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*The following information is relevant to each of the following discussion board assignments:

During weeks 2 through 6, students will be required to create a discussion board thread sharing a newspaper or magazine article relevant to the week’s topics.  Each student will need to create a thread on that week’s discussion board. Additionally, in order to receive full credit, each student will need to respond to at least two of their peer’s threads.

Specifically, students will each be required to provide a brief overview of the following items regarding the topic:

• Name of Article and newspaper or magazine from which the article was taken along with the year, month (and date if appropriate) article was published.
• Synopsis of the article and what they found relevant about it as it relates to the topic (s) being covered in the week the article is presented. (1-2 paragraphs)
• What value did they get out of the topic and what would they encourage the writer/author of the topic to examine next given what was discussed in the article. (1-2 paragraphs)

Grading will be based on the quality of the student’s posted thread and completion of the required two responses.  Each week the article selection and discussion board posting will be worth 30 points for a total of 150 points for all 5 weeks.

Week #3: 

1. Article about marital or significant other relational conflict or an article about injustice being experienced by an individual or a group.

Struggling with where to start this assignment? Follow this guide to tackle your assignment easily!

Step-by-Step Guide:

Step 1: Find an Appropriate Article

• Search for a recent newspaper or magazine article (preferably within the last 3-5 years).

• Choose one that discusses either:

  • Marital or significant other relational conflict (examples: divorce, counseling, infidelity, communication issues).

  • Injustice against an individual or group (examples: racial injustice, gender discrimination, wrongful conviction).

Step 2: Gather Key Details for Your Post

• Write down the full name of the article, name of the publication (newspaper or magazine), and the date of publication.

• Ensure you have the correct citation information ready.

Step 3: Write Your Synopsis (1-2 paragraphs)

• Summarize the article:

  • What is the main story?

  • Who are the individuals or groups involved?

  • How does it connect to relational conflict or social injustice?

• Focus on explaining why this article is relevant to this week’s topics.

Step 4: Reflect on the Value and Next Steps (1-2 paragraphs)

• Discuss what you learned from reading this article.

• Suggest what the article’s author could examine next.

  • Example: “The article raised important issues about communication in marriages, but I would encourage the author to explore conflict resolution strategies that couples could use.”

Step 5: Create Your Discussion Thread

• Post your summary clearly and neatly.

• Use paragraphs for easy readability.

• Include the article’s title, publication, and date at the very top.

Step 6: Engage with Two Peers’ Threads

• Read at least two classmates’ posts.

• Respond thoughtfully:

  • Share a related experience.

  • Add an extra point.

  • Ask a meaningful question about their article.

Step 7: Final Checks Before Submitting
✅ Is the article correctly cited?
✅ Did you write 1-2 paragraphs for the synopsis?
✅ Did you write 1-2 paragraphs for reflection?
✅ Have you responded to two peers?
✅ Is your post clear, thoughtful, and respectful?

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