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  • “The Power of Nonverbal Communication: How Body Language Shapes Our Interactions” “Group Presentation on the Importance of Effective Communication in the Workplace”

    This project was originally assigned as a group speech however it is now individual. Please disregard the group references as this is just one person doing this speech. This must be equivalent to 5-7 minutes when talking. I am attatching the textbook and i would like this to be about something from chapter 15. 
    Assignment Level Objectives:
    Apply small group communication skills including: problem solving, group roles, leadership styles, and cohesiveness.
    Identify and relate group communication skills in the quiz.
    Apply group skills by using discussion forums to select a topic for the Informative Group Presentation.
    Apply group skills by using a collaborative document to organize and construct an outline for the Informative Group Presentation.
    Apply group skills by using available technology and resources to deliver the Informative Group Presentation as a group. 
    Develop, research, organize, and delivery formal public speeches.
    Apply group skills by using discussion forums to select a topic for the Informative Group Presentation.
    Apply group skills by using a collaborative document to organize and construct an outline for the Informative Group Presentation.
    Apply group skills by using available technology and resources to deliver the Informative Group Presentation as a recorded group video with a visual aid. 
    Topic Selection:  
    The group must decide the topic for the presentation based on some concept or theory from any of the textbook chapters. Hint: any bold words or concepts in the chapters are fair game.
    The group must communicate in the group discussion portal and come to an agreement of which concept or theory from a chapter/section the group will teach to the class. There should be a relevant example of how that concept applies to something in our every day lives (our relationships, jobs, family, school, society, etc). You might see the theory or concept in pop culture as well (examples in movies, t.v. shows, music videos, books…even Twitter!).
    This assignment demonstrates, often dramatically, the relevance of course material to the everyday lives of individuals in society through the lens of Communication Studies.
    Format/Organization: This speech will be organized in a topical format to include three main points: The definition of the assigned concept, the group’s explanation of the concept and lastly stating the application of the concept in a visual or specific example (Define, Explain, & Apply).
    Define: Tell us what the textbook and research says about the concept.
    Explain: Use your own words, your own interpretation and understanding and personal examples to help us understand the concept. Meaning, teaching it to the class in a way thats meaningful for you.
    Apply: Find a creative and innovative example of the concept. Examples may include a news story, painting, article, photograph, short-video clip or sculpture.  Be sure at the end of the concept you bring it back to how it applies to and explains the concept you have chosen from the chapter. 
    Research:
    You will be required to incorporate a minimum of three credible sources. In addition to using our textbook as a reference for one source, you should find the remainder of your resources through the school library, electronic media, interviews, and/or the internet.
    For a recap on how to evaluate proper source material:
    SCRAAPLinks to an external site.
    Full-Sentence Outline with Reference List: You will be tasked with preparing a group working outline for the presentation in the “Collaborations” section of your group portal. There will be a Google Doc linked there that is shared will everyone in the group, including the instructor. 
    It must be typed, full-sentence, and must use a topical organizational pattern. The outline must be formatted correctly using APA style for in-text citations and the Reference List with a minimum of three (3) sources cited on both the outline and reference list. 
    Sample Outline: See Sample Outline Here!Links to an external site.
    The sample outline should show you the correct formatting and style, but go here for a refresher on APA styleLinks to an external site..
    Group Delivery: You will be responsible for divvying up content and speaking time as well as assigning group roles to achieve your shared purpose. You will need to use verbal and nonverbal skills to present the speech audibly, visually, and coherently. Eye contact with the audience, projection, articulation, and speed of the voice, natural movements, formal tone, and time limit will all be assessed based on frequency and punctuality. Verbally cite all 3 sources in your speech as you use the information (it doesn’t matter who cites the sources as long as 3 are cited). You must record different segments of the speech and merge them together using the same visual aid. There are all types of software that can put video segments together. Make sure your group does this and submits one edited video of the presentation into Studio rather than 3 different presentation videos into Studio.
    Here’s what a final project might look like…
    Visual: You will be tasked with using supporting visual material that is clear and relevant to the presentation. This can be presentation software like Power Point, Google Slides, Prezi, and Keynote, or it can be printed media as well. Please see the tutorial below on how to accomplish using a visual aid with the Canvas Studio feature.
    Speech Length:  The speech presentation should have a reasonable window of time in which it must be completed, but the presentation window must be anywhere within the 5-7 minutes range for the whole presentation.
    To complete the Assignment, you will need to submit your:
    1. Full Group Video
    3. Visual Aid file
    to this assignment portal. There will be a time stamp, and you can stack multiple files by uploading them one-at-a-time. 

  • Title: Interdisciplinary Connections in Environmental Science: Exploring the Overlapping Concepts in Various Disciplines Environmental science is a complex and multi-disciplinary field of study that involves the understanding of the natural world and the impact of human activities on it

    In this course, students are asked to learn about some basic chemistry, physics, and the laws of thermodynamics. Environmental science is a multi-disciplinary field of study. There are overlapping concepts in anthropology, archeology, sociology, psychology, and economics. Even in the Arts, there are visual artists, writers, and musicians who convey aspects of the natural world in their art. For example, a poem about a whale that is endangered or a song about an ancient tree.
    For this discussion board, review the disciplines above and thoroughly describe as many connections as possible between material from environmental science and at least two other disciplines of your choice.
    At least one connection should relate to scientific principles that relate to matter, energy, and living organisms.

  • “Exploring Regency Society Through the Lens of Pride and Prejudice: An Analysis of [Aspect] and its Significance in Jane Austen’s Work”

    The Prompt:
    Jane Austen’s work is known for how clearly and thoroughly she portrays and reveals the society of her time. We have spent the unit reflecting on the writing styles and culture elements that took place across Pride and Prejudice. Now, you will become an expert on one facet of the Regency using pointed research and literary argumentation skills you have been developing over the course of the year. you will research and write an argument about an aspect of Regency life and how its inclusion adds textual and thematic depth to Pride and Prejudice.
    Aspects of Regency Society to Choose From:
    Travel, Letter Writing, The Military, The Clergy, Games, Fashion, Courtship, Gender Roles, Landscapes.
    use these links as sources: The Jane Austen Society of North America:
    https://jasna.org/publications-2/persuasions/ 
    The British Library: https://bll01.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=44BL_INST:BLL01&lang=en
    The Morgan Library: https://www.themorgan.org/
    NYC DoE Library OneFile: https://go.gale.com/ps/dispBasicSearch.do?userGroupName=nysl_ca_dmvacces&prodId=A ONE  

  • Title: “The Power of Positive Thinking: How Changing Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life”

    Upload your Informative Speech Video, Annotated Bibliography, and Speech Outline here on or before the due date. Place the Speech Outline and Annotated Bibliography in one contiguous document. If you do not post a Speech Outline or Annotated Bibliography, you will not receive a grade even if you do post a Speech Video. Also, no speech video, no grade.
    The speech is to be between four and five minutes.
    Your speech topic is appropriate if,
    1. it does not insult the generalized other or audience (George Herbert Mead)
    2. it does not suggest people engage in illegal activity (Code of Conduct)
    3. it is something worthy of scholarship; would be part of a college lecture 

  • “The Impact of Racism, Oppression, and Diversity on Social Work Practice: Examining the Current State of DEI in Policy and Research”

    No more than 7 pages -Reference page APA format Social workers understand how racism and oppression shape human experiences and how these 2 constructs influence practice at the individual, family, group, organizational, and community levels and in policy and research. Furthermore, social workers understand the historical roots of social and racial injustices and the forms and mechanisms of oppression and discrimination. Social workers also understand how diversity and intersectionality shape human experiences and identity development and affect equity and inclusion. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a hot topic with government and elected officials at this time in history. Affirmative action is being eliminated in schools across the country and with employers as well. Therefore, the research topic will allow you to draw conclusions from research articles, newspaper articles, YouTube and podcast presentations, and various other internet sources.

  • “Empowering Texas Citizens: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Influencing Government and Policymaking in the Lone Star State”

    We have spent the semester in Texas Government exploring the interconnections between people (like you!) and their (in this case, your!) government – those folks and institutions that craft the rules and regulations we all live under. Those interconnections range from the environment and culture of a place setting the parameters for understanding political choices; to the offices and institutions empowered to make rules AND the individual officials who inhabit those offices; to the policy process seeking to understand how people can influence policy, why particular choices are made, and how those choices might be different based on circumstance.Your task is to show me you understand these concepts. Craft the Texas Citizen’s Handbook – your guide for a Texas resident on what they need to know to influence government and policymaking in Texas. That’s it. That’s the guidance. If you prefer, you might consider it as “what are the most important things for a citizen to know or remember in order to engage with the political system?” or “what do I, as a college student, need to know or do to engage with the system?” — just be sure you develop the explanations for why and how those items or ideas are the most important.
    The choices you make in coverage, both breadth and depth, should be based on YOUR understanding of the political system, how it works, and the mechanisms for individual involvement. If you want to take the perspective of a particular person with a particular cause, that’s fine. If you want to go more general, that’s fine, too. Level of detail is important here, and you should be sure that the information you convey is both accurate and sufficiently complete to convey that you understand what you are talking about and know the political theories and processes.
    The rest should be familiar: How you choose to convey that info is up to you. It seems to me that one could certainly compile that info into a paper and be fine. It also seems like the sort of thing that really would lend itself nicely to a pamphlet, website, or something similar that blends written and graphical qualities. PowerPoint or similar, All fair game.
    Written work will process through TurnItIn just for safety sake. Standard reminder that I don’t take TurnItIn on face; if there are issues flagged, I will investigate them independently and see if there is actually a problem or just TurnItIn being overly sensitive. Outside materials, if used, should be appropriately cited in whatever format you are most comfortable with

  • Assessment Description References Porges, S. W. (2009). The polyvagal theory: New insights into adaptive reactions of the autonomic nervous system. Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, 76(Suppl 2), S

    Assessment Description
    Prepare a dynamic and interesting digital presentation as if you were going to present to your peers. Your presentation will be 12-15 slides with slide notes of 70-100 words and citations in APA format in each slide. In addition to the 12-15 slides, include one slide for the title slide and one slide for References.
    Address the following in your presentation:
    1.   Define the Polyvagal Theory and explain its importance in mind-body wellness.
    2.   Select a mental health disorder (such as PTSD, depression, bipolar, etc.) and explain how the theory applies to an overall wellness plan.
    3.   Explain what is meant by gut-brain health.
    4.   Explain how gut-brain health impacts depression and anxiety in an individual.
    5.   Name three to five dietary strategies that can improve overall gut-brain health.
    6.   Support your explanations with three to four scholarly resources.
    Presentation Guidelines:
    Speaker notes (70-100 words) that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in each slide and do not simply restate it.
    If using PowerPoint, refer to the resource, “Creating Effective PowerPoint Presentations,” located in the Student Success Center, for additional guidance on completing this assignment in the appropriate style.  
    While APA style is not required for the PowerPoint presentation, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references (last slide) should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. 
    This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
    You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
    Rubric
    Criteria Description
    Definition of the Polyvagal Theory and explanation of its importance in mind-body wellness.
    5. Target
    22.5 points
    Definition of the Polyvagal Theory is expertly accurate and explanation of its importance in mind-body wellness is expertly accurate and comprehensive.

  • “Engineering a Path to Success: My Academic and Professional Goals”

    Provide an essay discussing your academic and professional goals. Include a brief discussion of the major factors that have shaped and influenced your pursuit of these goals.
    its for an engineering scholarship

  • “Engines of Change: A Comparative Analysis of Race, Immigration Law, and Agglomerating Economies in US Cities”

    Discuss the different “engines of change” (race and immigration law, agglomerating economies) affecting cities in the US that each article addresses. Although both articles take a positivist approach, one flirts with structuralism. Briefly discuss how taking a structural approach allows the Miyares article an approach that goes beyond mere description as in the Hong and Wheeler article.
    Please remember this is a reflection paper. Demonstrate you are learning. No need to do extra research, but you are welcome to do so, IF you think it will help YOU write the paper.
    Please remember to address all the material below and meet the word minimum.
    Please remember to refer to the reflection paper rubric.
    Please give a sincere effort and write at least 1000 words.
    The main articles to use are From Exclusionary Covenant to Ethnic Hyperdiversity and Geographic Changes in the Metropolitan Corporate South. The other articles are there for more info so you can mention a little bit from them but those are the two main ones. 

  • “Existentialism: Exploring the Human Condition and the Search for Meaning”

    Embark on a philosophical exploration of existentialism, delving into its key concepts, origins, and implications for understanding human existence. Investigate the existentialist philosophies of thinkers such as Søren Kierkegaard, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Jean-Paul Sartre, analyzing their perspectives on freedom, individuality, and the search for meaning in a seemingly absurd world. Examine existentialist themes in literature, film, and art, considering their existentialist implications. Evaluate the relevance of existentialist thought in contemporary society, addressing existential crises, authenticity, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Utilize philosophical texts, critical analysis, and reflective inquiry to engage deeply with existentialist philosophy and its enduring questions.