FORMATTING CHANGES

A slight change in the instructions clarified the expected format for these talk summaries. Previously it did not specify and the following instructions led me to believe that a good 'write-up' would consist of a one page report not a point by point outline. I like the new instructions. They are much easier to complete.

Previous: You should write about one page per talk/write-up. Be sure to create a write-up for each talk that you were asked to read. If this week has 2 Apostle readings, then combine all your write-ups into one Word document. Submit your document below. This is worth 12 points, so take time to make your document great. Your instructor will be looking for exceptional quality and application. Don't expect to get full credit otherwise.

New Instructor Notes: As I have been grading the write ups for the conference talks, I think I can help some of you feel less stressed about this portion of the your grade. I am including a good example of how this should look.  Again, keep in mind that you can get a good grade on assignments by doing what it asks, you don't need to do more than that.  So here is a good example.  There were many that used a similar format.  From a grading aspect, it is very easy to grade because it is done in sections like indicated in the instructions.  Thanks!

Talk Name

General Conference April 2013

Specific Session

Key Doctrines and Principles:

Short statement or question identifying main points

Favorite Quotes:

“Insert several quotes”

Why it matters to you:

This message has great importance to me because ...

This happens through [hard work, sacrifice, and a commitment to be obedient to the commandments of the Lord.]  Speaker states that “perhaps a quote.” We can apply the talk by ...  

As we follow the apostle / prophet’s counsel, we can expect . . .