In preparation for your initial post, choose one of the following questions: Are

In preparation for your initial post, choose one of the following questions:
Are pit bulls dangerous?
Do video games cause aggressive behavior in children?
Are fast food restaurants responsible for the obesity epidemic?
Do reality TV shows have a negative influence on society?
Is recycling an effective solution to waste management?
Then, find one source that provides an argument that answers the question. It doesn’t matter which side the source takes, or even whether you agree with the argument. The source does not need to be scholarly or academic – in fact, it might be more fun if it’s not. You also don’t necessarily need to agree with the argument – again, it might even be more fun if you don’t agree with it, to present what you recognize as bad arguments and see how your classmates respond to them.
For the actual initial post:
Simply summarize the source’s argument using to the following model:
Conclusion:
Premise:
Sub-premise:
Premise:
Sub-premise.
EXAMPLE: Here’s an example of what an initial post might look like:
Conclusion: Standardized tests can be a useful tool to measure intelligence when used appropriately, since they provide objective data to evaluate academic performance and cognitive skills.Premise 1: Standardized tests offer a consistent and objective method of assessment.Sub-premise 1: Standardized tests are developed and scored by professionals, reducing the possibility of bias or subjectivity that might be present in other forms of evaluation, such as teacher assessments or project-based evaluations.
Premise 2: Standardized tests can provide valuable insights into educational trends and student performance.Sub-premise 2: Data collected from standardized tests can be used to identify areas where students or schools may be struggling, allowing for targeted interventions and improvements in educational practices.
Source: Schaeffer, R. A. (1990). Standardized tests and our children: A guide to testing reform. FairTest.
That’s it. You don’t need to analyze your argument or offer any commentary – you just need to concisely summarize it according to the format above and provide a citation for it. The rest of the job will be handled by your classmates in the response posts.