you have to pick concepts from at least 3 chapters and talk about personal experiences with the concept. professor wants us to show dont tell. use textbook. use attachment for format n directions
Writing Assignment
Write a 1,300-word paper that includes material from any of the following chapters:
Chapter 5: Attitudes Based on High Effort
Chapter 6: Attitudes Based on Low Effort
Chapter 7: Problem Recognition and Information Search
Chapter 8: Judgment & Decision-Making Based on High Effort
Chapter 9: Judgment & Decision-Making Based on Low Effort
You must select at least one construct from each of three chapters.
Write about your experiences with some of the constructs. Think about your experiences as a consumer and describe how one or more of the constructs were at work at the time. Do this through detailed stories.
Be specific in your descriptions. Remember to show, don’t tell. Refer to the information below about showing, not telling.
Be certain to use specific actions and behaviors. The essays should be personal stories based on your character or history.
Be VERY clear about what construct from which chapter(s) you are writing about. Be sure to use headings so that it is easy for the reader to know which characteristic is being addressed. Refer to the attached required writing assignment format. This is especially relevant if you write about more than one construct in a chapter. If it is confusing as to which construct is being addressed, points will be lost.
Do not provide an introduction. It will not be read and the words don’t count toward the required length.
Do not provide definitions. They just take up words and don’t provide any meaningful information.
Do not provide a summary. It just restates what has already been written. It will not be read and the words don’t count toward the required length.
Do not provide a conclusion. It will not be read and the words don’t count toward the required length.
The objective of the assignment is to demonstrate that you understand the construct(s) you are writing about.
Your stories should be appropriate to how our textbook defines the term(s).
Using AI to generate the essays is not allowed.
Following are some helpful links about showing, not telling:
https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-write-effective-exposition#4-tips-for-incorporating-show-dont-tell-into-your-writing
The paper must be at least 1,300 words, not including a cover page. You do not need to include a cover page.
The paper is due no later than April 5th at 11:59 PM. 5 points per day will be deducted for submitting it late.
Use the grading rubric as your guide to get the best grade:
You will NOT get credit for the paper if you email it to the instructor. It MUST be uploaded to Blackboard here.
Upload a WORD document (.doc or .docx) if at all possible. A PDF file is a second choice. Never upload an Apple/MAC file.
