TOPIC: Should We Continue to Rely on Fossil Fuels?
Chapter 1
Background topic: State what is the main environmental issue that will be discussed and some background material about this topic. 2 pages
Chapter 2
Summaries of both yes/no arguments: Summarize the arguments in favor and against the stated environmental issue. Give at least 2 references in support of each side. If no reference is found for one side of the issue, state this and explain that because of this, the other side (the one with scientific support) is favored. (4 pages)
Chapter 3
Future Directions: Based on what you have read on this topic, describe a potential research or management need, that should be developed to address this environmental issue, and/or potentially address the controversy. (2 page)
Chapter 4
Proposed Activity: Based on what you suggest on the Future Directions section (above) describe either a proposed research plan or a management plan (4 pages)
Chapter 5 (8-10 pages)
Components of Research Plan or Management Plan:
Objectives
Methods/Approach
Description of suggested study site/context and why it was selected
Expected Outcomes, contributions of the project. How would it help solve some of the controversies surrounding these issues?
