Embry MGMT535 Module 1.2 Discussion
latest 2016 July
1.2 – Module 1
Discussion: Introductions
1919
unread replies.6666 replies.
Tell us about yourself by posting a brief biography on the
Discussion Board in the forum titled Module 1 Introductions.
Outline your educational goals, work experience, where
you’re from or currently live, hobbies, and your particular interest in taking
this course. Attach a picture of yourself (if you wish) so the rest of us will
know whom we are addressing during class discussions. Read your classmate’s
postings and get to know the people you will be interacting with throughout the
term.
Embry MGMT535 Module
2.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
2.2 –
Discussion: Module 2
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Post your response to the following in this Discussion and
respond to at least two of your colleagues by the end of the module week.
Review information about uncertain reduction (Chap. 3 in the
Dainton & Zelley textbook). Then refer to Table 3.3. Choose any ONE of the
axioms (list it so we know which one you are discussing) and explain how this
axiom played out in either assisting in enhancing a successful communication
outcome – or diminishing an unsuccessful communication outcome.
Review the Discussion Board Online Rubric for the grading
criteria that will be used when evaluating your discussion participation.
Embry MGMT535 Module
3.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
3.2 –
Discussion: Module 3
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Post your response to the following in this Discussion and
respond to at least two of your colleagues by the end of the module week.
Think about company rituals and organizational cultural
values (behavior/communication,etc.) that take place in your workplace. (See
table 4.1, in Clampitt textbook). Discuss any ONE that is indicative of your
company. Feel free to refer to Dr. Schein’s models for assistance (located at
Module 3 “Supplemental Readings”).
Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the grading criteria
that will be used when evaluating your discussion participation.
Embry MGMT535
Module 3.4 Discussion Final Report Topic latest 2016 July
3.4 –
Discussion: Module 3 Final Report Topic
2727 unread replies.5353 replies.
Submit your report
topic and chosen option by the end of the module week.
You are required to select your topic and the option you are following and what
you plan to write about. This information is to be posted in this discussion
area.
Following the suggested timeline will ensure that you stay on track to complete
your report on time. Now that you have chosen a topic, you can begin conducting
your preliminary research (e.g., identify key academic journals, electronic
data bases, and websites that will be fruitful for your research efforts). Keep
in mind your Final Capstone Report is worth one-third of your final grade in
this course.
Submit your chosen option and topic here. This is a
non-graded submission.
Embry MGMT535 Module
4.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
4.2 –
Discussion: Module 4
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Post your response to the following in the Discussion Board
forum titled Module 4 Discussion and respond to at least two of your colleagues
by the end of the module week. Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the
grading criteria that will be used when evaluating your discussion
participation.
Computer-Mediated Communication (CMC) has escalated in the
past 10 years with the advent of the Internet and now a plethora of social
networking opportunities. There are two sides to CMC: those who think it is
connecting us all the more and those who think it is creating isolation (e.g.,
it is diminishing our social capital with regard to communication). What are
your thoughts; does it divide or combine…connect or separate?
Embry MGMT535 Module
5.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
5.2 – Discussion:
Module 5
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Post your response to the following in the Discussion Board
forum titled Module 5 Discussion and respond to at least two of your colleagues
by the end of the module week.
Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the grading criteria
that will be used when evaluating your discussion participation.
As you know, knowledge is power. We can obtain knowledge by
doing our homework (e.g., our “research”). For this forum, refer to the Pew
Research Center website. The Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan “fact
tank” that provides information on the issues, attitudes and trends
shaping America and the world. It does so by conducting public opinion polling
and social science research; by reporting news and analyzing news coverage; and
by holding forums and briefings. It does not take positions on policy issues.
1. Choose any ONE
article from Pew.
2. Provide the title of
the article/report.
3. Provide a brief
summary of what you learned.
4. And, then also
explain why this information is relevant, from a knowledge management
standpoint (e.g., why is this information important – to which audiences).
Embry MGMT535
Module 6.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
6.2 –
Discussion: Module 6
2121 unread replies.9393 replies.
Post your response to the following in the Discussion Board
forum titled Module 6 Discussion and respond to at least two of your colleagues
by the end of the module week.
Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the grading criteria
that will be used when evaluating your discussion participation.
Think about a recent situation that caused change in your
life and you had to communicate it to someone (moving, taking a new job, having
a baby, buying a new car, allowing your teen to drive with a permit, trying a
new sport, etc.). From a communication management perspective, what worked
effectively – and what could you have done differently? Why?
Embry MGMT535 Module
7.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
7.2 –
Discussion: Module 7
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Post your response to the following in the Discussion Board
forum titled Module 7 Discussion and respond to at least two of your colleagues
by the end of the module week. Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the
grading criteria that will be used when evaluating your discussion
participation.
This week’s forum requires you to serve as a facilitator
about one of the theories being covered in Chapters 5 or 6 of the Dainton &
Zelley book. Choose any ONE theory – and – in your words – using your own
examples, etc. – explain the following:
1. What this theory is
all about and
2. How we can apply it
in our every day lives (professionally, personally, etc.).
3. Compose two questions
about this theory for your colleagues to address.
Please cite at least ONE outside source beyond the Clampitt
or Zelley book with this posting.
Embry MGMT535 Module
8.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
8.2 –
Discussion: Module 8
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Post your response to the following in this Discussion forum
and respond to at least two of your colleagues by the end of the module week.
Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the grading criteria that will be used
when evaluating your discussion participation.
1. Go to any online news
outlet of your choice. Identify something going on in the news that represents
a public relations situation (either a problem or opportunity) – OR
inappropriate “communication management.” For example, perhaps the
story at hand is a result of miscommunication, lack of communication,
communication to the wrong audience, communication of an inappropriate message,
etc.
2. Provide a short
overview of the story and provide your suggestions /recommendations for the
company /organization, celebrity represented in the news story.
3. Provide the online
link so your colleagues can refer to the story when responding to your post.
4.
Embry MGMT535 Module
9.2 Discussion latest 2016 July
9.3 –
Discussion: Module 9
88 unread replies.5555 replies.
Post your response to the following in this Discussion and
respond to at least two of your colleagues by the end of the module week.
Reflection is a very important element of learning. So,
please take a moment to reflect about what you have learned during these past 9
weeks. Identify 1-2 topics, theories, concepts, and/or principles that you have
really enjoyed learning about. (Example: perhaps you were excited to read about
a particular topic and felt compelled to research beyond the required material
in this course to learn more!) Provide some information about what you learned
in particular about each of these topics and how you can apply it to your
everyday life (work, home, etc.). This assignment is due during this module
week.
Review the Discussion Board Rubric for the grading criteria
that will be used when evaluating your discussion participation.
Embry MGMT535
Module 2.4 (Cognition & Intrapersonal Communication Theory) First Writing
Assignment latest 2016 July
Prepare and submit
your first written assignment by the end of the module week.
Choose any ONE theory from either Chapter 3 (Cognition &
Intrapersonal Communication Theory) or Chapter 4 (Interpersonal Communication
Theory) in the Dainton & Zelley book. Think about a situation that you can
apply to explain this theory and how it can, did, or should be applied to the
scenario at hand.
Example: use the theory of uncertainty reduction to explain
how you would go about diminishing the stress for a colleague about an
uncomfortable situation at work.
MGMT 535
Weekly Assignments/Short Reports
(45% of grade)
Criteria:
This course has a requirement of
weekly short reports/assignments/case studies that complement and reinforce
topics covered in each module. The goal of these
assignments is to demonstrate your
comprehension of key communication management principles, concepts and theories
and substantiate your understanding of the course materials.
The assignments consist of various
‘think piece’ short reports and article reviews that enable you to use your
critical thinking and analysis skills to apply what you are learning. These
assignments are not solely opinion papers – although your “angle” on the
subject matter at hand is encouraged. Please support your suggestions and
recommendations with outside
sources. (Note: Wikipedia is not considered an acceptable
source for this particular graduate level course.)
Twosources are required for each assignment:
• The course textbooks
• An outside ‘credible’ source.
You are welcome to use materials
posted in the weekly modules and in the “Resources” area of this course as your
2nd source. Proper grammar is expected; typos, grammatical errors and
unorganized writing will diminish your score. Please proof, proof, proof, and
proof again!
Due Date:
• Papers are due by the end of the
module week.
• No papers will be accepted after
the last day of the Module week. You will receive a ‘zero’ if your report is
not received by the end of the week it is due.
Details:
• Microsoft Word is the acceptable
document format.
• The length of each paper is 2-3
pages.
• Margins are set at one inch on all
four sides.
• Text is double-spaced using 12
pt., Times New Roman font.
• Nocover page is
required.
• Submit via the appropriate
activity link in the course. Please do NOT email assignments to your instructor
(per the ERAU Worldwide Online submission policy).
Embry
MGMT535 Module 3.3 (organizational culture can positively – and negatively –
influence) First Writing Assignment latest 2016 July
Prepare and submit your second
writing assignment by the end of the module week.
Compare and contrast how a company’s
organizational culture can positively – and negatively – influence the internal
environment AND, as a result, discuss the positive and negative impact this
culture can have on the employees. Please use examples to demonstrate your
points and follow the Assignment Criteria.
MGMT 535
Weekly Assignments/Short Reports
(45% of grade)
Criteria:
This course has a requirement of
weekly short reports/assignments/case studies that complement and reinforce
topics covered in each module. The goal of these
assignments is to demonstrate your
comprehension of key communication management principles, concepts and theories
and substantiate your understanding of the course materials.
The assignments consist of various
‘think piece’ short reports and article reviews that enable you to use your
critical thinking and analysis skills to apply what you are learning. These
assignments are not solely opinion papers – although your “angle” on the
subject matter at hand is encouraged. Please support your suggestions and
recommendations with outside
sources. (Note: Wikipedia is not considered an acceptable
source for this particular graduate level course.)
Twosources are required for each assignment:
• The course textbooks
• An outside ‘credible’ source.
You are welcome to use materials
posted in the weekly modules and in the “Resources” area of this course as your
2nd source. Proper grammar is expected; typos, grammatical errors and
unorganized writing will diminish your score. Please proof, proof, proof, and
proof again!
Due Date:
• Papers are due by the end of the
module week.
• No papers will be accepted after
the last day of the Module week. You will receive a ‘zero’ if your report is
not received by the end of the week it is due.
Details:
• Microsoft Word is the acceptable
document format.
• The length of each paper is 2-3
pages.
• Margins are set at one inch on all
four sides.
• Text is double-spaced using 12
pt., Times New Roman font.
• Nocover page is
required.
• Submit via the appropriate
activity link in the course. Please do NOT email assignments to your instructor
(per the ERAU Worldwide Online submission policy).
Embry
MGMT535 Module 4.3 (Social Media Benefits in Organizational
Communication)Writing Assignment latest 2016 July
Prepare and submit your third
writing assignment by the end of the module week.
Refer to the website
http://decidedlysocial.com/13-types-of-social-media-platforms-and-counting/
(Links to an external site.). Choose any 2-3 categories and explain how these
social media techniques can benefit an organization from a communication
management perspective. Please use examples to substantiate your claims. Feel
free to also propose creative ways a company can use these techniques to
enhance communication with key constituents. (You are welcome to list a
particular company for this assignment – if you find that to be easier).
MGMT 535
Weekly Assignments/Short Reports
(45% of grade)
Criteria:
This course has a requirement of
weekly short reports/assignments/case studies that complement and reinforce
topics covered in each module. The goal of these
assignments is to demonstrate your
comprehension of key communication management principles, concepts and theories
and substantiate your understanding of the course materials.
The assignments consist of various
‘think piece’ short reports and article reviews that enable you to use your
critical thinking and analysis skills to apply what you are learning. These
assignments are not solely opinion papers – although your “angle” on the
subject matter at hand is encouraged. Please support your suggestions and
recommendations with outside
sources. (Note: Wikipedia is not considered an acceptable
source for this particular graduate level course.)
Twosources are required for each assignment:
• The course textbooks
• An outside ‘credible’ source.
You are welcome to use materials
posted in the weekly modules and in the “Resources” area of this course as your
2nd source. Proper grammar is expected; typos, grammatical errors and
unorganized writing will diminish your score. Please proof, proof, proof, and
proof again!
Due Date:
• Papers are due by the end of the
module week.
• No papers will be accepted after
the last day of the Module week. You will receive a ‘zero’ if your report is
not received by the end of the week it is due.
Details:
• Microsoft Word is the acceptable
document format.
• The length of each paper is 2-3
pages.
• Margins are set at one inch on all
four sides.
• Text is double-spaced using 12
pt., Times New Roman font.
• Nocover page is
required.
• Submit via the appropriate
activity link in the course. Please do NOT email assignments to your instructor
(per the ERAU Worldwide Online submission policy).
Embry
MGMT535 Module 5.3 (Management Article Review) Writing Assignment latest
2016 July
Prepare and submit your fourth
writing assignment by the end of the module week.
Choose any ONE article from an
academic journal that you are using as one of your sources for your Final
Report. Provide a 2 page review of this article. Make sure to address the “so
what? Factor”. What did you learn from this article? Make sure to include the
full citation using correct APA style format.
MGMT 535
Weekly Assignments/Short Reports
(45% of grade)
Criteria:
This course has a requirement of
weekly short reports/assignments/case studies that complement and reinforce
topics covered in each module. The goal of these
assignments is to demonstrate your
comprehension of key communication management principles, concepts and theories
and substantiate your understanding of the course materials.
The assignments consist of various
‘think piece’ short reports and article reviews that enable you to use your
critical thinking and analysis skills to apply what you are learning. These
assignments are not solely opinion papers – although your “angle” on the
subject matter at hand is encouraged. Please support your suggestions and
recommendations with outside
sources. (Note: Wikipedia is not considered an acceptable
source for this particular graduate level course.)
Twosources are required for each assignment:
• The course textbooks
• An outside ‘credible’ source.
You are welcome to use materials
posted in the weekly modules and in the “Resources” area of this course as your
2nd source. Proper grammar is expected; typos, grammatical errors and
unorganized writing will diminish your score. Please proof, proof, proof, and
proof again!
Due Date:
• Papers are due by the end of the
module week.
• No papers will be accepted after
the last day of the Module week. You will receive a ‘zero’ if your report is
not received by the end of the week it is due.
Details:
• Microsoft Word is the acceptable
document format.
• The length of each paper is 2-3
pages.
• Margins are set at one inch on all
four sides.
• Text is double-spaced using 12
pt., Times New Roman font.
• Nocover page is
required.
• Submit via the appropriate
activity link in the course. Please do NOT email assignments to your instructor
(per the ERAU Worldwide Online submission policy).
Embry MGMT535 Module 6.3 (Management
memo) Writing Assignment latest 2016 July
Prepare and submit your fifth
writing assignment by the end of the module week.
For this assignment, think of a
message you would communicate to a group of your employees. (If you are not
employed at the moment, then use a hypothetical situation.) As you know, memo format
is usually appropriate for communicating to an internal audience of employees.
So, for this writing assignment, please use a memo format. Pay careful
attention to word selection, tone, etc. when writing to this specialized target
audience. Make sure to address the following questions when writing your memo:
- What is the purpose (to educate, inform, persuade,
etc.) of the message? (Please provide some brief context in your memo –
e.g., a brief recap or overview). - What should the focus/theme of the message be for this
particular audience?
MGMT 535
Weekly Assignments/Short Reports
(45% of grade)
Criteria:
This course has a requirement of
weekly short reports/assignments/case studies that complement and reinforce
topics covered in each module. The goal of these
assignments is to demonstrate your
comprehension of key communication management principles, concepts and theories
and substantiate your understanding of the course materials.
The assignments consist of various
‘think piece’ short reports and article reviews that enable you to use your
critical thinking and analysis skills to apply what you are learning. These
assignments are not solely opinion papers – although your “angle” on the
subject matter at hand is encouraged. Please support your suggestions and
recommendations with outside
sources. (Note: Wikipedia is not considered an acceptable
source for this particular graduate level course.)
Twosources are required for each assignment:
• The course textbooks
• An outside ‘credible’ source.
You are welcome to use materials
posted in the weekly modules and in the “Resources” area of this course as your
2nd source. Proper grammar is expected; typos, grammatical errors and
unorganized writing will diminish your score. Please proof, proof, proof, and
proof again!
Due Date:
• Papers are due by the end of the
module week.
• No papers will be accepted after
the last day of the Module week. You will receive a ‘zero’ if your report is
not received by the end of the week it is due.
Details:
• Microsoft Word is the acceptable
document format.
• The length of each paper is 2-3
pages.
• Margins are set at one inch on all
four sides.
• Text is double-spaced using 12
pt., Times New Roman font.
• Nocover page is
required.
• Submit via the appropriate
activity link in the course. Please do NOT email assignments to your instructor
(per the ERAU Worldwide Online submission policy)
Embry MGMT535 Module 7.3 (The
Culture of United States of America) Writing Assignment latest 2016 July
Prepare and submit your sixth and
final writing assignment by the end of the module week.
Choose a country from either website
below. Using information from both websites, discuss some important aspects to
be aware of when communicating with colleagues from the country you chose.
Discuss at least (3) different points and use examples in your report.
Commisceo Global (Links to an
external site.) (Kwintessential (Links to an external site.) Country Guides)
International Business Etiquette and
Manners (Links to an external site.)
Review the Weekly Assignment
CriteriaPreview the documentView in a new window
Review the Research Paper Rubric
before submitting your paper.
Embry MGMT535 Module 8.3 Final
Capstone Report Assignment latest 2016 July
Due: The beginning of the module week
It’s time to submit your Final
Report.
This course has introduced you to an
array of communication theories, principles and concepts. Your final report
serves as your capstone project for this 9-week course. Completion of this
final project provides you with three overarching opportunities.
- To illustrate that you have a clear understanding of
key communication management principles you have learned - To apply selected communication management principles
and synthesize/analyze these concepts and theories - To holistically reflect upon the information (e.g.,
take a look at the “big picture”).
The Final Report will be based on
one of the following two options:
- Option 1: Identify 1-2 key concepts/theories. As a
“train the trainer” assignment, the purpose of this report is to
inform/educate these concepts/theories by providing a thorough analysis.
Think of yourself in the capacity as a “reporter.” - Option 2: Identify 1-2 key concepts/theories. As an
“application” assignment, the purpose of this report is to
synthesize/integrate these concepts/theories by linking these
concepts/theories to a specific organization (whether it be your own or
some other one). Think of yourself in the capacity as an
“analyst.”
No final reports accepted after the
term officially ends. This assignment is worth one-third of your final grade in
this course. When you submit your document, it will automatically be evaluated
through Turnitin, a plagiarism prevention service. Before you submit your
document review the and Research Paper Rubric.
Important: Upon submission, your work will automatically be
evaluated through the Turnitin plagiarism detection tool. Your assignment will
be checked against a database of written works and generates an originality
report. You will be able to view and download your originality report; however,
you will not be permitted to submit your paper a second time. Ensure your work
is entirely your own. Cite your sources!
MGMT 535
Final Capstone Report
Criteria and Checklist
(30% of grade)
Overview:
Your final report has three
overarching goals, thereby providing you with the following opportunities,
based on what you have learned in class:
- To illustrate that you have a clear
understanding of key communication management principles you have learned - To apply selected communication
management principles and synthesize/analyzethese concepts and
theories
- To holistically reflect upon the
information (e.g., take a look at the “big picture”).
You have two options:
Option 1:Identify 1-2 key concepts/theories. As a “train the trainer”
assignment, thepurpose of this report is to inform/educate these
concepts/theories by providing a thorough analysis. Think of yourself as a
“reporter.”
Option 2:Identify 1-2 key concepts/theories. As an “application”
assignment, the purpose ofthis report is to synthesize/integrate these
concepts/theories to a specific organization (whether it be your own or some
other one). Think of yourself as an “analyst.”
Check-list for both Options:
• Use APA style formatting only
• Length: 5-7 pages of copy (this
excludes abstract, cover page, references, etc.)
• Abstract: no more than 500 words
(serve as an “executive summary” – a short recap)
• Page numbering required (using
“running head” APA style formatting)
• Deadline: due at the
beginning of Module 9. Your instructor will post the day your reportis due.
Late submissions will incur a point reduction at the discretion of your
instructor. No reports will be accepted beyond the last day of the term. NO
EXCEPTIONS!
• Catchy title on cover page (don’t
forget to use a strong verb)
• Start with an Introductory
paragraph (to include a “purpose statement” so we know, up front, what you plan
to discuss)
• Include at least (3) main points
to substantiate this purpose in your body copy
• End with a short, clear and
concise conclusion paragraph
• This is NOT an opinion paper
o ALWAYS substantiate your claims
with outside sources
o Do not use personal pronouns (such
as I, me, we, us, etc.)
• Points will be deducted for
typographical and grammatical errors. Please proof, proof, then proof again
before turning in your final submission
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(See page 2 – for information
related to CITATIONS)
Citations:
• Minimum of 5 outside references
are required (this count does NOT include your textbook)
• A total of 2 of the 5 sources must
be from academic journals (refer to ERAU Library
Guide at “Resources” Link)
• In-text citations are required –
using APA format only (ex: Fall, 2009; or in the case a direct quote: Fall,
2009, p. 56
• Do not use
footnotes as your citation formatting; use APA style only
• Any/all references cited in the
reference section must be included in the body copy of your report ~ and vice
versa
*Technically, if you don’t cite your
authors within your paper/text, this is a form of
plagiarism – because you have
acknowledged that you used these authors’ materials, but then you failed to
give them credit in the body of your copy / document! As such, failure to cite
properly and appropriately will result in a zero for your
final grade.
Upon submission, your report will
automatically be evaluated through Blackboard’s SafeAssign plagiarism detection
tool. Your writing will be checked for originality against numerous databases
of written works. SafeAssign generates an originality report you may view and
download; however, you will not be permitted to submit your paper a second
time. Ensure your work is entirely your own. Cite your sources! For more
information on SafeAssign visit the course ‘Resources’ area.
Please refer to the following
website, which serves as an excellent resource for APA-style formatting.
