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Class,
Good morning. I hope each of you is well. I have had a few
questions regarding your upcoming outline assignment so I
wanted to provide a bit more information about that
assignment. The outline assignment is to help you set a
foundation for your final paper. By now, you have already
selected a topic which you began researching as part of your
annotated bibliography. You must select one of the topics
outlined in the assignment unless you have communicated with
me about a different topic.
I have attached a template you can use to get started on your
outline. Note that I borrowed the outline from another source
but have added to it to make it reflect better your assignment.
Where you see "Body of Paper 1," you can also replace that
with each of the topics that are required to be in the body of
your paper as described in the assignment.
Pay careful attention to the formatting of the outline,
particularly the references. They are in APA format. Also use
that as a guide as you find your own references and begin
formatting them correctly. Let me know if you have any
questions.
Sample Outline: Argumentative Paper on Obesity and
Government Intervention
I. Introduction
A. Thesis: An individual’s weight should be a governmental
concern because the medical costs associated with weight-
related issues cost taxpayer money, retailers of unhealthy food
need to be regulated, and children need to have better options
for diet and exercise made available to them. The author of this
paper plans to investigate the costs of obesity in the United
States and its impact on the healthcare system and why the U.S.
government should be concerned about the growing rate of

obesity.
II. Body of Paper 1: The medical cost associated with weight-
related issues has significantly contributed to individual taxes.
A. Supporting evidence: “…the costs of obesity arising from
individuals’ poor nutritional choices are borne by society as a
whole through taxes, lost productivity, and an overburdened
healthcare system. In 2008, the medical costs associated with
obesity and obesity-related illnesses totaled US $147 billion in
the United States” (Franck, Grandi, & Eisenberg, 2013, p.
1951).
1. Explanation: This quote demonstrates not only the connection
between obesity, medical costs, and increased taxes, but also
shows the exact dollar number costs from a fairly recent year.
2. So what? This quote supports the claim that weight-related
medical issues contribute to increased taxes for all taxpayers by
explaining the connection and demonstrating the high dollar
costs to show that this is a current problem affecting a
government process (taxation) and therefore could appropriately
be addressed by government intervention.
III. Body of Paper 2: Another reason that weight should be
considered a governmental issue is that the market for unhealthy
food in America has overtaken the general food market and the
government needs to actively curb the incentives to frequent
these establishments.
A. Supporting Evidence: “[M]eals are increasingly being
consumed outside the home, and these meals tend to be higher
in fat. A literal fat tax… theoretically would encourage
individuals to opt for low-fat or nonfat alternatives” (Franck et
al., 2013, p. 1950).
1. Explanation: This quote alludes to many of the main
problems with fast food consumption and explains what a fat tax
would attempt to do to curb the consumption of junk food.
2. So what? Showing that a fat tax would be able to curb
overconsumption of obesity-causing fast food demonstrates the
need for the government to impose such a thing.
IV. Body of Paper 3: There is widespread evidence that obesity

is a significant and costly public health problem. Affecting
over one third of the entire United States population, obesity
affects all races, ethnic groups, and genders (Caprio et al.,
2008).
1. Obesity and obesity-related conditions are estimated to result
in economic costs in excess of $149 billion at the national level,
making obesity a significant public health concern and financial
burden (Carpenter, Lovejoy, Lange, Hapgood, & Zbikowski,
2013; Kim & Basu, 2016).
V. Body of Paper 4: Finally, the government is responsible for
ensuring that children have access to healthy food and exercise
while in school.
A. Supporting Evidence: A connection between Michelle
Obama’s “Let’s Move!” campaign and a reduction in overall
childhood obesity across America has been demonstrated
(Tucker, 2013, p. 1).
1. Explanation: This information shows the effectiveness of
government-backed programs, with “Let’s Move!” as the
specific example.
2. So what? Demonstrating the effectiveness of “Let’s Move!”
campaign supports the concept of government involvement in
school food and exercise initiatives to help curb childhood
obesity and provide children with the foundation for
establishing healthy habits.
VI. Conclusion: Obesity among American men, women, and
children has increased dramatically over the past 50 years and
now affects over one-third of the entire United States
population. Obesity has become a national security concern as
the pool of eligible recruits among all branches of military is
shrinking due to the rising rates of overweight and obesity
resulting in decreased military readiness (Hertling, 2012).
More must be done to address this public health crisis.
References
Caprio, S., Daniels, S., Drewnowski, A., Kaufman, F., Palinkas,
L., Rosenbloom, A., &

Schwimmer, J. (2008). Influence of race, ethnicity, and culture
on childhood obesity: Implications for prevention and
treatment. Diabetes Care, 31(11), 2211-2221. doi:10.2337/dc08-
9024
Carpenter, K., Loveyjoy, J., Lange, J., Hapgood, J., &
Zbikowski, S. (2013). Outcomes
and utilization of a low intensity workplace loss program.
Journal of Obesity, 2014,1-7. doi:10.1155/2014/414987
Franck, C., Grandi, S., & Eisenberg, M. (2013). Taxing junk
food to counter obesity. American
Journal of Public Health, 103(11), 1949-1953.
doi:10.2105/AJPH.2013.301279
Hertling, M. (2012, December 6). Obesity is a national security
issue: Lieutenant
General Mark Hertling at TEDxMidAtlantic 2012. [Video File].
Retrieved from https://youtu.be/sWN13pKVp9s
Kim, D., & Basu, A. (2016). Estimating the medical care costs
of obesity in the United
States: Systematic review, meta-analysis, and empirical
analysis. Value Health, 19(5), 602-613. doi:
10.1016.j.jval.2016.02.008
Tucker, C. (2013). Q&A with first lady Michelle Obama: How
the Let’s Move! campaign is changing the way kids eat, move:
‘everyone has a role to play in helping our kids lead healthier
lives’. Nation’s Health, 43(9). Retrieved from
http://thenationshealth.aphapublications.org/content/43/9/5
Assignments
Assignment List Week 3 Research Topic and Outline (1)

Week 3 Research Topic and Outline (1)
Grade Details
Grade N/A
Gradebook Comments None
Assignment Details
Open Date Jan 6, 2020 12:00 AM
Graded? Yes
Points Possible 100.0
Resubmissions Allowed? No
Assignment Instructions
Research Topic and Outline
1. The final project for this course is a Research Paper. The first
two
assignments will help you find the tools needed to prepare and
gradually
build your final research paper. The research paper for this
course will be
argumentative. The argumentative research paper requires you
to take a
position on an issue and support the position with persuasive
facts and
statements.
2. First, select a Research Paper TOPIC that can be assessed
using health care
economics principles.

Please choose from the following topics (or any other topic with
approval of your
instructor) the issue you are going to discuss.
• A history of Medicare cost containment policies
• Not-for-profit versus for profit
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• State children health insurance programs
• Medicare prospective payment program
• Medicare and Medicate dual eligibility
• Health maintenance organizations
• Long-term health care insurance
• The managed care backlash
• Impact of obesity on healthcare costs
• Impact of diabetes on healthcare costs
• Impact of smoking on healthcare costs
• Nursing shortages
• Cost of Pharmaceuticals
3. Second, provide your research paper with the following
OUTLINE (Your
final paper assignment should include a detail explanation of
this outline):
a. Introduction -Your introduction should give a brief overview
of the topic you
are going to discuss. The last sentence of your introduction
section should be
your thesis statement. Your thesis statement should start with –
The purpose of
this paper is to…..

b. Body of paper - The body of your paper should organize how
you plan to
address each required section of the paper. Each supporting
item is then broken
down into smaller supporting items.
• An overview of the issue
• Why is this issue a concern from a health care economics
perspective?
• Who are the major parties involved in this issue?
• Which market forces have an impact on this issue?
• How is demand illustrated in this issue?
• How is supply illustrated in this issue?
• How has the affordable care act impacted this issue?
• How are health disparities demonstrated in this issue?
• How has this issue been improved in other global markets?
• What is your recommendation for making improvements based
on
economic principles.
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c. Conclusion – The conclusion of your paper should summarize
your thesis
statement and the supporting items discussed in your paper. In
this outline,
please indicate what you expect the finding to be.

d. References – Provide list of five (5) bibliographic references
(using APA
format). Your final research paper will require seven (7)
bibliographic
references. (You may use your textbook as a reference and you
should have a
minimum of 6 academic outside references including 3 peer-
reviewed journal
articles
Assignment Instructions:
Please review the Weekly Assignment Grading IRubric prior to
submission (Click
on View IRubric in the main Assignment List page).
Assignments are 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. The assignment
will be graded
based on the following areas: Foundation and synthesis of
knowledge,
application of knowledge critical thinking, writing skills, and
organization of ideas
and format. Refer to Library Online Resource Center for any
research
assistance. Refer to the Student Handbook for policies relevant
to academic
honesty and other procedures and policies related to this course.
Assignments
submitted late without advance notice will receive a 5% per day

late penalty
and will not be accepted for grading five (5) days past the due
date.
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W e e k 3 R e s e a r c h T o p i c a n d O u t l i n e
Grade:

Possible Points: 100.00
Calculated Score:
Adjusted Score:
Percentage: -
Descriptions Comments
Assignment Grading Rubric
100 %
Exemplary
4 pts
Accomplished
3.2 pts
Developing
2.8 pts
Beginning
2.4 pts
Did not attempt
0 pts
FOUNDATION OF
KNOWLEDGE
25 %
Exemplary
Student demonstrates
proficient command of

the subject matter in
the assignment.
Assignment shows an
impressive level of
depth of student’s
ability to relate course
content to practical
examples and
applications. Student
provides
comprehensive
analysis of details,
facts, and concepts in
a logical sequence.
Accomplished
Student exhibits
above average usage
of subject matter in
the assignment.
Student provides
above average ability
in relating course
content in examples
given. Details and
facts presented
provide an adequate
presentation of
student’s current level
of subject matter
knowledge.
Developing
Student exhibits a

general and average
understanding of
subject matter in the
assignment. Whereas,
there are areas of
some concerning in
the linkages provided
between facts and
supporting
statements. Student
generally explains
concepts, but only
meets the minimum
requirements in this
area.
Beginning
Student tries to
explain some
concepts, but
overlooks critical
details. Assignment
appears vague or
incomplete in various
segments. Student
presents concepts in
isolation, and does
not perceive to have a
logical sequencing of
ideas.
Did not attempt
SYNTHESIS OF
KNOWLEDGE

25 %
Exemplary
Student exhibits a
defined and clear
understanding of the
assignment. Topic is
clearly defined and
thesis is well-
constructed to help
guide the reader
throughout the
assignment. Student
builds upon the thesis
of the assignment
with well-documented
and exceptional
supporting facts,
figures, and/or
statements.
Accomplished
Student establishes a
good comprehension
of topic and in the
building of the
assignment. Student
demonstrates an
effective presentation
with most support
statements helping to
support the key focus
of assignment.

Developing
Student exhibits a
basic understanding
of the intended
assignment, but the
thesis is not fully
supported throughout
the assignment. Some
difficulty in seeing
linkages between
thoughts. While
student has included a
few supporting facts
and statements, this
has limited the quality
of the assignment.
Beginning
Student exhibits a
limited understanding
of the assignment.
Reader is unable to
follow the logic used
for the thesis and
development of key
themes. Introduction
of thesis is not clearly
evident, and reader
must look deeper to
discover the focus of
the writer. Student’s
writing is weak in the
inclusion of
supporting facts or

statements.
Did not attempt
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APPLICATION OF
KNOWLEDGE
25 %
(Critical Thinking
Skills)
Exemplary
a higher-level of
critical thinking
necessary for
graduate level work.
Learner provides a
strategic approach in
presenting examples
of problem solving or
critical thinking, while
drawing logical
conclusions which are
not immediately
obvious. Student
provides well-
supported ideas and

reflection with a
variety of current
and/or world views in
the assignment.
Student presents a
genuine intellectual
development of ideas
throughout
assignment.
Accomplished
Student exhibits a
good command of
critical thinking skills
in the presentation of
material and
supporting
statements.
Assignment
demonstrates the
student’s above
average use of
relating concepts by
using a variety of
factors. Overall,
student provides
adequate conclusions,
with 2 or fewer errors.
Developing
Student takes a
common,
conventional approach
in guiding the reader

through various
linkages and
connections presented
in assignment.
However, student
presents a limited
perspective on key
concepts throughout
assignment. Student
appears to have
problems applying
information in a
problem-solving
manner.
Beginning
beginning
understanding of key
concepts, but
overlooks critical
details. Learner is
unable to apply
information in a
problem-solving
fashion. Student
presents confusing
statements and facts
in assignment. No
evidence or little
semblance of critical
thinking skills.
Did not attempt

Writing Skill
15 %
(Including APA
Citations and
References)
Exemplary
an excellent command
of grammar, as well
as presents research
in a clear and concise
writing style. Presents
a thorough, extensive
understanding of word
usage. Student excels
in the selection and
development of a
well-planned
assignment with
error-free and reflects
student’s ability to
prepare graduate-
level writing. APA
formatting guidelines
followed with no
errors in citations.
Incorporate a variety
of resources with at
least 3 academic
references.
Accomplished
Student provides an

effective display of
good writing and
grammar. Assignment
reflects student’s
ability to select
appropriate word
usage and presents
an above-average
presentation of a
given topic or issue.
Assignment appears
to be well written with
no more than 1-2
grammatical errors.
Student provides a
good final product
that covers the
above-minimal
requirements. APA
format; 1-2 errors in
citation. Incorporate
less than 3 academic
references.
Developing
Assignment reflects
basic writing and
grammar, but with
more than 5
grammatical errors.
Key terms and
concepts are
somewhat vague and
not completely
explained. Student

uses a basic
vocabulary in
assignment. Student’s
writing ability is
average, but
demonstrates a basic
understanding of the
subject matter. APA
format, but with
several omissions and
with more than 2
errors in citation.
Incorporate less than
3 academic
references.
Beginning
Topics, concepts, and
ideas are not
coherently discussed
or expressed in
assignments.
Student’s writing style
is weak and needs
improvement, along
with numerous
proofreading errors.
Assignment lacks
clarity, consistency,
and correctness.
Student needs to
review and revise
assignment. Several
grammatical errors.
APA format not used

and errors throughout
paper & citations.
Lack of appropriate
references or source
materials; The paper
is not of acceptable
quality for graduate-
level work.
Did not attempt
ORGANIZATION OF
IDEAS/FORMAT
10 %
Exemplary
Student thoroughly
understands and
excels in explaining all
major points. An
original, unique,
and/or imaginative
approach to overall
ideas, concepts, and
findings is presented.
Overall format of
assignment includes
an appropriate
introduction, well-
developed
paragraphs, and
conclusion. Finished
assignment
demonstrates
student’s ability to

plan, and be
organized in a logical
sequence.
Accomplished
Student explains the
majority of points and
concepts in the
assignment. Learner
demonstrates a good
skill level in
formatting and
organizing material in
assignment. Student
presents an above
average level of
preparedness, with
few formatting errors.
Developing
Student applies some
points and concepts
incorrectly. Student
uses a variety of
formatting styles, with
some inconsistencies
throughout the paper.
Assignment does not
have a continuous
pattern of logical
sequencing.
Beginning

Assignment reveals
formatting errors and
a lack of organization.
Student presents an
incomplete attempt to
provide linkages or
explanation of key
terms.
Did not attempt
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