Using the resources provided in this module, compose a brief assignment (500 to 800 words, approximately 2 to 3 pages) about cybersecurity in the workplace. Below are a few prompts to help you focus your assignment. (Do not try to discuss all of these topics. Choose one or two that interest you.) · Why do companies conduct cybersecurity risk assessments? What do they find out from these assessments? · Why should companies increase cybersecurity awareness among their employees? How can they do this?

Written Assignment 1

Compose a brief document of between 250 and 500 words (approximately 1½ to 2 pages long) explaining one of the following aspects of academic policy at TESU:

·        Course extensions

·        Course withdrawals and refunds

·        Transfer credit policy

·        Policy against discrimination and harassment

Read about the policy or procedure and explain it fully, describing it in your own words rather than merely copying what is in the original document. Be sure you use the rubric to help you complete the assignment successfully.

After completing your explanation of the policy, add 150 to 200 words (one to two paragraphs) indicating how the embedded rubric helped you to focus and improve your assignment.

In your assignment you should:

·        Explain the policy/procedure completely and accurately.

·        Describe the policy in your own words rather than copying the description on the website.

·        Provide at least one example of a situation that might bring a student into contact with the policy.

·        Check to make sure your description is well organized and clearly written, with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

·        Indicate how using the rubric helped you to focus and improve your assignment.

 

Written Assignment 2

Using the resources provided in this module, compose a brief assignment (500 to 800 words, approximately 2 to 3 pages) about cybersecurity in the workplace. Below are a few prompts to help you focus your assignment. (Do not try to discuss all of these topics. Choose one or two that interest you.)

·        Why do companies conduct cybersecurity risk assessments? What do they find out from these assessments?

·        Why should companies increase cybersecurity awareness among their employees? How can they do this?

·        What are the benefits of regularly updating applications (apps), of password control, and of VPNs?

·        What are the benefits to a company and to individual employees of creating a culture of cybersecurity, where employees continue to use best practices outside of the office?

·        What cybersecurity risks occur when employees bring their own devices to work? How can companies mitigate these risks?

·        What are some resources to help people remain aware of cybersecurity threats and best practices?

Your assignment should:

·        Cover the topic completely and accurately. Use what you have learned about critical thinking to provide reasons or evidence for your statements.

·        Credit any sources you used to complete your assignment. You will not be graded in this assignment on the details of citation style, but it is important that you indicate to the best of your ability when you have used information from an outside source.

·        Check to make sure your paper is well organized and clearly written, with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

 

Written Assignment 3

our goal in this assignment is to use the resources available to you as a student to find three articles relating to one of the topics listed below. Using any of the Research Resources available through Moodle (EBSCOhost, ProQuest, New Jersey State Library).

Possible Topics:

·        Artificial Intelligence

·        Bioterrorism

·        Copyright Law; The TEACH Act

·        Cyberbullying

·        Diseases and Disorders such as:

o   Alzheimer’s Disease

o   Bipolar Disorder

o   Depression

o   Epilepsy

o   Lupus

·        Ecotourism

·        Hazing

·        Home Schooling

·        Immunization Debates

·        Learning Disabilities

·        Plagiarism 

1. Select three resources you might use for a paper on this topic.

2. Include specific source information about each of the three resources you chose, indicating: (a) the author of the item; (b) the date of publication; and (c) the book, periodical, or website where the information can be found. You will not be graded on the details of citation style, but your assignment should include all of the above information. (If you are already familiar with proper citation style, feel free to cite your information in that format. Otherwise, just list the items.)

3. Indicate why you chose these sources. Write two or three sentences explaining each choice.

Keep in mind that this assignment involves the initial part of the research process, selection and evaluation of resources, not the actual writing of a paper. Your assignment should consist of:

·        Three appropriate resources from credible sources.

·        Information about the author, date of publication, and source (book, periodical, or website) of each resource.

·        A reason why you chose each source over others.

 

Written Assignment 4

After examining the Purdue University material on annotated bibliographies, create a brief annotated bibliography to support your final paper topic. Your annotated bibliography should contain a minimum of five sources, including at least one of each of the following:

·        A credible website

·        An academic source from one of the databases offered through Thomas Edison State University

·        A source found through Google Scholar

In your annotation for each source, briefly summarize it; describe its usefulness, reliability, and objectivity; and tell how it fits into your paper.

 

Written Assignment 5

Sometime in the course of your education or your career you will probably be asked to lead or participate in a presentation. You’ll find it valuable to know the options available for presenting information to a group in a clear and engaging manner.  

Read the lesson material as well as the articles by TechRadar and also by Spencer referenced in your study materials. (You may also do further research, if desired.) Then compose a brief document of between 500 and 850 words (approximately 2 to 3 pages long). Your document should do all of the following: 

·        Compare at least two of the tools, examining advantages and disadvantages of each type.

·        Speculate about why a particular situation or setting might call for one type of software over another. 

·        Think about classroom, social, or workplace experience you have had as an audience member for a presentation. Critique one aspect (either positive or negative) of the presenter’s use of presentation software.

 

Written Assignment 6

Read the articles by Doyle, Linaker, and Zhang. Then do the following (two parts):

1. Create your own professional online profile, suitable for LinkedIn. Limit your profile to only three of the areas discussed by Zhang: headline, summary, and experience. Follow the advice of Zhang and or other sources for each.

2. In a separate document of up to 300 words, explain the principles you followed in creating your profile and discuss the advantages of social media networking through a professional profile like the one you have created.

Your profile and the separate document should be concise and clearly written, with a tone appropriate for a professional setting. Before submitting, read over your profile to be sure the writing is clear, with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Submit both documents through the Written Assignment 6 link.

 

Written Assignment 7

Lesson 6 provided guidance in methods for remaining current in your field or profession, such as joining professional organizations or networking. Do some additional research, focusing on your field of interest, and create a brief document of between 400 and 600 words (approximately 1-1/2 to 2 pages long) discussing specific ways that you could keep up with developments in your field.

Your assignment should indicate specific professional or trade organizations or publications, examples of networking opportunities, and suggestions for volunteer or interning possibilities. Before submitting your assignment, read over it to be sure that it is organized clearly. Also, be sure to  properly document sources you found in your research and used in your written assignment.

 

 

 

FINAL PROJECT

In a paper of between 1000 and 1800 words (4 to 6 pages), do the following:

• Briefly describe your career field or a field of interest to you.
• Explain what drew you to this field.
• Examine the impact of past, current, and developing technology in your field, providing specific examples.
• Discuss the importance of remaining current in technology and other developments in your field.
• Explore ways to get and remain current in your field as you move toward a degree and as you are working in the field.

Keep in mind that the work you have done in Written Assignment 4 and Written Assignment 7 will be useful for this project.

This project has several guideposts. Please check the Course Calendar for the exact week when each is due.

• Topic Approval: By the date indicated in the Course Calendar, let your mentor know what career field you will be writing about. Ask your mentor if he or she has a preferred citation style. Submit your career field and receive approval through the Final Project: Topic Approval assignment link in the Final Project area.

• Summary of Approach: By the date indicated in the Course Calendar, send to your mentor (through the Final Project: Summary of Approach assignment link in the Final Project area) a paragraph or two that briefly describes the approach you plan to take to the topic of the impact of technology on the field and maintaining currency. Your mentor will respond with helpful feedback.

• Written Assignment 4 (Brief Annotated Bibliography): Written Assignment 4 in Module 4 is a preliminary annotated bibliography for your paper. See the Course Calendar for the due date.
  • Note: You will use this bibliography as the foundation for the unannotated bibliography section of your final paper submission.

• Written Assignment 7: Written Assignment 7 in Module 6 is also related to your final project. The research you do for this assignment will be useful for your final project. See the Course Calendar for the due date.

• Final Paper Submission: By the date indicated in the Course Calendar, submit your final project through the Final Project: Final Paper Submission assignment link in the Final Project area.

Your paper should do the following:

• Be sure to cover all of the topics listed in the first bulleted list that follows GUIDELINES above.
• Be sure to support all of your ideas effectively.
• Organize your paper so that it is clear and the ideas flow naturally.
• Be sure to document your paper consistently and thoroughly in the documentation style preferred by your mentor. 
• Write in a clear, concise way, fully explaining your ideas.
• Be sure that you use proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Include a complete bibliography.
  • Note: Your bibliography should be based off of your Written Assignment 4 (Brief Annotated Bibliography) submission; however, it does not need to be annotated for your final submission.