After we have explored the subdisciplines in the major, you’ll practice using

 
After we have explored the subdisciplines in the major, you’ll practice using one to solve a real-world problem that could be solved by an English major at work. I recommend you choose an area you might be interested in working in so that you can try it out. 
Your “deliverable” will consist of: 
An overview of the case (potentially with research to support it); 
A proposed approach or solution; 
A rationale supporting your approach or solution (definitely with research to support it).
To complete this assignment: 
1) Choose from one of the case studies in the folder in Module 9. 
2) Consider approaches to solving the problem posed in the case study. The goal is not necessarily to reach the one best solution, but rather to use what you’ve learned so far to propose a solution and explain why the proposed solution is a good option to try. 
3) Research some similar scenarios. You’ll use this as part of your rationale for why your solution is a good one. You might research: 
 Articles that discuss how companies have resolved similar problems; 
General resources related to the subdiscipline (e.g., linguistics, screenplay writing, education, etc.)
Similar case studies or examples. 
You should seek at least 2 sources that you can refer to and cite. AI is not a great research resource, but Google or the library’s database can be helpful places to locate sources. Be sure you vet your sources: are they credible and reliable? 
4) Draft a report on the problem and your proposed solution. These reports can take a variety of formats; I’ll recommend one in the lecture video. Whatever format you use, think about how you can use headings and subheadings effectively. Lengths will vary based on your project, but should be at least 800 words. Reports should also include a page of citations. 
5) You’ll participate in discussions as well as peer review and revision of this assignment.
This assignment is worth approximately 20% of your course grade. See the specifications and the course grading specifications for more details.
No AI!