This Quarter You Will Have A Communication Practicum Project

This quarter you will have a Communication Practicum Project which will last all six weeks

This quarter you will undertake a Communication Practicum Project that spans six weeks. The project involves selecting a movie from the last 50 years, analyzing its elements in relation to communication concepts covered in your coursework, and demonstrating this understanding through multimedia presentations. The choice of movie is final after submission of the initial assignment. Each week builds upon the previous, culminating in a final project in week five. You will utilize tools such as Screencast-O-Matic for screen recording and PowerPoint for presentation creation.

In the first level, you are to choose a movie, watch it thoroughly, and create a PowerPoint presentation that includes an introduction to the setting, plot, and main characters. Additionally, identify and apply three communication concepts from your course materials—such as Culture, Perception, Listening, Verbal Messages, Non-verbal Messages, Emotional and Conversational Messages, Interpersonal Relationships and Conflict, Power and Influence—to the movie. Proper APA citations for your resources must be included. The presentation should consist of a title slide, objectives slide, review slide, and a final slide, and should contain at least four cited resources. Save the completed PowerPoint as a .ppt file (or with the extension appended for Mac users).

Paper For Above instruction

The initial stage of this six-week communication practicum requires students to demonstrate their understanding of communication principles through the analysis of a film. This task integrates film analysis with communication theory, providing a practical application of academic concepts. The process begins with the selection of a suitable movie from the past fifty years; this choice must be finalized early to ensure a consistent approach throughout the project. Once selected, students will analyze the film’s setting, plot, and characters, establishing a foundation for further discussion.

The core of the assignment involves identifying three communication elements pertinent to the chosen film, based on course texts and lecture notes. Elements such as culture, perception, listening, verbal and non-verbal messages, emotional expressions, interpersonal relationships, conflicts, and influence are critical aspects of communication that can manifest within the narrative and character interactions in the film. For example, analyzing how cultural differences influence character behaviors or how perception shapes interactions can provide valuable insights. Proper citation of sources in APA format is mandatory, underscoring the importance of academic integrity.

The presentation structure should be clear and concise, beginning with a title slide that states the chosen film and your name, followed by an objectives slide that outlines what you aim to demonstrate or analyze. A review slide summarizes the key elements discussed, and the final slide concludes with reflections or implications of the communication concepts observed. The requirement of at least four scholarly or credible resources ensures that your analysis is well-supported and academically rigorous.

Using tools like PowerPoint, students will create visually engaging slides that enhance understanding. Incorporating relevant images, quotes, and citations can aid the presentation’s clarity. The use of Screencast-O-Matic enables recording of the presentation, providing a dynamic and accessible delivery method. Submitting the PowerPoint file (.ppt) completes the initial level of this practicum, with subsequent levels building on this work by extending analysis, creating videos, and finalizing the comprehensive project.

This assignment not only assesses students’ grasp of communication theories but also fosters skills in multimedia presentation and digital literacy. By critically analyzing a film and connecting it to academic concepts, students develop a deeper understanding of how communication functions in various social and cultural contexts. This practical approach prepares students for real-world applications of communication skills in diverse settings.

References

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