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Hi, Im doing a collaborative Research paper on Aphasia.  My part is to do the results portion of the paper. The results should be based on the 3 research questions below. 
i.How can technology be used in rehabilitative programs to improve the 
outcome for people with aphasia? 
ii. What are the most effective rehabilitation technological treatments for various 
types and degrees of aphasia? 
iii. What are some technological equipment available for patients with aphasia. 
Please no Ai and if possible use turnitin for clearance.

ASSIGNMENT: For this Touchstone, you will outline a 5–7 minute persuasive speech that you will present on a topic of your choice later in Touchstone 5. The speech can be for any context, but it must be persuasive. Below is a list of example speech occasions and purposes for inspiration, if needed.
Type of Persuasive SpeechPurposeExamples
Of FactPersuade the audience that a certain fact or truth is valid and accurate.Eating a plant-based diet is healthier than a meat-based diet (or vice versa).
Too much screen time will impact sleep quality.
Renewable energy is more beneficial than nonrenewable energy.
Of ValueConvince the audience that something is right or wrong, moral or immoral, or better or worse than another thing.The need for honesty and integrity in professional relationships.
The importance of education on personal and societal growth.
The benefits of forgiveness and letting go of grudges in terms of healing.
Of PolicyAdvocate a change or persuade the audience to support a particular course of action or policy.The benefits or disadvantages of paid parental leave to support working families.
Why you should or shouldn’t drive an electric vehicle.
The benefits or disadvantages of increasing the minimum wage.
To prepare to deliver this persuasive speech on a topic of your choice, you will first create a 3–5 page outline of the main components of your speech.
Download the submission template below, which further breaks down the steps involved in this assignment. You will return the completed template as your Touchstone submission.
Touchstone 4 Template
Touchstone 4 Sample
In order to foster learning and growth, all work you submit must be newly written specifically for this course. Any plagiarized or recycled work will result in a Plagiarism Detected alert. Review Touchstones: Academic Integrity Guidelines for more about plagiarism and the Plagiarism Detected alert. For guidance on the use of generative AI technology, review Ethical Standards and Appropriate Use of AI.
Touchstone Support Videos
Organizing Your Persuasive Speech
Persuading Your AudienceA. Directions
Step 1: Select Persuasive Topic/IssueYour speech should be consistently persuasive in nature. Identify your audience, purpose, and thesis.
Today, there are many different debates being had all around the world about topics that affect our personal, professional, civic, and/or academic lives. Some of these debates have been such hot topics for so long that it has become very difficult to add to the conversation with new and original ideas or stances to take. To move beyond this trend, we have created a list of topics that may not be used for this Touchstone. Feel free to access a tutor if you would like support choosing a topic for this essay.
Please AVOID choosing any of the following topics:
Abortion Rights
Climate Change
Belief in God(s) or Afterlife(s)
Death Penalty / Capital Punishment
Euthanasia / Assisted Suicide
Fad Diets (e.g., Keto, etc.)
Funding/Defunding Law Enforcement
Gender Affirming Care
Immigration
Legal Alcohol/Tobacco Age
Legalization of Marijuana
Legalization of Sex Work
Paying Student Athletes
Second Amendment Rights (i.e., Gun Control)
Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health
Universal Healthcare
Vaccines
Choosing to write about any of the above topics will result in a non-passing score.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
Informative and Persuasive Speeches
Choosing and Developing a Good Topic
Definition and Goals of Persuasive Speeches
The Psychology and Ethics of Persuasion
Types of Persuasive Speeches
Sample Persuasive Speech
Step 2: Plan SpeechPlan your speech, considering what your introduction, main points, and conclusion will include. Gather information and evidence to support your main points and thesis. Determine what persuasive strategies you will use (ethos, pathos, and/or logos).
Type of AppealPurposeExample
EthosTo appeal to an audience by establishing one’s credibility or authority on a topicShare professional qualifications, research, or publications relating to your topic to create confidence in you as a speaker.
PathosTo appeal to an audience by influencing their emotionsCreate empathy by sharing stories, showing pictures, or using analogies to illustrate a need or an impact.
LogosTo appeal to an audience using logic, reasoning, or evidence that supports a claimProvide data, statistics, charts, and tables to support your point.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
Gathering Information
Sources of Information: The Library
Sources of Information: The Internet
Evaluating Sources
Components of a Speech
Using Appeals in Persuasive Speeches: Pathos
Using Appeals in Persuasive Speeches: Ethos
Using Appeals in Persuasive Speeches: Logos
Step 3: Outline SpeechUsing the Touchstone 4 Template, outline your speech, which should include an introduction, body (main points), conclusion, and transitions. Your outline should be 3–5 pages, excluding the reference page.
3a. Develop General Premise
Constructing a presentation will require that you begin by developing your goal and translating it into a general premise you will state to your audience.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
Components of a Speech
Choosing the Main Points
The Preparation Outline
The Speaking and Rough Draft Outlines
3b. Generate Main Points and Organize Strategically
After you have established a premise, you will be able to generate main points to support this claim. Be sure to coherently organize these main points so that the audience can easily follow your flow of ideas. For this touchstone, you should create three to four main points to ensure clarity and timeliness when you deliver your speech in Touchstone 5. Keep main points separate (transitions separate ideas) and balance the time spent on each point.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
Choosing the Main Points
Highlighting the Main Points
Ordering the Main Points
3c. Create an Introduction and Conclusion
After you have developed your main points, you will need to complete the introduction and conclusion. Create the introduction first—the conclusion really reiterates much of what was said in the introduction. The introduction opens the speech and is responsible for getting the audience’s attention, relating the topic to the audience, establishing the speaker’s credibility, and previewing the main points of the presentation. The conclusion should summarize the main points, repeat your thesis, and end with something memorable.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
The Role of the Introduction
Establishing Credibility: Topic, Thesis, and Main Points
Introducing the Topic, Thesis, and Main Points
The Role of the Conclusion
3d. Fill In Transitions
Prior to delivering your presentation, your final step will be to develop transitions that lead your audience between parts of the presentation and between distinct main ideas. Take the final step of filling in transitions seriously. Transitions play an important role in the success of your speech.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
The Role and Use of Transitions
3e. Incorporate Visual Aids
Think of an effective way to incorporate at least one visual aid that will be relevant to your purpose and message and will enhance your speech, whether that is in the introduction, the body, the conclusion, or even in a transition.
Refer to the following lessons for support:
Highlighting the Main Points
3f. Cite Sources
Be sure to include a reference list of sources you have used to prepare your speech. List these sources using APA style on the reference page in the template.
Step 4: Review RubricReview the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated.
Step 5: Review Checklist and RequirementsReview the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
Step 6: SubmitSubmit your completed Touchstone 4 Template using the blue button at the top of this page.
Refer to the checklist below throughout the recording process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines.
❒ I have selected a speech purpose that is persuasive.
❒ I have completed all aspects of the template, including the introduction, body (main points), conclusion, and transitions.
❒ I incorporated at least one visual aid in my speech outline.
❒ The introduction includes the thesis.
❒ The body includes my main points and support.
❒ I have selected sources that are credible and support that is relevant.
❒ I have included an APA-style reference page below my outline.
❒ I have used language that is appropriate to my audience.
❒ The conclusion summarizes my main points and repeats the thesis.
❒ I have answered each question using complete sentences.
❒ My outline demonstrates thoughtful consideration of each component of my speech.
❒ I have adhered to the 3–5 page length (excluding the reference page) and formatting requirements.
❒ I have read through the rubric and I understand how my Touchstone will be evaluated.B. Rubric
Advanced (100%)Proficient (85%)Acceptable (75%)Needs Improvement (50%)Nonperformance (0%)
Introduction (20 points)
Effectively define and align purpose, audience, and thesis.The introduction clearly and effectively defines the purpose and thesis of the speech, establishing a strong connection with the audience from the beginning.The introduction clearly defines the purpose and thesis of the speech, providing a clear indication of the speaker’s intentions.The introduction provides a basic definition of the purpose and thesis of the speech, though it may lack some clarity.The introduction may lack a clear definition of the purpose of the speech, leaving the audience unsure of the speaker’s intentions.The introduction does not effectively define the purpose of the speech, leaving the audience unaware of the speaker’s intentions.
Body/Main Points (30 points)
Create three to four main points to ensure clarity and timeliness.
The body of the speech consists of three to four highly relevant and well-developed main points, supported by strong evidence, and that provide exceptional clarity. Main points are delivered timely within the speech.The body of the speech comprises at least three relevant and adequately developed main points, supported by evidence, and that provide clarity and timeliness to the topic.The body of the speech includes at least two main points that are generally relevant and developed to a satisfactory extent, supported by some evidence, providing some clarity and timeliness to the topic.The body of the speech includes less than two main points that may lack relevance, with minimal or no evidence, clarity, or sufficient development, resulting in some confusion or lack of timeliness.The body of the speech does not effectively create three to four main points, leading to a lack of clarity and timeliness. Learner does not include evidence to support their main points.
Conclusion (20 points)
Summarize main points, repeat the thesis, and end with a strong closing statement.
The conclusion effectively summarizes the main points discussed in the body of the speech, highlighting the key arguments or reasons supporting the thesis.The conclusion adequately summarizes the main points presented in the body of the speech, providing a concise recap of the key arguments or reasons supporting the thesis.The conclusion briefly summarizes the main points covered in the body of the speech, touching upon the key arguments or reasons supporting the thesis.The conclusion provides a limited or incomplete summary of the main points discussed in the body of the speech, lacking clarity or coherence. .The conclusion does not effectively summarize the main points presented in the body of the speech, leaving the audience without a clear understanding of the key arguments or reasons supporting the thesis.
Transitions (10 points)
Develop transitions that lead audience between parts of the presentation and between distinct main idea.
The transitions between different parts of the presentation and distinct main ideas are exceptionally smooth, logical, and effectively guide the audience throughout the speech.The transitions between different parts of the presentation and distinct main ideas are mostly clear and logical, guiding the audience through the speech effectively.The transitions between different parts of the presentation and distinct main ideas are generally evident, but may occasionally lack clarity or smoothness.The transitions between different parts of the presentation and distinct main ideas are somewhat unclear, leading to occasional confusion for the audience.The transitions between different parts of the presentation and distinct main ideas are absent or ineffective, resulting in confusion or disconnection for the audience.
Visual Aids (10 points)
Include at least one visual aid that is relevant to enhance speech’s purpose and message.
The visual aid(s) included in the speech are highly relevant, effectively enhancing the purpose and message of the speech.The visual aid(s) included in the speech are relevant and contribute to enhancing the purpose and message of the speech.The visual aid(s) included in the speech are generally relevant, aiming to enhance the purpose and message of the speech.The visual aid(s) included in the speech may lack relevance or fail to significantly enhance the purpose and message of the speech.No visual aid is included in the speech, or the visual aid(s) included are irrelevant and do not contribute to enhancing the purpose and message of the speech.
Conventions (10 points)
Submission follows conventions for standard written English and meets requirements.
There are almost no errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; all length and formatting requirements are met.There are minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that do not impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are frequent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that somewhat impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are consistent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that significantly impede readability; length and formatting requirements are not met.Submission does not meet the minimum threshold for points to be awarded.
C. Requirements
Composition must be 3–5 pages, excluding the reference page.
Use a readable 11- or 12-point font.
Composition must be original and written for this assignment and all writing must be appropriate for an academic context.
Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited.
Submission must include your name and the date.
Include all of the assignment components in a single .doc or .docx file.

Can you skip the introduction part since I would like to cover that. A research paper talking about how the people in dune are able to survive with their living conidtions. Acknowleding the sandworms and the air quality etc. There does need to be some in text citations. no personal pronouns. Transition words can help. The entire paper is double spaced and in TImes New Roman 12 font.

Week 3 Discussion:
In the world of work, you will be expected to write memos to co-worker and employees for various reasons. Discuss, in great detail, the importance of memos and its function in the world of work. Include its purpose and structure as well.
YOUR REPLIES MUST BE SUBSTANTIAL, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, INSIGHTFUL.
*** Post initial response (at least 150 words) and respond to at least two classmates 

Using one of the following prompts, write an exemplification essay:
1. Choose a movie or TV show. What lessons can be learned from watching?
2. What impact does the Amazon have on many small businesses?
3. Do spices need to be put into baby’s food?
This is an exemplification essay which means it needs LOTS of EXAMPLES in each body paragraph.
On the first page of the essay, include an outline ( file attached)
Write the thesis statement that will be at the end of the introductory paragraph.
On the second page, begin your draft. It must be typed using the basic MLA page formatting guidelines.
Remember that your essay needs to have an introductory paragraph. Consider talking about the history, etymology, or current event correlation regarding your topic. The introductory paragraph also needs to have a three-part thesis statement. The three-part thesis statement should be the last sentence of your introductory paragraph. Follow the key features of a thesis statement when creating yours. Be sure that the body paragraphs have topic sentences and enough examples within each body paragraph for support. Finally, your essay needs a concluding paragraph restating your thesis and the main facts from each paragraph. You need to have at least two in-text citations and a works cited page. Attached is the otline

Think about an idea from that lecture that had meaning or relevance to you. Describe specifically that idea and why was it relevant to you. Did it clarify something in another class? Did provide a new context for an idea you have for something else? Was there some other reason you found it relevant to you? Please do not use these questions as an outline, nor use them as headings in your document. This is not a recommended structure, merely a list of things you want to consider.
Or, think about an idea that made no sense to you. Describe specifically that idea. What about it confused you? Does it go against something other lecturers have told you? What specifically and why? Do you think the idea is not relevant to you and your eventual work? What else could have confused you? Please do not use these questions as an outline, nor use them as headings in your document. This is not a recommended structure, merely a list of things you want to consider.
In either case, write 500 words about the idea, using either case above. Remember the writing guidelines in your writing.

Post a response to the following:
Think back to when you first chose your focus area for the Environmental Scan. What trends did you think you would find?
What trends did you find? Was that surprising to you and why?
What reasons do you think the trends you expected were or were not those that you found?
How do you think this experience will help you the next time you are called on to be part of a needs assessment?
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Commentary assignment. APA 7th editidion style . please read the attached file, It gives all information needed to know for this essay.

The Case study needs some revision. The MP3 file is feedback from the professer indicating what I need to fix in my case study and a sample case study. Notes are also included in the word document. Below are the instructions for the case study: 
Step 1: Submission (earn up to 100% of the possible points for the assignment)
Your submission should include all of the following components:
Content
Describe a “real life” instance of your selected social issue in a professional or a personal setting.
Discuss your perspective on your selected social issue, including the reasons for your viewpoint.
Discuss how your core values inform or influence your perspective on your selected social issue.
Demonstrate that you are really thinking about your issue—don’t settle for easy answers, don’t pretend that conflicting evidence doesn’t exist, and don’t feel that you have to take an either-or position.
Discuss the complexities of your selected social issue. For example, do not just conclude that using academic language is always good, or that government surveillance is always bad, or that wealth automatically leads to health. Think about the intricacies of these issues and how they play out in everyday life.
Organization
Include an introductory paragraph, where you clearly outline a “real-life” instance of your social issue and you give a thesis statement that indicates your perspective (see Part 2: Writing Your Introduction for an example).
Include 3-5 body paragraphs where you include details, examples, and quotes from at least three of the course readings and two additional readings to help you develop and support your key points (see Part 3: Writing Your Body Paragraphs for an example). 
Include one body paragraph where you discuss how your core values inform or influence your perspective on your selected social issue (see Part 3: Writing Your Body Paragraphs for an example).
End your essay with a concluding paragraph where you restate your thesis, summarize your key points, and leave the reader with the “so what?” ( see Part 4: Writing Your Conclusion for an example).
Which areas of feedback did you choose to address in your revised version and why?
How did you address this feedback in your revised version? 
Which areas of feedback did you choose not to address in your revised version and why?
What writing challenges discussed in the Grammar Lab typically give you trouble? Did you find any in your draft that you have corrected?  

Purpose
The purpose of creating a play area activity plan is for students to demonstrate skills in planning developmentally appropriate activities that foster social, cognitive, physical, emotional, language, and creative development. Students will also demonstrate their ability to identify ways in which the environment functions as an essential component of the curriculum.
Instructions
Students will come up with a learning goal they would like children to reach. What “big idea” do you want the children to explore? Think about the materials, props, and space that will be needed to best facilitate children’s exploration to help them reach the learning goal. Use the activity questionnaire sheet to help you brainstorm ideas. Plan a play activity for one of the following play areas: Dramatic Play, Block Center, Art Center, Science/Sensory Center, Math Center, Library Center, Writing Center.
Please use the following template for your activity plan. The Play Area Activity Plan will include the following:The learning area in which the activity will take place
Age range of the children
Subject to be learned
At least three learning objectives, including an explanation of how these objectives will be met
At least three developmental objectives, including an explanation of how these objectives will be met
List of material required
Explanation of of how the play activity will be prepared and set up
Explanation of how the activity will be introduced
Explanation of how the children will use the materials to meet the learning objectives and developmental objectives
Explanation of how children will be evaluated in meeting the objectives
The activity must be developmentally appropriate and support children’s developmental needs: physical, social, emotional, linguistic, & cognitive.