Literature

This week, you will submit an outline of your final paper. Your submission must include an introduction, a body, and a conclusion in full-sentence, outline format. Each section of your outline should include content regarding the model. Refer to the assignment details above and instructions below, “Week 7 Final paper: Identifying and Resolving Conflict,” for the final paper’s requirements. Week 7: Final Paper: Identifying and Resolving Conflict Instructions Submit a three- to four-page paper including a scenario and analysis, depicting a conflict resolution model from the list below. Include a minimum of three scholarly sources from trade journals found in the WCU Online Library, including at least one scholarly article from a professional journal. All sources should be less than five years old unless recent research is not available. Do not use Wikipedia or an encyclopedia as they are not considered reliable academic sources and will not be accepted. List of Conflict Models The Circle of Conflict model The Triangle of Satisfaction model The Boundary model The Interests/Rights/Power model The Dynamics of Trust model The Dimensions of Conflict model The Social Styles model Sections to be Included in the paper: Introduction One-sentence scenario summary Relevant model of conflict Preview of paper’s content Scenario Detailed description with setting and events Model Description Conflict resolution model Relevance of the scenario to the course’s context Model Analysis Include at least three of the following items: Potential consequences Resolution options Action plan and strategies for the mediation process Conflict resolution agreement Technical aspects of conflict and potential resolutions Public policy that may be pertinent Summary/conclusions Arguments supported by evidence and reasoning Reference list A minimum of three references from reliable sources; one must be a scholarly, academic article.

STRUCTURING YOUR CRITIQUE/REVIEW Your written review will need to be AT LEAST five typed, double-spaced pages, 12PT font.  A GOOD RULE IS A PAGE PER ANSWER.   You MUST support your opinions with specific examples from the performance.  Please organize your review using the following guidelines.   Paragraph 1—The Script.  Comment on the text of the musical as a work of literature.  Was it of merit to produce?  Was it interesting and appropriate for the audience in attendance?  What particular theme(s) did the work address?   Do not summarize the plot or re-tell the story of the play.   Paragraph 2—Design Elements.  Consider the costumes, lighting, set, and sound.  Did the design of these elements contribute to the overall quality of the production?  Did they help you better understand the environment, location, theme, subject matter, etc?  How could the design elements be improved?     Paragraph 3—Acting.  Were the characters believable within the world of the musical?  Were you able to hear and understand lines of dialogue clearly?  Did the actors react and respond accordingly to the situations and events of the musical?  Who was your favorite performer?  Why?  Which performer could use the most improvement?  What could they do to get better?  Use specific examples from the performance to support your opinions.   Paragraph 4—Directing.  Did the director use movement patterns (blocking) that supported the action in each scene?  Did all of the different elements of the theatrical event (design, acting, blocking, etc.) contribute to the overall effectiveness of the show?  Did the performance run smoothly and professionally?    Paragraph 5—Audience Response.  What was your overall reaction to the musical?  Was it enjoyable, moving, funny, thought-provoking, and/or engaging? Have you overheard anyone comment about the musical?  Were you familiar with the music?  Would you recommend this musical to a friend?  Do you think that the musical would have had a different effect on you if you could see it live?  Why or Why not?

Try to think of a time when you tried to convince someone that a creative idea is a good idea. What was the circumstance, and what was the outcome? Would any of the techniques described in this lesson have helped? [Learning Outcome 7.2] Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.

Criminal Defense attorney Nicholas Braswell has devoted his career to serving and defending the citizens of the Richmond area and has developed a strong connection with the people and places of eastern Virginia. It takes a unique type of individual to nurture a love of place and to put down strong, healthy roots within a community. In today’s world, there are so many opportunities to live a transient life, to move from place to place and never settle down. However, we all need to feel like part of a community, and so it falls upon certain special people and projects to build that sense of unity and place that we call “home.” As day-to-day life becomes increasingly digital and experiences become increasingly “remote,” discussion about what it takes to build healthy communities becomes more and more important. Nicholas Braswell is proud to sponsor the Strong Roots Scholarship and Essay Contest as a way to promote discussion about the meaning of community in the digital age and as a way to sponsor educational opportunities for individuals who are dedicated to building strong communities where passions and careers can take root. Write a 500-600 word essay that answers the following question: How is the meaning of the word “community” changing in today’s world, and what does that mean for people who wish to build strong, healthy communities?

Instructions from the website: Submit an essay of 800 words answering the following question. What is your best solution for resolution of the student loan debt crisis?

1. Write a brief history of Anne Frank’s House and her history. 2. Analyze how the artwork is installed. What else is in the room? How is it organized? Why is this artwork placed with the others in the room? Describe the placement of the artwork that you chose. Is it hanging? On a pedestal? An installation piece taking over space?

Prompt (what you are writing about): Who is August Wilson and how is society reflected in his Pittsburgh Cycle of Plays? Instructions (How to get it done): • Research August Wilson and The Pittsburgh Cycle of plays. • You must have at least two outside sources that are academic and reliable. • Create an essay that is at least two pages and relates the following information: o An understanding of who playwright August Wilson is o How society is reflected in Wilson’s Pittsburgh Cycle of plays • This is a research essay and not an argumentative essay. • Include direct quotes and paraphrases from your researched information only as needed. • Be sure that you have in-text citations and corresponding reference citations for all quoted material, paraphrased material, and newly researched material. Requirements: • Length and format: at least 2 pages. • The title page and the reference page are also required, but they should not be factored into the 2-page length of the essay. • Essay should conform to APA formatting and citation style. • Use the third-person, objective voice, avoiding personal pronouns such as “I,” “you,” “we,” etc. • Please use the above source and at least two outside sources to create a properly-formatted APA reference page. • Use APA format for in-text citations and references when using outside sources and textual evidence. • Please be cautious about plagiarism. Make sure to use in-text citations for direct quotes, paraphrases, and new information. Source: Fences by August Wilson (pages 1270-1331)

Interest groups are an organization of people with policy goals who work within the political process to promote such goals. Groups attempt to influence policy in various ways including lobbying government by hiring representatives to advocate on behalf of the group’s interests, engaging in election activities, educating the public at large, government officials, their own members, and potential interest group members, and mobilizing the public. Use the information you learned in the Explore learning module this week about public opinion and political socialization, as well as the articles and websites below to develop an essay answering the question – “Should interest groups play a significant role in policy formation in American politics? Why or why not?” Use additional online resources, as needed, to develop your argument. The Role of Interest Groups Interest Groups The influence of elites, interest groups and average voters on American politics How much did interest groups pay per vote in California? The answer, as we break down the midterms with data Interest group influence on US policy change: An assessment based on policy history The writing assignment should be a minimum of 500 words and include an introduction with an overview of your essay, ending with a thesis statement answering the question “Should interest groups play a significant role in policy formation in American politics? Why or why not?” in your own words. The essay should also include a body with support for your claim. You may use the City College library’s databases to locate outside resources to provide support. Be sure to end your essay with a solid conclusion that wraps up and summarizes all of the ideas presented throughout your essay. Your paper should be formatted in APA style with an APA-formatted title page. Any outside resources should be included on a separate reference page and also formatted in APA style.

Discuss the ways that media plays a role in public opinion and political socialization. Provide at least two examples to make your points. How has political socialization influenced the way that you perceive politics?

Directions: You will write a literary analysis paper in which you create an argument about a literary work or works, or an author or authors contributions and influences. You can explore some or all of the following in-depth: an author’s life, works, themes, symbols, characters, etc. You may also compare/contrast two works, or two different forms of one work (book vs. movie version). Some argue that a certain author or genre should be taught in K-12. The most important thing to remember is that you will be making an argument. This is not a book report. As quoted from Purdue: “Literature is an art form, and as such, it is meant to move, inspire or even outrage its readers. If you have a lot of options, choose something that appeals to you, even if you cannot justify your choice.”Your research paper will allow you to delve into a topic related to literature in a more comprehensive manner than your previous essays. You will conduct research to help you present your information and argument. Grading rubric: This will be the same rubric I have used for your other essays, but you will multiply the total in each row by 3, for a total of 225.Content:1. Your paper will need to be 8-10 double-spaced pages, in 12 point font. It must reach the bottom of the 8th page, not counting the header or title or Works Cited page. *If you are struggling to meet the page count, email me; I can help you! 2. Your paper will need to include the basic elements of an essay (introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion that connects to a current issue or relevant idea. It needs to be specific).3. You will need to use at least five sources from the Library (this will be in your AB). You can use additional sources from the Library, and one outside source. *Even if you do not quote a source in your paper, you should still include it in your “Works Cited and Consulted” page.4. You will need to develop and present a thesis/ argument.