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Essay assignments are required to list at least 5 references with at least 3 Peer Reviewed journal articles.
Essay: In a 2000-2500 word essay, discuss ONE of the following topics in an intelligent, coherent, and concise manner. To do this you will need to thoroughly review the topic by reviewing articles, books, websites, etc. You will be graded on your understanding of the topic as well as grammar, punctuation and spelling. Please consult the ESSAY MODULE for writing and grading guidelines. You are required to use in-text and list at least 5 references, 3 of the 5 must be Peer Reviewed Journal Articles.
Topic:
Doping Controls, Cheating and Penalties Incurred
Performance-enhancing drugs (PED’s) are used by professional, amateur, and recreational athletes. PED’s have varying effects on individuals to boost performance. Should the rules be changed concerning doping controls? What is considered “fair” competition? How have participants benefited from PED use or other means of cheating? Does cheating give one an unfair advantage? Has todays culture changed compared to that of the Ancient Olympics in support of PED use and cheating? Does the use of PED’s give one an unfair advantage? What are the various penalties that athletes or nations have sustained? Should additional measures be imposed to prevent the use of PED’s and cheating?