Implementation Instruction for Policy Proposal: Common Misunderstanding on Food Poisoning

1. Policy Proposal Details

   • Thoroughly review the scientific literature to identify common misconceptions about food poisoning.
   • Use data collected through interviews conducted on the Penn State campus to provide real-world insights into student beliefs and behaviors.
   • Clearly explain why the proposed policy will succeed and how it addresses these misconceptions effectively.

     Policy Project

     A short paper (45 pts): A short paper is due November 13th which should:

     1. Thoroughly review the scientific literature on the topic
     2. Provide how and why the policy recommendation will succeed
     3. You decide the length, however, it should be no more than 7 (double spaced) pages

     Things to consider:

     1. A policy change does not have to be a new restriction or rule. It can also be an incentive.
     2. It needs to include
        1. Who is going to make the implementation
        2. How much is it going to cost to implement
        3. Where is the money going to come from to implement
        4. The timeline of implementing the policy
        5. The outcome of the implementation

2. Implementation Details

   • Who will implement: Specify the responsible parties, such as schools, government bodies, or health organizations, for executing the policy.
   • Cost estimation: Calculate the total cost for policy implementation, including development, training, and execution expenses.
   • Funding sources: Detail where the money will come from to support this initiative (e.g., government budgets, international grants, private partnerships).
   • Timeline: Provide a realistic timeline outlining key phases of policy implementation, from planning and pilot testing to full-scale execution and evaluation.

3. Expected Outcomes

   • Describe the potential short-term, medium-term, and long-term effects of the policy implementation on reducing food poisoning cases and improving awareness.

4. Interview Data Integration

   • Use the findings from interviews conducted on the Penn State campus to highlight specific misconceptions and behaviors:
     • Example interview questions include:
       • Do you wash your hands before eating?
       • How long do you wash your hands on average?
       • Have you had food poisoning? If yes, which food caused it?
       • Do you believe vegetarians are at lower risk of food poisoning?
       • Would you prefer cheap retail store groceries (e.g., Giant, Weis) or expensive farmer’s market groceries? Why?
       • Do you think your last meal would have caused food poisoning if you got sick?
       • What foods do you believe are most likely to cause food poisoning?
   • Use these data points to identify patterns in misconceptions and behaviors that the policy should address.

Note: Ensure your short paper is no more than 7 double-spaced pages, thoroughly reviewing the scientific literature and addressing all aspects of the policy implementation. Incorporate the Penn State campus interview findings to provide concrete examples and support for your arguments.