Category: Communication

You will need to access the TV line-up for the week of Sept 10th. The 2 photos show the assignment and there is even an example. You do not need to cite everything but I do need all references used. Written in memo format.

I have added all instructions to the attached Word Document and I have also added the Slides I have already created.

For this discussion, research what is expected for your profession in regard to attire, appearance, and related behaviors. Focus on specifics that may distinguish members of your profession from other professionals or the general public. Share the results of your research and identify key standards of behavior.
Must include two references. I have added all the instructions on the attached Word document.

Hi. I am attaching all my ideas but I need to sound professional. I need help with fluidity, structural organization, grammar, and vocabulary. Thank you!!!
1)Use this section to enter information that isn’t listed elsewhere in the application, such as missing parental information or disciplinary action(s) that require detailed explanation. This section can also be used to provide the admissions committee(s) with additional information that you consider vital to your application (i.e., COVID-19 impact, interruptions in your studies or experiences, unique circumstances you faced, reasons for decisions you made). Your explanation statement should be clearly and succinctly written and limited to 3,000 characters (including spaces).

Take a test that examines six scenarios “If America had six parties, which would you be?” Copy and paste the link below outside of the NU website for easier access. (My results are attached)
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/09/08/opinion/republicans-democrats-parties.html
Once you’ve taken the test, write about the category where you emerged and the demographic attributes described. Any surprises when it comes to your categorization and does it shift your attitude about a two-party system? (No) Does it paint a broader picture? (Yes) Write additional questions you think are missing to create a more robust portrait. Are more parties needed, or is political reform more critical? (More parties are a good thing, and reform is always necessary). You can use additional research to drive home your point. Make sure you use APA citations from our textbook and outside sources. Come prepared to discuss this in our Week 2 Virtual Chat. One-two pages for this section.
Higdon, N. & Huff, M. (2019). United States of Distraction: Media Manipulation in Post-Truth America (And What We Can Do About It). Open Media Series, San Francisco.
Below are the two sources required.
Papacharissi, Z. (2021). After Democracy: Imagining Our Political Future. Yale University Press, New Haven & London.

Based on the readings, what is the difference between “crowdsourcing” and “outsourcing” (or off-shoring)? Provide concrete examples for both..
Much of U.S. regulation was created during a different time under different conditions. Based on the readings, what failed to keep up with the changes? What do you think are some challenges that regulatory systems may face? .
There are 3 readings, the first one
https://www.cjr.org/opinion/social-media-fairness-doctrine.php

and the other 2 are in pdf files

Please read the article provided first
Write about a real-life situation from this past year (2022-September 2023) that demonstrates your understanding of at least one main concept from the course, as if you are writing for a blog or magazine, or a scriipt for a podcast or video. You must cite at least three (3) different readings and include a works cited page (any format is fine, as long as it is consistent).
First reading：
https://www.cjr.org/opinion/social-media-fairness-doctrine.php
Second and 3rd reading are in the pdf files.

Congratulations! You have just been hired as the Gender-Affirming Communication Specialist at a large and publicly prominent US organization. (The organization can also be multi-national and/or employ or serve persons internationally. However, the breadth of this assignment is limited to US employees and practices.)
For this final assignment, you will research, develop, and propose policies, language, and procedures that are inclusive and affirming of the wide spectrum of gender choices.
Objective: Develop gender-affirming policies and practices that the organization can adopt.
The purpose of your role is to recommend the most gender-affirming policies and practices that the organization can choose to adopt.
You may select the type of and name of the organization/institution for this assignment. You might select an organization type that you are previously, currently, or possibly aspire to be employed at. Possible examples include a major athletic organization, a university, a US military entity (the entirety of the service or a portion of the service), a U.S. government entity, a for-profit manufacturing or service company, a non-profit foundation, or another type of organization. The choice is yours!
Because gender communication is evolving, and you are possibly the first such Gender-Communication Specialist in the organization, you have been given a wide portfolio, and you are a direct report to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Your role will be to propose policies, language, and procedures that are inclusive and affirming of the wide spectrum of gender choices. Recall that while there can be a complex interaction of gender with other identity markers such as sexuality, race, ethnicity, and class, your current portfolio focuses on gender.
For models of such aspirational organizational communication, you might search: “UCLA gender choices,” and search for other “best practices.”
The paper will be divided into several sections. Respond in an in-depth manner and include references in American Psychological Association style. A typical response could include an example of a worst practice and a contrasting best practice and one or more references. Make no mistake—this requires some web-based research of existing organizations and not just personal opinions. You can expect to work for one hour on researching and composing an answer for each of the following choices. You are expected to back up all claims with credible sources and citations in APA formatting along with an APA7 References section. There is an expectation of 5-6 credible sources at minimum for this assignment. A minimum response for most of the following will be ½ page, double-spaced, 12-point font.
Type your name at the top of the first page.
1. Organizational Descriiption
Provide a name for the organization and a brief descriiption of its history, mission, and assets. The organization can be actual or fictional.
2. Human Resources:
Job Descriiption: Write your job descriiption for Gender-Affirming Communication Specialist. Detail the specific aspects of the organization you will relate to.
Employment Application: What gender-related demographic information will future applicants be asked to supply?
Do you want to view gender-based demographic examples?
See: Fenway Health Client Registration Form
(Note that this form relates to health status, and not all information in this form would be requested by an employer.)
3. Benefits:
Salary Equity: Stated/affirmed?
Health Services: If offered, are they gender affirming?
Do you want to learn more about affirming health services?
See: “UCLA Gender Health Program Fenway Health”
Employee Assistance: If offered, are they gender affirming? If not offered, what types of gender-affirming services should be offered?
Health Leave: Are there specific health benefits supplied that are gender affirming?
Family Definitions: How does the organization define “family” and “marriage”? Are there specific family leave benefits supplied that are gender affirming?
4. Gender Affirming Statement:
Supply a brief statement that affirms a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and gender choices, and two such examples from your research.
5. Language:
Gender Affirming Personal Pronoun Use and Employee Choice of Name:
What is the recommended organizational policy?
Writing Style
Provide examples of the required language style that relates to identification of gender and job titles.
6. Non-verbal Communication:
What types of photos and graphics on the website would communicate a gender affirming workplace?
If there is a “dress code,” is it gender affirming? Provide an example.
7. Non-verbal Facility-based Communication:
If you were to lead a prospective employee on a tour of the main/corporate facility, what “hard architectural” features (e.g., room types, etc.) would suggest a gender-affirming environment? Include signage, bathrooms, lactation areas, etc.
8. Celebrations and Holidays:
What holidays and celebrations would the organization acknowledge?
(e.g., work requirements or visible to a customer or prospective employee on a website, calendar, etc.)
What is the policy about departmental celebrations that suggest gender (e.g., gender reveals; baby showers; engagement/wedding showers)?
9. Gender Communication Training:
Your office will be required to provide training to all levels of the organization: C-Suite, middle managers, Board of Directors, rank and file employees. What content (indicate topic areas) will you include in an online training module? What federal laws will you include?
Gender Affirmation/Equity Variables
Could there be aspects of the organization that require greater attention to gender equity and affirmation of gender differences? Indicate key variables to track. Provide an example of an organization that tracks one or more of the following factors: e.g., gender disparity; salary; demographics, board of director composition.

Step 1: Download & Review the Formative Activity 2 instructions document.
Step 2: Download the Formative Activity 2 paper template document and save it to your computer.
Step 3: Follow the directions on the worksheet to complete the assignment.
Step 4: Save your document as FirstInitial_LastName_JGR300_ FA2
Step 5: Submit your assignment using the Week 5 assignment link in Blackboard.
Formatting:
This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

Try to make those bullet points very general, all the instructions are uploaded, and I also included the textbook pages for reference