Week 6: Written Assignment

Drawing upon the topic you selected for last week, you will create a basic outline of your informative speech. [NOTE: Be sure to check to make sure your topic was approved. You will find this in the feedback on your Week 5 assignment.]

A Look Ahead: To learn more about the informative speech in Week 8, check out the

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A basic outline includes more details compared to last weeks assignment. Follow the

found here:

What and How to Submit:

Submit a Word document. Do not submit a PDF.

Upload your submission to Canvas using the Submit Assignment link in the top, right-hand corner of the page. Your submission should meet the following criteria:

Length: Follow the Basic Outline Guide.

Writing Mechanics: Submission is free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

Formatting: Use 12-point font, such as Times New Roman or Helvetica; double-spaced; 1″ margins all around; and the text is aligned only on the left side of the page.

Organization: Follow the

References: You need to cite at least 2 sources (references). List them on the references page. Source material used in a speech should be worded as verbal citations.

Center the word References (without quotation marks) at the top of the very last page, and then list each source you used. They must be written in APA style. NOTE: Do not use Wikipedia, videos, blogs, or any social media.

Link to:

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COM301 Week 6 Written Assignment Rubric

COM301 Week 6 Written Assignment Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

APA Style Formatting (10%)

Formats correctly using APA style with in-text citations. Formats correctly using APA style cover page and complete reference page.

2.5 to >1.5 pts

Exemplary

Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

1.5 to >1.0 pts

Accomplished

Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

1 to >0.5 pts

Acceptable

Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

0.5 to >0.0 pts

Inadequate

Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

0 pts

No Submission

Assignment was not submitted.

2.5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics (15%)

Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. Both sentence and paragraph structures conform to current conventions.

3.75 to >2.5 pts

Exemplary

Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

2.5 to >2.0 pts

Accomplished

Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

2 to >1.25 pts

Acceptable

Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

1.25 to >0.0 pts

Inadequate

Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

0 pts

No Submission

Assignment was not submitted.

3.75 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Assignment Structure (30%)

Topic is fully explored; minimum number of sub-points (as assigned) are identified and explored for inclusion in the speech. Research is included to boost sub-points as assigned.

7.5 to >6.25 pts

Exemplary

Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

6.25 to >5.0 pts

Accomplished

Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

5 to >2.5 pts

Acceptable

Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

2.5 to >0.0 pts

Inadequate

Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

0 pts

No Submission

Assignment was not submitted.

7.5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Assignment Purpose (15%)

Submission reflects the purpose of the intended occasion; topic is appropriate for the assigned speech (informative, persuasive, special occasion, etc.)

3.75 to >2.5 pts

Exemplary

Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

2.5 to >2.0 pts

Accomplished

Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

2 to >1.25 pts

Acceptable

Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

1.25 to >0.0 pts

Inadequate

Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

0 pts

No Submission

Assignment was not submitted.

3.75 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Introduction and Conclusion (30%)

The first paragraph of the introduction is written out, and contains an effective attention-getting device, a concise thesis statement, and a clear roadmap.

The first paragraph of the conclusion is written out and summarizes the speech, recaps the main points, and provides a memorable attention-maintaining device.

7.5 to >6.25 pts

Exemplary

Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

6.25 to >5.0 pts

Accomplished

Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

5 to >2.5 pts

Acceptable

Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

2.5 to >0.0 pts

Inadequate

Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

0 pts

No Submission

Assignment was not submitted.

7.5 pts

Total Points: 25