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Week 2No Due Date
Learning Objectives
Examine the process involved with problem formulation.
Apply critical thinking to problem identification.
Determine factors affecting decision implementation.
Evaluate ethical implications of a decision.
Evaluate decision-making outcomes and processes.
Prompt
Explain the impact of language on critical thinking and decision making. Make sure you include the challenges presented by language and how one can manage these challenges.
Include detailed speaker notes explaining the content on each slide
Instructions
Develop a 10 to 15 slide PowerPoint presentation
Include detailed speaker notes to explain each slide content OR present your slides via Video and submit the link for the video with your slide deck. If you do not know how to include speaker notes there is a tutorial on You Tube.
Support your presentation with at least 3 credible academic references beyond course materials
Follow APA format where appropriate (i.e., quoted material, citation for images borrowed–unless free).
Grading Rubric
A grading rubric is provided here for your convenience that details how this assignment will be graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work. I have also provided a sample assignment to guide you.
Sample PP Assignment Week 2.pptx
PowerPoint Grading Rubric.docx
Week 3No Due DateLearning Objectives
Examine the process involved with problem formulation.
Apply critical thinking to problem identification.
Evaluate ethical implications of a decision.
Prompt: Choose an editorial article ( An editorial is an article that presents the writer’s opinion on an issue supported with facts) from the New York Times or the Wall Street Journal. Browse the library and choose an editorial that addresses a business issue that interests you. Instructions:
Write an essay describing the following:
Citation of the article and a brief summary of its contents
What are the premise(s) in the article?
What evidence is presented? Is it credible?
Can you independently verify the evidence presented?
How are counterarguments addressed?
Does the writer represent a particular interest?
How is language used to develop the argument?
Do you detect any errors in knowledge, evidence, or thinking?
Does the writer use any types of appeals or commit any fallacies?
Overall, how compelling is this article?
Be certain to carefully research your analysis using at least 3 credible sources with proper APA citations. Your submission should be 4-6 pages in length minimum and should be a thorough representation of your ability to critically think through the steps above. Use the template provided to ensure you are following APA format. This assignment is worth 14% of your final grade. Grading Rubric
A rubric is provided here for your convenience that details how this assignment will be graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.
BUSN410 Week 3 Assignment Template.docx
Week 5Due Feb 9, 2020 (in 7 hours)
Learning Objectives
Describe techniques used in decision-making.
Examine decision-making models.
Apply decision-making techniques.
Prompt
What criteria do you recommend to determine the credibility of a source of information?
Instructions
Develop a list of no less than 10 elements you would use to determine the credibility of facts, articles, websites, news, etc.
Thoroughly explain your reason for each element and why it is important
Your response can take the form of a table in Word or MS Excel.
Include at least 3 credible references to support your recommendations
Grading Rubric
A rubric is provided here for your convenience that details how this assignment will be graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.
Week 6Due Feb 16, 2020 (in 7 days)
Learning Objectives
Examine the process involved with problem formulation.
Apply critical thinking to problem identification.
Apply decision-making techniques.
Determine factors affecting decision implementation.
Evaluate resources and actions required for implementation.
Evaluate ethical implications of a decision.
Evaluate decision-making outcomes and processes.
Prompt
Examine a business issue of your choosing that has ethical implications.
For example, research the arguments (both for and against) regarding advertising to children, paying a living wage, requiring union membership, or selling tobacco.
Research and present the leading opinions and comment on the validity of the arguments. Which side is more compelling? Why?
Instructions
Develop a 10 to 15 slide PowerPoint presentation
Include detailed speaker notes for each slide OR present your slides via Video and submit the link for the video with your slide deck
Support your presentation with a minimum of 3 credible academic references.
Grading Rubric
A rubric is provided here for your convenience that details how this assignment will be graded. Please review it carefully prior to submitting your work.
