COMM2210 Research and Writing

Learning Outcomes 1. Examine the features of a simple essay outline. 2. Distinguish between research topic, hypothesis, and thesis. 3. Develop arguments by putting theory and data together in a coherent way. 4. Explore various types of qualitative and/or quantitative strategies and techniques. 5. Practice the benefits of using the "laugh test". Instructions In this assignment, you are required to submit a summary of your Preliminary Report, due next week, in order to receive feedback from two of your peers about the content of your prospective Research Paper & Presentation assignment. This will give you the opportunity to see how persuasive your thesis and arguments are, as well as several things you can do in addition to improve your work. In return, you will give feedback to two other peers. For that purpose, please consider the following instructions: • Read through the textbook’s pp. 9-10, 125 to learn what a “laugh test” is. • In the Discussion Forum which is designated for this activity, submit a summary, or just an initial version of your Preliminary Report including your topic, the- sis, coded categories and arguments, short introduction to the theories and re- search methods you are intended to apply in your project, and possible ethical issues that may arise in the course of your inquiry. • The length of your post should not exceed 300 words. • In a brief written announcement preceding the summery of your Preliminary Re- port, encourage two of your peers to give you written feedback about your post. Make sure that your reviewers understand that you want honest, objective, and constructive criticism, and not just good encouraging words boosting your confidence. • In turn, give written feedback to two peers by your choice, different from those from which you would receive feedback. To be truly helpful, your criticismis expected to be based on valid and well-reasoned arguments. • These two posts should not exceed the length of 150 words each (300 words in total). • Always maintain a tone of friendly criticism, mutual respect, inclusiveness, and professionalism! • Please note that all work must be submitted no later than midnight on the due date (see I