Benchmark Assignment- Critical Thinking Essay
The following is a list of acceptable topics that can be selected from. (Please note that this is a list of suggestions. A different topic can be selected if you have a preference for a topic that is not listed):
1. Right to Die
2. Drug Therapy
3. Children and Medication
4. Diagnosis of ADHD
5. Television or Video Games and Violent Behavior
6. Using Deception in Research
7. Spanking
8. Using Animals in Research
9. Recovered Memories
Use the GCU library to locate two peer-reviewed articles on your chosen topic. The articles should argue opposite sides of the controversy.
In 1,250-1,500 words:
1. Briefly explain the claims of both articles as well as the background of the controversy and how it became controversial. Including how historical perspectives and theories add to the controversy.
2. Examine the evidence given in the articles and explain which article creates a stronger argument.
3. Identify any logic fallacies that exist in both and explain what makes them logic fallacie.
4. Describe why the article's argument is stronger than the other. Give examples from both. Include how current perspectives and theories support your rationale.
5. Describe how the controversy you chose is applicable and significant to the world.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
MS Psychology
1.1: Describe key historical perspectives and theories in psychology
1.2: Differentiate among current perspectives and theories in psychology
1.3: Describe applications of psychology.