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This document provides guidance on writing introductions and conclusions for academic essays. It explains that an introduction should introduce the topic, focus the specific issue being examined, and outline the essay's structure. The introduction may also include a thesis statement. A conclusion should summarize the main points in the order presented and restate the thesis. It should not introduce new information and should discuss the implications of the arguments presented. Resources for further developing essay writing skills are also provided.
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Academic Essay Structure Adapted from Rao, V, Channock.docx
Academic Essay Structure
Adapted from Rao, V, Channock, K & Krishnan, L 2007, A Visual Guide to Essay Writing, Association for Academic Language and
Learning (ALL), Sydney.
Introduce the discipline, field, context and the topic
Why is the topic interesting to the discipline?
The “So what?” factor
Discipline or Field of enquiry
Topic
Actual task
What is the underlying question you are being
asked to resolve
Section: Context and theory
Background
Paragraph
Paragraph
Draw together your findings
Based on analysis from each section of your essay
Focus
What is the current thinking and debate surrounding your topic?
Outline the problem, define any terms, scope and time and place
(context)
Signpost the structure of your argument
Let the reader know the sequence your essay will take
introduce the sections and issues to follow
State your conclusions
Based on your findings
Outline the implications of your evaluation and conclusions for the
discipline and the debates surrounding the essay topic
Present your thesis statement
This is where you present your argument and your
answer to the essay question
Section: First issue
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
Section: Second issue
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
Section: Context and theory
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
The body of
your essay
contains a
discussion and
exploration of
your thesis.
This is
supported
throughout by
evidence from
the literature
or from
empirical
research
Around 10-
15% of the
overall
essay
length
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Around
80% of the
overall
essay
length
Around 5-
10% of the
overall
essay
length
Paragraph structure
A paragraph should have
one key point or idea
and be around 100-200
words long
The opening sentence is
the topic sentence and
introduces the key idea
of the paragraph and
should draw the readers
interest
Supporting sentences
provide evidence and
examples for the idea in
the paragraph
The final sentence is the
linking sentence. It links
to the main idea of the
next paragraph
Essay Structure
Introduction
This section is important as it is what the reader reads first. It should explain to the reader what your
essay is about. See the Quicktip on paragraph writing.
Body
The body of an essay is where your argument is developed. It should be written in correctly formed
paragraphs. See the Quicktip on paragraph writing.
Conclusion
The conclusion draws your argument together. It is generally a shorter paragraph than the
Introduction. It should restate the thesis statement, to leave the reader with your argued position in
their minds.
Topic
The topic is the task or question that has been set for you by your lecturer. It is always essential that
you address exactly what is asked of you. Marks will not be given for a response that is not on.
Writing a First Draft General Organization of an Argument .docx
Writing a First Draft
General Organization of an Argument
|
General Organization of the Course Project
|
What to Include in the Introduction
|
Body Section I
|
Acknowledge the Opposing View
|
Using American Psychological Association (APA) Documentation Style
For the remainder of the course, we will focus on drafting and refining your paper; that effort begins with the draft you’ll write this week. By now you’ve conducted library and Internet research for information to support your topic. You’ve read a variety of sources of research. You’ve also written assignments over the past few weeks that contain material that you can incorporate into the draft. Now you will combine the components into the paragraphs and pages of your project. This week, you’ll plan your Course Project and write the first two sections.
How do you get there? It’s not as difficult as you might think.
General Organization of an Argument
Back to Top
If you’ve ever watched a courtroom scene, you’re familiar with the basic organization that is used to persuade an audience using an argument. One side introduces an issue, usually with background information. The opposing argument is stated and then taken apart point by point to create reasonable doubt. The audience is then presented with the main argument. The main argument is presented logically so that the audience can easily follow. This means that one section is presented at a time, each one supported by reasonable evidence from experts, witnesses, or personal testimony. The argument ends with a conclusion asserting the final persuasive points that are left to the audience to make a conclusion about.
Similarly the Course Project will have a recognizable structure.
General Organization of the Course Project
Back to Top
The Course Project consists of the following sections.
Introduction
Attention-getting hook
Topic, purpose, and thesis
Background
Relevance to reader
Body
Logically presented, point-by-point argument with evidence
(the number of sections may differ by paper, but you should plan to have at least two sections)
Section 1 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 2 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 3 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 4 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 5 (2–5 paragraphs)
Conclusion
Each section has a distinct focus.
Introduction and Background
Engages the audience; identifies the topic, purpose, and thesis, and previews for the reader how the papers will be organized.
Body
Divides into sections that logically present the point-by-point argument with evidence; developed with two to five major sections with two to five paragraphs each.
Conclusion
Summarizes without repeating information and includes a call for action that outlines how the reader might think or act differently.
The first draft, due this week, will provide the introduction and one section of the body of the paper.
What to Include in the Introduction
Back to Top
The introduction contains the following elements.
Attention-getting hook
Topic, purpos.
INTRODUCTIONModule 3 Week 6 The Purpose StatementIn thi
INTRODUCTION
Module 3 Week 6: The Purpose Statement
In this course, you have learned that a final problem statement normally takes many months to develop. Yet this week, you are asked to begin to develop the purpose statement. This is not because your problem statement is finalized but because it is time for you to evaluate and practice creating the rest of the common components of the doctoral capstone. This is part of the iterative process of preparing the capstone.
Remember, though, that the assignments in this course are unlikely to be final versions of your study. The intention is to help you to understand and prepare for what you will need to write in your capstone.
The purpose statement serves as the connection between the problem being addressed and the focus of the study. Depending on the methodology, in:
· Quantitative studies, state what needs to be studied by describing two or more factors (variables) and a conjectured relationship between (among) them related to the identified gap in practice or problem;
· Qualitative studies, describe the need for increased understanding about the issue to be studied (based on the identified gap or problem); and
· Mixed-methods studies (with both quantitative and qualitative aspects), clarify how the two approaches will be used together to inform the study.
Notes on Readings
This week’s readings continue to provide information on how to review the research literature. Apply this guidance to your ongoing efforts to read and take notes interactively in the research relevant to your problem. The media and other resources, this week, will help you to develop your understanding of the purpose statement.
The reading in the Single text, this week, can help you to fine tune your system for scholarly reading and note taking via the use of your citation management software.
This week, Thomas provides detailed instructions about how to interact with, and review, the research literature. These skills are critical in your work on your doctorate.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
· Apply technological tools to find, analyze, and evaluate existing research
· Analyze purpose statements
· Apply knowledge of APA references
· Apply knowledge of doctoral study
Assignment: The Purpose and Problem Statements
Stephen King, who has written more than 50 novels—and other books that have sold hundreds of millions of copies—also wrote about how he writes. In his book, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, King explains that his iterative approach to writing involves writing, putting it aside, writing something else, and then returning to the first draft.
While it is unlikely you will adopt Stephen King’s ritual for draft versions, recognize that “writing drafts” are an essential part of the process. This week’s writing assignment allows you to present an improved and refined problem statement and an aligned purpose statement.
To Prepare
For this revision of your purpose and problem statements, apply what you have learn ...
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Basic Steps to Review an Article.pptx
Reviewing an article involves critically evaluating its content, structure, and overall effectiveness. Whether you are reviewing an article for a class assignment, a publication, or your own research, here are some steps you can follow:
1. Read the Article Carefully
Start by reading the article thoroughly to understand its main arguments, key points, and overall message. Take notes on important concepts, evidence, and any confusing or unclear passages.
2. Understand the Purpose and Audience
Identify the purpose of the article. Is it informative, persuasive, analytical, or something else?
Consider the target audience and assess whether the article effectively communicates to that audience.
3. Evaluate the Title and Abstract
Check if the title accurately reflects the content of the article.
Evaluate the abstract for a concise summary of the main points and findings.
4. Examine the Introduction
Assess how well the introduction introduces the topic and sets the stage for the article. Look for a clear thesis statement or research question. A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay, research paper, or any other piece of academic writing. It is typically one or two sentences located near the end of the introduction. The thesis statement presents the author's position or perspective on the topic and provides a roadmap for the reader to understand the main ideas or arguments that will be discussed in the rest of the paper. In essence, the thesis statement serves as a central idea that the entire paper revolves around. It should be clear, specific, and arguable, meaning that someone could potentially disagree with it. A well-crafted thesis statement helps guide the reader and sets the tone for the overall argument or analysis presented in the article.
5. Analyze the Methodology (If Applicable)
If the article involves research, evaluate the methodology used. Assess the study design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques.
6. Evaluate the Literature Review (If Applicable)
Consider the quality and depth of the literature review. Is it comprehensive, relevant, and up-to-date?
7. Assess the Main Body
Evaluate the organization and structure of the main body. Check for logical flow between paragraphs and sections. Analyze the evidence provided to support the main arguments.
8. Review the Conclusion
Assess the conclusion for its effectiveness in summarizing key points and reinforcing the main argument. whether the conclusion provides avenues for future research or implications for practice.
9. Check for Clarity and Coherence
Evaluate the clarity of the writing. Look for jargon or unclear language and suggest improvements. Check for coherence in the overall narrative and logical connections between ideas.
10. Consider the Use of Citations
Assess how well the author integrates and cites relevant sources. Check for accuracy and consistency in citation style.
Writing Argumentative Essay.pptx
Learning Target: By the end of the lesson:
I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
Success Criteria:
* I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
* I can write a precise clear thesis statement.
* I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay.
* I can create an argumentative essay on the selected topic.
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Academic Essay Structure Adapted from Rao, V, Channock.docx
Academic Essay Structure
Adapted from Rao, V, Channock, K & Krishnan, L 2007, A Visual Guide to Essay Writing, Association for Academic Language and
Learning (ALL), Sydney.
Introduce the discipline, field, context and the topic
Why is the topic interesting to the discipline?
The “So what?” factor
Discipline or Field of enquiry
Topic
Actual task
What is the underlying question you are being
asked to resolve
Section: Context and theory
Background
Paragraph
Paragraph
Draw together your findings
Based on analysis from each section of your essay
Focus
What is the current thinking and debate surrounding your topic?
Outline the problem, define any terms, scope and time and place
(context)
Signpost the structure of your argument
Let the reader know the sequence your essay will take
introduce the sections and issues to follow
State your conclusions
Based on your findings
Outline the implications of your evaluation and conclusions for the
discipline and the debates surrounding the essay topic
Present your thesis statement
This is where you present your argument and your
answer to the essay question
Section: First issue
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
Section: Second issue
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
Section: Context and theory
Analyse and evaluate
Paragraph
Paragraph
The body of
your essay
contains a
discussion and
exploration of
your thesis.
This is
supported
throughout by
evidence from
the literature
or from
empirical
research
Around 10-
15% of the
overall
essay
length
I
N
T
R
O
D
U
C
T
I
O
N
B
O
D
Y
C
O
N
C
L
U
S
I
O
N
Around
80% of the
overall
essay
length
Around 5-
10% of the
overall
essay
length
Paragraph structure
A paragraph should have
one key point or idea
and be around 100-200
words long
The opening sentence is
the topic sentence and
introduces the key idea
of the paragraph and
should draw the readers
interest
Supporting sentences
provide evidence and
examples for the idea in
the paragraph
The final sentence is the
linking sentence. It links
to the main idea of the
next paragraph
Essay Structure
Introduction
This section is important as it is what the reader reads first. It should explain to the reader what your
essay is about. See the Quicktip on paragraph writing.
Body
The body of an essay is where your argument is developed. It should be written in correctly formed
paragraphs. See the Quicktip on paragraph writing.
Conclusion
The conclusion draws your argument together. It is generally a shorter paragraph than the
Introduction. It should restate the thesis statement, to leave the reader with your argued position in
their minds.
Topic
The topic is the task or question that has been set for you by your lecturer. It is always essential that
you address exactly what is asked of you. Marks will not be given for a response that is not on.
Writing a First Draft General Organization of an Argument .docx
Writing a First Draft
General Organization of an Argument
|
General Organization of the Course Project
|
What to Include in the Introduction
|
Body Section I
|
Acknowledge the Opposing View
|
Using American Psychological Association (APA) Documentation Style
For the remainder of the course, we will focus on drafting and refining your paper; that effort begins with the draft you’ll write this week. By now you’ve conducted library and Internet research for information to support your topic. You’ve read a variety of sources of research. You’ve also written assignments over the past few weeks that contain material that you can incorporate into the draft. Now you will combine the components into the paragraphs and pages of your project. This week, you’ll plan your Course Project and write the first two sections.
How do you get there? It’s not as difficult as you might think.
General Organization of an Argument
Back to Top
If you’ve ever watched a courtroom scene, you’re familiar with the basic organization that is used to persuade an audience using an argument. One side introduces an issue, usually with background information. The opposing argument is stated and then taken apart point by point to create reasonable doubt. The audience is then presented with the main argument. The main argument is presented logically so that the audience can easily follow. This means that one section is presented at a time, each one supported by reasonable evidence from experts, witnesses, or personal testimony. The argument ends with a conclusion asserting the final persuasive points that are left to the audience to make a conclusion about.
Similarly the Course Project will have a recognizable structure.
General Organization of the Course Project
Back to Top
The Course Project consists of the following sections.
Introduction
Attention-getting hook
Topic, purpose, and thesis
Background
Relevance to reader
Body
Logically presented, point-by-point argument with evidence
(the number of sections may differ by paper, but you should plan to have at least two sections)
Section 1 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 2 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 3 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 4 (2–5 paragraphs)
Section 5 (2–5 paragraphs)
Conclusion
Each section has a distinct focus.
Introduction and Background
Engages the audience; identifies the topic, purpose, and thesis, and previews for the reader how the papers will be organized.
Body
Divides into sections that logically present the point-by-point argument with evidence; developed with two to five major sections with two to five paragraphs each.
Conclusion
Summarizes without repeating information and includes a call for action that outlines how the reader might think or act differently.
The first draft, due this week, will provide the introduction and one section of the body of the paper.
What to Include in the Introduction
Back to Top
The introduction contains the following elements.
Attention-getting hook
Topic, purpos.
INTRODUCTIONModule 3 Week 6 The Purpose StatementIn thi
INTRODUCTION
Module 3 Week 6: The Purpose Statement
In this course, you have learned that a final problem statement normally takes many months to develop. Yet this week, you are asked to begin to develop the purpose statement. This is not because your problem statement is finalized but because it is time for you to evaluate and practice creating the rest of the common components of the doctoral capstone. This is part of the iterative process of preparing the capstone.
Remember, though, that the assignments in this course are unlikely to be final versions of your study. The intention is to help you to understand and prepare for what you will need to write in your capstone.
The purpose statement serves as the connection between the problem being addressed and the focus of the study. Depending on the methodology, in:
· Quantitative studies, state what needs to be studied by describing two or more factors (variables) and a conjectured relationship between (among) them related to the identified gap in practice or problem;
· Qualitative studies, describe the need for increased understanding about the issue to be studied (based on the identified gap or problem); and
· Mixed-methods studies (with both quantitative and qualitative aspects), clarify how the two approaches will be used together to inform the study.
Notes on Readings
This week’s readings continue to provide information on how to review the research literature. Apply this guidance to your ongoing efforts to read and take notes interactively in the research relevant to your problem. The media and other resources, this week, will help you to develop your understanding of the purpose statement.
The reading in the Single text, this week, can help you to fine tune your system for scholarly reading and note taking via the use of your citation management software.
This week, Thomas provides detailed instructions about how to interact with, and review, the research literature. These skills are critical in your work on your doctorate.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
· Apply technological tools to find, analyze, and evaluate existing research
· Analyze purpose statements
· Apply knowledge of APA references
· Apply knowledge of doctoral study
Assignment: The Purpose and Problem Statements
Stephen King, who has written more than 50 novels—and other books that have sold hundreds of millions of copies—also wrote about how he writes. In his book, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, King explains that his iterative approach to writing involves writing, putting it aside, writing something else, and then returning to the first draft.
While it is unlikely you will adopt Stephen King’s ritual for draft versions, recognize that “writing drafts” are an essential part of the process. This week’s writing assignment allows you to present an improved and refined problem statement and an aligned purpose statement.
To Prepare
For this revision of your purpose and problem statements, apply what you have learn ...
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Basic Steps to Review an Article.pptx
Reviewing an article involves critically evaluating its content, structure, and overall effectiveness. Whether you are reviewing an article for a class assignment, a publication, or your own research, here are some steps you can follow:
1. Read the Article Carefully
Start by reading the article thoroughly to understand its main arguments, key points, and overall message. Take notes on important concepts, evidence, and any confusing or unclear passages.
2. Understand the Purpose and Audience
Identify the purpose of the article. Is it informative, persuasive, analytical, or something else?
Consider the target audience and assess whether the article effectively communicates to that audience.
3. Evaluate the Title and Abstract
Check if the title accurately reflects the content of the article.
Evaluate the abstract for a concise summary of the main points and findings.
4. Examine the Introduction
Assess how well the introduction introduces the topic and sets the stage for the article. Look for a clear thesis statement or research question. A thesis statement is a concise summary of the main point or claim of an essay, research paper, or any other piece of academic writing. It is typically one or two sentences located near the end of the introduction. The thesis statement presents the author's position or perspective on the topic and provides a roadmap for the reader to understand the main ideas or arguments that will be discussed in the rest of the paper. In essence, the thesis statement serves as a central idea that the entire paper revolves around. It should be clear, specific, and arguable, meaning that someone could potentially disagree with it. A well-crafted thesis statement helps guide the reader and sets the tone for the overall argument or analysis presented in the article.
5. Analyze the Methodology (If Applicable)
If the article involves research, evaluate the methodology used. Assess the study design, data collection methods, and analysis techniques.
6. Evaluate the Literature Review (If Applicable)
Consider the quality and depth of the literature review. Is it comprehensive, relevant, and up-to-date?
7. Assess the Main Body
Evaluate the organization and structure of the main body. Check for logical flow between paragraphs and sections. Analyze the evidence provided to support the main arguments.
8. Review the Conclusion
Assess the conclusion for its effectiveness in summarizing key points and reinforcing the main argument. whether the conclusion provides avenues for future research or implications for practice.
9. Check for Clarity and Coherence
Evaluate the clarity of the writing. Look for jargon or unclear language and suggest improvements. Check for coherence in the overall narrative and logical connections between ideas.
10. Consider the Use of Citations
Assess how well the author integrates and cites relevant sources. Check for accuracy and consistency in citation style.
Writing Argumentative Essay.pptx
Learning Target: By the end of the lesson:
I will be able to write a precise thesis statement and create an outline for an argumentative essay.
Success Criteria:
* I can read a model text and determine the structure & elements of an argumentative text.
* I can write a precise clear thesis statement.
* I can gather evidence and create an outline for my argumentative essay.
* I can create an argumentative essay on the selected topic.
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ThesisProject Guidelines for Graduate Students Acknowle.docx
Thesis/Project Guidelines
for Graduate Students
Acknowledgement: This guide is an abbreviated and heavily edited version of the MS Thesis Guidelines at the New Castle University in England.
1 Overview
These guidelines are intended to help you in the thesis/project process. Given that a thesis/project is an individual piece of work there is no intention unduly to restrict you in your approach. This document presents guidelines to support your work, therefore, and is not a set of absolute rules or procedures to which you must adhere. You will talk in more detail about your own project with your thesis/project supervisor.
In general, thesis/projects vary in style and approach according to your program of study. The following represent some core principles that differentiate a thesis from a practical project:
· Thesis: You undertake a thorough review of literature and of current knowledge and test the theoretical base for your work in some way in some practical situation. You typically present some hypothesis and test them for validity through some hands-on experiments, surveys or other instruments. The objective is to help the research community.
· Practical Project: You undertake a thorough investigation of a topic (e.g., use of mobile devices in healthcare) and develop deep understanding of the practical aspects and real life applications/implications of the field. You may develop prototypes or insightful reports that are of value to practitioners. The objective is to help the practitioner community.
The primary goal of the thesis/project is to allow you to enrich your knowledge and integrate your academic study with the analysis of related practical or theoretical work. The results produced should be publishable in a conference paper after minor additional work. This is not a requirement, just a desirable goal.
2 Assessment Criteria
2.1. The scope of assessment
Ideally, your thesis/project should reflect:
· A clear statement of the problem you have chosen to investigate
· A thorough reading of the relevant literature (practical or theoretical)
· Appropriate selection of a study approach
· An ability to synthesise various perspectives
· A good grasp of the theoretical and/or practical issues
· An ability to evaluate evidence, drawing appropriate conclusions and acknowledging ambiguity;
· Clarity of presentation
· A fluent style
2.2 How your work is Assessed
The thesis/project will be assessed by your advisor and other relevant experts as determined.
2.3 Presentation and format
Length: The Thesis/project should be between 10,000 to 12,000 words (it should not exceed 12,000 words), not including references and appendices.
You must submit an electronic copy of your work in PDF format.
There are no firm specific rules for content and presentation. However, thesis/projects will normally comprise:
· A Title Page (this is essential): including the title of the thesis/project, your name and degree course, ...
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Summarizing for the 21st Century
Adapted from the September 29 presentation at South Central Reading Council. I have taken out some pictures and graphics for online posting. Please note that I have this set as view-only, so downloads are not available.
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Paper Title:
No. of Pages: 7
Paper Style: APA Paper Type: Research
Taken English? Yes English as Second Language? No
Feedback Areas: Grammar & Mechanics, Sentence Structure
Paper Goals: This assignment is worth 350 points. I am not a good writer. I need help with
grammatical errors and use appropriate phrase. I need my paper to flow.
Proofing Summary:
Hello Deanna,
Thank you for submitting your research paper.
Strengths:
You've begun to gather a lot of potentially useful information here, including material from outside sources.
This helps to ensure there are plenty of detail to flesh out each topic included in the discussion.
Suggestions:
-Thesis Statement
-Essay Structure
The thesis should be framed to match the type of essay you are constructing, whether it be persuasion or
analysis functioning as the focus. Currently, the thesis states what you will discuss but is not framed in a
manner that shows what type of essay you're constructing.
Several issues with organization, grammar and mechanics have been noted throughout the essay. The
placement of quotes are important to the essay. Generally, quotes should be avoid being placed at the start or
end of the paragraphs. Specific example are covered in the essay.
If you would like to submit a revision of your paper, you are welcome to do so. We look forward to helping you
succeed!
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Consider avoiding quotes in the
introduction. The intro should be a basic
overview of the subject, to provide
general context that will help the reader
understand the subject you'll discuss.
Specific details on the subject should be
saved for the body paragraphs. The
thesis at the end of the introduction
should reflect the type of essay you're
constructing through its wording. For
example, if a persuasive essay is being
constructed, the thesis should present
the main idea of the paper as a claim on
the issue being discussed. This helps
clarify how the topics of discussion
should develop throughout the body
paragraphs.
Paragraphs should avoid ending with a
quote. There should be a statement after
each quote that gives your reason for
providing the comment, throughout the essay.
To ensure that sentence flow logically
throughout the paper, it would be
wise to end a sentence with a period
after it has expressed a full idea. This
helps to avoid issues with run-on
sentence throughout the paper.
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The main ideas that function as the
topic sentences of each body
paragraph should allude to the
supporting ideas stated in the thesis
statement. This shows that .
Week 3 APA Module AssignmentWeek 3 APA Module Assignmentb. Lis.docx
Week 3 APA Module Assignment
Week 3 APA Module Assignment
b. Listen to the tutorial or download and review the transcript on APA and answer the questions below
After reviewing the presentation, compose a 2-paragraph response in which you address each of the following points:
1. Why is APA Style used to document ideas in writing? What is the purpose of the in-text citation? Demonstrate your understanding of the in-text citation by providing an in-text citation for the article you summarized for the week 2 assignment. (15 points)
2. In the article that you summarized in week 2, you may have found some information that you want to quote directly. To demonstrate the process for citing a direct quote, provide an example of properly quoted material. (20 points)
Week 3 Grading Rubric for Proposal Pitch
Central Idea/ Focus: thesis statement or main exists; all ideas consistently address this main idea. Off-topic or irrelevant ideas should not exist. 10 points
Support/ Development of Ideas: Ideas are sufficiently developed for each point. ideas are sufficiently developed for each point. Three points for each of the five sections of the document. 15 points
Organization/ Structure: the internal structure of a piece of writing, the thread of central meaning. All ideas are organized well without any missing or incomplete components. The answers are from one to three sentences each. 10 points
APA including Paper Format: correct title page, headers, second page title, margins, alignment, spacing, font and size. 10 points
Grammar/Mechanics/Style:Grammar refers to correctness of language usage, mechanics refers to conventional correctness in capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Style includes word choice, sentence variety, clarity, and conciseness. Also, sentences vary in length and structure; ideas are clear, logical, and concise. 5 points
Running head: YOUR TITLE GOES HERE 1
YOUR TITLE GOES HERE 3
Your Course Project Title Goes Here
First Last Name
Name of University
Your Course Project Title Goes Here
The purpose of a proposal is to highlight standout ideas, and to do so in a manner that can convince an audience to support a project. Proposals delivered in a workplace are often part of a competitive process in which the strongest proposal is offered the business. In these contexts, effective word choice and professional delivery define the effective communication of an idea. Your research proposal will be presented as a sentence outline. As the name suggests, the sentence outline presents complete thoughts in complete sentences as opposed to phrases. In each section of the proposal, choose ideas with the goal of persuading your reader to believe that you are interested in the topic and ready to learn how to develop the topic into a project. Use a complete sentence to provide the response to each of the questions below. You can use first person. Use APA documentation for the final section of the proposal to document any sources re.
As a team, you are to do your research and develop a PowerPoint wi.docx
As a team, you are to do your research and develop a PowerPoint with voice over presentation that can be used to make a formal presentation to the VP of HR. Please note you are making this presentation to your Professor who is the VP of HR for this company.
Remember in your project work you have address the cost of purchase which should include the cost of customization to convert the off-the-shelf purchased system into a ready to use turn-key HRIS/Payroll integrated solution for the company. Also training costs of current employees in the use of the new system should be included. You also have to clearly lay out the benefits of the two
Your paper and presentation has to also include a ROI Analysis and Commentary based on research you do on ROI for HRIS Acquisitions.
There are two deliverables for this project:
First, you are to Prepare a PowerPoint Presentation for the VP of HR. The PowerPoint Presentation should be a voice over Presentation using VoiceThread.
Second, a report should be written as though you were giving it to your client the VP of HR. It should be clear, concise, and well thought out. Writing should be professional and clean.
Not to go over 20 page-count, however, it should be thorough.
· Include all aspects of the assignment grading criteria.
· Cite in text when using thoughts that are not your own. All sources must be appropriately cited—use APA for in text and reference list citation formatting.
· Include a reference page for source(s).
· Put the paper title information on a separate page.
· Use 12-point font (Arial, Times Roman), double spaced, and 1" margins as a standard format.
· Do not include extra lines between paragraphs, and so forth.
· Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and so forth, will all be taken into consideration when awarding points.
· Proofread your paper before submitting; spell check is not foolproof.
· Writing content is critical. If you make a statement, for example, "All people who break the law should improve their communication skills to stay out of jail," you need to substantiate that statement. If that statement is not your own thought or a statistic, cite. If it is your opinion, state that and explain what led you to that conclusion. Provide enough information to validate and explain the statement.
Treat this assignment as a real-world situation. This will give you the opportunity to practice how you would research and provide information as an HRM professional.
Course Syllabus
Course Description
Provides a framework for conducting and evaluating independent research in the fire
service by examining the basic principles and methodology for analyzing current fire-
related research.
Course Textbook(s)
Kumar, R. (2014). Research methodology: A step-by-step guide for beginners (4th
ed.). London, United Kingdom: Sage.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Locate, evaluate, and analyze fire-related research.
2. Demonstrate the application .
Table of Contents1Individual Assignment21.1Aims of the assignm.docx
Table of Contents
1Individual Assignment2
1.1Aims of the assignment2
1.2The Assignment Topic2
1.3Resources for the Individual Assignment2
2Process and Preparation4
2.1Plan Your Essay5
2.1.1Know the Purpose of Assignments5
2.1.2Addressing the Topic5
2.2Academic reading7
2.2.1How to Incorporate Your Own Ideas8
2.2.2Producing a Draft8
2.2.3Working towards the Final Version9
2.3Referencing9
2.3.1When to cite references9
2.3.2Citing Internet sources10
2.3.3The Reference List10
3Guide to Presentation and Structure10
3.1.1Introduction10
3.1.2Body of the Essay11
3.1.3Conclusion11
3.2Assignment Checklist12
4Assessment One Marking Rubric13
Individual AssignmentAims of the assignment
The aims of this assignment are for you to:
· Develop your understanding of the nature of the key organisational perspectives and their related theories;
· Demonstrate an understanding of the key perspectives and the meta-theoretical assumptions that underpin each;
· Develop research skills and the ability to assess the strengths and weaknesses of various debates and arguments;
· Demonstrate the ability to critically engage with academic literature and develop your own answer to a set question.
· Gain skills in the written presentation of an argument, including the ways in which scholars incorporate and acknowledge the ideas of other writers.The Assignment Topic
The assignment topic is as follows:
Four Organizational Theory perspectives, namely Modernist, Critical theorist, Symbolic Interpretivist and Postmodernist, produce different narratives about technology.
Choose two Organisational Theory perspectives. Based on your selected perspectives, identify and draw out the two readings out of the given list that match your chosen perspectives.
Critically analyse the two readings and evaluate how their ontological and epistemological positions result in a different understanding and narrative of technology within organisations. Resources for the Individual Assignment
The following are assignment resources from which you choose four that are relevant to your chosen perspectives:
1. Selwyn, N. (2002). ‘E-stablishing’an inclusive society? Technology, social exclusion and UK government policy making. Journal of Social Policy, 31(01), 1-20. CRITICAL THEORY
2. Spanos, Y. E., Prastacos, G. P., & Poulymenakou, A. (2002). The relationship between information and communication technologies adoption and management. Information & Management, 39(8), 659-675. MODERNIST
3. Cukier, W., Ngwenyama, O., Bauer, R., & Middleton, C. (2009). A critical analysis of media discourse on information technology: preliminary results of a proposed method for critical discourse analysis. Information Systems Journal, 19(2), 175-196. POSTMODERNIST
4. Ciborra, C. U., & Lanzara, G. F. (1994). Formative contexts and information technology: Understanding the dynamics of innovation in organizations.Accounting, management and information technologies, 4(2), 61-86. SYMBOLLIC INTERPRETIVIST
Based on your selected pers ...
Writing a project or research proposal
step by step way of writing a research / project proposal by khaemba stephen from kyambogo university
Organizing Your ArgumentRationale Welcome to O.docx
Organizing Your Argument
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Rationale: Welcome to “Organizing Your Argument.” This presentation is designed to introduce your students to the elements of an organized essay, including the introduction, the thesis, body paragraphs, topic sentences, counterarguments, and the conclusion. The twenty-one slides presented here are designed to aid the facilitator in an interactive presentation about constructing a well-organized argument. This presentation is ideal for the introduction of argument to a composition course, the beginning of a research unit, or the assignment of a written argument.
This presentation may be supplemented with OWL handouts, including “Developing an Outline” and “The Paragraph”.
Directions: Each slide is activated by a single mouse click, unless otherwise noted in bold at the bottom of each notes page.
Writer and Designer: Jennifer Liethen Kunka
Contributors: Muriel Harris, Karen Bishop, Bryan Kopp, Matthew Mooney, David Neyhart, and Andrew Kunka
Updated by H. Allen Brizee, 2007.
Developed with resources courtesy of the Purdue University Writing Lab
Grant funding courtesy of the Multimedia Instructional Development Center at Purdue University
© Copyright Purdue University, 2000, 2007.
What is an Argument?An argument involves the process of establishing a claim and then proving it with the use of logical reasoning, examples, and research.
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Activity: This slide offers a definition of the term “argument.” The facilitator may invite the audience to offer answers to the title question. Students often assume that building an argument is simply a confrontational activity designed to denigrate the opposition’s position. The facilitator may choose to explain to students that the focus of a strong argument should be upon a cohesive explanation of claims effectively paired with correlating evidence.
Why is Organization Important in Argument?Guides an audience through your reasoning processOffers a clear explanation of each argued pointDemonstrates the credibility of the writer
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Key Concept: Organization is an important component in any argument. Not only does a clear sense of organization guide the reader through the reasoning process, but it also demonstrates the credibility of the writer--that the writer has a clear conception of the issues involved and has the ability to offer a well-crafted response to the topic. An argument that has a confusing organization--that jumps from point to point without establishing connections between topics--is less likely to be convincing to its audience.
Organizing Your ArgumentTitleIntroductionThesis statementBody ParagraphsConstructing Topic SentencesBuilding Main PointsCountering the OppositionConclusion
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Rationale: This slide illustrates the topics covered in this presentation, as well as the ordering of the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion within an argument.
Title: Why You Need OneIntroduces the topic of discussion to the audienceGenerates re.
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Running head: PROBLEM STATEMENT 1
PROBLEM STATEMENT 3
Problem statement
Name:
Institution:
Date:
There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of all ages. According to Clark (2016), e-learning courses need to be integrated with instructional methods which align with high-quality research.” The implication is that the process of designing instructional designs should involve careful planning, preparing and researching in order to achieve high quality learning outcomes. In this regard, those responsible for designing must identify their strategic purpose as it predetermines the goals, objectives, expected outcomes, and resource allocation of the entire instruction model.
The main approach involves studying the critical elements in the design phases of an instructional model which enhances the learning experience of learners based on evidence-based literature. This is because humans apply appropriate cognitive processes to learn and thus instruction must adopt similar cognitive processing (Clark, 2016).The main purpose is therefore to emphasize the importance of good instructional design in enhancing the quality of education among instructors and learners. The objective involves highlighting the goals of an instructional program, the instructional objectives, relevant instructional materials and design assessment which rationalize the need for a good instructional design with the goal of engaging both learners and instructors. After all, learning is a process that requires the active participation of the learners (Reigeluth, 1987). This research study seeks to identify answers to two questions: a) What are the critical elements that build up a strong foundation for a good instructional design and b) what value do these elements offer to the learners and instructor who are the main consumers of learning instructional designs.
References
Clark, R.C. (2016). E-learning and the science of instruction: proven guideline for consumers and designers of multimedia. Walden University Library.
Regeiluth, C.M. (1987). Instructional Theories in Action: Lessons Illustrating Selected Theories and Models. Walden University Library.
Running head: PROBLEM STATEMENT 1
PROBLEM STATEMENT 6
Need working title
Problem statement
Tangela Jones
Walden University
11/10/18
Need section heading
There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of.
Running head PROBLEM STATEMENT .docx
Running head: PROBLEM STATEMENT 1
PROBLEM STATEMENT 3
Problem statement
Name:
Institution:
Date:
There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of all ages. According to Clark (2016), e-learning courses need to be integrated with instructional methods which align with high-quality research.” The implication is that the process of designing instructional designs should involve careful planning, preparing and researching in order to achieve high quality learning outcomes. In this regard, those responsible for designing must identify their strategic purpose as it predetermines the goals, objectives, expected outcomes, and resource allocation of the entire instruction model.
The main approach involves studying the critical elements in the design phases of an instructional model which enhances the learning experience of learners based on evidence-based literature. This is because humans apply appropriate cognitive processes to learn and thus instruction must adopt similar cognitive processing (Clark, 2016).The main purpose is therefore to emphasize the importance of good instructional design in enhancing the quality of education among instructors and learners. The objective involves highlighting the goals of an instructional program, the instructional objectives, relevant instructional materials and design assessment which rationalize the need for a good instructional design with the goal of engaging both learners and instructors. After all, learning is a process that requires the active participation of the learners (Reigeluth, 1987). This research study seeks to identify answers to two questions: a) What are the critical elements that build up a strong foundation for a good instructional design and b) what value do these elements offer to the learners and instructor who are the main consumers of learning instructional designs.
References
Clark, R.C. (2016). E-learning and the science of instruction: proven guideline for consumers and designers of multimedia. Walden University Library.
Regeiluth, C.M. (1987). Instructional Theories in Action: Lessons Illustrating Selected Theories and Models. Walden University Library.
Running head: PROBLEM STATEMENT 1
PROBLEM STATEMENT 6
Need working title
Problem statement
Tangela Jones
Walden University
11/10/18
Need section heading
There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of.
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ThesisProject Guidelines for Graduate Students Acknowle.docx
Thesis/Project Guidelines
for Graduate Students
Acknowledgement: This guide is an abbreviated and heavily edited version of the MS Thesis Guidelines at the New Castle University in England.
1 Overview
These guidelines are intended to help you in the thesis/project process. Given that a thesis/project is an individual piece of work there is no intention unduly to restrict you in your approach. This document presents guidelines to support your work, therefore, and is not a set of absolute rules or procedures to which you must adhere. You will talk in more detail about your own project with your thesis/project supervisor.
In general, thesis/projects vary in style and approach according to your program of study. The following represent some core principles that differentiate a thesis from a practical project:
· Thesis: You undertake a thorough review of literature and of current knowledge and test the theoretical base for your work in some way in some practical situation. You typically present some hypothesis and test them for validity through some hands-on experiments, surveys or other instruments. The objective is to help the research community.
· Practical Project: You undertake a thorough investigation of a topic (e.g., use of mobile devices in healthcare) and develop deep understanding of the practical aspects and real life applications/implications of the field. You may develop prototypes or insightful reports that are of value to practitioners. The objective is to help the practitioner community.
The primary goal of the thesis/project is to allow you to enrich your knowledge and integrate your academic study with the analysis of related practical or theoretical work. The results produced should be publishable in a conference paper after minor additional work. This is not a requirement, just a desirable goal.
2 Assessment Criteria
2.1. The scope of assessment
Ideally, your thesis/project should reflect:
· A clear statement of the problem you have chosen to investigate
· A thorough reading of the relevant literature (practical or theoretical)
· Appropriate selection of a study approach
· An ability to synthesise various perspectives
· A good grasp of the theoretical and/or practical issues
· An ability to evaluate evidence, drawing appropriate conclusions and acknowledging ambiguity;
· Clarity of presentation
· A fluent style
2.2 How your work is Assessed
The thesis/project will be assessed by your advisor and other relevant experts as determined.
2.3 Presentation and format
Length: The Thesis/project should be between 10,000 to 12,000 words (it should not exceed 12,000 words), not including references and appendices.
You must submit an electronic copy of your work in PDF format.
There are no firm specific rules for content and presentation. However, thesis/projects will normally comprise:
· A Title Page (this is essential): including the title of the thesis/project, your name and degree course, ...
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Paper Title:
No. of Pages: 7
Paper Style: APA Paper Type: Research
Taken English? Yes English as Second Language? No
Feedback Areas: Grammar & Mechanics, Sentence Structure
Paper Goals: This assignment is worth 350 points. I am not a good writer. I need help with
grammatical errors and use appropriate phrase. I need my paper to flow.
Proofing Summary:
Hello Deanna,
Thank you for submitting your research paper.
Strengths:
You've begun to gather a lot of potentially useful information here, including material from outside sources.
This helps to ensure there are plenty of detail to flesh out each topic included in the discussion.
Suggestions:
-Thesis Statement
-Essay Structure
The thesis should be framed to match the type of essay you are constructing, whether it be persuasion or
analysis functioning as the focus. Currently, the thesis states what you will discuss but is not framed in a
manner that shows what type of essay you're constructing.
Several issues with organization, grammar and mechanics have been noted throughout the essay. The
placement of quotes are important to the essay. Generally, quotes should be avoid being placed at the start or
end of the paragraphs. Specific example are covered in the essay.
If you would like to submit a revision of your paper, you are welcome to do so. We look forward to helping you
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Consider avoiding quotes in the
introduction. The intro should be a basic
overview of the subject, to provide
general context that will help the reader
understand the subject you'll discuss.
Specific details on the subject should be
saved for the body paragraphs. The
thesis at the end of the introduction
should reflect the type of essay you're
constructing through its wording. For
example, if a persuasive essay is being
constructed, the thesis should present
the main idea of the paper as a claim on
the issue being discussed. This helps
clarify how the topics of discussion
should develop throughout the body
paragraphs.
Paragraphs should avoid ending with a
quote. There should be a statement after
each quote that gives your reason for
providing the comment, throughout the essay.
To ensure that sentence flow logically
throughout the paper, it would be
wise to end a sentence with a period
after it has expressed a full idea. This
helps to avoid issues with run-on
sentence throughout the paper.
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The main ideas that function as the
topic sentences of each body
paragraph should allude to the
supporting ideas stated in the thesis
statement. This shows that .
Week 3 APA Module AssignmentWeek 3 APA Module Assignmentb. Lis.docx
Week 3 APA Module Assignment
Week 3 APA Module Assignment
b. Listen to the tutorial or download and review the transcript on APA and answer the questions below
After reviewing the presentation, compose a 2-paragraph response in which you address each of the following points:
1. Why is APA Style used to document ideas in writing? What is the purpose of the in-text citation? Demonstrate your understanding of the in-text citation by providing an in-text citation for the article you summarized for the week 2 assignment. (15 points)
2. In the article that you summarized in week 2, you may have found some information that you want to quote directly. To demonstrate the process for citing a direct quote, provide an example of properly quoted material. (20 points)
Week 3 Grading Rubric for Proposal Pitch
Central Idea/ Focus: thesis statement or main exists; all ideas consistently address this main idea. Off-topic or irrelevant ideas should not exist. 10 points
Support/ Development of Ideas: Ideas are sufficiently developed for each point. ideas are sufficiently developed for each point. Three points for each of the five sections of the document. 15 points
Organization/ Structure: the internal structure of a piece of writing, the thread of central meaning. All ideas are organized well without any missing or incomplete components. The answers are from one to three sentences each. 10 points
APA including Paper Format: correct title page, headers, second page title, margins, alignment, spacing, font and size. 10 points
Grammar/Mechanics/Style:Grammar refers to correctness of language usage, mechanics refers to conventional correctness in capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Style includes word choice, sentence variety, clarity, and conciseness. Also, sentences vary in length and structure; ideas are clear, logical, and concise. 5 points
Running head: YOUR TITLE GOES HERE 1
YOUR TITLE GOES HERE 3
Your Course Project Title Goes Here
First Last Name
Name of University
Your Course Project Title Goes Here
The purpose of a proposal is to highlight standout ideas, and to do so in a manner that can convince an audience to support a project. Proposals delivered in a workplace are often part of a competitive process in which the strongest proposal is offered the business. In these contexts, effective word choice and professional delivery define the effective communication of an idea. Your research proposal will be presented as a sentence outline. As the name suggests, the sentence outline presents complete thoughts in complete sentences as opposed to phrases. In each section of the proposal, choose ideas with the goal of persuading your reader to believe that you are interested in the topic and ready to learn how to develop the topic into a project. Use a complete sentence to provide the response to each of the questions below. You can use first person. Use APA documentation for the final section of the proposal to document any sources re.
As a team, you are to do your research and develop a PowerPoint wi.docx
As a team, you are to do your research and develop a PowerPoint with voice over presentation that can be used to make a formal presentation to the VP of HR. Please note you are making this presentation to your Professor who is the VP of HR for this company.
Remember in your project work you have address the cost of purchase which should include the cost of customization to convert the off-the-shelf purchased system into a ready to use turn-key HRIS/Payroll integrated solution for the company. Also training costs of current employees in the use of the new system should be included. You also have to clearly lay out the benefits of the two
Your paper and presentation has to also include a ROI Analysis and Commentary based on research you do on ROI for HRIS Acquisitions.
There are two deliverables for this project:
First, you are to Prepare a PowerPoint Presentation for the VP of HR. The PowerPoint Presentation should be a voice over Presentation using VoiceThread.
Second, a report should be written as though you were giving it to your client the VP of HR. It should be clear, concise, and well thought out. Writing should be professional and clean.
Not to go over 20 page-count, however, it should be thorough.
· Include all aspects of the assignment grading criteria.
· Cite in text when using thoughts that are not your own. All sources must be appropriately cited—use APA for in text and reference list citation formatting.
· Include a reference page for source(s).
· Put the paper title information on a separate page.
· Use 12-point font (Arial, Times Roman), double spaced, and 1" margins as a standard format.
· Do not include extra lines between paragraphs, and so forth.
· Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and so forth, will all be taken into consideration when awarding points.
· Proofread your paper before submitting; spell check is not foolproof.
· Writing content is critical. If you make a statement, for example, "All people who break the law should improve their communication skills to stay out of jail," you need to substantiate that statement. If that statement is not your own thought or a statistic, cite. If it is your opinion, state that and explain what led you to that conclusion. Provide enough information to validate and explain the statement.
Treat this assignment as a real-world situation. This will give you the opportunity to practice how you would research and provide information as an HRM professional.
Course Syllabus
Course Description
Provides a framework for conducting and evaluating independent research in the fire
service by examining the basic principles and methodology for analyzing current fire-
related research.
Course Textbook(s)
Kumar, R. (2014). Research methodology: A step-by-step guide for beginners (4th
ed.). London, United Kingdom: Sage.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Locate, evaluate, and analyze fire-related research.
2. Demonstrate the application .
Table of Contents1Individual Assignment21.1Aims of the assignm.docx
Table of Contents
1Individual Assignment2
1.1Aims of the assignment2
1.2The Assignment Topic2
1.3Resources for the Individual Assignment2
2Process and Preparation4
2.1Plan Your Essay5
2.1.1Know the Purpose of Assignments5
2.1.2Addressing the Topic5
2.2Academic reading7
2.2.1How to Incorporate Your Own Ideas8
2.2.2Producing a Draft8
2.2.3Working towards the Final Version9
2.3Referencing9
2.3.1When to cite references9
2.3.2Citing Internet sources10
2.3.3The Reference List10
3Guide to Presentation and Structure10
3.1.1Introduction10
3.1.2Body of the Essay11
3.1.3Conclusion11
3.2Assignment Checklist12
4Assessment One Marking Rubric13
Individual AssignmentAims of the assignment
The aims of this assignment are for you to:
· Develop your understanding of the nature of the key organisational perspectives and their related theories;
· Demonstrate an understanding of the key perspectives and the meta-theoretical assumptions that underpin each;
· Develop research skills and the ability to assess the strengths and weaknesses of various debates and arguments;
· Demonstrate the ability to critically engage with academic literature and develop your own answer to a set question.
· Gain skills in the written presentation of an argument, including the ways in which scholars incorporate and acknowledge the ideas of other writers.The Assignment Topic
The assignment topic is as follows:
Four Organizational Theory perspectives, namely Modernist, Critical theorist, Symbolic Interpretivist and Postmodernist, produce different narratives about technology.
Choose two Organisational Theory perspectives. Based on your selected perspectives, identify and draw out the two readings out of the given list that match your chosen perspectives.
Critically analyse the two readings and evaluate how their ontological and epistemological positions result in a different understanding and narrative of technology within organisations. Resources for the Individual Assignment
The following are assignment resources from which you choose four that are relevant to your chosen perspectives:
1. Selwyn, N. (2002). ‘E-stablishing’an inclusive society? Technology, social exclusion and UK government policy making. Journal of Social Policy, 31(01), 1-20. CRITICAL THEORY
2. Spanos, Y. E., Prastacos, G. P., & Poulymenakou, A. (2002). The relationship between information and communication technologies adoption and management. Information & Management, 39(8), 659-675. MODERNIST
3. Cukier, W., Ngwenyama, O., Bauer, R., & Middleton, C. (2009). A critical analysis of media discourse on information technology: preliminary results of a proposed method for critical discourse analysis. Information Systems Journal, 19(2), 175-196. POSTMODERNIST
4. Ciborra, C. U., & Lanzara, G. F. (1994). Formative contexts and information technology: Understanding the dynamics of innovation in organizations.Accounting, management and information technologies, 4(2), 61-86. SYMBOLLIC INTERPRETIVIST
Based on your selected pers ...
Writing a project or research proposal
step by step way of writing a research / project proposal by khaemba stephen from kyambogo university
Organizing Your ArgumentRationale Welcome to O.docx
Organizing Your Argument
*
Rationale: Welcome to “Organizing Your Argument.” This presentation is designed to introduce your students to the elements of an organized essay, including the introduction, the thesis, body paragraphs, topic sentences, counterarguments, and the conclusion. The twenty-one slides presented here are designed to aid the facilitator in an interactive presentation about constructing a well-organized argument. This presentation is ideal for the introduction of argument to a composition course, the beginning of a research unit, or the assignment of a written argument.
This presentation may be supplemented with OWL handouts, including “Developing an Outline” and “The Paragraph”.
Directions: Each slide is activated by a single mouse click, unless otherwise noted in bold at the bottom of each notes page.
Writer and Designer: Jennifer Liethen Kunka
Contributors: Muriel Harris, Karen Bishop, Bryan Kopp, Matthew Mooney, David Neyhart, and Andrew Kunka
Updated by H. Allen Brizee, 2007.
Developed with resources courtesy of the Purdue University Writing Lab
Grant funding courtesy of the Multimedia Instructional Development Center at Purdue University
© Copyright Purdue University, 2000, 2007.
What is an Argument?An argument involves the process of establishing a claim and then proving it with the use of logical reasoning, examples, and research.
*
Activity: This slide offers a definition of the term “argument.” The facilitator may invite the audience to offer answers to the title question. Students often assume that building an argument is simply a confrontational activity designed to denigrate the opposition’s position. The facilitator may choose to explain to students that the focus of a strong argument should be upon a cohesive explanation of claims effectively paired with correlating evidence.
Why is Organization Important in Argument?Guides an audience through your reasoning processOffers a clear explanation of each argued pointDemonstrates the credibility of the writer
*
Key Concept: Organization is an important component in any argument. Not only does a clear sense of organization guide the reader through the reasoning process, but it also demonstrates the credibility of the writer--that the writer has a clear conception of the issues involved and has the ability to offer a well-crafted response to the topic. An argument that has a confusing organization--that jumps from point to point without establishing connections between topics--is less likely to be convincing to its audience.
Organizing Your ArgumentTitleIntroductionThesis statementBody ParagraphsConstructing Topic SentencesBuilding Main PointsCountering the OppositionConclusion
*
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Title: Why You Need OneIntroduces the topic of discussion to the audienceGenerates re.
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There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of all ages. According to Clark (2016), e-learning courses need to be integrated with instructional methods which align with high-quality research.” The implication is that the process of designing instructional designs should involve careful planning, preparing and researching in order to achieve high quality learning outcomes. In this regard, those responsible for designing must identify their strategic purpose as it predetermines the goals, objectives, expected outcomes, and resource allocation of the entire instruction model.
The main approach involves studying the critical elements in the design phases of an instructional model which enhances the learning experience of learners based on evidence-based literature. This is because humans apply appropriate cognitive processes to learn and thus instruction must adopt similar cognitive processing (Clark, 2016).The main purpose is therefore to emphasize the importance of good instructional design in enhancing the quality of education among instructors and learners. The objective involves highlighting the goals of an instructional program, the instructional objectives, relevant instructional materials and design assessment which rationalize the need for a good instructional design with the goal of engaging both learners and instructors. After all, learning is a process that requires the active participation of the learners (Reigeluth, 1987). This research study seeks to identify answers to two questions: a) What are the critical elements that build up a strong foundation for a good instructional design and b) what value do these elements offer to the learners and instructor who are the main consumers of learning instructional designs.
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Regeiluth, C.M. (1987). Instructional Theories in Action: Lessons Illustrating Selected Theories and Models. Walden University Library.
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There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of.
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Problem statement
Name:
Institution:
Date:
There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of all ages. According to Clark (2016), e-learning courses need to be integrated with instructional methods which align with high-quality research.” The implication is that the process of designing instructional designs should involve careful planning, preparing and researching in order to achieve high quality learning outcomes. In this regard, those responsible for designing must identify their strategic purpose as it predetermines the goals, objectives, expected outcomes, and resource allocation of the entire instruction model.
The main approach involves studying the critical elements in the design phases of an instructional model which enhances the learning experience of learners based on evidence-based literature. This is because humans apply appropriate cognitive processes to learn and thus instruction must adopt similar cognitive processing (Clark, 2016).The main purpose is therefore to emphasize the importance of good instructional design in enhancing the quality of education among instructors and learners. The objective involves highlighting the goals of an instructional program, the instructional objectives, relevant instructional materials and design assessment which rationalize the need for a good instructional design with the goal of engaging both learners and instructors. After all, learning is a process that requires the active participation of the learners (Reigeluth, 1987). This research study seeks to identify answers to two questions: a) What are the critical elements that build up a strong foundation for a good instructional design and b) what value do these elements offer to the learners and instructor who are the main consumers of learning instructional designs.
References
Clark, R.C. (2016). E-learning and the science of instruction: proven guideline for consumers and designers of multimedia. Walden University Library.
Regeiluth, C.M. (1987). Instructional Theories in Action: Lessons Illustrating Selected Theories and Models. Walden University Library.
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Walden University
11/10/18
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There is a critical need for a good instructional design because it is a multipurpose learning tools that not only serves instructional designers but also learners of.
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- 1. Student Services DisabilityAdvice,SupportWorkerService Study Resources Essay Writing: Introductions and Conclusions
- 2. Essay Writing: Introductions and Conclusions
- 3. This resource aims to: • Explain briefly what an essay is and why it is important for academic study • Demonstrate an essay structure and represent it visually • Show how to write an introduction • Show how to write a conclusion • Provide links to further useful resources
- 4. The Academic Essay What? An essay at university is a written argument in favour of a view. It does not mean writing about everything you have learned in your lectures. Watch the presentation here for a more detailed explanation. Why? The main skill being developed at university is the ability to think critically, which means being able to analyse (examine) and evaluate (judge) other peoples’ arguments and theories before coming to your own conclusion. How? Structure your essay clearly with an introduction that sets out your position before presenting a number of relevant points, supported by academic references. Finish off with a conclusion that restates your position. The following slides will show you how to do this.
- 5. The Christmas Cracker One way of thinking about essay structure visually is the Christmas cracker. The essay starts by introducing the general subject area before identifying the specific problem being addressed and indicating the structure. A series of paragraphs in the main body then delivers the argument in a coherent way. The essay concludes by returning to the question, stating your position and summarising the main arguments before linking back out to the general subject area. Source: adapted from Wallbank (2018) Introduction Main body (approximately 80% of word count) Conclusion
- 6. Introductions Keep the introduction short and to the point – between 5 and 10 per cent of the word count is a rough guide. Some people find it easier to write the main body of the essay first and then write the introduction at the same time as the conclusion. General Specific Introduce the essay: briefly set your essay in its wider context or subject area with a general statement. You could provide a ‘hook’ for the reader such as a data, facts or a quote. Focus the essay: identify the central issue or the specific problem that the essay is addressing. You could briefly define any key terms you will be using. Orient the reader: provide your reader with a road map by outlining the structure of your argument. It should not be a mystery tour. The reader needs to know where the essay is going. Source: adapted from Kain (1999) and Wallbank (2018) Thesis Statements A thesis (position) statement says what the essay argues and basically answers the question. It is not essential but including one here may help to keep your writing focused and on track throughout the essay.
- 7. Introduction Example Source: text adapted from Auckland University of Technology (2018b) Introduce the essay Focus the essay Orient the reader The social networking site Facebook has become increasingly popular since its inception in 2004, with over 1.8 billion people using the sire on a monthly basis (Facebook, 2017). As a result, a discussion has arisen within the education sector about the ways in which websites like Facebook can be used in learning and teaching. The use of such social networking sites within universities is not uncontroversial and has the potential for both positive and negative impact. Therefore, learners and teachers should critically evaluate the educational value of such sites before endorsing their use. This essay discusses both the positive and negative effects of using Facebook in Higher Education (HE). First, it identifies benefits related to online community building, engagement and collaboration, before identifying concerns about its potential for distraction and issues related to safety and privacy. It will argue that despite the teaching and learning opportunities it presents, the use of Facebook in HE remains too fraught with threats to safety to be unequivocally endorsed for educational use, without specific guidance for teachers and students. Thesis Statement
- 8. Conclusions The conclusion should not introduce new ideas or references. It should state or restate your final position on the question. Specific General Restate position: link back to the question and make sure you have reached a conclusion, e.g. answer the question! Thesis Statements If you used a thesis statement, reword it here to reflect the argument you have just laid out in your essay. Don’t simply copy and paste it from the introduction. Summarise the argument: remember that the reader has just read your essay so no need to overdo this. Simply reiterate your main points in the order you presented them in the body of the essay. Discuss implications: State why this is important for the subject area of the essay. You could also signal the future by suggesting where things might go next in terms of policy or more research for example. Source: adapted from Hull (2020 and Wallbank (2018)
- 9. Conclusion Example Restate position Summarise discussion Discuss implications In summary, this essay has considered both the positive and negative aspects of using Facebook in the HE classroom. It has argued that an unequivocal endorsement of the social media site is not possible given the very real threats to student safety its use presents. Research has identified that Facebook can facilitate social interaction and rich collaboration between peers. Therefore, it has the potential to complement face-to-face modes of delivery. However, if Facebook is going to be effectively and safely used in teaching and learning, then students and teachers need careful guidance. Concerns about its use centre on the tendency for Facebook to distract students as well as the need to support students to better control privacy settings. Although the use of any online tool comes with inherent challenges that needs careful consideration, the benefits exemplify how the integration of technology offers new approaches to teaching in learning. Higher education institutions will need to adapt rapidly to this changing landscape and learn to harness these possibilities safely if they are to succeed in the current remote-learning environment. Thesis Statement Source: text adapted from Auckland University of Technology (2018a)
- 10. This resource provides a basic guide to writing introductions and conclusions in academic essay writing. Here are links to online resources for students wanting to take their understanding further: http://www.phrasebank.manchester.ac.uk/introducing-work/ https://libguides.hull.ac.uk/essays/home Connelly, J. and Forsyth, P. (2012) Essay writing skills: essential techniques to gain top grade. Available from:https://www-dawsonera-com.ezproxy.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/abstract/9780749463922 Creme, P. and Lea, M. R. (2008) Writing at university: a guide for students 3rd ed. Available from:https://www-dawsonera-com.ezproxy.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/abstract/9780335235476 Next Steps
- 11. References Auckland University of Technology (2018a) Essays: Conclusion paragraphs. [Online video], April 2018. Available from:<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmntQAkOeRI>[Accessed 28 July 2020]. Auckland University of Technology (2018b) Essays: Introduction paragraphs. [Online video], April 2018. Available from:<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmntQAkOeRI>[Accessed 28 July 2020]. Kain, P. (1999) Beginning the Academic Essay. [Online] Available from:<https://writingcenter.fas.harvard.edu/pages/beginning-academic-essay >[Accessed 23 July 2020]. Leeds Beckett University (2018) Skills for Learning: Essay writing. [Online presentation] Available from:<https://skillsforlearning.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/local/academic_communication/essay_writing/01.shtml>[Accessed 29 July 2020]. University of Hull (2020) Essay writing: Home. [Online guide] Available from:<https://libguides.hull.ac.uk/essays/main>[Accessed 21 July 2020]. UT Writing Center (2015) Making an Outline: Sticky Notes. [Online video], August 2015. Available from:<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAxjUwomB9g>[Accessed 21 July 2020]. Wallbank, A. J. (2018) Academic Writing and Dyslexia: A Visual guide to Writing at University. Abingdon: Routledge