Writing in labor and employment relations/Assignment descriptions

Newspaper Exercise, Magrino, p. 7

 * Choose one (1) story that could be the basis of a project proposal. You can get ideas for from SMLR - E-List / Archives. Visit: http://wikieducator.org/Writing_in_labor_and_employment_relations/Syllabus#Articles_.26_Resources
 * Practice the process of Project Development

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.


 * 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

 * See: http://wikieducator.org/Writing_in_labor_and_employment_relations/References

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)

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 -

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

 * 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

 * 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:
 * 3) 6Ps - Patron, Problem, Population
 * 4) 6Ps - Paradigm, Plan, Price
 * 5) Discussion / Q&A
 * 6) Invitation / “Ask”
 * 7) Slide 3 - Patron, Problem & Context
 * 8) Slide 4, 5, - Problem (and context)
 * 9) 'Slide 6 - Population
 * 10) Slide 7, 8 - Paradigm / Models of Success
 * 11) Slide 9- Plan
 * 12) Slide 10 - Budget (Price)
 * 13)  Slide 11 - Works Cited
 * 14) Slide 12 - The Opportunity / Ask - Invitation to Patron to Ask Questions
 * 15) Slide 13 - Visual Image (compelling) - close

Online Presentations & VoiceThread

 * Content coming soon
 * See: https://www.nccu.edu/knowledgebase/faq.cfm?id=481

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?
 * 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

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