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Critical analysis is a vital part of learning. The goal of this assignment is to help you practice your skills in reading mainstream media articles and being able to critically evaluate it as a source of information.

Instructions

Your analysis of the article should exhibit careful thought, logical reasoning and provide evidence for your answers. Each post should be at least two well-developed paragraph (approximately 4-6 sentences each minimum). Use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

Identify an article released by the mainstream media to the general public that discusses HIV/AIDS. Example of an article is Botswana HIV Aids Deaths Decline.

1. Identify which levels of the Socioecologic Model are being addressed

2. Identify which levels of the Socioecologic Model not addressed

3. In what ways might this article lead to stigma and discrimination that places a person or group at risk of contracting HIV/AIDS?

4. Provide a written opinion on the how this article positively, negatively, or even excludes information that contributes to the stemming of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.

• Any written assignment must be in the student's voice. The use of lengthy quotes or lists obtained from resources are not acceptable. If you feel you need to use quotes make sure they are brief and in APA format.