74 Library Research
Kathleen Dayton
Cohort 2024
Learning Objectives
Identify and apply research methods used to study health and related behaviors. Class Assignment: The class will have a Visit/Research appointment with a librarian to learn about specific types of resources and find primary sources.
Purpose/Rationale
Information gathered through this assignment will be used in Assignment #3
Instructions
Using the information and skills learned at the library, answer the following questions (providing a citation for the source of information):
- What is the definition of an Autoimmune disorder/disease? List 5 autoimmune disorders found in your search.
- What causes autoimmune diseases? List at least 5 causes.
- What are five early symptoms of many autoimmune disorders/diseases?
- Who is most likely to develop an autoimmune disease?
- Is autoimmune disease hereditary?
- Can autoimmune disease be prevented?
- Can autoimmune disease be cured? Be sure to give specific examples. The assignment will be completed in Blackboard.
Format Requirements
Answer questions in Blackboard; Assignment is worth 100 points.
Rubric/Criteria
Points given for completeness of answer. Assignment is worth 100 points out of 1000 points for the semester.
