***Benchmarking ***1500 word DB Post Follow the format Below and the Rubrics closely

Follow the format (Topic is Benchmarking)

Benchmarking

Comparison

Article Summary

Biblical Integration

Application

References (Annotated Bibliography)

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).

2.     Comparison: Compare your research with what you have studied during the module/week 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. This is an opportunity for you to cite the additional articles you originally researched. This section must be at least 200 words.

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: 5 References 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 120 words. The annotations are designed to help your classmates in their understanding of your topic. In addition, provide a persistent link for each article.

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