Informative Speech Outline

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SPC 1017

Professor Higgs

31 July 2018

The Impact Social Media Is Having On Our Interpersonal Communication

I. Introduction A. “Social media should improve your life, not become your life” –Ritu

Ghatourey i. Credibility Statement

1. I searched through the Communication and Mass Media database and through the google search engine for about 3 hours in order to find articles that were both credible and informative. I also reviewed these articles several times to ensure they were providing the proper information I needed for this presentation.

ii. Thesis statement 1. This presentation is about how social media is

impacting our interpersonal communication and how we can manage our use of social media more effectively.

iii. Preview 1. I will be talking about how social media causes us to

spend more time on our devices than with those around us. I will then address how we can effectively balance between social media and the real world.

That being said, let’s begin with how,

II. Body A. Social media causes us to spend more time in our virtual worlds than

with people who are close to us. i. We are so “engrossed” in our virtual worlds we “Hardly find time to talk to those near and dear to us”. (Karin, 2012)

ii. We are actually starting to prefer communicating virtually than communicating face-to-face (Keller, 2013).

iii. “We don’t feel as personally connected to people at other end of our mobile devices as we do when we’re face to face” (Keller, 2013)

This brings me to my next point, B. There are a few ways to manage between social media and the real

world more effectively. i. A way to use mediated technology to maintain that face- to – face contact is using Skype or FaceTime to call a friend.

 

 

 

 

ii. Interpersonal communication is all about communicating on a personal level, “If you’re trying to get people together to do something, don’t be afraid to take initiative and ask” (Stenzel Clinical Services, 2015).

Essentially,

III. Conclusion

A. Social media is going to continue to impact our interpersonal communication and we will continue to have to find ways to manage the amount of time we spend on our devices.

B. So, that being said, “What consumes your mind, controls your life”- Anonymous. You have the ability to choose whether or not you want social media to have that power over your life.

Works Cited

Bala, Kiran. “Social Media and Changing Communication Patterns.” Global Media

Journal: Indian Edition, vol. 5, no. 1, June 2014, pp. 1-6. EBSCOhost,

db16.linccweb.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct

=true&db=ufh&AN=98477971&site=ehost-live.

 

Keller, Maura. “Social Media and Interpersonal Communication.” Parenting With

Intellectual Disabilities – Changing Times, May 2013,

www.socialworktoday.com/archive/051313p10.shtml.

 

Stenzel Clinical Services. “The Social Media Guide: How to Balance Online and Offline

Relationships.” Stenzel Clinical Services, Stenzel Clinical Services, 8 Sept.

2015, stenzelclinical.com/socialmediaguide/.

Major Writing Project : Joining a Conversation You’ve Researched

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Major Writing Project 

Major Writing Project :  Joining a Conversation You’ve Researched (5–6 pages)

  • Write a researched argument about an issue affecting your future career field, your major field, or your community, or focus on an issue described in the readings you’ve done from the book.  This paper is your own argument, but you should take into account what you’ve learned during this course:  begin by showing the conversation your paper is responding to (“they say”), have a clear statement of your own argument about the issue (“I say”), include quotes and incorporate them smoothly (both in the “they say” and “I say” paragraphs), point out possible objections to your argument, use appropriate transitions, and explain why the issue matters (so what? who cares?).  You must use at least 5 sources and at least 2 must be from academic peer reviewed journals.
  • No plagiarism: Review the definitions of plagiarism, and remember that plagiarism also includes submitting a paper from another class for this class

Recommended structure:  For this paper you have 5-6 pages to work with and you need to include, in effect, five major parts:

  1. Introduction: includes an overview of the conversation (names of key authors and the issues you’re bringing up), a brief statement of your argument (or thesis statement), and a brief explanation of why your argument matters
  2. summary of 2 or 3 authors or arguments, with quotes as evidence
  3. summary of how they agree/disagree; provide quotes if necessary
  4. your own opinion and your reasons for your opinion (which includes at least one naysayer); provide quotes as evidence
  5. Conclusion: includes a return sentence, a restatement of your argument, and a developed explanation of why your argument matters

Note that these are five parts, not paragraphs (exceptions: the introduction and the conclusion are usually one paragraph each).  What could this look like?  Here’s an example:  After the brief introductory paragraph (where you introduce your topic, an overview of the conversation you’re entering, a sense of your argument and briefly why your argument matters), you might have a summary of one author (1 paragraph), then a summary of the second author (1 paragraph), and a summary of another author or position (1 paragraph).  Then you might have one paragraph that explains how they agree or disagree (though you can already allude to that in the summary paragraphs through phrases like “Unlike X, Y asserts that…”).  Note that the paragraph that explains how the authors or arguments agree or disagree is still “they say,” since you’re not yet putting forward your own opinion on the issues.  At that point you’ll have written about 3 pages.  Then you write your own argument (“I say”) in relation to the conversation you’ve set up (about two pages).  At that point you’ve written about 5 pages.  Then you end with a concluding paragraph, where you wrap it up with a return sentence and again explain why it matters.

Keep in mind that this way of structuring your argument is only a suggestion; it doesn’t have to be exactly like that.  But hopefully this gives you an idea of what this kind of paper could look like.

Grading Guide:  I will grade your MWP3 according to the following grading guide.  Use this guide when writing your paper.

Introduction (10 points)

Includes an overview of the conversation (names of key authors and the issues you’re bringing up), clear “I say” statement (thesis) placed in relation to authors, and a brief explanation of why your argument matters

“They say” (20 points):  Shows conversation paper is responding to

Summary includes basic information about authors as well as the full title of essays; summaries do not agree or disagree with authors (summaries inhabit worldview); summaries use sophisticated signal verbs to summarize authors’ points; no listing or “closest cliché” (pp. 31, 35, 33)

Quoting (20 points): Uses quotes correctly and appropriately

Quotes used to present “proof of evidence” (p. 42) in summary of authors’ arguments — Quotes should not be “orphans” (p. 43) — Quotes should be framed appropriately (“quotation sandwich”) (p. 46) — Quotes should be Introduced with appropriate verb (p. 47) — Quotes should present “proof of evidence” (p. 42) — Indicates page number of quote (p. 48)

“I Say” (20 points):  Clear statement of your own argument

Clearly distinguishes “they say” from “I say” – Clearly signals who is saying what: Uses at least one template from pp. 72-75 — “I say” includes clear reasons for argument that are not simply summaries of authors’ arguments – Clearly plants naysayer to support “I say” argument (use at least one template from pp. 82, 83,84-85, 89).

Conclusion (10 points)

Includes at least one “return sentence” in the conclusion to remind reader of what “they say” (p. 27); includes a restatement of thesis or “I say”; includes a developed explanation of why your argument matters (uses templates from pp. 95-96, 98-99).

Bibliography or Works Cited (10 points)

Includes proper bibliographic form — no annotations included here — includes 5 sources; 2 must be peer-reviewed

Editing and tone (10 points)

No editing errors (spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting); Uses proper tone (formal where appropriate, informal where appropriate)

MLA WORKSHEETS

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Natalie De La Rosa

Professor Yasmin Ramirez

English 1301

Nov 17, 2019

 

MLA Documentation Practice Worksheet

Using the information below, write correct parenthetical citations/documentations for each example in the parenthesis provided.

Example of a works cited page:

Donaldson, Sam. Bantering on Watergate. New York: Penguin Books, 1985.

Jennings, Peter. Pushing the Limits of Political Journalism. Washington: Greater ​Politics Press, 1994.

Smith, Charles. I Love Politics: A Guide to Discerning Reality. Chicago: Penn ​Press, 2001.

Xavier, Jason and Thomas Yater. Political Guide to the United States. New York: ​Ballantine, 2004.

Xavier, Jason. Somewhere in the Political Realm. New York: Ballantine, 2002.

 

Questions:

1.) “He spoke to us in German and then left us behind” (Donald, 1985. Pg.45).

–from Donaldson’s Bantering on Watergate, page 45

2.) “I never thought of myself as proud”, says Jennings in his book Pushing the Limits of Political Journalism (Jennings, 1994. Pg.107).

–This source was located on page 107.

3.) “Politics is such an interesting field” (Smith, 2001. Pg.451).

–From Charles Smith’s book, page 451.

4.) “Enraged is how he felt after the episode” (Xavier, 2002. Pg. 233).

–From Jason Xavier’s book Somewhere in the Political Realm, page 233.

5.) In Political Guide to the United States, Xavier and Yaterexplore the idea that the U.S. is changing politically (Xavier & Yaterexplore, 2004. Pg. 544).

–From page 544 of this book.

 

 

 

 

Practice in text citations

1. Embed a portion of the following quotation in a sentence using the appropriate citation.  Make up a page number for this exercise.

“Students can expect to find a wider variety of options available to them at college than they had in high school.  They really have no idea what opportunities exist in the big wide world.  The possibilities are endless.”

Smith, Snuffy.  How to Go to College.  Cleveland: Jones, 2005.

Ans: There is no reason to worry about the units you are studying in high school, in college is where you will specialize, because according to Smith (2005), “Students can expect to find a wider variety of options available to them at college than they had in high school. They really have no idea what opportunities exist in the big wide world. The possibilities are endless.”

2. Embed a portion of the following quote by introducing the author first and giving appropriate citation at the end of the quote.  (Note: for the purposes of this worksheet, you may assume where the quotation came from within the page range given for each example.)

“Students who select colleges because of the potential for partying are often sadly disappointed when it comes time for them to actually begin a career.  Most workplaces don’t have that many parties”

Yokum, Abner.  “Party Animals on Campus.”  Deep Thinker.   12 Mar. 2007: 33-35.

Ans: Yokum talks about how students who are about to join college should set their priorities straight. This because college is the first to you career, which means that “Students who select colleges because of the potential for partying are often sadly disappointed when it comes time for them to actually begin a career.” (2007)

3. Embed two or more sections of this quote in a passage you might write and give appropriate citation by using the ellipsis (…) to indicate the quotation has been abbreviated.

“Life, like any paper topic, neatly divides itself into three major categories—pre-college, college and post-college—each of which is determined primarily by the peculiar fears that dominate that stage.  Of course, those unfortunates who never go to college are condemned to live out their impoverished lives experiencing only the pre-college and post-college stages.”

Crist, Steven G. and George Meyer, eds.  “College and Fear.”  The Harvard Lampoon Big Book of College Life. Garden City, New York: Dolphin, 1978.  62-63.

Ans: Every new experience in life is frightening mainly because we don’t know the outcomes, this also applies to college. That should not be a reason not to enjoy ourselves as life and college are two sides of the same coin, “Life, like any paper topic, neatly divides itself into three major categories—pre-college, college and post-college—each of which is determined primarily by the peculiar fears that dominate that stage…” (Crist & George, 1978).

4. Embed a quotation from a work by two authors, citing it only at the end of the quote.

“If you are considering a career in law, English is actually one of the best majors to consider as an undergraduate.  The skills you learn in logic and analysis transfer well to disputation.”

Collins, Tara and Kelly Almond.  How to be a Lawyer.  Moab: Slickrock, 2006.  19.

Ans: Being a lawyer involves a lot of communication both verbal and written therefore, “If you are considering a career in law, English is actually one of the best majors to consider as an undergraduate. The skills you learn in logic and analysis transfer well to disputation.” (Collins & Kelly, 2006)

5. Embed elements of the same quote using the author’ names to introduce the quote.

According to Collins & Kelly, (2006), “If you are considering a career in law, English is actually one of the best majors to consider as an undergraduate. The skills you learn in logic and analysis transfer well to disputation.” This is because English is the main language used in law globally.

6. Use portions of this quote and include the author and title to introduce the quote.

“Naturalists often run afoul of wildlife while in the field.  I myself had my leg chewed off by a puma after falling asleep at lunch one day.  Thinking back, I wish I hadn’t had such a large lunch that day.”

Khlulus, I. M. “Fun with Wildlife.”  Wilderness Ranger June 2004: 17-21.

Ans: Khlulus (2004) in the book Fun with Wildlife. “Naturalists often run afoul of wildlife while in the field.”

7. Paraphrase from the quote below and use an appropriate citation in a sentence of your own construction.  (Paraphrase means to put the ideas of another person into your own words.)

“My most successful piece sold for $10,000.  I showed it to this guy I was dating, and he was blown away that it had sold for so much because, to him, it looked like a scene of mud.  I began showing in galleries while still in school.”

Benthin, Stefanie.  “Successful Artists: You Can Be One Too.”  Abstract Art Magazine Oct. 1991: 21+.

Ans: A lot of people don’t believe the pieces could go for $10,000, like I showed I sit to someone I was dating and the reaction was the same. Since it does not look shiny, I find it hard to convince people about the value since the time I was showcasing while still in school.

8. Embed a quotation from an interview that has no page number.

“I suggest that you study hard in college, but get a job too.  Jobs teach much more than school ever does.”

Workman, Tom.  Personal interview. 25 Feb. 2007.

Ans: Education as never been enough, one needs to top it up with some real-world experience, at least that is what Workman (2007), suggest from the personal interview, “I suggest that you study hard in college, but get a job too. Jobs teach much more than school ever does.”

9. Paraphrase from this quote from a presentation.

“The highest rated colleges this year are those specializing in technical fields.  If you have skills in any area of technology, you can write your own ticket and work anywhere in the world.”

Albers, Joe.  Presentation.  Multiple Intelligences and Career Paths.  Durango, 25 Feb. 2000.

Ans: Specializing in the technical fields has made a lot of colleges to be ranked highly, this is because having technological skills it is east to work anywhere around the world.

10. Paraphrase this quote from a video.

“I had a dual-major in communications and technology.  When I was ready to graduate, I posted my resume on-line and got called for an interview the very next day.”

One Day. DeVry. 1999-2000.

Ans: After my Graduation I was called for an interview the next, just from posting my resume on-line, I realized a dual-major in communications and technology is proficient field.

11. Cite an online subscription for which you paraphrase a portion the following quote.

“There will always be a demand for teachers.  Whether there will also always be a demand for public schools is an issue that will resolve itself within this generation.”

Sabu, Larry.  “We Should Have Let Them Pray.”  TeachingMay 2003: 3+.  MAS Ultra School Edition.  EbscoHost, Durango High School Media Center.  11 Mar. 2004 <www.epnet/3927_2/dustbunny/vacuum>.

Ans: Sabu (2004), affirms that the demand of teachers will never end.

12. Cite a website from which you paraphrase a portion of the following quotation:

“Whatever you do for work in life, the most important thing to remember is not how much money you make or how big a title you have, it is whether you look forward to getting up in the morning and doing it again.  Money can buy things; things can be replaced.  Titles can be bought, which makes them simply things.”

Guthrie, Woody.  “Way Over Yonder in a Minor Key.”  The Unofficial Woody Guthrie Homepage.  14 June 2006.  The Wooden Box Society.  11 Mar. 2007 <www.woodenbox.org/unoff/index.htm>.

Ans: According to the Wooden Box Society (2007), anything that we engage in our lives it is important to understand that we are passionately enough to do the work and only looking at how money we make.

 

Assignment #2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_EAxomGhNY https://theoatmeal.com/comics/believeview the video and review the link before responding to the following questions 200words

What is difficult about researching?

The most difficult and challenging aspect about research is finding the appropriate and legitimate sources. This is because there a lot of information on the internet and on the world in general which makes it hard from identifying the real stories from the fake ones.

How can you tell if a source is reliable?

Reliable sources can be distinguished from fake sources through various ways; like for example when looking at an organization or the government. This can be a reliable source only if the information is obtained from the official pages of such entities. Additional any reliable source should have the name of the author, a source that has no author or anonymous, then the source is unreliable. Also, for a source to be reliable the author should be known in their field of study, for instance Sigmund Freud in the psychological field, or Shakespeare in the art world. The author should also site other sources in his work so that is can be a proof of research; in other words, it is know as peer reviewed

What is the main advice you would give to another student on conducting research?

Not everything on the internet is reliable and real, choose wisely?

A Quilt Of A Country

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A Quilt of a Country, by Anna Quindlen

 

 

Article found at this link:

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CBwQFjAAahUKEwjU17jiz5XIAhVElB4KHU21BK8&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ww-p.org%2Fcommon%2Fpages%2FDisplayFile.aspx%3FitemId%3D28658582&usg=AFQjCNFkbxAh5dzNcOPKbpv1wqWU1A3fjw&bvm=bv.103388427,d.cWw

 

 

1. What opposing viewpoint does Quindlen respond to in paragraph 3?

 

2. What counterargument does she offer to it? List the reasons and evidence she includes in her counterargument and evaluate if it is relevant and sufficient.

 

 

3. In paragraph 4, Quindlen uses repetition and parallelism. What sentence structure and words does she repeat?

 

4. What is the effect of this repetition? (What happens as a result?)

 

5. Quindlen uses many different types of evidence throughout the argument to support her claim, for example facts, statistics, and quotations. Identify at least three examples of evidence and evaluate how she uses each one to support her claim.