Objective:
This assignment requires you to author a one-page paper in APA format that delves into your chosen concentration and a key professional organization within this field. This initial paper will set the groundwork for understanding the historical and current context of your concentration, aiding in subsequent assignments that will discuss current trends and challenges.
Instructions:
Concentration Overview:
Define Your Concentration: (My concentration is Business Administration) Clearly identify and define the concentration you have chosen to pursue. Describe its scope and the roles it encompasses within the broader field.
Historical Context: Discuss how your concentration originated and has evolved over time. Highlight key developments and shifts that have characterized its growth.
Professional Organization Analysis:
Identification: Select a professional organization associated with your concentration. Provide an overview of this organization, including its mission, history, and its role in the development of the field.
Resources and Publications: Explore the resources offered by this organization, such as academic journals, conferences, and other educational materials. If applicable, reference specific articles or findings from their publications that relate to the historical and foundational aspects of your concentration.
Formatting Requirements:
Cover Sheet: Include a cover sheet with your name, course title (TECH 425), assignment title, and the date. The cover sheet does not contribute to the overall page count.
Page Layout: Your paper must be double-spaced with 1-inch margins on all sides, using Times New Roman 12pt font.
Citations: Use APA style for all citations and include a reference page. Ensure that both citations and the reference page are correctly formatted according to the latest APA guidelines. These do not count towards the one-page text requirement.
Submission Guidelines:
Ensure your paper succinctly covers both your concentration and the selected professional organization within the one-page limit, excluding the cover sheet and reference page.
Note for General Technology Majors:
If you are a General Technology major without a specific concentration yet, choose a career path within technology that interests you and identify a corresponding professional organization for this assignment.