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For this assignment investigate the following topic: The Straw Ban

• Background: There is great debate around the subject of straws and their impact on the environment. Within this debate have emerged unique perspectives of people in the disability community.

• You are required to write a two-page paper, double spaced, 12 point font, addressing the following points and questions. You must include the section title above each response. Failure to follow formatting guidelines will result in a loss of 2 points.

1. Introduction

• Opening statement of topic area
•  References & Summaries - 6 points

• Name the websites, readings, blogs, and/or documentary films you utilized in your inquiry. You should use at least 3 reputable sources with distinct perspectives. Include links to any online sources used. What were the main points or arguments of each source? Write a 1 paragraph summary of each source (total of 3 paragraphs worth 2 points each).

1. Class Connections

• Which of these fundamental areas does this topic touch on? Choose 2 areas. How does the topic relate to the areas chosen? Explain. (1 paragraph)

• Ableism, Social Model of Disability, accessibility, accommodations, assistive technology, inspiration porn, disability rights, respectful language, intersectionality

• Reflection -

• I used to think that... Why did you think that? Now I think that... Why do you think that now? What changed in your thinking? (1 paragraph).

•  Closing

In this context, how is disability a tool or a means of innovation? How has the straw ban debate evolved toward new possibilities as a result of disability representation? Or how has it not evolved toward new possibilities? Explain. (2-3 sentences)