Once you have pinned down your non-academic item, write a short paper (with an overall introduction, an overall conclusion, and a developed body that flows well – generally at least a few paragraphs – at least 250 words, not including the question text itself), using your own words. Include all of these seven points in your paper:
- An APA/MLA/Chicago/etc. reference for the item – basically, let your pretend manager know how to find it if they want to read/watch it.
- TL;DR
- Why you chose this item.
- A brief summary of the main points that the author made in the item.
- An analysis of the item. Points to address (all 7 of them):
- Did the author have a clear purpose for the item? What makes you believe so?
- Was this purpose accomplished? How?
- Did the author present compelling evidence to support main points?
- Does the item have gaps? What sort?
- Did the author present the information in a way that readers would find appealing? In what way?
- Is the world a better place for this item being written/given? How?
- How does this item relate to the real world, either business-wise, or personally? If it doesn’t, state why.