Part #4
Viewpoints
In this part, you will read an article expressing different opinions and a related comment or response. The goal is to differentiate between viewpoints, understand the relationships among them, and analyze how they are supported.
The debate over making computer programming classes mandatory in middle schools versus maintaining traditional elective-based technology education
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The debate over requiring public schools to provide universal free breakfast programs versus maintaining traditional pay-for-meal systems
The debate over requiring community libraries to allocate dedicated spaces for teenage-only social activities versus maintaining traditional quiet study areas
The debate over requiring community markets to reserve stalls for Indigenous vendors versus maintaining open vendor selection policies
The debate over requiring schools to offer stress management workshops versus maintaining traditional academic support services
The debate over requiring high schools to start later in the morning versus maintaining traditional early start times
The debate over requiring local small businesses to offer flexible work hours versus maintaining traditional fixed schedules
The debate over requiring residential buildings to install solar panels versus maintaining traditional electricity systems
The debate over requiring schools to provide vegetarian and vegan meal options versus maintaining traditional cafeteria menus
The debate over requiring new residential developments to include shared workspaces versus traditional home designs in suburban communities
The debate over converting vacant office buildings into vertical farms versus maintaining them for traditional commercial use
The debate over requiring schools to teach traditional indigenous languages versus maintaining standard foreign language curriculums
The debate over mandating urban buildings to install vertical gardens versus maintaining traditional facade designs
The debate over requiring local businesses to hire a minimum percentage of employees from the immediate neighborhood versus maintaining open hiring practices
The debate over requiring grocery stores to donate unsold but edible food to local food banks versus allowing stores to dispose of surplus food
The debate over implementing a lottery-based system versus academic merit for admission to specialized public high school programs
The debate over implementing seasonal outdoor fitness equipment in public parks versus investing in traditional indoor recreation centers
The debate over establishing community-based mental health crisis response teams versus traditional police response for mental health emergencies
The debate over requiring home-based businesses to obtain special permits versus maintaining current residential zoning regulations
The debate over requiring small businesses to provide paid parental leave versus maintaining current voluntary leave policies
The debate over requiring developers to include affordable housing units in new luxury residential projects versus maintaining market-driven development
The debate over implementing mandatory winter tire regulations versus maintaining driver choice in Canadian provinces
The debate over creating dedicated e-bike lanes versus maintaining shared cycling infrastructure in urban areas
The debate over implementing a "rent-to-own" housing program versus traditional rental agreements in urban neighborhoods
The debate over making swimming lessons mandatory in public schools versus maintaining optional water safety education
The debate over establishing mandatory cultural sensitivity training for healthcare workers versus maintaining traditional medical education requirements
The debate over establishing community-based renewable energy cooperatives versus maintaining traditional utility company services
The debate over implementing mandatory financial literacy courses in high schools versus maintaining traditional elective-based personal finance education
The debate over creating pedestrian-only shopping streets versus maintaining traditional mixed-traffic retail areas
The debate over requiring mental health support programs in workplaces versus maintaining traditional employee assistance services
The debate over introducing mandatory digital literacy courses for senior citizens versus maintaining voluntary technology education programs
The debate over implementing a city-wide ban on single-use plastics versus maintaining current recycling programs
The debate over mandatory bilingual education versus English-only instruction in public schools
The debate over requiring restaurants to display calorie counts on menus versus maintaining traditional menu formats
The debate over allowing residential beekeeping in urban neighborhoods versus maintaining traditional zoning restrictions
The debate over implementing designated quiet hours in residential neighborhoods versus maintaining unrestricted community activities
The debate over establishing urban rooftop gardens on all new commercial buildings versus maintaining traditional building designs
The debate over implementing a car-free zone in city centers versus maintaining current vehicle access policies
The debate over converting empty office buildings into mixed-use community centers versus maintaining them as traditional workspaces
The debate over converting empty shopping malls into affordable housing complexes versus maintaining retail spaces for future commercial development
The debate over introducing a mandatory composting program versus maintaining voluntary participation in residential waste management
The debate over allowing food trucks versus protecting traditional restaurants in downtown business districts
The debate over expanding public transportation versus building more parking facilities in suburban areas
The debate over restricting short-term vacation rentals in residential neighborhoods to protect local housing availability
The debate over introducing mandatory community service hours for high school graduation requirements
The debate over implementing a four-day work week in Canadian companies
The Debate Over Mandatory Financial Literacy Classes in High Schools
The Debate Over Intergenerational Co-Housing: Social Innovation or Impractical Idea?
The Debate Over Floating Cities: Innovative Solution or Environmental Threat?
The Debate Over Holographic Performers: Innovative Entertainment or Ethical Dilemma?
The Rise of Rooftop Beekeeping: Urban Ecology or Safety Hazard?
The Debate Over Tiny Houses: Sustainable Living or Impractical Trend?
The Controversy of Personalized Pricing: Fair Business or Digital Discrimination?
The Debate Over Mindfulness Meditation in Corporate Settings
The Debate Over Bilingual Education: Beneficial or Burdensome?
The Controversy of Facial Recognition in Public Spaces
The Rise of Slow Fashion: Sustainability vs. Fast Trends
The Debate Over Mandatory Naps in the Workplace
The Digital Detox Movement: Unplugging for Mental Health
The Ethics of Gene Editing: Medical Breakthrough or Playing God?
The Rise of Insect-Based Cuisine: Sustainable Protein or Culinary Fad?
The Debate Over Homework: Beneficial or Burdensome?
The Debate Over Mandatory Volunteering in High Schools
The Resurgence of Vinyl: Nostalgia or Superior Sound?
The Controversy of AI-Generated Art in the Creative Industry
The Rise of Vertical Forests: Greening Urban Spaces
Remote Work Revolution: Reshaping Office Culture
Urban Farming: A Solution to Food Deserts?
French Class Combats ADHD and Obesity with Fitness