Discussion Post I: Analyzing an Advertisement for the Appeals
In this discussion, you will be analyzing an advertisement using the appeals.
i. Find an advertisement online, either a video or print, to analyze. Pick an ad that you are interested in reviewing and be sure that it is academically appropriate.
ii. Then write a short, three paragraph analysis on how the advertisement uses the rhetorical appeals. How are ethos, pathos, and logos used in the advertisement? Make sure to review the reading this week that focuses on the three rhetorical appeals. Each paragraph in your discussion board should focus on a different appeal.
iii. Finally, post a link to the advertisement at the end of your discussion board so that the class can take a look at it.
Discussion Post II: Islam
Review and read current events articles from reputable news sources that are highlighting Sunni and Shi'ite relations worldwide. Choose one article from your review, written in the last 5 years, to share with your classmates.
i. Provide a summary of the article.
ii. Analyze how the events outlined in the article are related to tensions between differing Islamic views.
Make sure to provide a working hyperlink to the article in your post.
Discussion Post III: Performance Mgmt and Evaluations
What is the relationship between performance management and performance evaluations? How have you seen this relationship manifested in your professional life or the professional life of a family member or friend? How could it be improved?
Discussion Post IV: Performance Evaluation Viability
Is the concept of performance evaluations passé? What type of motivation might Gen X, Y and Z want that's different from Baby Boomers? Why? Interview family members or friends of these generations to validate your reasoning.
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.