1. Introduction is clear and adequately previews the major points of the paper. The topic/concept
being addressed is clearly and adequately identified. Your introductory paragraph MUST state
what topic/concept you’re investigating and give a preview of the major points you intend to
make. (4 points)
2. The topic/concept is clearly defined and supported by a minimum of 4 outside sources. You
need to clearly define the topic in such a way as to be understandable to a reader not familiar
with the material. Support this clarification with copious citations from the outside sources. (4
points)
3. The topic/concept is further explained through the use of ‘home grown’ hypothetical and
factual illustrations and examples. After educating the reader about the topic with a review of the
literature, you need to illustrate your explanation with ‘home grown’ examples of the defined
concept/topic. Follow up these illustrative examples with your own thoughts on the subject
matter in regard to what you find most interesting or provocative. Also address the application of
this topic/concept in your everyday life and make implications on how these concepts are
applicable to the reader. (4 points)
4. Offer your thoughts on the topic taking into consideration the literature and your opinion of
the supporting and/or conflicting arguments you’ve found. Provide the reader with the
implications this information has for them in their interpersonal communication transactions.
Lastly summarize the significant points expressed in the paper so that the reader can easily
discern the residual message of your paper. What significant/major point do you want to ensure
they remember after reading your paper. (4 points).
5. Paper MUST be written using proper grammar, spelling, syntax and punctuation, organized
according to APA Style and include in-text citations and a Reference Page organized according
to APA Style. (4 points