clarity and a professional aesthetic to your presentation. The presentation should be 4 – 6

During the first week of class, you will be assigned two readings from which to create abstracts. If you do an unassigned reading, you will receive a 0 for the assignment. . Be prepared to . Rescheduling will not be permitted. Handouts, visual aids, and creative approaches (video/audio clips, current events, etc.) are welcomed. You may use PowerPoint to add clarity and a professional aesthetic to your presentation. The presentation should be 4 – 6 minutes. Conclude the abstract with three written thoughtful questions for the class. More specifically: Begin the written abstract with the APA bibliographic reference. The rest of the abstract should be divided into three sections: , , and . Abstracts will be graded on a) having a correct bibliographic entry on top; b) an accurate summary of the article; c) an analysis that includes methodology and references to IC terms, theory, and themes; and d) an evaluation that assesses the article’s perspective, contribution to learning, and impact on your thinking about intercultural communication. This is not a lecture but an opportunity to share your interpretation of the material. Abstract Rubric #2CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA FormatTimes New Roman font (no New Courier); 12point type size; 1.25inch margins. Double spaced; indented paragraph format (do not double space between paragraphs); Includes page numbers and a reference page. 2 pages in length2 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummaryAn accurate summary of the article5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysisAn analysis that includes methodology and references to Intercultural Communication terms, theory, and themes5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvaluationAn evaluation that assesses the article’s perspective, contribution to learning, and impact on your thinking about intercultural communication7 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome3 Discussion QuestionsConcludes the abstract with three related questions to be addressed in class.3 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProofreadingAbstract is written in complete sentences and contains no grammar, syntax, or spelling errors.3 pts Total Points: 25