updated for F'21 - last updated 10/8/20 ( )

THIS SEMESTER (F'21)  = ONLINE  EXAM VERSION - 2 parts <(Verderber-15/MindTap) >

ABOUT  THE  UPCOMING  MIDTERM  EXAM:   LS

 Additional updates to this page are possible.

Any such updates will be made no later than 10/17/21 & will flagged accordingly. (☼) 

          

ADVANCE QUESTIONS:	You can get started on this item below right away. There will be a slot in the online Blackboard exam on 10/20 for you to submit your completed citations via copy & paste. This item should be completed as described below & submitted within the online Blackboard oart 2 Exam.
	Create 3 hypothetical examples of Citations ["Oral Footnotes"] - see  descriptions & examples on p.237-fig11.8  / MindTap = Figure 11.8 {located within the chapter} Submit as part of the online Exam which will be  posted in Blackboard.   [copy & paste]

                

     

PREPARATION TIPS: :	Review the assigned chapters & slide shows & carefully review your notes taken in class.
	Part 1 {via MindTap} will be accessible over a few days. Part 2 {via Blackboard} will be accessible on 10/20/21 from noon to 2:00pm. Because their posting periods overlap only slightly, you should have no trouble completing both parts.
	Both part 1 & part 2 have multiple steps.  Be sure to take your time, read all directions carefully, and follow the specifications step-by-step.
	You should allow yourself enough time to complete these items and not wait until the end of the posting windows to look at the respective items and to ask for any needed clarification. [ Note: Your Professor will be attending a conference throughout thhis time so access to email/teams will be limited. ]

_       This means that simply memorizing the wording & examples  in the book will not be enough. You will need to demonstrate your ability to synthesize and apply what you have read.   The Online Exam (pt2) will  consist of a variety of question types: including- definitions/  terminology, "Short" Answers (1-2 sentences), and at least 1 brief essay.  Also, there might be some multiple choice questions.  Be prepared to explain, to analyze, to compare+contrast, and to demonstrate the concepts.

AREAS-TO-STUDY:  This exam will focus on the areas/chapters listed here--some of which were also part of your Mindtap quizzes. You are also responsible for the information in related slide shows and/or class activities.   As  of now, the planned emphasis for this test will be on the information & related notes pertaining to:  Chapters  11, 12, 13, 14  & the ability to  demonstrate  Speech Construction Procedures.  Also, you can expect to see some of the very basic terms/general concepts  from Chaps 1,2,3,4,15 & 16 (e.g. context, audience-centeredness, dating and indexing via language, perception checking,  high/low context,  conversational quality, extemporaneous delivery, speaking to inform,)   Also watch your e-mail for possible updates.  SUMMARY & ADDITIONAL DETAILS:  - Because both part 1 & part 2 are being treated as "Take Home Tests" (i.e. outside of the classroom]  you can work on these items somewhat at your own pace.  Nevertheless, you should allow time for re-writes and for referring to the video clips & for possible issues with getting online.   Please note, Blackboard sometimes "times you out" when you are working in it for a long time. One workaround is to SAVE (Not "submit") your work at regular intervals.   be prepared to answer the questions IN YOUR OWN WORDS -- not simply repeating/memorizing the textbook's words.   Nevertheless, be sure your answers are concrete & specific.           Points from MindTap: apprx 45 Points from Blackboard Test: apprx 46 Points from Advance Question [citations] - apprx 9

    

 LAST UPDATED  10/2/20

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►/ score to be added to essay score

 (Refer to table below for specifics)

      I will be at a conference during the Exam posting time so I may have the ability to check in &/or troubleshoot.

  As always, you will be expected to use "your own words" in your answers 

          The Test's Questions will include some mixture of Terminology definitions, Short answer,  Essay types and, possibly, some multiple choice questions as well.  Be prepared to explain, to analyze, to compare+contrast, and to demonstrate the concepts. 

         for the advance questions - BRING THESE COMPLETED, TYPED/PRINTED ANSWERS  TO THE  ADVANCE QUESTIONS  WITH YOU ON EXAM DAY.  THESE QUESTIONS WILL BE WORTH APPROXIMATELY 18-20 POINTS ON THE EXAM; SO DON'T  FORGET TO BRING THEM! 

            You do NOT need to bring a "Blue Book".

             FYI - Although the material to be studied is the same for both sections, different versions of the test will be created-- containing different questions and different emphases.

 *    I.   Chap 3 "QUIZ"  Submit directly through MindTap { available 10/17 @1:00am-through-10/20 @5:00pm

 *   II.   Chap 13: "QUIZ"  Submit directly through MindTap { available 10/17 @1:00am-through-10/20 @5:00pm }

*    III.   "Sneak Peek" -  Review the transcript & video of the narrative Speech "Ice Cream Assassin." (12 minute clip)  currently posted in MindTap in folder entitled: "Videos to view for the Midterm1 items collapsed activate to expand" . At least _2-3__ questions on the Blackboard posted exam will pertain to this videoclip.

*    IV.       "Sneak Peek" Speech Evaluation : Review the transcript & video of the informative Speech "The Role of Sports in Society"  (4 minute clip)-- currently posted in MindTap in folder entitled: "Videos to view for the Midterm1 items collapsed activate to expand" . At least _2-3__ questions on the Blackboard posted exam will pertain to this videoclip.

*  V.  - Create 3 hypothetical examples of Citations ["Oral Footnotes"] - see  descriptions & examples on  p.237-fig11.8 (14ed=p.272)  / MindTap = Figure 11.8 {located within the chapter} Submit as part of Exam to be  posted in  Blackboard