Apllication papers for HCOM 100 ( human communication )
Your first application paper for this class will rely on your ability to apply concepts from the first several chapters in your textbook (particularly 2-5) to a popular culture reference. Specifically, you will select a half hour episode of a current or past television show that is well-known in popular culture. After watching it (likely more than once), you will provide a written analysis, utilizing key ideas and concepts from class.
An excellent paper:
Will be organized in a logical manner, relying on Headings and Subheadings if needed
Will demonstrate excellent college-level sentence structure, grammar and syntax
Will provide enough background/context for the analysis to make sense to the reader
Will ground the analysis in clear descriptions/explanations of the concepts utilized
Will follow APA or MLA format
Will include an effective Introduction and Conclusion
Utilize a minimum of 2 vocabulary/concepts/theories from Perceiving the Self
Utilize a minimum of 4 vocabulary/concepts/theories from Verbal Communication
Utilize a minimum of 4 vocabulary/concepts/theories from Nonverbal Communication
