Group Project: Research Topic, Paper and Class Presentation:
Students will be assigned to groups of 3 or 4 people, and given a specific topic. This project has five components. They are:
1) Written research paper: This paper must be 8-10 pages long, and contains at least 5 references that includes two books, one journal article of a related research study, and 2 reliable internet references. The books can include the course textbook, the books on library reserve, and/or other books of students’ choosing. Papers must be written using APA style (www.APAstyle.com). Content should include a description of the topic, related definitions, causes and types, neurological, medical, behavioral, factors, speech-language-hearing & communication. Consideration should also be given to academic profiles, treatment and rehabilitation approaches, vocational, and societal implications, if applicable. The content and form of the paper should flow as one cohesive product.
2) Class presentation: This presentation must be 15-20 minutes long and in-person. It can consist of a PowerPoint (or equivalent) format, YouTube clips, direct interview with people, and/or other methods of delivery students choose. There is flexibility with regard to the manner, structure, and content of the presentation. Content must relate to the research paper. Presentations are to be given in-person, in-class. They may also be recorded on Zoom for students attending virtually, and/or for grading purposes.
3) Class handout: Students must write a 2-page handout for classmates to have as a resource.
4) Exam question: Students must write one exam question that covers their topic. This question can be in any format they choose, and must be included at the end of both their Power Point presentation and their written paper. This question may or may not be used by the instructor for the final exam.
5) Addendum: Each (individual) student in the group will submit a separate and confidential form identifying and assessing their own contributions to the project, as well as their peers.
Papers and presentations must be equitably divided among the group members. Students groups must meet with the instructor at least 2 weeks prior to their presentations, to discuss how they have decided how to address & divide their topic. Failure to meet with the instructor will result in a 5 point grade reduction. Presentations will be scheduled on different dates towards the end of the semester.
All five components of this project must be submitted to the professor by uploading it on eLearn by noon on their due dates. The professor will then post the handout portion for classmates’ access. This assignment is worth 25%. It will be graded according to two rubrics (written and oral) that will be posted on e-Learn. The final grade will be a combination of the paper rating (50%) and the presentation rating (50%).
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