [**this site**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/articles) **from the UMGC Library.**<br>· <br>**Choose a few keywords (suggestions: name of cancer and one of the following: carcinogens, genes, genetics, screening, treatment) and enter them into the** [**UMGC's Library  One Search**](https://sites.umgc.edu/library/index.cfm) **.**<br>· <br>**Consider using the "Ask a Librarian" option if you need help locating a relevant article.**<br>· <br>**You may also use other search engines like Google. Two of your sources could be websites, YouTube videos, textbook chapters, or non-scholarly articles.**<br>**3. Conduct a** [**Google Image search**](https://images.google.com/) **to identify 3 images that you may use for your presentation, article, or brochure. Images should be informative, not just decorative. Examples of images that can be used include graphs of disease statistics, cell/tissue images relevant to the disease, pathways artwork, and images related to screening and prevention. Copy and paste the images into your discussion post and include the URL to the source. Note: You will need a minimum of 5 images for the final public service announcement (Step 4).**<br>**4. Write a 100–200-word summary about why you believe these three sources are reliable, and why you believe they will be useful for your project.**<br>· <br>**Include references to the three information sources you describe in** [**APA format**](https://libguides.umgc.edu/apa-examples) **.**<br>· <br>**Submit your main response to the designated discussion topic by the due date listed in the syllabus.**<br>**5. Reply to at least two other students' posts. Your comments should include at least one reason why one or more of their resources may or may not be reliable, and at least one correction of an APA citation error. Also, please help each other find credible information sources, and relevant and informative images!**<br>**Note:**<br>**_You will likely need additional information sources for your project, and you are not required to use the three resources you found and described this week._** | | | |