Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Read the article, “6 Ways to Approach Urban Green Spaces in the Push For Racial Justice and Health Equity” (https://theconversation.com/6-ways-to-approach-urban-green-spaces-in-the-push-for-racial-justice-and-health-equity-160227) by Nadha Hassen, published on June 10, 2021 in The Conversation. After thinking about the ideas in the article, discuss one of the two topic choices below. (Or your own response).
(a) “In moving beyond this pandemic, we must critically consider how urban green spaces are a part of moving towards healthier, equitable cities that are racially and socially just.” Do you agree? Can the way cities are designed affect racial and social justice?
OR
(b) The article points out that over the past year, three big issues have been highlighted in society – public health, racial equality and environmental issues. If you had to choose of this year’s “big three” issues, which one should the government and communities focus their time, money, and public education as it relates to the issues in this article?
2. Use at least one reference to the article, and you may use personal examples. (Offer new insights. Please do not simply summarize the article).
3. Use the template below to help you write your essay.
Introduction
Start with a hook/attention getter to draw your audience in
State your controlling idea and your three main points (thesis statement)
Body
First Paragraph Main Point (Include supporting details and specific examples)
Second Paragraph Main Point (Include supporting details and specific examples)
Third Paragraph Main Point (Include supporting details and specific examples)
Conclusion
Restate the thesis statement
Sum up main points
Close with a memorable statement
my personal note: Important to reference arguments (more than one) or points from the included article.
