Tobacco Research Project Guidelines

Over the next few Health Classes you will be completing a research paper on a topic that has to do with tobacoo or the tobacco industry.

Did you know President Clinton has declared a war on teenage smoking?
Did you know many states are now suing the tobacco industry due to the smoking-related deaths of their loved ones?
Did you know that of the 3,000 teens who start smoking today, 1,000 will die because of their habit?
Did you know that nicotine is more addictive than heroin and cocaine?

The question is, what topic are YOU interested in??? Please chose one from the list below...If your topic is not listed below, please come see me and we will see if it is workable!!!

TOPICS:
  1. The Tobacco Industry
       a. The denial of nicotine as an addictive drug
       b. The denial that tobacco use is a cause of diseases such as lung cancer
       c. Lawsuits against the tobacco industry
       d. The history of tobacco use in the United States
       e. The "Tobacco Deal"

  2. Tobacco and Advertising
       a. The death of "Joe Camel"
       b. How the tobacco companies advertise their products
       c. Tobacco advertising commentary- past and present

  3. Tobacco and Teenagers
      a. Why teens smoke and its consequences
      b. Do the tobacco companies market their products to teens?
      c. "The Truth campaign" and other amazing teens against tobacco

  4. Tobacco laws

  5. Smoking and its health-related problems
      a. Smoking and Pregnancy
      b. The dangers of second-hand smoke
      c. Diseases caused by tobacco use

  6. Chewing Tobacco

  7. Cigars

  8. Kicking the habit

      Other Ideas??? 

    How do I get the information I need to research my topic?

    We will be doing research in the library for at least 2 classes. I will also write project passes during study hall and the library is also open after school. We will use computers to access the Internet (CLICK FOR TOBACCO LINKS) and Super Tom Jr. You can also use the Readers Guide and the various books and encyclopedias on your subject.

    How much information do I need?
    You will need a minimum of 2-3 sources (one internet source, one book source, one magazine source, ect...) Your paper should be a minimum of 1-2 typed pages when complete. we will be going to the computer lab to word process your final papers.

    What will my paper look like? All research papers must be made up of the following parts:
    Introduction (minimum 1 paragraph)...10%
    Summary of Research (bulk of the paper)...40%
    What you think and learned (2-3 Paragraphs)...20%
    Conclusion (minimum one paragraph)...10%
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    Remember you need a minimum of 2-3 sources. Sources must be documented properly (see guidelines) in a bibliography.
    Sources and bibliography count as 20% of your final grade!

    When is everything due?
          Research to be completed by:
          Rough Draft:
          Computer Room (to wordprocess):
          Final Copy:

    Questions, Comments or Concerns?