Informative Speech on Culture Outline
Section 1Module 09: Informative Speech on Culture (Outline)Submit AssignmentPoints 30Submitting a file upload Module 09 Table of ContentsDirectionsYour outline for the informative speech is due in this module. Please find the directions for this assignment in Module 08: Informative Speech on Culture (assigned).Create an outline related to culture that organizes your thoughts and main points into a coherent speech.The following speech outline should be viewed as a template for the structure, required elements, and formatting of main points and subpoints in a speech outline. Also note the use of transitions, citing your sources, and the reference page/bibliography. SAMPLE informative speech OUTLINE.pdfYou are required to use a minimum of three reliable sources. Your sources must include academic journals, newspaper articles, magazine articles, and books.SUBMISSIONSave your outline as a .doc or .docx file following the naming convention, your first initial, last name, and the name of the assignment (i.e., JSmith - Assignment Name Here).Please note the following:The assignment will be submitted via Turnitin to check for plagiarism. Please find the plagiarism policy in your Course Syllabus. All submitted student writing assignments will be added as source documents in Turnitin reference database for the purpose of detecting plagiarism of such papers in the future.SUBMITTING A FILE AS AN ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION IN CANVASYou may follow the directions on uploading a file as an assignment submission in Canvas (Links to an external site.) to submit the assignment.ACCESSING TURNITIN SIMILARITY REPORTSHere are the directions on accessing and reviewing Turnitin similarity reports (Links to an external site.).You can find more information on accessing the similarity report and similarity score (Links to an external site.). Here is the most useful content available to students using Turnitin on Turnitin Student Resources Hub (Links to an external site.).GradingThe assignment is worth 30 points toward your course grade. It will be graded according to the grading rubric below.Page 5 of 8 in Module 09Proceed to the next page by clicking the Next button below.RubricCST 110 Informative Speech Outline RubricCST 110 Informative Speech Outline RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesMeets the requirements of an introduction: 1) Clear specific purpose, 2) Strong opening statement, 3) Credibility established, 4) Clear thesis statement, 5) Preview of main points.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementOne or two elements missing.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishMost or all of the elements missing.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBody10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes1) Main points clear, fully developed and logically organized. 2) Information credible and properly cited. 3) Transitions and signposts used effectively. 4) Formatting is clear.8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement1) Main points identified but supporting points missing or unclear or not fully developed or supported. 2) Information not properly cited. 3) Minor formatting issues.6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) Main points and supporting points not clear or missing. 2) Information unclear or missing and not cited. 3) Major formatting issues.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusion5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesMeets the requirements of a conclusion: 1) Summarizes main points. 2) Closes with an impactful statement.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementMinor issues with the requirements of a conclusion.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) Major issues with the conclusion. 2) No impactful statement.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSources5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes1) Minimum number of sources used. 2) Each source is properly cited and referenced in bibliography.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvement1) Fewer than minimum required sources. 2) Minor issues in formatting of text citations and/or bibliography.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) No sources listed. 2) No attempt to place in required formatting.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesGrammar, word usage and writing mechanics at college level.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementMinor issues with grammar and writing mechanics.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishMajor issues with grammar and writing mechanics.5 ptsTotal Points: 30Section 2Informative Speech on Culture (submission) 🎬No unread replies.No replies. Module 09 Table of ContentsDirectionsPlease find the directions for this assignment in Module 08: Informative Speech on Culture (assigned).SUBMISSIONRecord your video using Studio. Follow the directions in Getting Started: Use Studio to Record Your Speeches ⚒.Click the Reply button below to share your video in the discussion forum. Look for the Studio tool icon on Rich Content Editor. By default, comments are included in the embedded media file. Please make sure to disable comments. Follow the directions on embedding Studio media in Canvas(Links to an external site.).GradingThe assignment is worth 60 points toward your course grade. It will be graded according to the grading rubric attached to the forum. You can find the grading rubric by following the directions on how to view the rubric for a graded discussion.DirectionsINFORMATIVE SPEECH ON CULTURE GUIDELINESHere are your assignment guidelines:Pick a culture that you strongly identify with. (Think about your nationality, your religion, the region where you grew up, or organizations of which you are a member.)Bring in an object that represents that culture. You can create PowerPoint slides for the video.Create an outline that organizes your thoughts and main points into a coherent speech. (You will turn this in.) Please find the instruction and a sample informative speech outline in Module 09.Speak for 4 to 6 minutes about your culture, how this object represents your culture, and how your culture has shaped who you are. This is a very short speech, so make each word count.Record your speech using the instructions below and follow the instructions in Module 9 to upload and submit it.Manuscripts are prohibited and will result in a point deduction. You may use notecards during the presentation.RECORDING YOUR VIDEORecord your video using Studio. Follow the directions in Getting Started: Use Studio to Record Your Speeches ⚒.Please do this well in advance - I will not accept late or incomplete work due to technical issues. You are fully responsible more making sure that your video is accessible and playable.SUBMISSIONYou don't submit the assignment here. You will submit this assignment in Module 9.GradingThe assignment is worth 90 points toward your course grade. Refer to the grading rubric below to understand how this assignment will be graded.Outline - 30 pointsInformative Speech Video - 60 pointsPage 8 of 11 in Module 08Proceed to the next page by clicking the Next button below.RubricCST 110 Informative Speech on Culture Rubric (outline and video)CST 110 Informative Speech on Culture Rubric (outline and video)CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutline - Introduction5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesMeets the requirements of an introduction: 1) Clear specific purpose, 2) Strong opening statement, 3) Credibility established, 4) Clear thesis statement, 5) Preview of main points.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementOne or two elements missing.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishMost or all of the elements missing.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutline - Body10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes1) Main points clear, fully developed and logically organized. 2) Information credible and properly cited. 3) Transitions and signposts used effectively. 4) Formatting is clear.8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement1) Main points identified but supporting points missing or unclear or not fully developed or supported. 2) Information not properly cited. 3) Minor formatting issues.6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) Main points and supporting points not clear or missing. 2) Information unclear or missing and not cited. 3) Major formatting issues.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutline - Conclusion5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesMeets the requirements of a conclusion: 1) Summarizes main points. 2) Closes with an impactful statement.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementMinor issues with the requirements of a conclusion.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) Major issues with the conclusion. 2) No impactful statement.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutline - Sources5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes1) Minimum number of sources used. 2) Each source is properly cited and referenced in bibliography.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvement1) Fewer than minimum required sources. 2) Minor issues in formatting of text citations and/or bibliography.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) No sources listed. 2) No attempt to place in required formatting.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOutline - Writing5 to >4.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesGrammar, word usage and writing mechanics at college level.4 to >3.0 ptsNeeds improvementMinor issues with grammar and writing mechanics.3 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishMajor issues with grammar and writing mechanics.5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVideo - Visual AidPlease select and visually show an object for your topic about culture or use PowerPoint slides that are linked to an aspect of the culture you have selected.10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesEffectively uses visual aid in the speech.8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvementMinor issues with presentation of visual aid in the speech.6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishMajor issues with presentation of visual aid in the speech. Does not use a visual aid in the speech.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVideo - DeliveryPlease demonstrate you have practiced your delivery by showing clear eye contact with the camera, utilizing appropriate vocalics and nonverbal communication for your speech.20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishesMeets the requirements for effective delivery: 1) Maintains eye contact with the camera. . 2) Has appropriate vocal variety (speed, volume, tone). 3) Shows preparedness in delivery with minimal vocal pauses and smooth and fluid presentation.16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvementMeets some of the requirements for effective delivery.12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplishDoes not meet the requirements for effective delivery.20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVideo - OrganizationPlease show clear structure and delineation between the introduction, the body and the conclusion. Transitions and verbal signposts should be used to clarify organization.20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes1) Main points are clear and well-organized. 2) Transitions are used effectively throughout the speech.16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvement1) Main points are somewhat clear and organized. 2) Transitions are sometimes used in the speech.12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish1) Main points are not clear or well-organized. 2) Transitions are missing or not used effectively in the speech.20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVideo - LengthThe speech should be 4-6 minutes long.10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish10 ptsTotal Points: 90Section 3 Discussion - Informative Speech Evaluation11 unread reply.11 reply. Module 10 Table of ContentsPurposeThis assignment is closely tied to specific course objectives. It provides you with an opportunity to experience the development of interpersonal values that open and maintain channels of communication, by engaging one another on the Discussion Board, writing your own posts, and responding to fellow student's posts. Another important course objective this assignment aligns to stipulates that students exercise critical insight in judging spoken discourse. By reviewing their work and other students' work directly relates to this course objective.DirectionsPart 1: Complete a self-evaluation of your presentation.Use the Best in the Class and Coaching Tips for Informative Speeches.rtf (Links to an external site.) as a guide and discuss 1 or 2 things you did well and at least 2 areas for improvement. Remember to identify and define each item (cite the definitions if you use any terms we have learned so far!) and to provide quotes and action descriptions that show your reader how you performed in each of these areas. Add some thought about how your recommendations will improve the next speech performance. This post should be a minimum of 3 paragraphs.SubmissionClick the Reply button below to post your evaluation. The first line of your reply should be “LAST NAME FIRST NAME: My Personal Evaluation.” So if your name is Megan Sanchez, it would read “Sanchez Megan: My Personal Evaluation."Part 2: Write assessments for two class members with your evaluation of their speeches.Use the Best in Class and Coaching Tips form as a guide and discuss 1 or 2 things the speaker did well and at least 2 areas for improvement. Add some thought about how your recommendations will improve the next speech performance. Remember to identify and define each item (cite the definitions if you use any terms we have learned so far!) and to provide quotes and action descriptions that show your reader how the speaker performed in each of these areas. Each assessment post should be a minimum of three paragraphs.In the assessment of others use a salutation to greet the person and write in the second person. For example: "Hello, Megan. I think you did a great job with a strong attention-getter by using a dramatic example. According to the authors, a dramatic example is '...XYZ. (p. 999).' Using the ABC as a dramatic example really captured the attention of the audience because....” Sign your name at the end of each posting. Altogether, you will develop three separate postings. Each should include at least three paragraphs that highlight 1 or 2 things the speaker did well and at least 2 areas for improvement.SubmissionClick the Reply button below to post your assessments.The first line of your reply should be “LAST NAME FIRST NAME: Speaker Name Evaluation.” So if your name is Megan Sanchez and you evaluated Colin Stuart, the thread would read “Sanchez Megan: Colin Stuart Evaluation."GradingThe discussion is worth 20 points toward your course grade. Each part is worth 10 points. You can find the grading rubric for this discussion activity by following the directions on how to view the rubric for a graded discussionSection 4 Interpersonal Communication Film Paper (submission)Submit Assignment Points 90 Submitting a file upload Module 12 Table of ContentsDirectionsPlease find the directions for the assignment in Module 09: Interpersonal Communication Film Paper (assigned).SubmissionSubmit your Interpersonal Communication Film Paper as an attachment (.doc or .docx) by clicking the Submit Assignment button above. Make sure that the file is labeled with your first initial, last name and the name of the assignment (i.e. JSmith - Assignment Name Here)Please note the following:The assignment will be submitted via Turnitin to check for plagiarism. Please find the plagiarism policy in your Course Syllabus. All submitted student writing assignments will be added as source documents in Turnitin reference database for the purpose of detecting plagiarism of such papers in the future.GradingThis paper is worth 90 points and will be graded according to the rubric below.Page 4 of 6 in Module 12Proceed to the next page by clicking the Next button below.RubricCST 110 Interpersonal Communication Film Paper RubricCST 110 Interpersonal Communication Film Paper RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCorrectly defines and applies relational development theory to the film30 to >24.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes24 to >18.0 ptsNeeds improvement18 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish30 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCorrectly defines and applies relational maintenance theory to the film30 to >24.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes24 to >18.0 ptsNeeds improvement18 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish30 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrates college-level critical analysis of the film20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvement12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting: Introduction and conclusion are clear and effective; grammar, citations and spelling reflect college level work.10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish10 ptsTotal Points: 90Section 5DirectionsYour group presentation is due in this module. Please refer to the directions for the group presentation in Module 08: Group Presentation (assigned).SubmissionOne of the group members should upload the presentation to Studio and submit it by clicking the Submit Assignment button above. Save your PowerPoint as a MPEG-4 (mp4) video. Here is the instruction on how to turn your presentation into a video (Links to an external site.).Upload the video to Studio. Follow the directions on adding a video to Studio [PDF] (Links to an external site.).Click the Submit Assignment button above to submit your presentation. Look for the Studio tool icon on Rich Content Editor. By default, comments are included in the embedded media file. Please make sure to disable comments. Follow the directions on embedding Studio media in Canvas (Links to an external site.).GradingThe Group Presentation is worth 90 points. Please refer to the grading rubric below. Page 4 of 5 in Module 14Proceed to the next page by clicking the Next button below.RubricCST 110 Group Presentation RubricCST 110 Group Presentation RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeusing persuasive appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos) to convince the audience there is a problem20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvement12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeusing persuasive appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos) to convince the audience there are causes that increase the problem20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvement12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeusing persuasive appeals (ethos, pathos, and logos) to convince the audience there are solutions that can effectively respond to the problem20 to >16.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes16 to >12.0 ptsNeeds improvement12 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeclear organization in the presentation10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeeffective vocal delivery10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomespelling, grammar, formatting dynamics in the presentation10 to >8.0 ptsEffectively accomplishes8 to >6.0 ptsNeeds improvement6 to >0 ptsDoes not accomplish10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeaverage of the group evaluation resultsYour group presentation grade will be modified based on the group evaluation results.0 ptsPlease ignore this cell.0 ptsPlease ignore this cell.0 ptsPlease ignore this cell.0 ptsTotal Points: 90