Week 5

Part 1- APA Format- 150 Words- Just answer the questions

In addition, please take a look at the course objectives in the syllabus, the  Information Technology Guidance Letter.pdf  and the PowerPoint presentation,  Academic Integrity.pptx ,  address the questions below:

Discussion Points:

- Explain what the Internet is and how it differs from the Intranet. Provide at least two reasons why the Internet has a "problematic" future. Why is it important for information to travel across the Internet in small information packets? - Provide the URL of at least one site that discusses the impact of the Internet on future businesses practices and provide a brief review of the information contained there. Did you learn anything new? Were you surprised by any of the information presented on the site? How will the Internet impact the future of politics and businesses practices?

Rubric

Synthesis of concepts	Applications of personal experience	Writing standards	Rubric for Response to Two or More Students	Timeliness
Synthesized concepts in 150 or more words (critical to class performance). The response refers to course materials and shows a clear understanding of main ideas and concepts. There are no irrelevant comments and the information is on point. Ideas are clearly and properly organized.	The response provides personal examples that tie in with the course material being discussed. Reflection is evident and clearly ties in with the material presented. Insight was provided to some concept.	The writing is grammatically correct, clear and concise. The response is well formulated and easy to read and understand. Correct terminology was used when needed.	Responded to two or more students in 150 words or More. The other learner’s ideas, questions, concerns were addressed. The response referenced reading or lecture materials when needed. The response addressed the learner’s feelings if needed. There were no irrelevant or off-point comments. The posting reflects a clear understanding of the other learner’s ideas.	The posting was “not” submitted on time.
30%	20%	10%	40%	10% (deduction) Optional

Part 2- APA FORMAT- Research Paper Proposal (not the 8 pages yet that’s not due yet)

Assignment Instructions

Instructions:

 

As you are exploring different ideas for your paper, note the research paper will require you to submit 8 double-spaced, typed pages regarding a topic identified in the textbook or another topic relative to this course.

Please refer to Lessons for research paper writing tips and resources. It is important that you follow those guidelines and site your references throughout your paper and at the end of the paper.

Please submit a proposal for your research paper. You may select any topic which can be justified as course related. Be sure your topic can be supported by cited sources. Provide the following:

Purpose Statement:

This is the most important statement in the proposal. It orients the reader to the central intent of the paper and from it all other aspects of the research project follow. While there are a number of differing formats for purpose statements, in general the statement should present the central controlling idea in the study, focus on the central phenomenon under study.

Statement of the Problem or Area of Research

Based on the type of study to be conducted, present here a clear statement of the area to be researched or the specific research which will be addressed in the paper  

Significance of the paper:

Delineate the significance of the research, what knowledge will it create, what gaps in our knowledge will it help fill, how will it advance the selected theory or theories, what new research methods will it advance, how the results may be applied to improve existing policy or procedures, etc.—as appropriate for the study.  

List of References:  

List all references cited in the proposal and any major works in the field consulted in preparing the proposal—limit this section to 1/2 page to 1 page of citations.  

Submission Instructions: Submit your completed assignment

Below are the APA, research, and writing references you are to use for all of your research paper assignments. Your paper must be in APA format, use APA citation guidelines and references, use scholarly references, and be free of writing mechanics issues:

APA Checklist—see the link  https://edge.apus.edu/access/content/group/science-and-technology-common/ITMG/ITMG371/Writing%20Resources/APA%20Checklist.docx

APA Quick Reference List—see the link:  https://edge.apus.edu/access/content/group/science-and-technology-common/ITMG/ITMG371/Writing%20Resources/APA%20Quick%20Reference%20List.docx

APUS APA Style Guide—see the link:  https://edge.apus.edu/access/content/group/science-and-technology-common/ITMG/ITMG371/Writing%20Resources/APUS%20APA%20Style%20Guide.pdf

 

Research Paper Proposal Rubric

Grading Rubric

 

Major Areas to Review	Points Available	Points Awarded	Comments
Purpose Statement: This is the most important statement in the proposal. It orients the reader to the central intent of the study and from it all other aspects of the research project follow. While there are a number of differing formats for purpose statements, in general the statement should present the central controlling idea in the study and focus on the central phenomenon under study.	3
Statement of the Research: Based on the type of study to be conducted, present here a clear statement of the problem to be investigated or the specific research question(s) which will be addressed in the study.	3
Significance of the Paper: Delineate the significance of the research,	3
List of References: List all references cited in the proposal and any major works in the field consulted in preparing the proposal—limit this section to 1/2 page to 1 page of citations. Turnitin will be used to assess originality report and supports attachments only—submit the paper as an attachment with less than 15% originality. · Incorporated all this sections references into one comprehensive list and should be in APA 6th Edition format. · If you had a citation in the body of your work you must have the appropriate reference in the reference section. · Also if you had a reference in your reference section, you must have a citation from that work somewhere in the body of your work. The citations and references must match up. · You will be strictly held to the APA standards. Proper citations, in format and use as well as proper references must be implemented. · Provided at least 10 references to support selected topic in the reference area.	3
Writing Format: The paper is to be in APA format and the body of the paper is to be between 8 pages with at least 5-10 peer reviewed references. Grammatical, spelling or punctuation—the writing is grammatically correct, clear and concise.  The response is well formulated and easy to read and understand.  Correct terminology was used when needed.	3
Total	15

Part 3- APA Format-12 Slides

Assignment Instructions

Course Objectives:

· Examine the key elements necessary for developing business models.

· Synthesize management, marketing, and financial issues.

Prompt: You have learned about opportunity recognition. It is equally important for the entrepreneur to also understand the implementation aspect and how to execute their idea. Once you understand your business model, it is time to think about how you will enter the marketplace and grow your firm. During entry, you must prove that your business model is viable and profitable. For example, you may ask the question, "Are our customers buying our product(s) at the prices we need to be profitable?

As you learn more about your customer and business, you’ll modify your original vision. Entry into the marketplace provides a platform to identify new opportunities and to reshape your business so that it is best positioned to grow and thrive. Thus, it’s wise to think about your growth strategy from the very beginning. Today that growth is more likely than ever to mean you’ll consider international expansion.

Address the following questions:

1. Describe your business model. What are your primary sources of revenue? What are your primary revenue drivers?

2. What is your overall strategy? Why does this strategy help you sell to customers? What tactics can you employ to increase your revenues?

3. What is your market entry strategy? How does this create a platform for your business to grow? Are there any barriers to entry? If so, what might they be and how will you overcome them?

4. What is your growth strategy? How big do you want your firm to become? How long might it take for it to get there? Do you have an exit strategy? If so, what is it and why?

Instructions:

1. Create a PowerPoint containing 12 slides to discuss your findings in response to the topics above. Be sure to include speaker's notes OR create a video of yourself giving the presentation. You can do this using Kaltura tool and your laptop or mobile device (on the toolbar between the movie clip and the insert table icons).

2. In your presentation, make certain that you include at least two credible outside references from search engines or scholarly sources from the APUS Online Library.

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.

PowerPoint Rubric  100 %
	Exemplary 4 pts
ILO: Specialized Knowledge  15 % Initiates, assembles, arranges and reformulates ideas, concepts, designs and techniques in carrying out a project directed at a challenge in the field beyond conventional boundaries.	Exemplary Student provides the following: -An Agenda slide -A References slide -Speaker notes
Program Objective  20 % Compare and contrast various organizational managerial approaches, specifically their effect on the individual, group, and organization.	Exemplary Identified and discussed 3 important points required by the assignment description.
Strategies  35 % Examine the key elements necessary for developing business models.	Exemplary Student provides 3+ examples of the points discussed in the presentation and cites sources to support his/her findings.
Graphics and Appearance  15 % Asthetics of the presentation	Exemplary Effective use of bullets and spacing on all slides. Pictures, in addition to the slide background are used strategically on slides. A professional-looking slide background is used.
Speaker's Notes OR Video  15 % Delivery	Exemplary Detailed speaker's notes are present within the presentation and included on all slides OR student has submitted a well done video of the presentation for grading.

Part 4- APA FORMAT- 250 Words

Objective: Compute the different methods of early-stage funding.

Prompt:  What can you learn about equity financing on the Web? Search for some investor/entrepreneur matching  sites  (e.g.,  www.angelinvestmentnetwork.ca).  Do  you  think  these  services  are effective? Would they work for your business? What can you learn about venture capital on the Web? Look at  www.pwcmoneytree.com/moneytree/index.jsp. What regions and sectors are  receiving the  most  money?  Which  venture  capital  funds  are  the  most  active?  Are  they investing in your sector?