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1. prompt
1. Complete the following prompt:
"How has the use of media and communication impacted and changed our society over the last decade? In your opinion, what is the responsibility of media outlets such as television, newspapers, and social media networks in society today?" Please limit your response to 500 words.
The selection committee will evaluate your response based on the following criteria:
Ideas & Content (50%): Does the essay respond to the prompt? Is the essay creative in the response? Does the essay include relevant, detailed elaboration? Does the writer exhibit an understanding of the ethical issues involved in investigative journalism?
Organization (25%): Does the essay have a strong introduction? Is the essay clearly organized, with well-transitioned paragraphs?
Conventions (25%): Does the writer use proper writing conventions (spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar, etc.)?
Once completed, please email the document to Mr. Joe LeGault at jlegault@rcps.us. He will submit it to the selection committee along with your completed application.