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This is an analytical research paper. You should begin by asking a question (a research question) on which you have no stance (opinion). This is a writing exercise in exploration and evaluation. Though the research topic may be debatable and controversial, it is not your intent to persuade the audience that your ideas are right while those of others are wrong. Instead, the goal should be to offer a critical interpretation of APA sources throughout the paper–sources that should, ultimately, buttress the particular analysis of the topic.

The basic questions that should be answered in the paper include;

1. What is the context of the problem/issue/theory?

2. What is the exact nature of the problem?

3. Whom is it affecting?

4. Have there been any effective approaches to dealing with the problem?

5. What research has been done to explore the problem/issue/theory?

6. What are likely consequences if the problem is not alleviated?

7. What organizational communication theories and information from the course apply to the problem/issue/theory?

The final paper should be between 5 and 6 pages and contain at least 4 references from sources other than the textbook. All citations, and the whole paper, should utilize APA style citations and formatting.

Criteria for evaluation (will be assessed through a rubric):

· Thoroughness, quality and completeness of the research, methodology and presentation.

· Effective incorporation of theories, models and vocabulary from the Organizational Communication course.

· Use of appropriate and adequate references (citations).

· Clarity. Writing style is appropriate to a professional practitioner audience. The proposal and paper are clearly organized and written, with subheadings. The paper is proofed carefully. It is free of word choice, spelling, grammatical and other errors.

POSSIBLE TOPICS: (This is just a preliminary list. You may propose another topic in your proposal).

Remember..this is an Organizational Communication class. Your topics must be related to ORG COMM. issues/ topics and perspectives.

Change management

Diversity

Organizational Socialization

Ethics in Organizations

Decision Making in Organizations

Technology and Organizations

Team Development

Leadership

Supervisor-Subordinate Communication

Organization Change Models

Team Building in Organizations

The role of HR Departments in non-profit or for-profit organizations

Communication assessments for organizations

Social Emotional Learning in Organizations

Bullying in the Workplace

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

25-6 pages research paper, details in the file