Tiffany Kelly
COM3120-70
Dr. Davis
27 May 2021
APA Research Paper: Proposal
“One-Way Communication”
I have chosen this communication topic because I feel that I can find a lot of information
to pull from. I also believe that this is a very important topic because if there is no
communication in business or in life nothing constructive will get done. Communication is one
of the most important things that we do as humans, so it is vital that every communication or
way of communicating be effective.
One-Way communication interest me because I deal with all day at the hospital where I
work. Communication between all departments from Doctors to Nurses, and Nurses to Techs,
and management to all staff is vital to have a smoothly run unit and as a Unit secretary of 17 plus
years I have witnessed a lot.
Communication relates to the business world because without effective communication
nothing would get accomplished. No matter what kind of business you work at or own you have
to have effective communication
APA Research Paper: Final Submission
Points 100 Submitting a file upload File Types doc, docs, and docx Available May 3 at 8am
Please select a communication problem and use theory to provide a solution.
Evidence for theory must be used via:
At least, one scholarly peer reviewed journal article
If additional resources are needed, please only use scholarly articles. This is a Bachelor level course; therefore, the writing must be done in a scholarly manner. Wikipedia and most online articles are not acceptable references for scholarly writing. One online article from a credible online resource such as a Business publication will be accepted.
Please use Questia’s library (provided via Cengage course link) or the CF Library for your research.
Please read the following information about scholarly (peer reviewed) journal articles by copying and pasting in your browser:
http://www.wvncc.edu/current-students/differences-between-popular-magazines-and-scholarly-journals/1181
https://www.questia.com/library/academic-journal-articles
If you are having a hard time finding a scholarly peer reviewed journal article that’s in your area of interest, try the following: (352) 854-2322 x1345 (cf reference desk) or email@email.email or www.askalibrarian.org
The final submission will include:
A detailed 3 page document outlining the problem, the theories applied, and the implemented solution with measurement of success.
Additional guidelines for the project’s documentation:
The paper must be in APA format.
Title Page (Name, Instructor, Class, Student Name, etc. as shown in the document via the link “APA format” above)
Abstract (not part of the 3 page content)
Three page paper double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 point font,
MS Word document only.
Title page, abstract, and reference page aren’t included in the 3 pages.
Content of 3 pages:
You must provide a Heading – in your report to explain the following:
Page one – Heading – Explain the communication problem
Page two – Heading – Summarize the Theories applied to solve the communication problem
Page three – Heading- Implemented solution.
Page four – References
You should have already used the template to write the report. At this point you should be correcting the Rough Draft to submit.
Use the BusinessReportTemplate t downloado write your report.
Use MEAL Plan downloadfor paragraphs
Use the Questia’s 9-step writing guide download(also available via Cengage course link)
Minimum 1 scholarly (peer reviewed) journal article. Please don’t use website articles or blogs.
Reference page (not part of the 3 page content)
Uses proper sentence structure, grammar, mechanics, & spelling
The completed project will be uploaded to the appropriate assignment link in Canvas.
The CF online library is a good source for both “Scholarly Peer Reviewed Journals” and scholarly articles.
Go to MYCF to access the CF Library.
Click on the Academics tab
Click on Search Library button
Depending on where you start your search, always limit your search by:
Selecting Academic Peer Reviewed Journals (remember at least one is required for this report)
Selecting articles from scholarly publications
Published from (year): 2013 to 2018
Articles with full text
If you are having problems accessing the library website or databases, call x1344 and ask for Carole Thompson.
If you are having a hard time finding a journal article that’s in your area of interest, try the following: (352) 854-2322 x1345 (reference desk).
Rubric
APA Research Paper (Final Submission): COM3120
APA Research Paper (Final Submission): COM3120
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTitle Page
Name, Instructor, Class, Student Name, etc. as shown in the document via the link “APA format”
3 to >2.0 pts
Title, Course Name, Your Name, College, Data, Instructors Name
2 to >0.0 pts
The title page is missing one or two required items.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
3 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAbstract (not part of the 3-page content)
5 to >4.0 pts
Makes a clear statement of the topic of your paper and your research.
4 to >2.0 pts
Somewhat makes a clear statement of the topic of your paper and your research.
2 to >0.0 pts
Makes an unclear statement of the topic of your paper and your research.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart one: explain the communication problem.
20 to >15.0 pts
Each paragraph has thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what communication issue was chosen, and how the communication issue affects the organization.
15 to >10.0 pts
Most paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what communication issue was chosen, and how communication issue affects the organization.
10 to >5.0 pts
Some paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what communication issue was chosen, and how communication issue affects the organization.
5 to >0.0 pts
Most paragraphs have not thoughtfully supported detailed sentences that develop the main idea, state what communication issue was chosen, and how the communication issue affects the organization.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart two: summarize the theories applied to solve the communication problem.
20 to >15.0 pts
Each paragraph has thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what theories are applied to solve the communication issue, and how these theories affect the organization.
15 to >10.0 pts
Most paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what theories are applied to solve the communication issue, and how these theories affect the organization.
10 to >5.0 pts
Some paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what theories are applied to solve the communication issue, and how these theories affect the organization.
5 to >0.0 pts
Most paragraphs have not thoughtfully supported detailed sentences that develop the main idea, state what theories are applied to solve the communication issue, and how these theories affect the organization.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePart three: present the implemented solution with measurement of success.
20 to >15.0 pts
Each paragraph has thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what implemented solution is applied to solve the communication issue, and shows measurement of success for the organization.
15 to >10.0 pts
Most paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what implemented solution is applied to solve the communication issue, and shows measurement of success for the organization.
10 to >0.0 pts
Some paragraphs have thoughtful supporting detail sentences that develop the main idea, state what implemented solution is applied to solve the communication issue, and shows measurement of success for the organization.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUses M.E.A.L. Plan for paragraphs
10 to >8.0 pts
All paragraphs follow the M.E.A.L. Plan format.
8 to >5.0 pts
Most of the paragraphs follow the M.E.A.L. Plan format.
5 to >3.0 pts
Some of the paragraphs follow the M.E.A.L. Plan format.
3 to >0.0 pts
Most paragraphs are not following the M.E.A.L. Plan format.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUses proper sentence structure, grammar, mechanics, and spelling.
5 pts
Excellent command of language, proper use of grammar and writing conventions, few to no misspelled words, correct word choice, excellent variety of complexity of sentence structure.
4 pts
Good command of language, proper use of grammar and writing conventions, few to no misspelled words, correct word choice, excellent variety of complexity of sentence structure.
3 pts
Generally proper use of grammar and writing conventions, but with simple sentences generally lacking variety/complexity in structure.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIn-text citations
5 to >4.0 pts
All cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format with no errors.
4 to >3.0 pts
Most cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format with no errors.
3 to >2.0 pts
Some cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format. Inconsistencies are evident.
2 to >0.0 pts
Most cited works, both text and visual, aren’t done in the correct format.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePaper in APA format
5 to >4.0 pts
Font type, font size, spacing, use of headers, etc. are properly used for all requirements.
4 to >3.0 pts
Font type, font size, spacing, use of headers, etc. are properly used for most requirements.
3 to >2.0 pts
Font type, font size, spacing, use of headers, etc. are properly used for some requirements.
2 to >0.0 pts
Font type, font size, spacing, use of headers, etc. are rarely properly used.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAt least one scholarly peer reviewed journal article
2 pts
Uses at least one scholarly peer reviewed journal article.
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
2 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReference page
5 to >4.0 pts
The reference page has the following:APA Format for (Books, journal articles, Online references, etc.) Hanging indent, 0.5, Minimum 3 references.
4 to >3.0 pts
The reference page does not have the correct formatting for one source (hanging indent, doi, line spacing).
3 to >0.0 pts
The reference page does not have the correct formatting for two or more sources (hanging indent, doi, line spacing).
0 pts
Does not complete the task.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication 4
Express clear, well-organized ideas through appropriate communication
threshold: 3.0 pts
3 pts
Excellent
2 pts
Better
1 pts
Good
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication 2
Write an organized document that communicates effectively and appropriately for the situation
threshold: 3.0 pts
3 pts
Excellent
2 pts
Better
1 pts
Good
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