1. Identifying Issues in Agriculture

2. Issue Assignment Title of Issue 1. Explanation of the issue 2. Identification of key players – for and against 3. Key facts (can divide in groups) 4. Role of Media Reference page

3. Explanation  Provide some background information  Introduce the issue at hand  At least two paragraphs long

4. Key Players  People or organizations who are directly involved or affected  Include one key player for both sides of the issue  Include their viewpoints  Example: Cloning Scientific community Public

5. Key Facts  Use factual information from reliable sources  Discuss the facts from one website  Example: Cloning Facts 1952 frogs cloned from embryonic cells Describe the process of cloning Other important terms

6. Role of the Media  What media types cover your issue?  Where do you find the most news coverage? TV Radio Internet Newspaper, etc.  In your opinion, what types of media will be the most useful to handle your issue?

7. Reminders  Must cite references for first three sections  Role of media section is more your opinion  Double space and use subheads  2 pages long  Due at beginning of lab 5  Worth 100 points