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Argument and Analysis

Hierarchy and power are intrinsic to the current health care system in Australia. Discuss this statement by drawing on sociological theories and concepts. Discuss how this may impact on you as a health practitioner.

The following table illustrates the strengths and limitations of your argument

Element

INTRODUCTION TO THE TOPIC
A good paper will use the introductory paragraph to clearly and simply state the aims of the paper.

EXPLANATION OF SOCIOLOGY AND THE ROLE OF PERSPECTIVES
A good essay will make it clear that sociology is about the study of social life and that it is an important focus for health practitioners because social factors can have a major influence on how health conditions occur and how they are treated in different locations. It will also very briefly explain that there are different approaches to sociological analysis and that these are called perspectives.

INCLUSION OF THE BIOMEDICAL MODEL
A good essay will mention that a key perspective in health is the biomedical model, which views health in terms of biological processes within individuals. It will mention how this perspective is valuable in clinical practice and research, but does not adequately capture the impact of hierarchy and power on health.

DISCUSSION OF HIERARCHY AND POWER
A good paper will define both of these key concepts. It will discuss key propositions from major theorists and theories across each concept.

EVIDENCE
A good paper will draw on relevant data to support the discussion. A really high level paper will also comment on the data in terms of its relevance and methodology. For studies that significantly relate to your argument you should comment on any issues that the reader might need to consider or be aware of.

IMPLICATIONS (CONNECTIONS TO AUSTRALIAN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM)
A good paper will draw together the various threads of the discussion e.g. theories and particular health issues to identify and explore, in your own words, the key implications for health practitioners in the Australian context. It should be noted that can choose to focus on an example issue, which you situate within the Australian health care system

OVERALL CRITICAL DEPTH
This is a cumulative element, which relates to the extent to which the paper was a unified piece of work that illustrated a deep understanding of the relevant topic. Work that scores highly here is well on the way to what would be a publishable standard in academic journals because the overall paper has a clear focus and points are consistently backed up with evidence and clear logic.

2. Academic Writing

INTRODUCTION
A good introduction is one that makes clear the specific topic or question that essay is addressing. It also mentions, without going into any detail, the main theories and concepts that will be discussed in the paper.

BODY
A good paper will use descriptive information to lead into deeper critical sections or passages, in which you that draw threads from different sources of information together so that you can use your own words to articulate the practical implications or consequences of your research into the topic.

CONCLUSION
A good conclusion does not introduce new information, nor does it simply restate the essay. Rather, it should reinforce the most important takeaways from the essay and offer suggestions for solutions or further exploration that could build on your work.

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