Final Paper Instructions: Communication Analysis
Objective
Write a comprehensive
Final Paper Instructions: Communication Analysis
Objective
Write a comprehensive paper exploring a specific area of communication related to your
major or future career plans, integrating scholarly research and course concepts.
Paper Components
1. Topic Selection and Relevance (20%)
• Select a communication topic related to your major or career plans.
• Clearly explain the relevance of this topic to your field of study or future
career.
2. Research Integration (30%)
• Utilize 5 to 10 scholarly sources (excluding the textbook). Sources can
include books and articles from the library’s resources or electronic
databases.
• Integrate these sources to provide depth and context to your analysis.
3. Communication Analysis (30%)
• Analyze the selected topic by applying communication theories and
concepts learned in the course.
• Discuss the implications of these communication aspects within your
chosen field.
4. APA Style and Writing Quality (20%)
• Use the student paper template from the American Psychological
Association (APA) 7th Edition.
• Ensure the paper is well-written, coherent, and adheres to APA formatting
and citation guidelines.
Paper Specifications
• Length: 5-8 pages (excluding title page and references).
• Format: Typed, double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins.
• Submission: Via the designated online platform by the specified deadline.
• Topic Approval: Clear your topic with the instructor and start researching by the
middle of the semester.