An 8 to 12-slide presentation
A corresponding written script with 1-2 paragraphs of written narration for each slide
Step 1
Review assignment requirements
Choose one of the following topics to discuss in this assignment: social groups OR social control.
If you select social groups, identify a type of group (such as a fraternity/sorority, civic/social group, or the like).
Discuss the structure of that group (type, size, organizational structure, leadership/hierarchical structure, and so on).
Describe the size of the group.
Identify how this group differs from other types of groups (or groups similar in size).
What is the leadership structure (are officers elected or appointed?; how long do officers hold office?).
Discuss the leadership styles common to these groups.
Describe the mechanisms used to encourage conformity to group/organization rules and regulations.
Explain how membership is acquired and how members/participants conform to the structure of the organization. What are membership criteria (such as financial requirements, minimum GPA needed to join, selection process)?
Describe the membership demographics.
If you select social control, conduct a general search for articles or information that critically assess the use of the American prison system as a social control mechanism. Choose one prison and address the following:
Discuss the structure of the prison. Is it a minimum, medium, or maximum-security facility?
What types of programs are available for inmates (such as behavior modification, substance abuse, or anger management)?
Discuss the administration structure, specifically addressing the gender of the warden, deputy warden, and others. Are the counselors certified? Are the guards predominantly male or female?
Discuss the process used by prison officials to control inmates (that is, the regimentation, programming, and overall structure associated with prisons).
Step 2
Create the presentation.
Using a presentation application (also referred to as slide ware) such as PowerPoint or Google Slides, organize and display the required information in a series of presentation slides (also referred to as a slide deck). Note that you are not required to present this project in a live setting; however, you should design these slides as if you were doing so. If you have never created a slide deck before or need some additional help, several resources and tutorial videos are available online. Conduct an Internet browser search for the slide application you are using (for example, Google Slides, PowerPoint, or Keynote) and the search term “tutorial.” Such a search will provide videos and websites that can assist you in creating the slides and using the application.
Design your slides with the following in mind:
The presentation title slide should be Social Groups and Social Control (depending on which topic you chose).
All slides should be contained in a single file.
Label each slide with the slide title and number.
Use clear, concise bullet points.
Presentations are primarily visual. Avoid including too much written information on your slides. You can include more detailed information in the written script portion of this project.
Images and diagrams are wonderful presentation tools to support your message.
At the end of the slide deck, include proper citations in APA style for the sources you used, which include images and diagrams (explore the Purdue OWL
(Links to an external site.)
website for examples). The source citation slide will not count toward your slide total.
Step 3
Write the presentation script.
Write the text of your script to correspond with each slide as though you were delivering a live presentation. You should write 1 to 2 paragraphs for each slide that expands on the information covered on that slide. The script should be written in a professional, yet conversational tone as if you were speaking to a live audience.
Write your script in the following manner:
Use headings that show the slide number and slide title to indicate the narration for each slide.
Use language intended for a live audience as opposed to a reader. Include language that helps your audience follow along, such as “I want to talk more in depth about.”
Use clear, concise sentences.
Use clear and relatable examples to help explain concepts.
At the end of the script document, include proper citations in APA style for the sources you used.
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