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Assignment: Module 5 Media, Technology, and Social Stratification
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Due Jun 16 by 11:59pm
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Introduction
Technology develops as a fix to the problems we encounter in daily life. The media has the potential to keep us informed as citizens of society. Both provide the opportunity to make the world feel smaller and create a global community. Sociologists also examine the impact of media and technology on society. Social stratification, the hierarchical ranking of people, groups, and social classes within society continues to be impacted by the growing influence of media and the rapid development of technology. In this assignment, you will examine the influence of technology and media on society.
Remember to view the assignment rubric (see below) before completing the assignment.
Assignment Instructions
Review the module activities and resources.
Complete Part One: Analysis
Complete Part Two: Visual Reflection
Cite and reference all resources utilized in the assignment. Be sure to include two or more references following APA format. 
Review the presentation for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and APA style.
Submit to the instructor by the due date listed in the course schedule.
Part 1: Analysis
Answer the following questions in an essay format with a length of 1-2 paragraphs.
How has society changed with technology?
Has technology helped or hindered society?
How has society changed with media?
Has media helped or hindered society?
Select one of the following topics to examine. The answer should be 1-2 paragraphs in essay format.
How has the movie industry changed over the years?
How has society changed because of the Internet and social media?
Describe Karl Marx’s views on social class and social stratification. How has social stratification been impacted/influenced by media and technology?
How has media influenced changes in the British monarchy since the 1960s?
Part 2: Visual Reflection on Media and Technology Influence
Presentation with 10-12 slides illustrating how media has changed society and the impact on society, cultures, and families.
Grading
Review the rubric for specific grading criteria.
Rubric
Media, Technology, and Social Stratification Rubric
Media, Technology, and Social Stratification Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of Technology and Media Impact on Society
20 pts
Excellent
The essay includes a comprehensive analysis of the impact of technology and media on society. The essay demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
18 pts
Good
The essay includes an accurate and detailed analysis of the impact of technology and media on society. The essay demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The essay includes an adequate analysis of the impact of technology and media on society. The essay demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The essay fails to provide an adequate analysis of the impact of technology and media on society. The essay fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis of Self-Selected Topic
20 pts
Excellent
The essay includes a comprehensive analysis of the topic. The essay demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
18 pts
Good
The essay includes accurate and detailed analysis of the topic. The essay demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The essay includes an adequate analysis of the topic. The essay demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The essay fails to provide an adequate analysis of the topic. The essay fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVisual Reflection
20 pts
Excellent
The presentation includes a comprehensive set of visual elements for all components listed in the assignment directions. The presentation demonstrates an in-depth understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The conclusion summarizes and synthesizes ideas.
18 pts
Good
The presentation includes an accurate and detailed reflection that includes all information listed in the assignment directions. The presentation demonstrates an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Most concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The conclusion summarizes and synthesizes most ideas.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The presentation includes an adequate reflection that includes the information listed in the assignment directions. The presentation demonstrates a basic understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Some concepts are synthesized into the student’s own perception. The conclusion summarizes and synthesizes some ideas.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The presentation fails to provide an adequate reflection that includes some of the information listed in the assignment directions. The presentation fails to demonstrate an understanding of concepts through the application of course content. Not all concepts are synthesized in the student’s own words. The conclusion does
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresentation
20 pts
Excellent
The presentation has a cohesive, visually pleasing, and appropriate background for each slide. The presentation contains high-quality graphics that help the audience understand the content and does not detract from the presentation.
18 pts
Good
The presentation has a cohesive background throughout. The presentation mostly contains appropriate graphics that help the audience understand the content and do not detract from the presentation.
16 pts
Satisfactory
The presentation does not consistently use a visually pleasing and/or appropriate background. The images contained are not high-quality and/or they are not appropriate and detract from the presentation.
12 pts
Needs Improvement
The presentation does not have a cohesive, visually pleasing, and/or appropriate background for each slide. The presentation does not contain graphics and/or the graphics contained distract from the content.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Cohesiveness
5 pts
Excellent
The student effectively connects information from all sources. Presentation and essays smoothly flow from one topic to the next without the need for headings. The student’s writing expertly expresses a relationship between all sources.
4.5 pts
Good
For the most part, the student connects information from all sources. Presentation and essays flow with only some disjointedness. The student’s writing expresses a relationship between all sources.
4 pts
Satisfactory
Sometimes the student connects information from all sources. Presentation and/or essays lack a consistent flow. The student’s writing does not consistently express a relationship between all sources.
3 pts
Needs Improvement
The presentation fails to connect information from all sources. Presentation and/or essays do not flow – disjointedness is apparent. The student’s writing shows a minimal understanding of the relationship between all sources.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and Mechanics
5 pts
Excellent
Assignment is free from spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors. The tone of the presentation is appropriate for the audience.
4.5 pts
Good
Assignment contains minimal (1-2) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. In a few instances, the tone of the presentation becomes too informal.
4 pts
Satisfactory
Assignment contains several (3-5) spelling, punctuation, and/or grammatical errors. Presentation is not always written in an appropriate tone for the audience.
3 pts
Needs Improvement
Assignment contains significant errors (more than 5) in APA format, grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation. The tone of the presentation is not appropriate for the audience.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Guidelines
5 pts
Excellent
The assignment is written following all APA style guidelines and formatting.
4.5 pts
Good
The assignment contains minimal APA style guideline formatting errors.
4 pts
Satisfactory
The assignment contains several APA style guidelines and/or formatting errors.
3 pts
Needs Improvement
The assignment is not properly formatted per APA style guidelines.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences
5 pts
Excellent
Cites all data and images obtained from other sources. APA citation style is used in both text and bibliography.
4.5 pts
Good
Cites most data and images obtained from other sources. APA citation style is used in both text and bibliography.
4 pts
Satisfactory
Cites some data and images obtained from other sources. Citation style is either inconsistent or incorrect.
3 pts
Needs Improvement
No references were included and/or does not cite sources.
0 pts
No Submission
The student did not submit the assignment.
5 pts
Total Points: 100

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