Assignment #1

Prepare an annotated bibliography containing five peer-reviewed journal articles examining the following research question:

Does the implementation of mask mandate help reduce COVID-19 cases?

Please adhere closely to the guidelines for composing an annotated bibliography outlined in the textbook (pp. 73-75).

Sample Entry

Paper examines the role of voluntary nonprofit organizations (and individual volunteers generally) in local disaster management planning processes. Authors rely on a national survey in the United States, measured at the county government level, to assess the extent of voluntary organization active participation in planning for emergency and disaster response. Key findings include a positive relationship between level of voluntary organization participation and overall reported preparedness levels for a jurisdiction, as reported by local officials.

Rubric

Weekly Assignment Rubric (1)

Weekly Assignment Rubric (1)

Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Comprehensiveness of Response

The student addresses all required questions.

5 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

4 to >3.0 pts

Good

3 to >2.0 pts

Average

2 to >0 pts

Poor

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Quality of Response

The student’s responses to all questions are logical, cohesive, and concise.

15 to >12.0 pts

Excellent

12 to >9.0 pts

Good

9 to >6.0 pts

Average

6 to >0 pts

Poor

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Proper Use of References

The student can apply proper course materials and/or outside sources to address the questions.

5 to >4.0 pts

Excellent

4 to >3.0 pts

Good

3 to >2.0 pts

Average

2 to >0 pts

Poor

5 pts

Total Points: 25