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Worksheet for Investigative Report: Unit 3
Name: April Bowen
Creating a structure for the global investigative report is key to an effective paper. Refer to class notes on the following organizational strategies: 1) Organize by date, time, or sequence (Chronological events, for example).
2) Organize by magnitude or order of importance (Biggest issues first leading to lesser concerns –or vice versa).
3) Organize by division (Breaking a subject into its major parts, i.e. a report on government can be divided by national, state, and local responsibilities). 4) Organize by classification (a report on natural resources can classified into renewable, vulnerable, and near-extinction.
I.
Topic of Investigative Report (be specific):
Blue Zones: The Discovery, History, and Secrets to Aging Successfully
II.
Background information that sets the current scene (the status quo) of your topic globally: What are the issues you must explain to the readers at the beginning of your report that help them understand why the topic is of crucial importance? Perhaps your report exposes a crisis or a great concern? What will your readers need to know in order to understand the research you present? Your responses here will likely form the first paragraph or two of the paper. Blue Zones are five regions around the world that have a higher than the average number of Centenarians, or people who live to be one hundred years of age or older. The first Blue Zone was discovered in Sardinia, Italy in 2000 by Belgian professor, Michael Poulain, and Italian biochemist and demographer, Gianni Pes. Halfway around the world, Dan Buettner, a Minnesota native, and writer from National Geographic, was also studying longevity. Over the next few years, these three men collaborated to uncover four additional Blue Zones, Loma Linda, California; Ikaria, Greece; Nicoya, Costa Rica; and Okinawa, Japan. Using a blue marker, they charted each region by circling it on a map with a blue marker, and from that point on, referred to them as Blue Zones. Bonded by universal daily health habits, rituals, and beliefs, super-agers in these towns and villages thrive by an instinctually motivated way of life; they know no other way to live.
Puyol, Rafael. "How the World’s Super-Agers Live Better."
The New Zealand Herald
, Dec 27, 2017
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III.
Making a Significant Claim in the Thesis Statement: “Significant” here means the statement stimulates discussion or inquiry. You want to give the readers a reason to spend time with your writing by making a point or raising an issue worth exploring. Your “Claim” + the “Reasons” (the evidence) = Thesis Statement. The Thesis usually previews material or explains its purpose. State
your Claim
(what will your paper teach us?). Read/Download “Tips for Defining the Thesis Statement” document on Blackboard Unit 3 to help you form a strong thesis.
Faces weathered and sun-kissed, with wrinkles and lines that could tell a thousand stories. At first glance,
these elders may look impaired, but they are sharp-minded and fully functioning. Most could be classified as survivors, having experienced wars and hardships through the years but by finding balance through their challenges and joy through determination, they have a beautiful perspective on life and living. Childhood looked incredibly different for these centenarians. There wasn’t privilege or time for laziness; modern conveniences didn’t
exist. Everyone in the family chips in, they work hard and take pride in helping the family. Being well-loved and having strong personal connections gives them purpose. Taking time to slow down and appreciate every day gives them time to reflect on the importance of their surroundings, like enjoying a delicious tomato from their garden or a visit with a loved one. They are by no means wealthy, but their lives are full of a richness that can’t be quantified. Dan Buettner, a pioneer of the Blue Zone discoveries, is trying to preserve this way of life and adapt it to meet a more modern world. There is fear that the Blue Zones could one day disappear as these centenarians eventually die off. Unfortunately, due to western influence on the younger generation, bad habits are taking hold and this ancient way of living could soon be long forgotten. Jain, Geetika. "Wisdom from the Blue Zones for Life in Lockdown."
Mint
, Apr 10, 2020
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lockdown/docview/2387988608/se-2?accountid=10008
IV.
Evidence/Reasons: The Report is a factual paper – do not attempt to make emotional appeals to readers or to try to persuade a reader to take a side on the issue. We are seeking evidence only of
current situations and where problems may exist and/or where model programs are helping countries or groups of people or forwarding science, etc. State the 3 Reasons/Evidence you will provide from your five sources that support your Claim (above). Indicate each “reason’s” sources.
Reason 1: Growing up agrarians, they worked the land, eating what they cultivated. Even today, whether it’s walking to the market, working the land, doing chores around the house and in their gardens, hard work and constant movement
is all they need to keep themselves active and healthy, no gym memberships needed! Balancing out their active lifestyle, eating habits are simple as well. A diet high in fruits and vegetables, whole grain, beans, and fish are the norm and processed foods make no appearance in this way of life. Fresh herbs are consumed quite frequently, which not only enhances the dish, but acts as a medicinal aid. Eating less is essential; Okinawans practice the Confucian teaching of “Hara Hachi bu” which is eating only enough to feel 80% full. Moderate alcohol consumption is considered to help them live longer lives and is encouraged. Reason 2: Maintaining low stress is key in healthy aging and these super-agers are professionals when it comes to knowing when to slow down. Self-care is a highly encouraged daily practice and is expressed in many different fashions throughout the zones. The women of Okinawa take part in a tea ceremony, while the Sardinians and Ikarians rely on an afternoon nap or a simple period of rest at home with family. Prayer and meditation are also considered anti-stressors and are practiced throughout the zones. Reason 3: Having a sense of purpose, or as the Japanese call it “Ikigai”, something that gets them up in the morning; the Costa Ricans call it “Plan de Vida”, or a life plan. These beliefs are crucial in maintaining a healthy brain and protects them from isolation and loneliness. Many centenarians still volunteer, help raise grandchildren, and are engaged in social groups. Senthilingam, Meera. "These Cuisines Could Help You Live Longer."
CNN Wire Service
, Aug 25, 2016
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V.
Drawing a Conclusion: In Reports, writers typically use the concluding section of an essay to summarize what they have covered and draw out the implications. The concluding paragraph in many scientific and scholarly articles call for additional research on an issue. Will that work for your Report? State how your Conclusion will tie together main points in your paper, and make or lead to issues that are yet unresolved: What significant points does your paper make, and what is left for researchers and others to do?
The Blue Zones are a fascinating phenomenon and their inhabitants are certainly impressive in many ways. The lives these people lead seem enviable. Low stress, leisurely walks, great food, a solid group of friends and family, a nice glass of wine, and naps!! Combine all ingredients and you have a perfect recipe for successful aging. While
this idea sounds dreamy, one must question the sustainability of this culture. Given today’s social, emotional, and economic climate, not to mention the global health crisis and the tainted influences of the modern era, the idea that people can live well into their hundreds could become a thing of the past. Preserving this sacred way of life is not impossible, but it involves commitment. The Italians have the term “La Dolce Vita” meaning, the sweet life, and the Blue Zoners most certainly have that. Let these regions be the examples of the world and may we all learn something from them and pass it on to the next generation. -Through a healthy diet, moderate exercise, self-care, low stress, a feeling of purpose, social interaction, and light alcohol consumption, we have a high probability of living well into our 90’s and 100’s, according to researchers. -More research needs to be conducted on current zone inhabitants who are in their 50’s and 60’s to distinguish if they are sustaining a life that will catapult them to centenarian status. Roca, Cristina. "The Dying of the Blue Zones."
Maclean's
, Dec 05, 2016
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zones/docview/1922541633/se-2?accountid=10008.
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