CIMA 706 Advocacy Paper
Content Requirements and Scoring Details
Section 1 | 20 Points | Topic Area: Advocacy Position | Responded to main question and sub-points
Main Question: What is the identified challenge to overcome?
a. Identified and discussed problem for resolve
b. Provided evidence of the problem
c. Included valid information / Supported position w/research-
evidence/statistics/primary sources
d. Advocacy position clearly stated / identified target-goal
Section 2 | 20 Points | Topic Area: Change Benefit Analysis |Responded to main question and sub-points
Main Question [Topic Area: Change Benefit Analysis]
Why is it important to address the particular challenge identified.
a. Discussed why the change is required at this time.
b. Provides an appropriate solution that addressed the challenge.
c. Discussed threats/opportunities
d. Supported advocacy position(s) and proposed solutions w/research-based evidence
e. Addressed where the change was successfully implemented within the past 5-yr time
period.
f. Discussed/projected success of the initiative.
Section 3 |20 Points | Topic Area: Stakeholders | Responded to main question and subpoints
Main Question Who is impacted by this change?
a. Identified key stakeholders
b. Discussed resistance issues and provided insight into how resistance will be
mitigated
Section 4 | 15 Points | Topic Area: Implementation Plan | Responded to main question and subpoints
Main Question How will the change initiative be implemented?
a. Discussed communication plan
b. Discussed timeline
c. Discussed sustainability plan
d. Discussed cost benefit analysis
Section 5 | 15 Points | Topic Area: Systems Thinking | Responded to main question and subpoints
Main Question How does the initiative link with overall District Plans?
a. Student Improvement Plans
b. Vision
c. Goals
APA Criteria | 10 Points | Citations & Mechanics-Style
a. 1-error = 1-Point
b. [N = < 10] More than 10 Errors = -10 Points and/or no points added to the sum total of
points on Sections 1-5
CIMA 706
Assignment 1: The Advocacy/Argumentative Essay
Advocacy defined:
1)
Advocacy is acting on behalf of others.
1.
Advocacy
means to be prominently and deeply attentive and concerned in a certain situation or topic. Whether it may be a miniscule or a great, cosmic idea, anything can essentially be advocated as long as the advocator holds true
passion and perseverance in attaining more information on that stimulating topic that interests them. Furthermore, advocacy also implies representing that certain cause with
great vigor and confidence to ensure a credible defense in the case if one questioned or argued against it
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1. A good advocate must be
confident in what they are advocating. Not only is this a crucial characteristic of a strong and persuasive advocate but also a key element since it shows that the advocator knows what they are talking about from their trustful knowledge as well as perspective.
2. A good advocate should be
respectful because this will enable the advocator to seem proper and professional so that their whole journey in discovering and exploring ideas on their topic will appear more compelling.
3. A good advocate is
genuine. If the advocator is genuinely
passionate about the idea, cause, or topic that they are advocating for, the authenticity sincerity of their argument will seem more compelling to consequently make the audience become moved and persuaded.
4. A good advocate is
tenacious. With tenacity, an advocator could overcome various unforeseen rebuttals against what they’re advocating and try their best to either prove them wrong, persuade them, or even acknowledge but offer more of your own opinion in an empowering approach.
1.
Purpose of Assignment:
1. The purpose of this assignment is to identify a challenge/issue within your current setting requiring a change and then build a case through an advocacy essay to make the change.
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Sample Advocacy challenge statement:
To convince the local school board that agricultural education is an integral part of core content curriculum through the application of classroom content through hands on, experiential learning. Also, it is essential to the development of 21st century skills for students.
2.
Directions
:
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You will draft an Advocacy Paper/Essay proposing a solution/change that addresses a challenge/need identified within your District/Organization.
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This Advocacy Paper will be sent to the Board of Education or other decision making body for consideration and possible inclusion in the SIP for 2023-2024 on behalf of the School Improvement team.
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Review the
How to Write and Advocacy Essay in the Resource Module for some guidance.
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Follow APA formatting and NSU assignment formatting
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Include a Reference Page that includes
a minimum of 5 references
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Include the following sections:
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Cover Page; Introduction (Setting the stage/ Potential Background of the situation); Body (Advocacy details with supportive research;) Closing Argument; Reference Page
1.
The following components must be incorporated in the proposed advocacy/argument.
a.
You can add more, but at a minimum please address these key points.
b.
Use these as your potential subtopics.
1)
What
is the identified challenge/problem to be overcome?
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What problem are you trying to solve?
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Provide evidence that the problem exists (
See and analyze the problem through various perspectives of others)
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Include valid information from studies whether from statistics, research, or any kind of primary source to support your claim.
2)
Why
is it important to address this challenge and make a change?(
Change Benefit analysis)
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Why is this change required at this time?
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What are the threats and opportunities?
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What is the end goal as the result of this change?
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Supporting research for this implementation
1.
Where has it been successfully implemented within the last 5 years
2.
Projected success rate based on research
3)
Who
is impacted by this change?
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Key Stakeholders?
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What Resistance is encountered and how is it addressed?
4)
How
will this change initiative be implemented?
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Communication plan?
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Timeline?
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Sustainability Plan?
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Cost benefit analysis?
5)
How
does this initiative link with the overall District SIP?
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Impact to student achievement/Alignment with District Vision and Goals
Summary considerations to help your thought process:
2)
Diagnose the problem: Conduct a needs assessment to identify gaps and problems in the system.
For example, if ESL students are struggling with low reading scores, what are the contributing factors?
3)
Develop a vision: Identify ways to address gaps and problems.
For example, establishing an afterschool program to support ESL learners and give more personalized instruction might improve scores.
4)
Create a step-by-step implementation plan: List the steps to achieve this vision.
This may include allocating a budget for the staff and technology needed for such a program, finding the teachers who will work after school, and selecting computer programs to support ESL learning.
5)
Implement the plan: Communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators to get the resources to start implementing the plan.
6)
Review the outcomes: Find ways to measure the success of the SIP and adjust it as needed.
ie..Have the reading scores of ESL students taking part in the afterschool program improved? How can the school motivate those who have not joined the program and are still struggling to participate?
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