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- Include a very brief statement explaining WHY you chose the selected topic.
- Use one or two sentences to describe the PROBLEM highlighted in your selected articles. How does each side define the problem? Do they agree on the problem? Do they think the problem is real or a perceived problem?
- Use only one or two sentences to explain the POLICY stream. What solution to the problem does each side identify? Use only one or two sentences to explain the PREFERRED SOLUTION emphasized in each of your selected articles.
- Describe the POLITICAL stream. Who (individuals and/or groups) supports each perspective? Who has the power? What is the opinion of the public? Who are the key participants in the process?
- Use the Kingdon concepts to show how the selected article demonstrates the Kingdon model “in action”.
- After reading the competing views, which definition of the problem and the solution do you find more convincing? If neither convinces you then define the problem and suggest a solution.
- Identify the name and source of the original articles and include a link to the original articles.