I will add the prompt and rubric given to me. I tend to struggle with writing and getting started of ...
I will add the prompt and rubric given to me. I tend to struggle with writing and getting started often I worry that I am using a incorrect format. I typically do better when given an example to use as a reference but I have not had one provided for this assignment and have had some mental blocks that keep telling me I am doing it all wrong. Would you be able to assist me in getting through this assinment? This paper is about being a consumer of information. The topic of the paper is information seeking behavior and the administration of the current President of the United States. Part I. The Administration In this section of the paper write a detailed description of how you are (intentionally or unintentionally) receiving information about the administration of the President of the United States. In this part of the paper, be sure to address the following…. Conversationally (people talking about it)? Older technologies (such as television, radio, print newspapers/magazines)? Newer technologies (computers, phones, tablets through online news, social media, video clips, etc.). Is most of the information you are receiving serious? Satire/jokes? Do you attempt evaluate the truthfulness of the news to which you are exposed? If so, how do you go about that? How do you evaluate the accuracy/strength of the information you receive about the current president/administration? How has the sharing of political messages changed with the advent of new information technologies? In general, what is your favorite source of U.S. political information? Part II. Information-Seeking Behavior Pick one of the current hot button political topics (health care law, global warming, immigration, gun control, pandemic response, abortion) and search for information on where the current administration and their political opponents stand on this issue. In this section you will write about: How did you go about searching (what technology did you use? What search interface (Google? other?). What keywords did you use? How successful was your searching? Did it take several searches to find the information? How many? How did you decide to revise your search strategy for better results? Choose one of the information behavior models outlined in chapter 12 of your textbook. Apply that model to your information searching. Did your personal searching process fit the assumptions of the model? In what way did the model fit and/or not fit? Did the sources you used in Part II correspond with the sources you found to be most credible in Part I? Remember! Any time you use a source outside your own brain, you must cite it. You may use APA, MLA, or Chicago style citations. More information about these citation styles can be found at https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/resources.htm and citation/resources.htm. I have provided a rubric to help you insure that you are meeting all requirements for this paper. Pay special attention to the "Use of Model" section. This is where students lose the most points. In addition, make sure you look at the "Adherence to Requirements" section. I would hate for you to lose points over a requirement that is easy to meet. Formatting Guidelines Use a Title page, Times New Roman 12 font, 1 inch margins and double spaced. Paper will use essay format (not bulleted list) and be 1,200 words minimum. Have an introduction paragraph and a conclusions paragraph that tie the paper together. (While I recommend breaking your paper up into Part I and Part II, your introduction and conclusion should tie it all together.) Cite your sources! If you include facts of any kind (and you should), you must cite your source. You may use any citation style you wish but you should include in-text citations and a works cited or references page. I will count off points if you state facts without citing a source. If you have not at least cited your textbook, you will lose points. Short Paper Rubric (2021) Short Paper Rubric (2021) Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOverall topic 50 to >40.0 ptsExemplary Full Marks - ADemonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and questions. Thoroughly addresses all aspects of the prompt. Use of quotes used judiciously. Less than 20% duplication straight or verbatim from other sources. 40 to >30.0 ptsAccomplishedThoroughly addresses most aspects of the prompt. Displays some critical thinking with regard to information behavior. Less than 35% duplication straight or verbatim from other sources. 30 to >20.0 ptsDevelopingAddresses some aspects of the prompt and demonstrates some critical thinking with regard to information behavior. Less than 45% duplication straight or verbatim from other sources. 20 to >0.0 ptsUnsatisfactory BeginningDemonstrates a lack of understanding and inadequate analysis of the prompt. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis. More than 45% duplication straight or verbatim from other sources demonstrating lack of synthesis and bordering plagiarism. 0 ptsNo Marks - Did not submit Assignment by the Due DateDid not submit Assignment by the Due Date. 50 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Model 50 to >40.0 ptsExemplary Full Marks - AIdentifies a specific model from the textbook, providing the name of the model's creator and title of the model if available. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the model by describing it and applying it to the student's own information behavior. 40 to >30.0 ptsAccomplishedDemonstrates a thorough understanding of the model by describing it and applying it to the student's own information behavior. Model is not clearly identified but is recognizable from the text. 30 to >20.0 ptsDevelopingModel is identified but application is insufficient to indicate that the student understands it. Or - Student may have used a theory or style as opposed to a model. 20 to >0.0 ptsUnsatisfactory BeginningModel is not clearly identified or described. Student has not demonstrated an understanding of the model or has not applied it to their own information behavior. 0 ptsNo Marks - Did not submit Assignment by the Due DateDid not submit Assignment by the Due Date. 50 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization 30 to >24.0 ptsExemplary Full Marks - APaper is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flow smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, Reference List, etc.). 24 to >18.0 ptsAccomplishedPaper is adequately organized. Ideas are arranged reasonably with a progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes required components (introduction, body, conclusion, Reference List, etc.) for the most part. 18 to >12.0 ptsDevelopingPaper is somewhat organized, although occasionally ideas from paragraph to paragraph may not flow well and/or connect to the central position or be clear as a whole. May be missing a required component and/or component may be less than complete. 12 to >0.0 ptsUnsatisfactory BeginningPaper lacks logical organization and impedes readers’ comprehension of ideas. Central position is rarely evident from paragraph to paragraph and/or the paper is missing multiple required components. 0 ptsNo Marks - Did not submit Assignment by the Due DateDid not submit Assignment by the Due Date. 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Quality 30 to >24.0 ptsExemplary Full Marks - APaper is well written and clear using APA, MLA, or Chicago guidelines and standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Ideas are well synthesized and masterfully written. 24 to >18.0 ptsAccomplishedPaper shows above average writing style and clarity in writing using standard English and following APA, MLA, or Chicago guidelines. Synthesis is clear. 18 to >12.0 ptsDevelopingPaper shows an average and/or casual writing style using standard English and following APA, MLA, or Chicago guidelines. Displays lack of original thought or synthesis of ideas. 12 to >0.0 ptsUnsatisfactory BeginningPaper shows a below average/poor writing style lacking in elements of appropriate standard English and following proper APA, MLA, or Chicago guidelines. Content borders on plagiarism demonstrating lack of synthesis. Lack of in-text citation crediting original sources used. 0 ptsNo Marks - Did not submit Assignment by the Due DateDid not submit Assignment by the Due Date. 30 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAdherence to Requirements 20 to >16.0 ptsExemplary Full Marks - APaper is submitted by the deadline and meets or exceeds all requirements -Title page minimum of 1200 words, double spaced in 12-point font, correct margins, proper citation throughout. 16 to >12.0 ptsAccomplishedPaper is submitted by the deadline and adequately meets most requirements - Title page, minimum of 1200 words, double spaced in 12-point font, correct margins, proper citation throughout. 12 to >8.0 ptsDevelopingPaper is submitted by the deadline and/or may be lacking one or two of the stated requirements. Length, font or citations may be insufficient. This does not severely impede the content or strength of the piece but demonstrates a lack of adherence to requirements. 8 to >0.0 ptsUnsatisfactory BeginningPaper substantially fails to meet multiple requirements. Synthesis may be lacking due to a heavy reliance on quotes or use of source ideas not properly quoted, bordering on plagiarism. Content and strength of paper is severely affected by failing to meet required criteria, particularly with regard to length. 0 ptsNo Marks - Did not submit Assignment by the Due DateDid not submit Assignment by the Due Date. 20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Proofreading 20 to >15.0 ptsFull MarksPaper is free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors. Paper has been proofread and contains no typos. 15 to >10.0 ptsDevelopingMinor errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, usage, and/or formatting do not impede the flow of ideas in the paper. Paper has been proofread and contains few typos. 10 to >0.0 ptsBeginningFrequent errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and/or formatting that hinder the flow of the paper. 0 ptsNo MarksDid not submit assignment by the due date. 20 pts Total Points: 200
