Select two of the following prompts to use for your Exam. Answer one prompt in a short answer format(minimum of 1, maximum of 2 content pages, not including title page or references) and one prompt in an essay format (minimum of 4, maximum of 6 content pages, not including title page or references). Both your short answer and essay will be completed using current APA formatting and turned in on Canvas in one document Since you will not be turning in a printed version, submitting a PDF document will be best to ensure formatting does not change.
Include an author’s note before answering topics. Provide a brief introduction of yourself, as the author of this paper, and how your background may influence the way these topics are presented. Also include why you selected these topics and how these topics are connected to you (e.g., personally, future career).
Include current literature on the topic (within the last 10 years). Each prompt should include 5 sources, 3 of which need to be academic. Then provide a holistic perspective on how this topic is currently viewed in society, connecting to current events that have occurred in sport (within the last 5 years), and your lens as the author.
Provide your thoughts on how current literature has contributed to this specific topic or has not contributed yet. What do you believe is the future of this topic? Do you see a resolution or solution to this topic?
Include a final summary of all points and conclusion.
Format for Exam:
Title page
Author note
Title of prompt one at top of page, bold (copy from below)
Introduction of topic
Current literature and sources (holistic, last 10 years)
Current societal view on topic and current events within sport (holistic, last 5 years)
Your lens as the author on this topic
Future of, and solutions/resolutions, for topic
Summary and conclusion
References
Title of prompt two at top of page, bold (copy from below)
Introduction of topic
Current literature and sources (holistic, last 10 years)
Current societal view on topic and current events within sport (holistic, last 5 years)
Your lens as the author on this topic
Future of, and solutions/resolutions, for topic
Summary and conclusion
References
Assignment is evaluated for:
A well-prepared, typed, organized, and clearly written short answer and essay that is relevant to topics.
Clarity and quality of writing; appropriate grammar, spelling, and format (APA 7 edition, length, etc).
Application of current and past sources to topic and current events that have occurred in sport.
Holistic analyses of topic, and consideration of current and future of topic.
Topics/Prompt Titles (pick 2; 1 short answer and 1 essay):
Is ESports a sport? Are ESport participants athletes?
When we consider sport participants and spectators, and the impact of sport fandom, why do fans (and sometimes athletes) break boundaries?
How does media influence sport and vise versa? Take into consideration intention and outcome. Examples you may consider (but not limited to) are how the NFL covered Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s relationship throughout the 2023-2024 football season, Travis Kelce and Andy Reid’s altercation on the sidelines during the Super Bowl, and commercials included during the Super Bowl.
How does sport maintain the status quo but also change society? Examples you may consider (but not limited to) are government involvement in sport, and sport being used a political platform or to influence political matters.
How has transfer portal and NIL (name, image, likeness) impacted collegiate sport and the commercialization of collegiate athletes?
How did your youth sport experience shape your view of the current state of youth sports? How does your view influence your future involvement in youth sport? In other words, what are you going to do about the current state of youth sport?
How does gender of coach and/or athlete influence the coach’s ability to be effective? Consider the many intersections and considerations of coaches and athletes.
How morally or ethically responsible is the sport organization/system versus the individual who chooses to participate in sport when it comes to the moral and ethical issues that occur? Examples you may consider (but not limited to) are CTE, moral value development, and risk of injury or long-term side effects of playing.
In the case of athletes taking dietary supplements, who should be responsible for the ingredients and what is consumed in dietary supplements, the individual who consumes them or the manufacturer? Is the use of dietary supplements a gateway to doping?
Considering front stage vs. back stage racism in sport. How does this impact sport being a positive agent of change in society, or diversity of individuals in coaching and higher personal positions, or the exploitation of athletes who identify as minorities?
Consider sport participation of transgender athletes. Examples you may consider (but not limited to) are Title IX, influence of the gender binary, reception of women/men sports, and media coverage.
Is physical education and sport truly inclusive for individuals with disabilities?
How will technology and artificial intelligence (AI) impact the future of sport?
