Issues in Student Affairs

Assignment Guidelines for writing: Deadline: November 23rd, 2016 Midnight eastern time – do not procrastinate -Only use references provided: These are the materials you will need to purchase for the course: Schuh, John H., Susan R. Jones, and Shaun R, Harper. (2010) Student Services: A Handbook for the Profession Hardcover. Jossey-Bass. ISBN-13: 978-0470454985. Some lectures/activities may contain additional resources. See individual lectures/activities for those requirements. - DO NOT PLAGIARIZE -Do not give me fragments, runs ons, vague sentences. Check, check, check - for proper grammer, spelling, and make sure the content is correct, make sure it flows and back up statements with proper examples. Check, before submitting draft – proof read! **In graduate courses, you are expected to support your viewpoints with academic evidence (citing and referencing your sources using APA style. Reference the link https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ - Use Proper APA Format** - APA 6 format throughout (e.g., title page, running head, in-text citations, headings, references) Double spaced, Times New Roman Size 12 font, 1" margins. - Quotes must be something that could not have been paraphrased by you (because of its eloquence) The APA manual indicates that page numbers are required for all direct quotes and page numbers are optional for paraphrased material. • In addition APA format documents have been attached so that proper APA format is used • APA 6th Edition Quick Reference Guide • Proper APA Style • APA Formatting • Basic citation styles • Introduction to APA Style • Paraphrasing • In addition, I attached a Proofreading Tip file to cover writing style. Your writing must be professional and appropriate for the target audience. DO NOT use I, we, our, you. Do NOT refer to your paper (ex. In this paper...). USE PROPER writing mechanics, grammar, spelling, sentence structure, etc. Attached is a document called: • Proofreading Tips I want to put emphasis on using appropriate academic sources, APA formatting, writing clarity, and the ability to synthesize information into a thoughtful and cohesive paper The work must be above average and truly exceptional. The paper: 1. It not only fulfills the assignment but does so in a fresh and mature way. The paper is exciting to read; it accommodates itself well to its intended audience. 2. The evidence is detailed and used persuasively and where appropriate; citations are used effectively where appropriate and are formatted correctly. 3. The organization gives the reader a sense of the necessary flow of the argument or explanation. Paragraphs are fully developed and follow naturally from what precedes them; the conclusion reinforces the reader’s confidence in the writer’s control of the argument. Organizational guides are used as appropriate. 4. The prose is clear, apt, and occasionally memorable. The paper contains few, if any, errors of grammar, mechanics, word choice or expression, none of which undermines the overall effectiveness of the paper. 5. Try not to write sentences in the passive voice. With the active voice, the subject performs the action. This style can provide more clarity, brevity, responsibility, or certainty than passive voice. In the passive voice, the actions are performed upon the subject by someone or something else. When the subject is more important than the actor, the passive voice is a useful style. If the active voice makes sense, use it. 6. Your writing has a clearly defined purpose and it makes a definite point. You are able to supports that point with specific information. The information is clearly connected and arranged and the words are appropriate, and the sentences are concise, emphatic, and correct. • QUALITY: Review/use the applicable required resources below and do your own research to ensure that they create and give QUALITY work. • REFERENCES AND IN-TEXT CITATIONS: You MUST include citations for information cited in the essay. Use APA formatted citations. You must cite any data or research. • Below are some basics to help you with APA: JOURNAL ARTICLE - https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/07/ Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number(issue number), pages. http://dx.doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyyy Scruton, R. (1996). The eclipse of listening. The New Criterion, 15(3), 5-13. ________________________________________ BOOK - https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/08/ Author, A. A. (Year of publication). Title of work: Capital letter also for subtitle. Location: Publisher. Calfee, R. C., & Valencia, R. R. (1991). APA guide to preparing manuscripts for journal publication. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. ________________________________________ VIDEO - http://libguides.gwumc.edu/c.php?g=27779&p=170348 Author Surname, First Initial. Second Initial. OR Author screen name. (Year, Month Day {of video post}). Title of video [Video file]. Retrieved from URL of specific video. Norton, R. (2006, November 4). How to train a cat to operate a light switch [Video file]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vja83KLQXZs ________________________________________ CHAPTER IN AN EDITED BOOK - https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/08/ Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year of publication). Title of chapter. In A. A. Editor & B. B. Editor (Eds.), Title of book (pages of chapter). Location: Publisher. Note: When you list the pages of the chapter or essay in parentheses after the book title, use "pp." before the numbers: (pp. 1-21). This abbreviation, however, does not appear before the page numbers in periodical references, except for newspapers. O'Neil, J. M., & Egan, J. (1992). Men's and women's gender role journeys: A metaphor for healing, transition, and transformation. In B. R. Wainrib (Ed.),Gender issues across the life cycle (pp. 107-123). New York, NY: Springer. ________________________________________ WEB PAGE It all depends on the type of webpage from which you are referencing info. See the following for a helpful list of examples: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/10/ READING AND RESOURCES • Link (library): The Elements of a Good Case http://jel.sagepub.com/content/14/3/4.abstract , pages 4-10 • Link (website): Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership Submission Guidelines https://us.sagepub.com/en-us/nam/journal-of-cases-in-educational-leadership/journal201765 • Case examples from the Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership • At least 4 peer-reviewed articles LECTURE Theory to practice is an essential part of student affairs. Case study is an effective way to practice the art and science of applying theory. You have reviewed several cases throughout the course including short vignettes describing situational and longer cases. You have practiced applying course materials or theory to the case. In this assignment, you will write your own case. This assignment is designed for you to apply course materials to an original case study. In addition, you will prepare the manuscript as if the case would be submitted to the Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership and learn about the process of submitting a manuscript to a scholarly journal. ORDER INSTRUCTIONS: Follow the Submission Guidelines of the Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership. Cases can be organized in a variety of ways, so you should decide what format is most appropriate for the case. We reviewed several cases in this course that can be used as an example of how to organize a case. Specifically, the paper should include, at least: • Abstract (100 words) • Case • Teaching Notes • References • ERIC Descriptors (Three ERIC descriptors suitable for searching) • Author Information (see Submission Guidelines). Use the example case (Clayton, et al) and other cases studies presented in JCEL to identify possible ways to organize your case study. Use at least 6 peer-reviewed journal articles in your case. Refer to the lecture on using case studies in theory to practice. Writing Requirements (APA format) • 12 pages (approx. 300 words per page), not including title page or references page • 1-inch margins • Double spaced • 12-point Times New Roman font • Title page with topic and name of student • References page (minimum of 4 resources) Grading, Assessment, Directions and Requirements for Responses (min 3600 words) • Using APA format, incorporate appropriate in-text citation(s) referring to the academic concept with corresponding references page for the initial post. • Meeting the minimum number of words (3600) does not guarantee an A; you must present an in-depth discussion of high quality, integrate sources to support your assertions, and refer to peers’ comments in your secondary posts to build on concepts. Respond to all questions: • specific • relevant • compelling • related • thorough • length Your responses are organized, clear point of view or idea using rich and significant detail. Please make sure that your writing clearly and your writing responds to the questions provided. Responses (Engagement): • substantial • organized • PROPER APA references others' work • length Please use the OWL Purdue APA pages to assist you in developing your professional formatting and style: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ Provides 2 or more relevant and meaningful responses with clarifying explanation and detail • Please make sure that your writing clearly responds to the parts provided – and Please use at least two, cited, scholarly sources. Be sure to include APA references: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/02/ Your responses are organized, clear point of view or idea, using rich and significant detail. Your responses are relevant and meaningful with clarifying explanation and detail. Your response draws insightful conclusions thoroughly defended with scholarly evidence (2 or more references) and a rich array of examples. Your responses are easily understood with no errors. Responses (Critical Thinking): • sources • organized • analysis • evaluation Draws insightful conclusions thoroughly defended with scholarly evidence (2 or more references) and a rich array of examples Responses (Grammar, Mechanics, Style) • language • audience • word choice • clear • concise • APA format Responses are easily understood with no Grammar, Mechanics or Style errors. Please use cited, scholarly sources provided. Be sure to include an APA reference list for all sources. Analysis: Throughout the whole work, evidence is organized and synthesized to reveal insightful patterns, differences, or similarities related to focus. Support: Throughout the whole work, sentences in each paragraph compellingly explain the main idea claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples Conclusions: States a conclusion that is a logical extrapolation from the inquiry findings Grammar, Mechanics, and Style: Throughout the whole work, the text, is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and citation (where applicable), is clear and concise, is effectively fitted to format and purpose, uses language appropriate for intended audience, demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety. Course Learning Outcome(s): 1. Compare and contrast various philosophies of higher education student affairs. 2. Analyze the factors that lead to student success. 3. Identify and explain various ways that student affairs and services can be organized. 4. Appraise the current trends in student affairs. 5. Summarize major problems in student affairs. 6. Assess future directions in student affairs.