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After you have selected your key topic, use the Internet to search for at least 5 scholarly resources that relate to the topic and have been published within the last 5 years. Academ

Topics come from Operations and Supply Chain Management for MBAs 7th edition (ISBN: 978-1-119-68955-3) 

In at least 900 words plus the associated annotated bibliography in current APA format in a substantive manner.

The Thread

Select a key topic to research and discuss. 

Operations

Customer Value

Strategy and Competitiveness

Productivity

Product Design

Forms

Key topics are the major concepts addressed within each chapter. Concepts that have their own sections consisting of several paragraphs and begin with a bold font heading are appropriate key topics.  

After you have selected your key topic, use the Internet to search for at least 5 scholarly resources that relate to the topic and have been published within the last 5 years. Academic articles and journals must be reputable and obtained from professional websites that address the content of this course. Popular magazines and online sources such as Wikipedia are not permissible.

After reading the articles, select 1 article relating to your key topic that you wish to use in your thread. Your thread must be posted in the text box and in addition to posting the thread in the text box, attach a Word file of your thread.  Adhere to the following format:

1. Key Concept Explanation: Define your key topic by using a source other than the textbook. Give a clear, concise overview of the essential elements relevant to understanding your key topic. In addition, explain why you are interested in this topic (e.g., academic curiosity, application to a current issue related to employment, or any other professional rationale). This section must be at least 100 words.

2. Comparison: In about 200 words compare your research with what you have studied during the module in which the key topic/thread is assigned. Note differences or commonalities about your key topic, providing evidence that you have extended your understanding of this topic beyond the textbook readings. 

3. Article Summary: In your own words, provide a clear and concise summary of the article you selected. This section must be at least 200 words.

4. Biblical Integration: Include at least 3 appropriate biblical references. Explain the relevance of your key topic to God’s law and how it can be applied in a Christian context. This section must be at least 100 words.

5. Application: Specifically state how your key topic has been applied to real-world businesses or describe the potential your key topic has to influence today’s business world. Your application must possess a professional rationale that demonstrates the significance of your key topic. This section must be at least 100 words.

6. Annotated Bibliography: Cite the articles you researched in current APA format. An annotation must accompany each citation. Each annotation will consist of a descriptive and evaluative paragraph that is at least 100 words. The annotations are designed to help your classmates in their understanding of your topic. In addition, provide a persistent link for each article.

Criteria Ratings Points

Thread/Key Topic

50 to >44.0 pts

Advanced

Comply with all assignment requirements. Major points are supported by all of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

44 to >40.0 pts

Proficient

Comply with all assignment requirements. Major points are supported by most of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

40 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Comply with most assignment requirements. Major points are supported by most of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

0 pts

Not Present

50 pts

Replies 20 to >17.0 pts

Advanced

Substantive replies made to at least two classmates. Major points are supported by all of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

17 to >16.0 pts

Proficient

Substantive replies made to at least two classmates. Major points are supported by most of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

16 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Substantive replies made to one to two classmates. Major points are supported by some of the following: Learn Materials; Pertinent Research; and Assignment Requirements.

0 pts

Not Present

20 pts

Thread- Spelling, Grammar, and Word Count

15 to >13.0 pts

Advanced

Proper spelling, grammar and APA are used. Meets the required word count for each section.

13 to >10.0 pts

Proficient

Between 1-2 spelling, grammar and APA are present. Meets the required word count for each section.

10 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Between 3-4 spelling, grammar and APA are present. Contains 50 to 99 percent of the required word count for each section.

0 pts

Not Present

15 pts

Replies- Spelling, Grammar, and Word Count

15 to >13.0 pts

Advanced

Proper spelling, grammar and APA are used. At least 200 words

13 to >10.0 pts

Proficient

Between 1-2 spelling, grammar and APA are present. At least 200 words.

10 to >0.0 pts

Developing

Between 3-4 spelling, grammar and APA are present. Between 100 and 200 words.

0 pts

Not Present

15 pts

Total Points: 100

Discussion Grading Rubric | BUSI650_B04_202330