Assignment 1

The purpose of this short research paper is to ensure proper understanding and application of APA style.

Develop an annotated bibliography on one of the following factors that has had a significant impact on business and management communication in the past decade: diversity

CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING

• globalization and outsourcing
• pace of life and work
• evolving workplace technologies
• influence of social media
• ethical challenges 

Your annotated bibliography requires at least six (6) peer-reviewed articles, full reference information, and a short paragraph description of the main findings.

To receive maximum points, all of the following elements must be included in your paper: 

The paper

• Must be two double-spaced pages in length (not including the title), and formatted according to APA style
• Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
• One of the six sources may be the text.
• Must include at least one direct quote from one of the sources (see Guidelines for Quoting Sources).
• Must include at least one summarized statement from one of the sources (see Guidelines for Summarizing Sources).