Homework Assignment1. Think of a time in your life when you faced high levels of stress and multiple demands. What if another problem was added, such as finding out that your partner was having an affair. At that point, the stress and demands might seem beyond your coping skills. What would you do? How would you go about your normal routines? Would you act in ways that are not typical for you, such as withdrawing, losing you temper over small things, or being irritable with your friends? What was this experience like for you??2. Now, think of a time when you have felt hopeless because of something that happened. What was that experience like for you? What role do you believe that your sense of hopelessness played in you ability to solve or not solve the problem? What if you had talked to someone who told you they have helped someone with a similar problem before and felt confident that they could help you? How would that have affected you level of hope?3. When you think about both of these situations, what parts of your personality came out the most in each scenario??***Please remember to use APA (no first person, use in-text citations and a scholarly reference). ***RubricPro Comm Writing Assignment Rubric (2) (1) (1)Pro Comm Writing Assignment Rubric (2) (1) (1)CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization5.0 ptsFull Marks: Meets all of the criteria. The paper is organized well and all directions were followed.3.5 ptsSome organization is present, however formatting is inconsistent with minimal flaws.2.0 ptsOrganization and formatting is present, but is not correct. Directions were not properly adhered to.0.0 ptsDirections were not followed.5.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCritical Thinking/Application of Material40.0 ptsFull Marks (Represents excellent/superior work): Exceeds the criteria for a fully developed paper with the proper application of the material.30.0 ptsRepresents good work: The paper shows a developed thought process and gives detail on most of the subject matter. Paper reflects developed ideas and thought process.20.0 ptsRepresents average work; The paper shows an semi developed thought process and gives detail to most of the subject matter. Paper reflects semi developed ideas and thought process, but did not completely finalize all aspects of the process.10.0 ptsThe paper shows that the writer has an idea; however the ideas were not conveyed or developed with this paper. The paper touched briefly on a set of ideas but did not fully develop them.5.0 ptsThe student demonstrates the minimal skills considered necessary to pass the assignment and has not demonstrated the ability to meet expectations.0.0 ptsThe paper does not show that the writer has developed critical thinking skills necessary to fully complete the assignment.40.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity30.0 ptsFull Marks (Represents excellent/superior work): Explanations very clear and well organized.24.0 ptsRepresents good work: The body of the paper shows a developed thought process and gives detail on most of the subject matter.18.0 ptsRepresents average work: The body of the paper touched briefly on a set of ideas but did not fully develop them, showing growth and competency.12.0 ptsThe student demonstrates the minimal skills considered necessary to pass the assignment and has not demonstrated the ability to meet expectations.6.0 ptsDid not complete or didn't fully develop their thoughts on each of the discussion points.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting-GrammarSentence structure, paragraph structure, spelling, punctuation25.0 ptsFull Marks (Represents excellent/superior work): minimal errors in sentence structure, paragraph structure, spelling, or punctuation.20.0 ptsRepresents good work: 0-3 different errors in sentence structure, paragraph structure, spelling, or punctuation.15.0 ptsRepresents average work: 4-5 different errors in sentence structure, paragraph structure, spelling, or punctuation10.0 ptsThe student demonstrates the minimal skills considered necessary to pass the assignment and has not demonstrated the ability to meet expectations.5.0 ptsDid not complete the assignment or had 8 or more different errors in sentence structure, paragraph structure, spelling, or punctuation.25.0 ptsTotal Points: 100.0Previous

Discussion 1:In 2013, your friend graduated from Better Business University, and the university’s president recently asked her to deliver this year’s commemorative speech. During her meeting with the university’s president, she learned the following information about the graduates:40% of the students have received job offers35% of the students intend to continue their education25% of the students are uncertain about their plans after graduationBased upon this information, which visual aid do you think she should use to prepare her speech? Select one of the visual aids and provide an explanation for your decision.Image 1: 10 Most Popular JobsImage 2: Business FactsDiscussion 2: Reflect on your previous speeches and self-reviews and consider your growth in effective speaking skills. In which area do you feel as if you experienced the most growth? Provide specific ways in which you improved in this criteria.Option A: Introduction (gained audience’s attention)Option B: Conclusion (reinforced central idea)Option C: Strong eye contact and expressive voice