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Tip: In this course, we use Chicago Style, NOT MLA as described in the Magrino textbook


Exercises (in-class)

Newspaper Exercise, Magrino, p. 7

Six Ps Exercise, Magrino, p. 9

  • A means for analyzing a project idea in terms of:
  • Patron, Population, Problem, Paradigm, Plan, Price

Cover letter / Resume (1 page each), Magrino, p. 125

  • in response to a job posting on the Internet (bring / submit a copy of it with FINAL DRAFT.
  • Prepared according to standards discussed in class
  • Proofread, no errors
  • On time for Peer Revision
  • On time for FINAL Submission for Grading

White Paper (2 pages) - Magrino p. 145

  • A document that describes a current problem - i.e., documenting and quantifying the problem IN ADVANCE OF THE INITIAL SALES LETTER.

(Comment.gif: This is MORE THAN A DESCRIPTION OR YOUR PASSION FOR SOLVING THE PROBLEM.)

  • Focused on the Funding Source's Needs
  • Helps you organize information, define scope
  • Includes significant Fieldwork covering:
  1. Identifies with People
  2. Points to a problem
  3. Faces complexity (for a sufficiently detailed proposal)
  4. Suggests lines of research (i.e., library research, other kinds of research)
  5. Positions the work within a paradigm (i.e., a definite approach to the problem or issue? Or, within a discipline or field of study?

Chicago Style

Annotated Bibliography - (4 citations - 2 pages) - Magrino, pp. 155-163

  • A preliminary Works Cited page with notes or "Annotations" are added after each entry - summarizing what the sources says and how it will be useful to a project. Also - is this quantifying the problem or setting up the research paradigm
  • Includes description, samples and peer review form(s)

Initial Sales Letter (4 pages) - DRAFT 1 of FINAL PAPER - Magrino, pp. 169-173 (Chapter 5)

Benefits

  • DRAFT of the Final Paper
    • Organize your research, presenting information clearly
    • Obtain feedback on work-to-date
    • Practice in presentation writing

Key Elements

  • Single spaced, not including Works Cited - (re: 500 words per page)
  • Represents initial correspondence to Patron (in the form of a letter)
  • Addresses specific person by name
  • Explains a current problem
  • Explains some of initial research towards a solution (your Paradigm)
  • Cites research (Chicago Style)
  • Plan of action and associated costs
  • Closes w/ invitation to Oral Presentation
  • Appends list of Works Cited with at least four (4) sources cited in Chicago Style - (Comment.gif: at least six (6) sources are required for the FINAL Paper)

Requirements

  • Adheres to proper letter or memo format
  • Discussions, documents and quantifies the problem
  • Highlights the reader's concerns about the topic
  • Cites specific facts and examples from your research
  • Briefly proposes a plan and provides rationale for it
  • Convinces reader to hear / learn more
  • Provides list of Works Cited (Chicago Style)
  • Proofread for errors and appearance

Oral Presentation to Patron (10 minutes) - DRAFT 2 OF FINAL PAPER - Magrino, pp. 191-206, Chapter 6

  • Not including preparation time, class Q&A
  • Rationale: make a leadership statement for a specific audience - that puts info into action - by proposing a research-justified solution to a well-defined problem.
  • An "Oral Draft" of Final Paper (Proposal)
  • Use 6Ps to create presentation and close with Call to Action. (Magrino, p.292)
  • Use visual / graphic aids

Benefits

  • rehearse audience-awareness
  • organize your research
  • develop your plan
  • get feedback from class and instructor
  • guidance for improving project
  • public speaking practice / oral persuasion

Instructions

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Tip: Preparing for Speaking in Public - Watch these Videos!


  1. Three (3) Ways to Express Your Thoughts So that Everyone Will Understand You (4:56)
  2. Good Communication is more than the words you use, by Alan Alda (7:25)
  • Yes, the Speaker looks O-L-D and sounds S-L-O-W!! BUT THERE IS GREAT WISDOM HERE - AND IT WORKS!
  • Observe the Speaker's voice tone, posture and delivery ([https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Alda Alan Alda of Emmy-award winning M.A.S.H. TV Show). There are pitches and pops and cracks in his voice - he is NOT perfect, but he is ENGAGING. You can do the same. Be enthusiastic, engaged and express who you are - don't worry about trying to be someone else or Tony Robbins!

Content for the Oral Presentation

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Tip: The Oral Presentation of the Final Paper is an ORAL VERSION of the Final Paper. This Presentation is NOT A THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE - it must include SUBSTANTIVE CONTENT as in the written version of the Final Paper. Use visuals / images / graphics in your slides because all text slides are boring.


  • The Oral Presentation will be about 10 minutes duration

Slide Preparation

  • The Presentation includes slides (Google Slides and/or use of presentational aids (i.e., talking using notes, chalkboard or whiteboard, creating or showing a video, demonstration
  • Use the Arial Font - Headlines 40 points; Body Text 30 points
  1. Slide 1 - Title Slide & Image
  2. Slide 2 - Agenda:
    1. 6Ps - Patron, Problem, Population
    2. 6Ps - Paradigm, Plan, Price
    3. Discussion / Q&A
    4. Invitation / “Ask”
  3. Slide 3 - Patron, Problem & Context
  4. Slide 4, 5, - Problem (and context)
  5. 'Slide 6 - Population
  6. Slide 7, 8 - Paradigm / Models of Success
  7. Slide 9- Plan
  8. Slide 10 - Budget (Price)
  9. Slide 11 - Works Cited
  10. Slide 12 - The Opportunity / Ask - Invitation to Patron to Ask Questions
  11. Slide 13 - Visual Image (compelling) - close

Preparing How You Look - Clothes & Presentation Style

Online Presentations & VoiceThread

Instructor / Peer Feedback & Evaluation

Students will receive feedback from the Instructor. (They may also receive online evaluation feedback by student peers - if time is available)

  1. Audience: How well did the Candidate address the interviewer (employer)?
  2. Eye Contact: How well did the Candidate address those actually present?
  3. Body Language: How was the Candidate's appearance, posture and body language?
  4. Vocal Delivery: How was the Candidate's volume, enunciation and pace?
  5. Evidence: Did the Candidate support claims, give examples, reference facts and CAR stories?
  6. Preparation: Was the Candidate prepared? Did you note careful planning, good time management and smooth transitions?
  7. Organization: Was the Candidate organized? Were his/her answers logical and easy to follow?
  8. Visuals / Images / Graphics: Were there sufficient, attractive and useful visual graphic aids?
  9. Attitude: Did the Candidate demonstrate confidence, respect and interest? (Comment.gif: Attitude may also include: PRESENCE & PERSONALITY)
  10. Knowledge: Did the Candidate demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the subject matter?
  11. Comments / Suggestions for Improvement: Please share your ideas as to how the Presenter could improve
  12. Followed Assignment Instructions: 100% Followed Instructions: Yes / No

Final Blog Post - Course Learnings & Takeaways

  • For the Final Blob Post, please include a reflection on What Worked Well (WWW) in your Presentation, and what could have worked better (WWW)

FINAL PAPER (5-7 pages) - Magrino, pp. 211-277 (Chapter 7)

  • Rationale: make a leadership statement (Project Proposal) for a specific audience - that puts info into action - by proposing a research-justified solution to a well-defined problem.

Features

  • consistent professional tone
  • clearly numbered pages
  • coherence - rhetorical, design and signposting strategies
  • clearly distinguished headings and subheads - to guide the reader - easy comprehension
  • list items with bullets or numbers
  • label and number all graphics and figures
  • consistent typography, style


Final Paper Sections (parts)

  1. Cover Page with Title - not numbered
  2. Executive Summary - 1-2 paragraphs (Roman numerals (iv-v)
  3. Introduction - 1 pages (Arabic numeral 1+)
  4. Literature Review - 1 page
  5. Plan - 1 page
  6. Budget & Assumptions - 1 page (visual)
  7. Discussion - 1 page & Evaluation Plan - use Bullet points, SMART Goals & Explanation of Your Rationale
  8. Works Cited (minimum of 6) (Chicago style) - 1/2 page
  9. Visual Aids (or Figures) - incorporated into the text when possible
  10. Appendix (if necessary)

For SMLR Fall 2018 Class

Page 1

  • Cover Page with Title + Image
  • Executive Summary (1-2 paragraphs)

Page 2 +3

  • Introduction - ¾ page
  • Literature Review - ¾ page

Page 4 + 5

  • Plan - 1 page
  • Budget & Assumptions - 1 page (table - ½ page)

Page 6 + 7

  • Discussion - 1 page
  • Evaluation Plan - use Bullet points, SMART Goals & Explanation of Your Rationale

Page 8

  • Works Cited (minimum of 4) (Chicago style) - 1/2 page

Appendix

  • If necessary)


Instructions

Structure and Format for Final Paper

  • Write your Full Name (First, Last), Email Address and Phone Number (with area code) - at the top of the paper
  • 12 points, Times New Roman font
  • 1 pages = 500 words per page); Single-spaced
  • Use headings (as below)
  • 1 inch margins
  • Submitted to Canvas as MSFT Word Document
  • Properly Name Document (i.e., Shawn Fisher_Final Proposal)
  1. Visual Aids (or Figures) - incorporated into the text when possible

Cover Page with Title

  • not numbered

Executive Summary

  • 1-2 paragraphs (i.e., 250 words total)

Introduction

  • 1 page

Literature Review

  • 1 page

Plan

  • 1 page

Budget & Assumptions

  • 1 page
  • Use table for Budget

Discussion & Evaluation Plan

  • Discussion - 1 page
  • Evaluation Plan - use 5-7 Bullet Points, SMART Goals; also include explanation of your Rationale
  • What are my SMART Goals (i.e., Specific; Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-based)

Works Cited (6)

  • 1/2 page
  1. Works Cited (minimum of 6) (Chicago style)

Appendix

  • if necessary



Reflection Discussion: Course Learnings & Take-A-Ways (400 - 500 words)

  • What Did I Learn About Myself?
  • What Am I Going to Do Differently? Why?
  • What are my SMART Goals (i.e., Specific; Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-based)
  • What are the Take-A-Ways / Key Learnings from this Course?

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