This week, you will complete your argumentative paper. Following the
directions in assigned textbook reading on how write an argumentative
essay on the issue you chose in Week 1. Be sure your essay contains the
following:
An opening paragraph that states a clear thesis that is focused,
plausible, and arguable and that gives direction and purpose to the
paper
A fair-minded, balanced, and objective development of the pros and
cons of the issue in a well-organized sequence of ideas, free of
mechanical errors
Credible, reliable, and authoritative evidence in support of the points made
A strong conclusion that summarizes your views, reminds the audience
of the issue and its importance and shows in brief that you have
successfully defended your thesis
Writing Requirements (APA format)
Length: 4-6 pages (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page
Note:
As you do your research, it is permissible to change your sources.
Also, because of the recency and relevance of these issues, no sources
older than 5 years should be used other than as historical information.
Critical thinkers do the research first and then side with the
preponderance of evidence. You might want to follow that principle.
Topic Selection:
Telehealth
Specific
Issue: Whether the
integration of telehealth services should be prioritized in mainstream
healthcare.
Three
Aspects of the Issue:
Access and Equity in
Telehealth:
Reason: Discrepancies in telehealth
access can impact underprivileged areas. Addressing this aspect will provide insights into ways to overcome technological obstacles and Internet connectivity challenges and enhance digital literacy to provide fair access to remote healthcare services for everyone.
Regulatory Challenges and
Telehealth Adoption:
Reason: Exploring this topic will
focus on the difficulties healthcare professionals encounter when dealing
with various regional and national rules. It will also analyze the
necessity for regulatory changes to promote innovation while maintaining
patient safety and adherence to regulations.
Privacy and Security Concerns
in Telehealth:
Reason: Privacy and security are vital
in healthcare, and the transition to telehealth raises unique challenges.
Discussing this aspect will allow for an exploration of measures to
enhance data protection, prevent unauthorized access, and build and
maintain trust in telehealth interactions, addressing concerns that may
hinder the broader acceptance of virtual healthcare services.
Outcomes
CO 3: Analyze deductive and inductive reasoning structures.
CO 4: Evaluate arguments by applying tests of truthfulness, logical strength, relevance, and non-circularity.
CO 5: Evaluate the role of cognitive bias and fallacies of relevance in critical reasoning and decision-making.
CO 6: Apply principles of critical reasoning to political, educational, economic, and/or social issues.
CO 7: Create a fallacy-free argument that incorporates principles of ethical decision-making.
