see attached An Op Ed (opinion editorial) represents a strong, informed, and focused opinion of the writer. Choose a healthcare topic that you are

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An Op Ed (opinion editorial) represents a strong, informed, and focused opinion of the writer.

Choose a healthcare topic that you are passionate about and write an op ed as if you are submitting it to a professional journal for publication.

Purpose: Student will demonstrate knowledge of and skill in effective public communication through writing an op-ed, bringing your voice to life.  Your aim is to make one clear argument, one clear statement of informed opinion, and/or a specific call for action that is evidence-based, on one very specific issue relating to healthcare.  Your mission is to persuade the audience that your position is the correct one, and that competing positions less effective or incorrect.

This paper must be 750+ words. APA style is expected with three or more evidence-based, peer reviewed references, less than 5 years old.   


HOW TO WRITE AN OP-ED OR COLUMN

 An op-ed piece derives its name from originally having appeared opposite the editorial page in a newspaper. Today, the term is used more widely to represent a column that represents the strong, informed, and focused opinion of the writer on an issue of relevance to a targeted audience.

Distinguishing Characteristics of an Op-Ed or Column

 Partly, a column is defined by where it appears, but it shares some common characteristics:

· Typically, it is short, between 750 and 800 words.

· It has a clearly defined point.

· It has a clearly defined point of view.

· It represents clarity of of thinking.

· It contains the strong, unique voice of the writer.

Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing an Op-Ed or Column

· Do I have a clear point to make?

· What is it?

· Who cares? (Writing with a particular audience in mind can inform how you execute your your column.  Who is it that you are trying to convince? Why are you targeting that specific reader?)

· Is there substance to my argument?

Topic and Theme

 Every successful op-ed piece or column must have a clearly defined topic and theme.

· Topic: the person, place, issue, incident, or thing that is the primary focus of the column. The topic is usually stated in the first paragraph.

· Theme: another level of meaning to the topic. What’s the big, overarching idea of the column? What’s your point? Why is your point important? The theme may appear early in the piece or it may appear later when it may also serve as a turning point into a deeper level of argument.

Research

While columns and op-ed pieces allow writers to include their own voice and express an opinion, to be successful the columns must be grounded in solid research. Research involves acquiring facts, quotations, citations, or data from reputable sources and personal observation. Research also allows a reader to include sensory data (touch, taste, smell, sound, or sight) into a column. There are two basic methods of research:

· Field research: going to the scene, interviews, legwork; primary materials, observations, and knowledge

· Library, academic, or internet research: using secondary materials, including graphs, charts, and scholarly articles

Openings

 The first line of an op-ed is crucial. The opening “hook” may grab the reader’s attention with a strong claim, a surprising fact, a metaphor, a mystery, or a counter-intuitive observation that entices the reader into reading more. The opening also briefly lays the foundation for your argument.

Endings

Every good column or op-ed piece needs a strong ending which has some basic requirements. It:

· Echoes or answers introduction

· Has been foreshadowed by preceding thematic statements

· Is the last and often most memorable detail

· Contains a final epiphany or calls the reader to action

There are two basic types of endings. An “open ending” suggests rather than states a conclusion, while a “closed ending” states rather than suggests a conclusion. The closed ending in which the point of the piece is resolved is by far the most commonly used.

Voice

Having a strong voice is critical to a successful column or op-ed piece. Columns are most typically conversational in tone, so you can imagine yourself have a conversation with your reader as you write (a short, focused conversation). But the range of voice used in columns can be wide: contemplative, conversational, descriptive, experienced, informative, informed, introspective, observant, plaintive, reportorial, self-effacing, sophisticated, humorous, among many other possibilities.

Sometimes what voice you use is driven by the publication for which you are writing. A good method of perfecting your voice is to get in the habit of reading your column or op-ed out loud. Doing so gives you a clear sense of how your piece might sound – what your voice may come off as – to your intended reader.

Revision Checklist

 Some things to remember as you revise your op-ed or column before you submit it for publication:

· Check clarity.

· Check coherence and unity. 

· Check simplicity. 

· Check voice and tone. (Most are conversational; some require an authoritative voice.)

· Check direct quotations and paraphrasing for accuracy.

· Check to make sure you properly credit all sources (though formal citations are not necessary).

· Check the consistency of your opinion throughout your op-ed or column.

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Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTopic and Opening

Write an outstanding topic lead and opening that is clear, concise, and very interesting. Provide a brief background and relevant information that draws the reader into the article.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTheme

Overarching idea and opinion is explicitly stated, concise, and reveals an excellent understanding of the issue.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVoice (Analysis and Support)

Voice (analysis) is indepth and contains convincing and relevant arguments and evidence to support the opinion. Addresses key issue(s) very well.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEnding

Ending is either “open” – suggesting a conclusion, or “closed” which states a definite conclusion.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResearch and References

Multiple evidence-based, peer reviewed references are utilized. No intext citations used in article.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Mechanics

Organization and writing is clear and concise, free of spelling and grammatical errors.

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA

Appropriate APA format (includes grammar, spelling & references).

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Requirement

Paper meets 750+ word requirement

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