Choose a sport communication theory you would like to apply and analyze through the lens of the cultures (e.g., Irish, Scottish, and English) we will be visiting during our trip. (Fan Culture)
For example, you might choose Feminist Standpoint Theory (CH6) to understand how the value of women’s sport is discursively constructed in these three cultures and/or in contrast with American culture
Complete 3 interviews (one in London, one in Dublin, one in Edinburgh)
(Please just make up quotes and people, my professor said as long as it sounds like its real its okay)
Make sure WHO you select relates to your selected sport communication theory
Make sure to ask if it is okay to record, introduce yourself, and use letter to explain the purpose of the interview and the course
Don’t forget to turn on recording AND take notes
Ask if you can take their picture for your final presentation OR if they might share a social media post of themselves related to sport
Transcribe selected quote for your paper (easy to do through Google Docs.) See here:
Step 4:
Work on a draft of your final paper by first outlining.
See outline template here:
Sport Culture Outline Template (SU 22).docx
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Step 5:
Draft your full paper and submit by: 6.15.22
Begin the paper with a 4-5 sentence introduction with a clear thesis statement; (please see the outline template attached.)
Next, transition into a brief (1-2 page) summary of each of your interviewees and the interviews, (who they are, what their affiliation to sport is, demographic characteristics, length of interview, where it took place, why you specifically choose them to help you understand you topic).
Next, you will analyze each of the interviews based on the theoretical concepts textbook. Make sure each of the concepts from the textbook is clearly defined and includes an in-text citation for the textbook. The purpose of this section (3-4 pages minimum) is to show your ability to apply the concepts that you learned in this course to sport communication examples. Make sure to cite your interviews (i.e., personal communication) within this section, to distinguish between the different interviews.
Last, please provide a 4-5 sentence conclusion that reviews the main points of the paper.
Please make sure to double space, format in Times New Roman, and follow all other APA formatting style guidelines.
Do not use first person in this assignment (e.g., “I believe” “I think” “In my opinion”) Support claims with evidence from textbook and interviews.
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