Write a five-page paper (12-point Times New Roman, double-spaced) addressing the key issues.
discussed in the Understanding Human Differences textbook under Chapter 9 Classism:
Misperceptions and Myths about Income, Wealth, and Poverty.
In addition to referring to reading Chapter 9, cite one other outside source that discusses any of
the topics outlined in the chapter. The source must be credible such as articles from a
professional social work journal (please see Social Work Journals, Newsletters, and Magazines
handout). Please do not use a website such as Wikipedia.
Address the following specific areas providing concrete examples to help explain each.
section (please use headings in your paper):
Cultural Classism
Individual Classism
Institutional Classism
As you write your paper, please use three or more of the following guidelines:
Interpret the material and explain what it means to you.
(i.e. “What this means to me is…”)
Add your opinion. Use your opinions to elaborate on the topic. (i.e. “In my opinion, …)
Discuss an expert’s opinion. Point out several reasons why you agree or disagree with the
expert’s views. Cite the credibility of the expert.
Use relevant quotations or excerpts from insightful articles that tie in with your topic.
Elaborate on the relevance of the material to your subject matter.
Use personal examples to illustrate your points whenever appropriate. Readers appreciate.
stories or anecdotes to convey ideas.
Add data to support your ideas. Catch the attention of your reader with startling facts.
Make suggestions to resolve an issue or improve upon a situation. What are the positives?
and negatives of your ideas?