Topic: Anything to do with communication theory. This course might lend itself to a paper on a particular theory or theorist.
· Important: You may choose a topic that has been covered in class, but you must take what we have covered as your starting point and research the topic well beyond that.
· Sources: I am going to want to see some (full-length) books in the List of References or Works Cited section at the end of your paper. Online Journals are another good place to search. Wikipedia is not a valid source for academic research. It can provide a very useful place to start because it often lists good sources for further research, but it should not be used as a source itself. Our library websites also includes access to many e-books and databases, the most useful of which might be Communication and Mass Media Complete.
· Tip: You might want to query me on your proposed topic, as I can probably tell you if you will be able to find many good sources on it and I can probably point you to some of them.
· AN OFFER YOU CANNOT REFUSE: In an effort to help you improve your writing skills, I would be happy to take a look at a draft of your paper if it is submitted AT LEAST ONE WEEK BEFORE THE DEADLINE. I would make suggestions for improvement within 48 hours, giving you time to revise your paper for final submission.
