Annotated Bibliography and Final Paper Topic Choice

Prior to beginning work on this assignment,

• Review Chapters 7, 8, and 9 from the textbook Communicating in Groups: Applications and Skills(11th ed.).
• Review the HUM6100 List of Final Paper Topics/Topic CategoriesDownload HUM6100 List of Final Paper Topics/Topic Categories. One of these may provide a useful starting point for selecting your Final Paper topic.

In your paper,

• State your topic choice for the Final Paper.
• Explain why you chose the topic (1 paragraph).
• Summarize what you plan to research about your topic.

• For example, an in-depth paper might be required to analyze the pros and cons of the INFJ MBTI personality type in groups compared to ISTJ personality types. In contrast, an in-breadth topic might examine 16 MBTI personality types in group (1 paragraph)
  • Explain what you hope to learn through the experience (1 paragraph).
  • Compile an annotated bibliography that includes at least eight scholarly resources, all published within the last six years. You may include no more than two older articles that are widely recognized as seminal or classic works.
  • Review the following guidelines regarding how to create an annotated bibliography in APA style, 7th edition:
• Annotated Bibliography TutorialLinks to an external site.
• Annotated Bibliography SampleLinks to an external site.
  • Review the Annotated BibliographyLinks to an external site.page in the Writing Center for tips and examples.

The Annotated Bibliography and Final Paper Topic Choice paper

• must be 3 to 5 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages)and formatted according to APA StyleLinks to an external site. as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA Formatting for Microsoft WordLinks to an external site.
• must include a separate title page with the following in title case:

• title of paper in bold font
  • Space should appear between the title and the rest of the information on the title page.
• student’s name
• name of institution
• course name and number
• instructor’s name
• due date
  • must utilize academic voice.
• Review the Academic VoiceLinks to an external site.resource for additional guidance.
  • must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph.
• Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper.
• For assistance in writing Introductions & ConclusionsLinks to an external site.and Writing a Thesis StatementLinks to an external site., refer to the Writing Center resources.
  • must use at least 8 scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
• The Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible SourcesLinks to an external site.table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source.
• To assist you in completing the research required for this assignment, refer to this Quick and Easy Library ResearchLinks to an external site.tutorial, which introduces the University of Arizona Global Campus Library and the research process, and provides some library search tips.
• You may also refer to the How to Use Library OneSearchLinks to an external site.tutorial, which explains keyword searching process in the library to find scholarly articles, or the Advanced Internet Search TechniquesLinks to an external site. tip sheet, which provides some tips and strategies to make finding credible online research in a search engine such as Google easier and more efficient.
  • must document any information used from sources in APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA: Citing Within Your PaperLinks to an external site.
  • must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center.
• Refer to the APA: Formatting Your References ListLinks to an external site.resource in the Writing Center for specifications.
  

  Struggling with where to start this assignment? Follow this guide to tackle your assignment easily!

  Step-by-Step Guide for Completing Your Paper

  Step 1: Choose Your Topic

  • Go to the “HUM6100 List of Final Paper Topics/Topic Categories.”

  • Select a topic that personally interests you or ties into your professional goals.

  • Example: “The Role of MBTI Personality Types in Group Communication.”

  Step 2: Write Your Introduction

  • Begin with a hook or a general statement about group communication.

  • Clearly state your topic choice.

  • End with your thesis statement explaining the focus of your paper.

  Step 3: Paragraph 2 – Why You Chose This Topic

  • Write one paragraph explaining your motivation behind the topic.

  • Consider personal, academic, or professional relevance.

  Step 4: Paragraph 3 – What You Plan to Research

  • Clarify whether you are going in-depth or broad.

  • Example: “I will compare how INFJ and ISTJ types function in small teams.”

  • Keep this to one paragraph and focus on the scope of your investigation.

  Step 5: Paragraph 4 – What You Hope to Learn

  • In one paragraph, explain your expectations.

  • What new understanding or skill do you anticipate gaining from this research?

  Step 6: Develop Your Annotated Bibliography

  • Find at least 8 scholarly sources from the last six years. Use the University Library and Google Scholar.

  • For each source:

    • Cite it in APA 7 format

    • Summarize its content (2-4 sentences)

    • Evaluate its credibility and relevance to your topic

    • Reflect on how you will use it in your paper

  Step 7: Format Your Paper

  • Title page (APA): bold title, your name, institution, course, instructor, date

  • Use double spacing and 12-pt Times New Roman

  • Include citations and a separate References page in APA style

  • Make sure your tone is formal and academic

  Step 8: Final Checks

  • Proofread for grammar and APA formatting

  • Review requirements: Is your paper 3–5 pages? Did you include 8 sources?

  • Upload your assignment in the correct file format (.docx or .pdf)

  Need help with the APA format or citations? Use Purdue OWL’s APA guide or your campus Writing Center. You’re building critical research skills, so stay focused and take it one step at a time!

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