Due Date: Sunday at 11:59 pm of Unit 1 Points: 100 Overview: Assignment Brief Description: For your first assignment, you will prepare a short 2-3 minute speech introducing yourself to your classmates. You may record the video using your cell phone or webcam using the MindTap tools linked in Unit 1. You are encouraged to watch each speech to get to know your classmates, but do not have to comment on each for the discussion grade. Instructions: • In your speech, please address the following: o What is your name or the name you preferred to be called? o What part of the United States or world do you live in? o What is your major at Post University? o What are your future career goals? o What kinds of communication skills are necessary to be successful in your future career? o How do you think future developments in technology and media may change or impact your future career field? MindTap Tools: • You will record and save your speech in Bongo platform in Mindtap: o Click on the MindTap Content folder link in the Unit. o Choose “Introduction Speech (Unit 1)” and record your introduction. o Return to the Unit in Blackboard, click on the assignment, and type ”Done” in the box for it to be graded. Tips and Guidelines: • Pay attention to your presentation style. Be sure to speak loudly and clearly so the audience can hear you. • Record your video in a small, quiet space with plenty of light and be sure there is no audio feedback on the recording. • Position yourself in the center of the frame so your facial expressions and other body language are in clear view. COM107: Introduction to Communication Unit 1 Discussion: Intro Discussion Video • Think about your appearance. Dress appropriately for your speech, like you would in a classroom environment. • Pay attention to the time requirements and stay within the limits. • Prepare your speech and practice it a few times before submitting. Requirements: • Video length: 2-3 minutes • Speak clearly and concisely. Be sure to read the criteria by which your work will be evaluated before you write and again after you write. Evaluation Rubric for Unit 1 Intro Discussion Video CRITERIA Deficient Needs Improvement Proficient Exemplary (0-5 Points) (6-7 Points) (8-9 Points) (10 Points) Stated name or preferred name for addressing Name and preferred name for addressing are missing. N/A N/A Name and preferred name for addressing presented. Stated location Speaker’s location is missing. N/A N/A Speaker’s location is fully and clearly defined and presented, including all details. Stated major at Post University Major at Post is missing or poorly presented. Major at Post is present, but is missing key details. Major at Post is present, but is missing minor details. Major at Post is fully and clearly defined and presen ...

1. Due Date: Sunday at 11:59 pm of Unit 1
Points: 100
Overview:
Assignment Brief Description: For your first assignment, you
will prepare a short 2-3
minute speech introducing yourself to your classmates. You
may record the video using
your cell phone or webcam using the MindTap tools linked in
Unit 1. You are
encouraged to watch each speech to get to know your
classmates, but do not have to
comment on each for the discussion grade.
Instructions:
• In your speech, please address the following:
o What is your name or the name you preferred to be called?
o What part of the United States or world do you live in?
o What is your major at Post University?
o What are your future career goals?
o What kinds of communication skills are necessary to be
successful in your
future career?
o How do you think future developments in technology and
media may

2. change or impact your future career field?
MindTap Tools:
• You will record and save your speech in Bongo platform in
Mindtap:
o Click on the MindTap Content folder link in the Unit.
o Choose “Introduction Speech (Unit 1)” and record your
introduction.
o Return to the Unit in Blackboard, click on the assignment, and
type ”Done”
in the box for it to be graded.
Tips and Guidelines:
• Pay attention to your presentation style. Be sure to speak
loudly and clearly so
the audience can hear you.
• Record your video in a small, quiet space with plenty of light
and be sure there is
no audio feedback on the recording.
• Position yourself in the center of the frame so your facial
expressions and other
body language are in clear view.
COM107: Introduction to Communication
Unit 1 Discussion: Intro Discussion Video

3. • Think about your appearance. Dress appropriately for your
speech, like you
would in a classroom environment.
• Pay attention to the time requirements and stay within the
limits.
• Prepare your speech and practice it a few times before
submitting.
Requirements:
• Video length: 2-3 minutes
• Speak clearly and concisely.
Be sure to read the criteria by which your work will be
evaluated before you write
and again after you write.

4. Evaluation Rubric for Unit 1 Intro Discussion Video
CRITERIA Deficient Needs Improvement Proficient Exemplary
(0-5 Points) (6-7 Points) (8-9 Points) (10 Points)
Stated name or
preferred name
for addressing
Name and
preferred name
for addressing are
missing.
N/A N/A Name and

5. preferred name for
addressing
presented.
Stated location Speaker’s location
is missing.
N/A N/A Speaker’s location
is fully and clearly
defined and
presented,
including all
details.
Stated major at
Post University
Major at Post is
missing or poorly
presented.
Major at Post is
present, but is
missing key
details.
Major at Post is
present, but is
missing minor
details.
Major at Post is
fully and clearly
defined and
presented,
including all

6. details.
Discussed
furture career
goals
Discussion on
future career
success goals is
missing or poorly
presented.
Discussion on
future career
success goals is
present, but is
missing key
details.
Discussion on
future career
success goals is
present, but is
missing minor
details.
Discussion on
future career
success goals is
fully and clearly
defined and
presented,
including all
details.
Discussed forms

7. of
communication
necessary for
success in
future career
Discussion on
forms of
communication for
future career
success is
missing or poorly
presented.
Discussion on
forms of
communication
for future career
success is
present, but is
missing key
details.
Discussion on
forms of
communication
for future career
success is
present, but is
missing minor
details.
Discussion on
forms of
communication for
future career

8. success is fully
and clearly defined
and presented,
including all
details.
Discussed how
future
developments in
technology and
media might
impact future
career field
Discussion on the
effects of future
technology
developments is
missing or poorly
presented.
Discussion on the
effects of future
technology
developments is
present, but is
missing key
details.
Discussion on the
effects of future
technology
developments is
present, but is
missing minor
details.

9. Discussion on the
effects of future
technology
developments is
fully and clearly
defined and
presented,
including all
details.
Dressed
appropriately
Speaker is not
appropriately
dressed as if
N/A N/A
Speaker is
appropriately
dressed as if
presenting in a
classroom setting.
presenting in a
classroom setting.
Adequate
lighting
Video is very dark
or far too bright.

10. Speaker is not
distinguishable
from the
background.
Video is viewable
but is somewhat
dark or too bright.
Speaker is
somewhat
distinguishable
from the
background.
Video is viewable
but is slightly dark
or slightly bright.
Speaker is
distinguishable
from the
background.
Video has very
well balanced
lighting and
visually clear.
Speaker stands
out well from the
background.
Adequate voice
clarity and
volume
Voice is not
heard.

11. Voice is not easily
heard and words
are not articulated
well.
Voice is heard
but words may or
may not be
articulated well.
Voice is clearly
heard and words
are articulated
well.
Video time
length
Less than 2 or
more than 3
minutes.
N.A N/A More than 2 and
less than 3
minutes.
Content and Organization
% Earned
Comments
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word analysis of Juvenile sentencing

12. that addresses the following:
· The effect of the Juvenile sentencing policy on all involved
stakeholders
· The role of the courts in creating or enforcing the policy
· Any recommendations to change the policy and an explanation
of why you would make these changes
Include two or three peer-reviewed articles to support your
analysis.
Format your analysis consistent with APA guidelines.
Submit your assignment.
· Word Count Met
1/1
· Identify and Describe the roles of the stakeholders of the
sentencing process
/15
· Describe the effect of the sentencing process on the
stakeholders
/10
· Describe the role of the courts in creating and enforcing policy
/20
· Recommendations to change policy with explanations
/20
The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic
and previews major points.
/2
The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and

13. reviews the major points.
/2
Readability and Style
/15
Comments
Paragraph transitions are present and logical and maintain the
flow throughout the paper.
The tone is appropriate to the content and assignment.
Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.
Sentences are well-constructed, with consistently strong, varied
sentences.
Sentence transitions are present and maintain the flow of
thought.
Mechanics
/15
Comments
The paper, including the title page, reference page, tables, and
appendices, follow APA guidelines for format.
Citations of original works within the body of the paper follow
APA guidelines.
The paper is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles,
and white space.
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.
Spelling is correct.
Total Percent

14. /100
.
DQ: Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
Do you favor the liberal or conservative approach to juvenile
justice and should we continue to certify juveniles as adults?
Provide evidence to support your position
Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word analysis of Juvenile sentencing
that addresses the following:
The effect of the Juvenile sentencing policy on all involved
stakeholders
The role of the courts in creating or enforcing the policy
Any recommendations to change the policy and an explanation
of why you would make these changes
Include two or three peer-reviewed articles to support your
analysis.
Format your analysis consistent with APA guidelines.
DQ: Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
Should prisoners who are terminally ill or over the age of 75 be
paroled, even if they are not parole eligible?
Give reasons for your answer.