Technological Society

Final Research Paper Final Research Paper (Based on work done in the midterm prospects) Worth 300 points.  Introduction: What is your research question? Why is it important for the study of human communication? Why is it important for your major/career field?  Why is it important for a technological society? Section 1: Explain the issue: Tell us the story of your selected topic problem or issue Section 2: Historical Connections: These problems are not new! What similar problems and conflicts have taken place during human history?  Section 3: What connections can you make to the textbook? Use specific examples from the textbook.  Section 4: Call to action: Why must this be addressed? What do the experts say? Why should we care? How can we save ourselves? What can we actually do?  What is your call to action? Conclusion: Summarize your paper.  Papers should be typewritten in APA  or MLA format.  The final paper should be approximately 6-8  pages not including the bibliography. 12 point font, Times New Roman, 1-inch Margins.  Potential Topic Issue Areas (Would Need Focused): The following are general umbrella issues involving communication, technology, social media, and popular culture. Please choose a specific area and then find a specific topic that has meaning and interest for you. If you have an idea for an issue area that is not represented on this list, please contact the instructor. Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Business  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Friendship Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Intimacy  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Family Life  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Education Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Journalism  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Advertising  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Entertainment (Film, TV, Music, Gaming, Radio) Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Criminal Justice  Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & The Digital Divide Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Religion   Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Children Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & African American Culture Social Media, Popular Culture, Technology & Freedom of Speech / Expression Any other suggestions one may have