Topic: 3 trends in Information Technology

Paper details: have chosen Big Data, cloud computing and mobile the topics is open as long as it is a recent IT trend. Hide Folder Information Folder Assignment 2: Trends in My Profession - Part A Bibliography Instructions Trends in my Profession Part A – Annotated Reference List Introduction: Part A This week, the head of your company has asked you to do some research and summarize THREE noteworthy trends in your profession. The goal of this assignment is to inform upcoming discussion of the company’s strategic priorities. The company head suggested that you write an annotated bibliography in the following manner: Create a list of citations to books, articles, and documents, each followed by a 150 word description and evaluation that will inform readers of the relevance, accuracy, and quality of the sources. You are excited about this assignment because you realize that being able to spots trends in your industry is an important skill. It assists you on-the-job as you work to create and deliver innovative and forward-looking products and services. It assists you in career planning as you envision new directions and opportunities for yourself. Spaeder (2007), writing for Entrepreneur, offers the following on how to Spot the Latest Trends. Steps: Part A In this assignment, research THREE trends in your profession and create an Annotated Reference list that contains at least SIX articles, books and documents that supports your research. Format Employ APA Style 6ed At the top of the annotated bibliography, identify the document as follows: Annotated Bibliography: Title by Your Name Date Include at least six (6) references; a minimum of three (3) must come from the UMUC Library Each annotation should include the following: The purpose of the work A summary of its content The audience type for whom the work is written The material's relevance to the topic Any special or unique features about the material The strengths, weaknesses or biases in the material Number the pages in the header, as APA specifies Process Steps Review ALL the resources contained in this module under the link: UMUC Library Resources, including the video, “How to Write and Annotated Bibliography" Identify one of the following codes for your industry: NAICS Code – locate the definition at: North American Industry Classification System (SBA.gov) and locate the database at NAICS Codes SOC Code – locate the definition at: Standard Occupational Classification (BLA.gov) and locate the database at O*NET SOC Code Employ the UMUC Library to locate journal articles, books, and other sources that that will assist you in identifying the trends in your industry. Submit the assignment to Turnitin.com before you submit the assignment to LEO Ensure a mix of quality resources Limit use of web sources to well vetted, reputable sites Deliverable Submit the Annotated Reference list in your LEO Assignment Folder at the end of the session. Hide Rubrics Rubric Name: TGS Written Communication Rubric-Annotated Bibliography 1. Organize document or presentation clearly in a manner that promotes understanding. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 1.1 Present material in clear and/or logical order appropriate to task. 1.2 Articulate thesis and purpose clearly. 1.3 Support thesis and purpose fully. 1.4 Transition smoothly and develop connections from point to point. 1.5 Create coherent progress from introduction through conclusion. 2. Develop coherent paragraphs or points so that each is internally unified and so that each functions as part of the whole document or presentation. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 2.1 Create meaningful topic sentence for each paragraph or point. 2.2 Develop each paragraph’s single topic to the appropriate depth. 2.3 Supply relevant and original supporting detail. 3. Provide sufficient, correctly cited support that substantiates the writer’s ideas. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 3.1 Use a variety of credible sources to support, extend, and inform an original thesis or idea, integrating source material smoothly. 3.2 Summarize, paraphrase, and quote accurately. 3.3 Cite sources properly. 4. Tailor communications to the audience. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 4.1 Identify target audience. 4.2 Explain unfamiliar terms and material. 4.3 Employ precise, appropriate language. 4.4 Use audience-appropriate, consistent tone. 4.5 Avoid language which indicates bias against individuals/groups their affiliations, orientations and beliefs. 5. Use sentence structure appropriate to the task, message and audience. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 5.1 Demonstrate variation in sentence structure. 5.2 Express ideas clearly and concisely. 5.3 Eliminate sentence-level errors such as run-ons/comma splices and sentence fragments. 6. Follow conventions of Standard Written English. HIGHLY PROFICIENT (100-90%) PROFICIENT (89-80%) DEVELOPING PROFICIENCY (79-70%) LOW/NO PROFICIENCY (69-0%) 6.1 Adhere to standard usage rules of grammar and mechanics. 6.2 Adhere to standard usage rules of word choice. 6.3 Adhere to standard usage rules of spelling. Overall Score Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1 Submit Files