For this assignment, you will write the first draft Core Assessment paper focused on your communication across multiple contexts and develop a plan (or plans) to improve your communication. 

Directions

This outline is due Sunday.

Prepare the outline for your Core Assessment paper. Copy and paste the outline below and then complete each section in a Word document.

Introduction:

• Attention Getter
• Central Idea
• Preview of main points

Transition to Main point 1:

Main Point 1: Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication

• Topics – Define the topic, use support from the reading/lectures
• Characteristics – What are the characteristics of being an effective communicator when it comes to verbal and nonverbal components: Use support here.
• Analysis – Evaluate your communication currently here. Share examples to illustrate
• Improvement plan – Share two specific ideas that you can/will incorporate

Transition to Main Point 2:

Main Point 2: Listening

• Topics – Define the topic, use support from the reading/lectures
• Characteristics – What are the characteristics of being an effective communicator when it comes to listening: Use support here.
• Analysis – Evaluate your communication currently here. Share examples to illustrate
• Improvement plan – Share two specific ideas that you can/will incorporate

Transition to Main Point 3:

Main Point 3: Interpersonal Relationships

• Topics – Define the topic, use support from the reading/lectures
• Characteristics – What are the characteristics of being an effective communicator when it comes to interpersonal relationships: Use support here.
• Analysis – Evaluate your communication currently here. Share examples to illustrate
• Improvement plan – Share two specific ideas that you can/will incorporate

Transition to Main Point 4:

Main Point 4: Intercultural Communication

• Topics – Define the topic, use support from the reading/lectures
• Characteristics – What are the characteristics of being an effective communicator when it comes to intercultural communication: Use support here.
• Analysis – Evaluate your communication currently here. Share examples to illustrate
• Improvement plan – Share two specific ideas that you can/will incorporate

Signal the end

Conclusion:

• Summarize the Central Idea
• Summarize your 4 main points
• End with a "lasting Impression"