Select three theories from the list below and explain the underlying concept for each of them.  Provide examples of how these theories have been used in actual interventions and explain why they were selected for that particular intervention.

Theories and Methods for Health Promotion

Select three theories from the list below and explain the underlying concept for each of them.  Provide examples of how these theories have been used in actual interventions and explain why they were selected for that particular intervention.

1.   Stimulus response theory

2.   Social cognitive theory

3.   Theory of reasoned action

4.   Theory of planned behavior

5.   Health belief model

6.   Theory of freeing

7.   Elaboration likelihood model of persuasion


Next, compare and contrast the three theories that you have selected, analyzing their strengths and weaknesses for health promotion activities, mission development, goal and objective setting, and program evaluation.   Additionally, describe how the three theories you have selected promote overall program success.

Your assignment should be three to four pages in length (excluding the title and reference page) and be presented in APA format.  Include a minimum of three scholarly sources that were published within the last five years and that are cited according to APA guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

 

FEEDBACK

( 1.00 / 1.00) Selects Three Theories and Explains the Underlying Concept for Each

Distinguished – Selects three theories and thoroughly explains the underlying concept for each of the three theories.

( 1.00 / 1.00) Provides Examples of How Theories Have Been Used in Interventions and Explains Why They Were Selected

Distinguished – Provides detailed examples of how all three theories have been used in actual interventions and thoroughly explains why they were selected.

( 2.00 / 2.00) Compare and Contrast the Three Chosen Theories

Distinguished – Clearly compares and contrasts the three theories selected.

( 2.75 / 2.75) Analyzes the Strengths and Weaknesses of the Models

Distinguished – Thoroughly analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the three models as they are used for health promotion.

( 1.50 / 1.50) Describes How the Theories Promote Overall Program Success

Distinguished – Comprehensively describes how the three selected theories promote overall program success.

( 0.25 / 0.25) Written Communication: Context and Purpose

Distinguished – Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.

Comments:

Nice work! Your paper is exceptionally organized and there is a clear, logical progression of ideas with smooth transitions. Your examples help move your argument forward.

( 0.25 / 0.25) Written Communication: Content Development

Distinguished -Uses appropriate, pertinent, and persuasive content to discover and develop sophisticated ideas within the context of the discipline, shaping the work as a whole.

( 0.22 / 0.25) Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues

Proficient – Clearly explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering enough relevant information for an adequate understanding.

( 0.25 / 0.25) Critical Thinking: Evidence

Distinguished – Employs persuasive information from credible sources to develop an ample analysis or synthesis of the topic. Viewpoints of experts are scrutinized thoroughly.

( 0.20 / 0.20) Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics

Distinguished – Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.

Comments:

Great work! The grammar, spelling, and punctuation are correct and add to the readability of your paper.

( 0.17 / 0.20) APA Formatting

Proficient – Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.

( 0.15 / 0.15) Page Requirement

Distinguished – The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.

( 0.17 / 0.20) Source Requirement

Proficient – Uses required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.

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