Central Michigan University Journal Articles Worksheet

In several modules, you will be dissecting an academic article that demonstrates the research associated with the subject in the module, which fulfills course objective number 6: Assess published research and other sources of information in the context of mass communication theory. So you will be learning about a concept, then seeing that concept in action in the research field.

Instructions:
Read the article above, then using the template provided explain the article in your own words, filling in each category. Complete and submit the assignment by 23:59 CST Monday.

Hints from Hinton:

If you plan to go further your education (and even if you just plan to do a research project at the end of your master’s degree), this will be an excellent exercise in preparation for it or for your dissertation, thesis, and career as a college professor. If you plan to go into management, these articles are the kinds of research you can depend upon when making decisions about the subject matter.

Grading Rubric

• 5 points: Submitting Assignment by deadline
• 10 points: The writing is clear. Sentences are complete, grammatically, syntactically correct.
• 35 points: Descriptions, are complete, thoughtful, and not just regurgitated from the article. Insight and educated/evidenced support for opinions are provided.