Research Area. Importance of physical security as it relates to facial recognition at workplace.
Research Question: How can facial recognition enhance physical security at workplace.
Executive Program Practical Connection Assignment
Component Proficient (15 to 20 points) Competent (8 to 14 points) Novice (1 to 7 points) Score
Assignment
Requirements
Student completed all required
portions of the assignment
Completed portions of the
assignment
Did not complete the required
assignment.
Writing Skills,
Grammar, and APA
Formatting
Assignment strongly demonstrates
graduate-level proficiency in
organization, grammar, and style.
Assignment is well written, and ideas
are well developed and explained.
Demonstrates strong writing skills.
Student paid close attention to spelling
and punctuation. Sentences and
paragraphs are grammatically correct.
Proper use of APA formatting. Properly
and explicitly cited outside resources.
Reference list matches citations.
Assignment demonstrates graduate-
level proficiency in organization,
grammar, and style.
Assignment is effectively
communicated, but some sections
lacking clarity. Student paid some
attention to spelling and
punctuation, but there are errors
within the writing. Needs attention
to proper writing skills.
Use of APA formatting and citations
of outside resources, but has a few
instances in which proper citations
are missing.
Assignment does not demonstrate
graduate-level proficiency in
organization, grammar, and style.
Assignment is poorly written and
confusing. Ideas are not
communicated effectively. Student
paid no attention to spelling and
punctuation. Demonstrates poor
writing skills.
The assignment lacks the use of APA
formatting and does not provide
proper citations or includes no
citations.
Maintains
purpose/focus
Submission is well organized and has a
tight and cohesive focus that is
integrated throughout the document
Submissions has an organizational
structure and the focus is clear
throughout.
Submission lacks focus or contains
major drifts in focus
Understanding of
Course Content
Student demonstrates understand of
course content and knowledge.
Student demonstrates some
understanding of course content
and knowledge.
Student does not demonstrate
understanding of course content and
knowledge.
Work Environment
Application
Student strongly demonstrates the
practical application, or ability to apply,
of course objectives within a work
environment.
Student demonstrates some
practical application, or ability to
apply, of course objectives within a
work environment.
Student does not demonstrate the
practical application, or ability to
apply, of course objectives within a
work environment.
The Assignment
➢ Research topic:
o Introduced and described to establish ...
Assignment Keys
Black: The requirements of that section in the assignment
Red: The indication of the example header
Blue: All blues are examples of the requirements for that section of the assignment
Introduction of assignment
This assignment is a group research project. Students who do not participate will get a zero
(0) score. Each group will create a topic for research. The topic chosen must be related to
‘Emerging Threats to National Infrastructures.’
How to create your research topic
➢ Think of an idea
➢ Log into the school library and go to ProQuest or any other academic site
➢ Type the idea as a topic in the search area
➢ Find a research study (dissertation 1-5 years old)
➢ Read the abstract of the article to see if it coincides with your topic idea
➢ Go to chapter five (Findings and Recommendations)
➢ Carefully examine the findings and recommendations
➢ Create your topic from what the author suggested more research needed
The research project should be at least ten pages in length. Each section of the research project
has specific requirements. In this assignment, a paragraph is 4-6 sentences directed towards a
particular subtopic. Using the APA 6th Edition format, each group should provide the following
information about their research project. The group will then conduct a mock semi-research
project by doing the following:
NB: For various reason, some of the sections as it relates to an academic research project
were removed.
The assignment
➢ Research topic:
o Introduced and described to establish the main ideas and context of the proposed
research topic (Two paragraphs with at least three different citations)
Example:
The research topic is introduced and described to establish the main ideas and context of
the proposed study
➢ Provide an overview of the research project
o (Provide credible information from authors or practitioners who have conducted
research in this discipline and have recommended more research is needed) (At
least five paragraphs at least 12 different in-text citations)
Example:
Over the past two decades, the [environment of your problem] has changed. While
………have improved,………….. aspects have not achieved the same level of expectations
(reference, 2013). Toward this end, research investigations have indicated [a shortage or gap in
the knowledge that is needed – what is this] (reference, 2013; reference, 2009). This lack of
……….. is creating……………., which must be improved to ……………. Therefore,
………….. research is needed to ………………(reference, 2013). Explain why is the topic of
current interest….Why is the research area of importance to practical concerns
➢ Provide the research methodology will be used
o Qualitative or Quantitative and why?
o (At least two paragraphs at least four different citations)
➢ Provide a problem statement for the research project
o (At least two paragraphs at least six different citations.
QualitativeQuantitative Dissertation Checklist· The purpose of janekahananbw
Qualitative/Quantitative Dissertation Checklist
· The purpose of the Dissertation checklist is twofold:
· Students: The checklist consists of components from the rubric and provides “tips” under each of the required rubric components. It is important for students to have consistency and clarity as they compose their dissertation for the chair/committee to read.
· Reviewers: The second focus is to provide the committee with a document which includes the same expectations so the number of times a dissertation is returned is minimized. As reviewers conduct a review of a dissertation/proposal they can use the checklist to help students recognize missing components and areas for improvement.
· The following provides guidance for writing and reviewing qualitative and quantitative studies. The areas relative to a specific methods (qualitative or quantitative) are noted in the highlighted areas where applicable as follows:
Qualitative
Quantitative
Qualitative/Quantitative Comments
· All items may not be relevant to your particular study; please consult with your chair for guidance.
· The checklist items may not necessarily be in the order that works best for your dissertation. Please consult with your committee and the dissertation guide; however, the checklist should work well in the absence of other considerations.
· Instructions for Students:
· Indicate on the checklist the page number (use the actual document page number, not the MS Word pagination) where the required information is located.
· Respond to comments from the chair, committee member and/or URR in the comment history box. Do not delete previous comments(just add your response and use some means to clearly identify your remarks (use different font/bold/italics/color; not highlights as those become very difficult to read comments through)
· Note: If your chair requires you to develop a change matrix, make sure you capture the chair and/or member’s comments, the specific actions you have taken to address the comments and the page number where your chair can find the changes that you have made in your document. (Note: specific actions are the actual changes in the document and not generalized comments such as corrected, deleted or changed).
· Instructions for the Chair/Committee Member and/or URR
· Provide specific feedback in the comment history column. Do not delete previous comments - add your response and use some means to clearly identify your remarks (different font/bold/italics/color).
· If you made detailed comments on the draft (using track changes and comments), you can make reference to the draft rather than restate everything in the checklist comment history section. A way to show repetition of errors would be to attach the original review along with the current review in TaskStream or email.
Date: (click here and type today’s date ()
Student’s Name:
Student ID (for office use only) --
School: (click here and pull down to select school name ( ...
Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers Level.docxSANSKAR20
Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers
Levels of Achievement
Criteria
Outstanding Performance
Excellent Performance
Competent Performance
Proficient Performance
Room for Improvement
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED -
1. The extent to which work meets the assigned criteria and work reflects graduate level critical and analytic thinking (0-30 Points)
30 to 30 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics
25 to 29 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics
20 to 24 points
Assignment meets expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 50% containing good breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics.
16 to 19 points
Assignment meets most of the expectations. One required topic is either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
0 to 15 points
Assignment superficially meets some of the expectations. Two or more required topics are either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED: Purpose of the paper is clear (0-5 Points)
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
4 to 4 points
Purpose of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.
1 to 3 points
Purpose of the assignment is vague.
0 to 0 points
No purpose statement was provided.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS
The extent to which the work reflects the student’s ability to-
1. Understand and interpret the assignment’s key concepts (0-10 Points)
10 to 10 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
9 to 9 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
8 to 8 points
Demonstrates a clear understanding of key concepts.
5 to 7 points
Shows some degree of understanding of key concepts.
0 to 4 points
Shows a lack of understanding of key concepts, deviates from topics.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS 2. Apply and integrate material in course resources (i.e. video, required readings, and textbook) and credible outside resources (0-20 Points)
20 to 20 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3-4 course resources to support point of view.
15 to 19 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3-4 course resources to support point of view.
10 to 14 points
Integrates specific information from 1 credible outside resource and 3 to 4 course resources to support major points and point of view.
3 to 9 points
Minimally includes and integrates specific ...
Please pay attention to all the details. The instructor told me th.docxstilliegeorgiana
Please pay attention to all the details. The instructor told me the conclusion must include all the topics learned in this class sin ce week 2. I added all the necessary info you need to complete the conclusion for my final paper.
Concusion Section
7 - Conclusion: In this section, the student will identify a summary of their EBP project as well as consider the potential contribution to their specialty track (FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER) practice setting. The required content includes: MUST BE A COMPREHENSIVE CONCLUSION FROM WEEK 2 THROUGH WEEK 7
· Provide a comprehensive summary of key points from this EBP proposal project (PART A)
WEEK 2 – To develop an EBP PICOT/PICo question as well as a research question, numerous sources can trigger the spirit of inquiry, or to put it simply, the "I wonder . . . ?" The sources include, but are not limited to, the following.
· Identification of a concern in a practice area (i.e., "I wonder how I can prevent . . . ")
· Inconsistencies found in professional literature (i.e., Article A says I should do X, but Article B says that the preferred action is Y. I wonder which one is correct for my practice area.")
· Problems occurring with the practice area (i.e., "This has been a problem in the unit as long as I can remember; I wonder how I can improve the . . . ")
· Reviewing nursing theory (i.e., "I read that knowledge helps with self-care; I wonder whether it would help to foster patient compliance with . . . )
Although the source of the EBPPICOT/PICo or research study question can vary based upon your practice area and its related events, the role of nursing theory is where this week begins.
WEEK 3 – Discussions - Elements of Quantitative Research: Design and Sampling
This discussion will explore the quantitative approach sampling and design by analyzing a single study quantitative research article related to your specialty track. WEEK 4 - Developing New Evidence: Qualitative Research Studies Overview of the Qualitative Research Approach
Qualitative research studies phenomena in their natural settings. By using the natural settings, this design interprets phenomena in terms of the meanings that people bring to them. Qualitative research aims to get a better understanding through firsthand experience because subjects share thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Qualitative research involves the collection of a variety of empirical materials. These materials include, but are not limited to, case study, personal experience, life story, interviews, observations, historical perspectives, interactional, and visual texts. All of this information becomes data that describe routine as well as problematic moments with the meanings these moments have in individuals' lives.
Often, the qualitative approach is used as the initial research study in an area of interest because it will help to explore and define the phenomena. By gaining an understanding of underlying reasons, opinions, and motivations, it provid ...
TOPIC Write an original research report consisting of one of the .docxturveycharlyn
TOPIC: Write an original research report consisting of one of the following topic areas:
2) Network Organizations, 3) Spin-out Organizations, 4) Ambidextrous Organizations, 5) Front-Back Organizations, 6) Sense and Response Organizations.
.
4. Each student submission will be checked for plagiarism. Warning... Turnitin has a very good and historical memory and is capable of accessing reports from both internal and external resources (i.e. Universities, Governments, etc.) including those originally written in non-English languages.
5. Only one submission attempt is permitted – BE SURE BEFORE YOU HIT ENTER. Plagiarism will result in a grade of zero (non-negotiable) for the assignment and may results in other university actions. The department chairperson will be notified of the violation.
6. Acceptable file formats for submissions include Microsoft Word (doc, docx) or Adobe Acrobat (PDF). Other formats are not acceptable.
7. The research paper must be at least 2,500 words supported by evidence (citations from peer-reviewed sources).
8. A minimum of four (4) peer-reviewed journal citations are required.
9. Formatting should be double-spaced, one-inch boarders, no extra space for headings, no extra white space, no more than two levels of heading, page numbers, front and back matter).
10.Extra white space use to enhance page count will negatively affect student grade.
11.Focus for the research paper:
a. Describe, compare / contrast, and evaluate two (2) database implementations in your field of interest. You may also want to consider referencing journal case studies.
b. The first implementation should be a database that was essentially successful
c. The second implementation should be a database that had significant "challenges"
d. The databases may either be ones with which you are personally familiar or ones that are reported in the literature
e. Be sure to go well beyond just personal opinion in your analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Student submissions must be anchor in peer reviewed literature.
12.As a graduate student, you are expected to be proficient in the use of the English language. Errors in grammar, spelling, or syntax will affect student grade. As your professor, I will not provide remedial help for writing problems. If you are unable to write clearly and correctly, I urge you to contact the program office for sources of remedial help.
Some students have asked for a sample or recommended outline. While I cannot provide samples of previous work, I have provided a general outline that you may refer to. The outline below may only be used as a very general guide and is “NOT” a subject that can be selected. Also, keep in mind the research paper needs to be scholarly and derived from peer-reviewed literature. Citations are required.
The following outline (unrelated to the subject matter of the research report) may help in your understanding of the research report via analysis & synthesis ...
To prepare for writing the research proposal, identify a topic of milissaccm
To prepare for writing the research proposal, identify a topic of personal and professional interest that is relevant to the early childhood field. Conduct an initial review of the literature and narrow your topic by discussing it with Faculty, colleagues, or fellow students.
Topic of choice - What is teacher perspectives on the effectiveness of RTI in preschool settings
Part 1- research proposal
The 10- to 15-page research proposal must include all of the following components, in order:
Title Page (1 page)
Abstract (1 page)
150- to 200-word summary of the proposal
Introduction (2–3 pages)
The introduction provides the reader with an overview of the literature related to the topic and justifies the need for the research study. The introduction is typically written after completing the literature review.
Your introduction should include:
Your research question and an explanation of the problem your question is designed to explore
A rationale for importance of this topic, including an explanation of the gap in the research literature that your topic will explore
Literature Review (3–6 pages)
discuss RTI strategies implications, effects, research etc.
The main purpose of a literature review is to synthesize current research related to your topic. In addition, the literature review is where you consider the implications of research that has already been published on your research question. Must also include the different RTI techniques
The literature review should include an:
Analysis of the context in which the problem is situated and current thinking about solutions, including the theoretical perspectives presented in the literature and a discussion of the research findings
Explanation of the implications of the research to your research question
Note: Your literature review must include a minimum of five highly relevant , up-to-date and credible resources.
Methodology and Data Collection (2–3pages).
Name the research design you will use (i.e., quantitative design, qualitative design, or mixed method design), and the reasons for your choice. If your study is quantitative or mixed methods, define the independent and dependent variables.Add examples base on US were you will use U.S based school data
Describe the study participant(s) and your sampling process. Discuss any sampling issues/challenges you might encounter.
Describe the data collection method(s) you will use—and what influenced your choice.
Describe any major ethical issue(s) you perceive for your study— and ways you will address ethics.
Describe the benefits, limitations, and challenges you perceive in your study.
References (1-2 pages)
Appendices pages
Part 2- sharing and reflection
The video presentation / PowerPoint must be 7 minutes and include an:
Introduction that explains your research question, how you arrived at the research question, and the methodology
Explanation of how this research can contribute to positive social change in the early childhood field
...
Assignment Keys
Black: The requirements of that section in the assignment
Red: The indication of the example header
Blue: All blues are examples of the requirements for that section of the assignment
Introduction of assignment
This assignment is a group research project. Students who do not participate will get a zero
(0) score. Each group will create a topic for research. The topic chosen must be related to
‘Emerging Threats to National Infrastructures.’
How to create your research topic
➢ Think of an idea
➢ Log into the school library and go to ProQuest or any other academic site
➢ Type the idea as a topic in the search area
➢ Find a research study (dissertation 1-5 years old)
➢ Read the abstract of the article to see if it coincides with your topic idea
➢ Go to chapter five (Findings and Recommendations)
➢ Carefully examine the findings and recommendations
➢ Create your topic from what the author suggested more research needed
The research project should be at least ten pages in length. Each section of the research project
has specific requirements. In this assignment, a paragraph is 4-6 sentences directed towards a
particular subtopic. Using the APA 6th Edition format, each group should provide the following
information about their research project. The group will then conduct a mock semi-research
project by doing the following:
NB: For various reason, some of the sections as it relates to an academic research project
were removed.
The assignment
➢ Research topic:
o Introduced and described to establish the main ideas and context of the proposed
research topic (Two paragraphs with at least three different citations)
Example:
The research topic is introduced and described to establish the main ideas and context of
the proposed study
➢ Provide an overview of the research project
o (Provide credible information from authors or practitioners who have conducted
research in this discipline and have recommended more research is needed) (At
least five paragraphs at least 12 different in-text citations)
Example:
Over the past two decades, the [environment of your problem] has changed. While
………have improved,………….. aspects have not achieved the same level of expectations
(reference, 2013). Toward this end, research investigations have indicated [a shortage or gap in
the knowledge that is needed – what is this] (reference, 2013; reference, 2009). This lack of
……….. is creating……………., which must be improved to ……………. Therefore,
………….. research is needed to ………………(reference, 2013). Explain why is the topic of
current interest….Why is the research area of importance to practical concerns
➢ Provide the research methodology will be used
o Qualitative or Quantitative and why?
o (At least two paragraphs at least four different citations)
➢ Provide a problem statement for the research project
o (At least two paragraphs at least six different citations.
QualitativeQuantitative Dissertation Checklist· The purpose of janekahananbw
Qualitative/Quantitative Dissertation Checklist
· The purpose of the Dissertation checklist is twofold:
· Students: The checklist consists of components from the rubric and provides “tips” under each of the required rubric components. It is important for students to have consistency and clarity as they compose their dissertation for the chair/committee to read.
· Reviewers: The second focus is to provide the committee with a document which includes the same expectations so the number of times a dissertation is returned is minimized. As reviewers conduct a review of a dissertation/proposal they can use the checklist to help students recognize missing components and areas for improvement.
· The following provides guidance for writing and reviewing qualitative and quantitative studies. The areas relative to a specific methods (qualitative or quantitative) are noted in the highlighted areas where applicable as follows:
Qualitative
Quantitative
Qualitative/Quantitative Comments
· All items may not be relevant to your particular study; please consult with your chair for guidance.
· The checklist items may not necessarily be in the order that works best for your dissertation. Please consult with your committee and the dissertation guide; however, the checklist should work well in the absence of other considerations.
· Instructions for Students:
· Indicate on the checklist the page number (use the actual document page number, not the MS Word pagination) where the required information is located.
· Respond to comments from the chair, committee member and/or URR in the comment history box. Do not delete previous comments(just add your response and use some means to clearly identify your remarks (use different font/bold/italics/color; not highlights as those become very difficult to read comments through)
· Note: If your chair requires you to develop a change matrix, make sure you capture the chair and/or member’s comments, the specific actions you have taken to address the comments and the page number where your chair can find the changes that you have made in your document. (Note: specific actions are the actual changes in the document and not generalized comments such as corrected, deleted or changed).
· Instructions for the Chair/Committee Member and/or URR
· Provide specific feedback in the comment history column. Do not delete previous comments - add your response and use some means to clearly identify your remarks (different font/bold/italics/color).
· If you made detailed comments on the draft (using track changes and comments), you can make reference to the draft rather than restate everything in the checklist comment history section. A way to show repetition of errors would be to attach the original review along with the current review in TaskStream or email.
Date: (click here and type today’s date ()
Student’s Name:
Student ID (for office use only) --
School: (click here and pull down to select school name ( ...
Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers Level.docxSANSKAR20
Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers
Levels of Achievement
Criteria
Outstanding Performance
Excellent Performance
Competent Performance
Proficient Performance
Room for Improvement
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED -
1. The extent to which work meets the assigned criteria and work reflects graduate level critical and analytic thinking (0-30 Points)
30 to 30 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics
25 to 29 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics
20 to 24 points
Assignment meets expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 50% containing good breadth and depth about each of the assignment topics.
16 to 19 points
Assignment meets most of the expectations. One required topic is either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
0 to 15 points
Assignment superficially meets some of the expectations. Two or more required topics are either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED: Purpose of the paper is clear (0-5 Points)
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
4 to 4 points
Purpose of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.
1 to 3 points
Purpose of the assignment is vague.
0 to 0 points
No purpose statement was provided.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS
The extent to which the work reflects the student’s ability to-
1. Understand and interpret the assignment’s key concepts (0-10 Points)
10 to 10 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
9 to 9 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
8 to 8 points
Demonstrates a clear understanding of key concepts.
5 to 7 points
Shows some degree of understanding of key concepts.
0 to 4 points
Shows a lack of understanding of key concepts, deviates from topics.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS 2. Apply and integrate material in course resources (i.e. video, required readings, and textbook) and credible outside resources (0-20 Points)
20 to 20 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3-4 course resources to support point of view.
15 to 19 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3-4 course resources to support point of view.
10 to 14 points
Integrates specific information from 1 credible outside resource and 3 to 4 course resources to support major points and point of view.
3 to 9 points
Minimally includes and integrates specific ...
Please pay attention to all the details. The instructor told me th.docxstilliegeorgiana
Please pay attention to all the details. The instructor told me the conclusion must include all the topics learned in this class sin ce week 2. I added all the necessary info you need to complete the conclusion for my final paper.
Concusion Section
7 - Conclusion: In this section, the student will identify a summary of their EBP project as well as consider the potential contribution to their specialty track (FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER) practice setting. The required content includes: MUST BE A COMPREHENSIVE CONCLUSION FROM WEEK 2 THROUGH WEEK 7
· Provide a comprehensive summary of key points from this EBP proposal project (PART A)
WEEK 2 – To develop an EBP PICOT/PICo question as well as a research question, numerous sources can trigger the spirit of inquiry, or to put it simply, the "I wonder . . . ?" The sources include, but are not limited to, the following.
· Identification of a concern in a practice area (i.e., "I wonder how I can prevent . . . ")
· Inconsistencies found in professional literature (i.e., Article A says I should do X, but Article B says that the preferred action is Y. I wonder which one is correct for my practice area.")
· Problems occurring with the practice area (i.e., "This has been a problem in the unit as long as I can remember; I wonder how I can improve the . . . ")
· Reviewing nursing theory (i.e., "I read that knowledge helps with self-care; I wonder whether it would help to foster patient compliance with . . . )
Although the source of the EBPPICOT/PICo or research study question can vary based upon your practice area and its related events, the role of nursing theory is where this week begins.
WEEK 3 – Discussions - Elements of Quantitative Research: Design and Sampling
This discussion will explore the quantitative approach sampling and design by analyzing a single study quantitative research article related to your specialty track. WEEK 4 - Developing New Evidence: Qualitative Research Studies Overview of the Qualitative Research Approach
Qualitative research studies phenomena in their natural settings. By using the natural settings, this design interprets phenomena in terms of the meanings that people bring to them. Qualitative research aims to get a better understanding through firsthand experience because subjects share thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Qualitative research involves the collection of a variety of empirical materials. These materials include, but are not limited to, case study, personal experience, life story, interviews, observations, historical perspectives, interactional, and visual texts. All of this information becomes data that describe routine as well as problematic moments with the meanings these moments have in individuals' lives.
Often, the qualitative approach is used as the initial research study in an area of interest because it will help to explore and define the phenomena. By gaining an understanding of underlying reasons, opinions, and motivations, it provid ...
TOPIC Write an original research report consisting of one of the .docxturveycharlyn
TOPIC: Write an original research report consisting of one of the following topic areas:
2) Network Organizations, 3) Spin-out Organizations, 4) Ambidextrous Organizations, 5) Front-Back Organizations, 6) Sense and Response Organizations.
.
4. Each student submission will be checked for plagiarism. Warning... Turnitin has a very good and historical memory and is capable of accessing reports from both internal and external resources (i.e. Universities, Governments, etc.) including those originally written in non-English languages.
5. Only one submission attempt is permitted – BE SURE BEFORE YOU HIT ENTER. Plagiarism will result in a grade of zero (non-negotiable) for the assignment and may results in other university actions. The department chairperson will be notified of the violation.
6. Acceptable file formats for submissions include Microsoft Word (doc, docx) or Adobe Acrobat (PDF). Other formats are not acceptable.
7. The research paper must be at least 2,500 words supported by evidence (citations from peer-reviewed sources).
8. A minimum of four (4) peer-reviewed journal citations are required.
9. Formatting should be double-spaced, one-inch boarders, no extra space for headings, no extra white space, no more than two levels of heading, page numbers, front and back matter).
10.Extra white space use to enhance page count will negatively affect student grade.
11.Focus for the research paper:
a. Describe, compare / contrast, and evaluate two (2) database implementations in your field of interest. You may also want to consider referencing journal case studies.
b. The first implementation should be a database that was essentially successful
c. The second implementation should be a database that had significant "challenges"
d. The databases may either be ones with which you are personally familiar or ones that are reported in the literature
e. Be sure to go well beyond just personal opinion in your analysis, synthesis and evaluation. Student submissions must be anchor in peer reviewed literature.
12.As a graduate student, you are expected to be proficient in the use of the English language. Errors in grammar, spelling, or syntax will affect student grade. As your professor, I will not provide remedial help for writing problems. If you are unable to write clearly and correctly, I urge you to contact the program office for sources of remedial help.
Some students have asked for a sample or recommended outline. While I cannot provide samples of previous work, I have provided a general outline that you may refer to. The outline below may only be used as a very general guide and is “NOT” a subject that can be selected. Also, keep in mind the research paper needs to be scholarly and derived from peer-reviewed literature. Citations are required.
The following outline (unrelated to the subject matter of the research report) may help in your understanding of the research report via analysis & synthesis ...
To prepare for writing the research proposal, identify a topic of milissaccm
To prepare for writing the research proposal, identify a topic of personal and professional interest that is relevant to the early childhood field. Conduct an initial review of the literature and narrow your topic by discussing it with Faculty, colleagues, or fellow students.
Topic of choice - What is teacher perspectives on the effectiveness of RTI in preschool settings
Part 1- research proposal
The 10- to 15-page research proposal must include all of the following components, in order:
Title Page (1 page)
Abstract (1 page)
150- to 200-word summary of the proposal
Introduction (2–3 pages)
The introduction provides the reader with an overview of the literature related to the topic and justifies the need for the research study. The introduction is typically written after completing the literature review.
Your introduction should include:
Your research question and an explanation of the problem your question is designed to explore
A rationale for importance of this topic, including an explanation of the gap in the research literature that your topic will explore
Literature Review (3–6 pages)
discuss RTI strategies implications, effects, research etc.
The main purpose of a literature review is to synthesize current research related to your topic. In addition, the literature review is where you consider the implications of research that has already been published on your research question. Must also include the different RTI techniques
The literature review should include an:
Analysis of the context in which the problem is situated and current thinking about solutions, including the theoretical perspectives presented in the literature and a discussion of the research findings
Explanation of the implications of the research to your research question
Note: Your literature review must include a minimum of five highly relevant , up-to-date and credible resources.
Methodology and Data Collection (2–3pages).
Name the research design you will use (i.e., quantitative design, qualitative design, or mixed method design), and the reasons for your choice. If your study is quantitative or mixed methods, define the independent and dependent variables.Add examples base on US were you will use U.S based school data
Describe the study participant(s) and your sampling process. Discuss any sampling issues/challenges you might encounter.
Describe the data collection method(s) you will use—and what influenced your choice.
Describe any major ethical issue(s) you perceive for your study— and ways you will address ethics.
Describe the benefits, limitations, and challenges you perceive in your study.
References (1-2 pages)
Appendices pages
Part 2- sharing and reflection
The video presentation / PowerPoint must be 7 minutes and include an:
Introduction that explains your research question, how you arrived at the research question, and the methodology
Explanation of how this research can contribute to positive social change in the early childhood field
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Research Prospectus
Student Name
Month/Year
[Note. The Research Prospectus is a significant milestone in the journey toward your XXX dissertation research study. An approved Research Prospectus demonstrates your achievement of a viable research problem and alignment of the research method choice, problem, purpose, and research question. Your Research Prospectus will be approved when your instructor has deemed all criteria on the Research Prospectus Evaluation Rubric as “Met.”]
Abstract
[Insert an abstract of no more than 150 words to summarize the study problem, purpose, variables or constructs, method choice rationale, and plans to conduct the review of the literature. Note. The title page and Abstract page have no page numbers. The Introduction begins as page 1. Be sure to remove all red template instructional content as you prepare your Research Prospectus draft.]
Introduction
[The Research Prospectus is double-spaced throughout with Level 1 headers for each required section. The title page, Abstract, References, and any appendices headers (known as front and back matter in scholarly publishing) are not bolded. The Research Prospectus begins with an introduction to the study problem that includes enough background information and term definitions for the reader to understand the problem statement and all key terms used within the study problem. Remember the proposed study is first introduced in the study purpose statement below and not in the introduction as this is an introduction to the study problem. The introduction is no longer than 2 pages.]
[Start intro here…]Problem Statement
[The problem statement is one paragraph of text (not multiple paragraphs) of no more than 250-350 well-supported words to describe the study problem of focus. The University requires dissertation problems to be both practice-based and scholarship-supported, so the description of the problem must include both practice considerations and the current research. A quality Research Prospectus presents a well-aligned Problem, Purpose and Research Question, clearly articulated, and substantiated through citation of the appropriate theoretical, conceptual, and empirical peer-reviewed literature. This section begins with the sentence: The problem is…]
The problem is…
Study Purpose
[This section begins with the sentence to introduce the study: The purpose of the [method choice] [research approach/design] study is to… Following the study purpose sentence, the Purpose section will introduce a brief rationale for the choice of study method followed by research site, target population, sampling method, proposed sample size, data collection method, data analysis method, and the analysis software to be used. The Purpose section will close with a statement of the potential contributions of the study findings to professional practice and the scholarship.]
The purpose of the …
Research Quest.
Some hypotheses from ASRA hypothesis connects an operationali.docxrronald3
Some hypotheses from ASR:
A hypothesis connects an operationalized concept(s) (variable(s)) with another variable or a few others. So, there are three things to pay attention to:
1) the variable(s) that the author wants to explain
2) the variable(s) that the author explains (1) with
3) connection between (1) and (2)
“a higher presence of women in professional associations will contribute to greater gender earnings equality”
“Some NHRIs will be more effective than others based on (1) the length of time each form has been in existence and characteristics such as (2) substantive mandate (whether the human rights focus is explicit) and (3) structural capacities (the power to investigate government wrongdoing).”
“NHRIs will have a stronger effect on physical integrity violations than on civil and political rights abuses.”
A few examples of SOCI380 student hypotheses:
H1a: applied science students will display lower levels of willingness to act against ACC compared to non-applied science students
H1b: science students will display higher levels of willingness to act against ACC compared to non-science students
H2: there is a positive relationship between a student's attitude towards climate change and their willingness to act against ACC
H3: there is a positive relationship between a student's knowledge about climate change and their willingness to act against ACC
H1: (a) there is a positive relationship between the number of hours someone spends on Facebook per day and the personality traits of extroversion, agreeableness and openness to experience.
(b) There is a negative relationship between the number of hours spent on Facebook per day and the personality traits of conscientiousness and neuroticism.
H2: There is a negative relationship between time spent on Facebook and self-esteem
Research Project Information
Part 1: Literature Review
Your literature review should be 4-5 pages (6-7 if working in pairs) in length (excluding title page and reference section), typed (12 point font), and double spaced. Paper topics must relate to studies in sociology and must be geared toward survey research. NOTE: papers submitted for another class cannot be submitted for this assignment – this is academic dishonesty. Use peer reviewed articles or chapters, do not use reviews of the literature. Be sure to narrow you topic so that your paper has depth. Students are asked to come to my office to discuss paper topics and prepare an outline for the paper to review with me before beginning. Projects MUST fall under minimal risk criteria (see ethics guidelines that will be distributed in class). You may work in pairs or individually. If you work with a partner you must submit a peer evaluation of your partner for each section of the project.
Introduction (10 points)
· Introduce the topic
· State the argument or purpose of the review in a clear thesis (Why is this topic relevant?)
· State topic limits you have set (how have your narrowed your topic?)
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Assessment Information
Subject Code: BUS606
Subject Name: Business Research Proposal Topic Selection, Justification and
Presentation
Assessment Title: Assessment 1 – Individual Presentation
Weighting: 15 %
Total Marks:
Length:
15
Minimum of 10 slides (+- 10%)
Due Date: Submission due Week 6– Sunday at 11.59 pm
COURSE: Master of Business (Research)
Unit: Business Research Proposal and Literature Review
Unit Code: BUS606
Type of
Assessment:
Assessment 1 – Individual Presentation
Unit Learning
Outcomes
addressed:
(a) Demonstrate an advanced ability to identify, assimilate,
and review applications of, particular research techniques.
(b) Identify various means of data collection that are feasible
and can be ethically enacted.
(c) Articulate and critically evaluate differences between
alternative research methodologies.
(d) Explain how research outcomes may be affected by the
nature and application of particular research techniques.
(e) Demonstrate an advanced ability to construct a robust
methodology for addressing a research question.
(f) Explain how the use of selected methodologies is relevant
to a specific research proposal.
Criteria for
Assessment:
Understanding of the proposed project
Evidence of analysis
Organisation and use of visual aids
Non-verbal & verbal communication skills
Assessment Task:
Students are to select their proposed research topic for the Master
of Business Research thesis and make a presentation to the class
for at least 10 minutes followed by question and answer. The
presentation is required to use PowerPoint slides.
Submission Date:
Week 6– Sunday at 11.59 pm (online submission) of the
PowerPoint presentation slide deck.
Total Mark &
Weighting:
15 marks | 15%
Students are advised that any submissions past the due date without an approved
extension or approved extenuating circumstances incur a 5% penalty per calendar
day,
calculated from the total mark e.g. a task marked out of 15 will incur a 1.75 mark penalty
per calendar day.
Assessment 1– Individual Presentation. Presentations will be made during the
scheduled class time.
Assessment Description
Students are required to select a proposed research topic for their Master of Business
Research thesis that is aligned to one of the seven Research Clusters in the School of
Business as listed below. Students are required to make a presentation for 10 minutes to the
class on their proposed research topic and answer questions from the class and the lecturer.
Students must conduct extensive research on the topic and must cite relevant sources to
support their research proposal.
The MBR Research Clusters are:
Cluster 1: Leadership and Management of Large Corporations
Cluster 2: Leadership and Management of Not-for Profit Organisations
Cluster 3: Leadership and Management of Start-ups, SMEs and Family Business
Cluster 4: ...
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Research Paper Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
The final project for this course is the creation of a research paper. You will be examining organizational behavior and how it affects corporate strategy and decision making. This project will enable you to identify alternatives and recommend thoroughly defended strategies that leaders can use for best practices.
You will select an organizational behavior (OB) topic to research and write about. The topic must be approved by the instructor. This final product represents an authentic demonstration of the competencies achieved in this course as you put into action all that you have learned. The project is divided into three milestones and a final product, which will be submitted at various points throughout the course to scaffold learning and ensure quality final submissions.
Critical Elements
Expectation of Analysis: Please see the Final Product Rubric below for grading criteria. Pay close attention to each critical element and how you will address it in your final paper.
1. Define the central OB issue or problem.
a. Substantiate multiple aspects of the problem or issue in detail.
i. Include factors like:
a. Key players and their role in the OB issue or problem (internal and/or external)
b. Key stakeholder groups (i.e., employees, customers, communities) and their role in the OB issue or problem (internal and/or external)
c. Values and behaviors (internal)
d. Culture and structure (internal)
e. Design processes (internal)
f. Reward systems (internal)
g. Economic and policy instruments used by the government (external)
2. Recommend at least three solutions for the issue or problem.
a. Explain each solution and its relevance to the context of the OB issue.
b. Defend the selection of each solution by:
i. Interpreting and applying course concepts and theories to your defense when they are applicable
ii. Citing specific examples/scenarios showing the application of your solutions
iii. Recommending strategies for success that are supported by valid and reliable scholarly resources
3. Determine an implementation strategy for each proposed solution. Be sure to include deliberate implementation strategies around OB and best practices that take into consideration the dynamics of the groups involved.
4. Conclusion
a. Write a summary focusing on key elements of your final product.
b. Tie the key elements of your proposals and implementation strategies to the issue, highlighting the positive effects the proposal will have on the performance of the organization.
The final project has three milestones. The purpose of milestones is to keep you on target and allow time for incorporating instructor feedback. Milestone 3 is a “dress rehearsal” for the final product; the same rubric is used to access Milestone 3 and your final product.
· Milestone 3: Rough draft “dress rehearsal” of research paper (Module Seven: 10–12 pages, not including title and reference pages)
· Final Paper: Final research paper (M ...
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#35537 Topic: Course Project: Part 3—Translating Evidence Into Practice. Continuation of the assignment attached
Number of Pages: 3 (Double Spaced)
Number of sources: 3
Writing Style: APA
Type of document: Coursework
Academic Level:Master
Category: Nursing
VIP Support: N/A
Language Style: English (U.S.)
Order Instructions: Attached
In Part 3 of the Course Project, you consider how the evidence you gathered during Part 2 can be translated into nursing practice.
Now that you have located available research on your PICOT question, you will examine what the research indicates about nursing practices. Connecting research evidence and findings to actual decisions and tasks that nurses complete in their daily practice is essentially what evidence-based practice is all about. This final component of the Course Project asks you to translate the evidence and data from your literature review into authentic practices that can be adopted to improve health care outcomes. In addition, you will also consider possible methods and strategies for disseminating evidence-based practices to your colleagues and to the broader health care field.
To prepare:
Consider Parts 1 and 2 of your Course Project. How does the research address your PICOT question?
With your PICOT question in mind, identify at least one nursing practice that is supported by the evidence in two or more of the articles from your literature review. Consider what the evidence indicates about how this practice contributes to better outcomes.
Explore possible consequences of failing to adopt the evidence-based practice that you identified.
Consider how you would disseminate information about this evidence-based practice throughout your organization or practice setting. How would you communicate the importance of the practice?
To complete:
In a 3- to 4-page paper:
Restate your PICOT question and its significance to nursing practice.
Summarize the findings from the articles you selected for your literature review. Describe at least one nursing practice that is supported by the evidence in the articles. Justify your response with specific references to at least 2 of the articles.
Explain how the evidence-based practice that you identified contributes to better outcomes. In addition, identify potential negative outcomes that could result from failing to use the evidence-based practice.
Outline the strategy for disseminating the evidence-based practice that you identified throughout your practice setting. Explain how you would communicate the importance of the practice to your colleagues. Describe how you would move from disseminating the information to implementing the evidence-based practice within your organization. How would you address concerns and opposition to the change in practice?It should be combined with the other two components of the Course Project and turned in as your Portfolio Assignment for this course.
IMPORTANT
Reminder: The School of Nursing requires th.
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Criteria for Grading Organizational Development Proposal
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Points Earned
Quality of Content
(55 pts)
Student demonstrated exceptional knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; all statements and opinions were supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
55 - 50 points
Student demonstrated satisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; most statements and opinions were supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
49 - 44 points
Student demonstrated less than satisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; some statements and opinions were not supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
43 - 39 points
Student demonstrated unsatisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; many statements and opinions were not supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
38 - 0 points
Comments
Quality of Research
(20 pts)
Student did an exceptional job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student cited more than the required number of references. Sources listed were all scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
20 - 18 points
Student did a satisfactory job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student cited the required number of references. Sources listed were primarily scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
17 – 16 points
Student did a less than satisfactory job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student may not have cited the required number of references. Some sources listed may not have been scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
15 - 14 points
Student did an inadequate job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student did not cite the required number of references. Many of the sources listed were not scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
13 – 0 points
Comments
Organization and Mechanics
(20 pts)
Student presented information in a logical sequence that was very easy to follow. Essay had no major spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was met.
20 – 18 points
Student presented information in a mostly logical sequence that was fairly easy follow. Essay had a few minor spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was met or may have been slightly exceeded.
17 – 16 points
Student presented information in a confusing sequence that was not easy to follow. Essay had several major spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement may not have been met.
15 - 14 points
Student presented information in an illogical sequence that was difficult to follow. Essay had many spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was not met.
13 – 0 points
Comments
APA formatting
(5 pts)
All citations, quotations, and references were formatted correctly or contained only one or two minor errors.
5.0 – 4.5
Most citations, quotations, and ref.
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DHA Prospectus Form
Students | Complete your doctoral prospectus within this form. Write your responses in the white spaces using a scholarly tone and include in-text citations and APA reference entries where appropriate. You can click on underlined terms and headings for descriptions, resource links, and examples located in the Appendix. For additional prospectus information and resources, refer to the Doctoral Research Coach. Complete the Research Design Alignment Table within this form using the information from earlier sections and self-assess your research design alignment. Submit this completed form into MyDR for formal evaluation and feedback when your committee chair indicates that you are ready to do so.
Student’s Name | Click or tap here to enter text. Student ID | Click or tap here to enter text.
Program and Specialization* | Click or tap here to enter text. Submission Date |Click arrow to select a date.
*Remember that your study focus must be within the realm of your program and specialization area.
Evaluators Only | Complete this section and provide feedback on responses and rubric scores in the form where noted.
Committee Chairperson Name: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
Second Committee Member Name: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
PhD Program Director: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
Title
In 12 words or less, what is the working title for this study? Include the topic, variables and relationship between them, and the most critical key words.
Replace this text with your title.
Supporting Literature
The first step in developing your prospectus is to search the literature related to the general area related to healthcare administration you want to investigate (see social problem below).In your review of recent, empirical literature, what keywords did you search and in what databases?
The keywords and databases searched included Replace this text with your response.
Search Log
Database
Search Terms
Results
Notes
Provide at maximum of 10brief summaries of recent, scholarly (peer-reviewed) articles and empirical literature. The summaries should include: a) 3 – 5 brief summaries within the last 5 years that justify a current and relevant problem in your discipline or professional field; b) article(s) that support your theoretical/conceptual framework; c) article that supports your Nature of the Study section; d) additional articles that support that your problem is current and relevant to your discipline or professional field for a total of 10 brief summaries.
Include the complete, APA reference entry and(a) an in-text citation; (b) what was studied; (c) what was found; and (d) why this research is important in relation to your study. This evidence provides the justification for your research problem.
HSO Justification Literature
(minimum of 3 sources within last 5 years ju ...
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Performance Management and Training Scoring Guide
CRITERIA
NON-PERFORMANCE
BASIC
PROFICIENT
DISTINGUISHED
Describe the performance management system currently in place.
Does not identify the performance management system currently in place.
Identifies but does not describe the performance management system currently in place.
Describes the performance management system currently in place.
Analyzes the performance management system currently in place for its effectiveness using relevant organizational examples.
Explain the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Does not identify the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Identifies but does not explain the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Explains the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Analyzes the formal and informal performance feedback processes and summarizes possible process improvements for the organization.
Analyze best practices to improve employee performance.
Does not describe best practices to improve employee performance.
Describes but does not analyze best practices to improve employee performance.
Analyzes best practices to improve employee performance.
Analyzes best practices to improve employee performance and cites resources to support the analysis.
Analyze the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Does not describe the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Describes but does not analyze the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Analyzes the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Analyzes the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals and uses organizational examples or resources to support the analysis.
Explain how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Does not identify how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Identifies but does not explain how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Explains how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Analyzes how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation with supported rationale.
Write in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Does not write in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Inconsistently writes using APA citations and format and use of grammar, usage, and mechanics are inconsistent.
Writes in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Writes exceptionally and in a professional style using APA citations and format, with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics that are error free.
Criteria
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A Qualitative Study on Reframing the Problem-solving Paradigm of Management Science.
Neither Qualitative nor Quantitative methods, as they are currently constituted, adequately resolve the problems of representation and legitimation in the management sciences. This project seeks to resolve contradictions in the ontological and epistemological foundations of social science in order to overcome shortcomings in the two major paradigms that are used in research, where different views of the same phenomena emerge and multiple realities appear to exist.
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MSN Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Outstanding Performance
Excellent Performance
Competent Performance
Proficient Performance
Room for Improvement
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED -
1. The extent to which work meets the assigned criteria and work reflects graduate level critical and analytic thinking
(0–30 Points)
30 to 30 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics
25 to 29 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics
20 to 24 points
Assignment meets expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 50% containing good breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics.
16 to 19 points
Assignment meets most of the expectations. One required topic is either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
0 to 15 points
Assignment superficially meets some of the expectations. Two or more required topics are either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED: Purpose of the paper is clear
(0–5 Points)
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
4 to 4 points
Purpose of the Assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.
1 to 3 points
Purpose of the Assignment is vague.
0 to 0 points
No purpose statement was provided.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS
The extent to which the work reflects the student’s ability to-
1. Understand and interpret the Assignment’s key concepts
(0–10 Points)
10 to 10 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
9 to 9 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
8 to 8 points
Demonstrates a clear understanding of key concepts.
5 to 7 points
Shows some degree of understanding of key concepts.
0 to 4 points
Shows a lack of understanding of key concepts, deviates from topics.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS 2. Apply and integrate material in course resources (i.e., video, required readings, and textbook) and credible outside resources
(0–20 Points)
20 to 20 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3–4 course resources to support point of view.
15 to 19 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3–4 course resources to support point of view.
10 to 14 points
Integrates specific information from 1 credible outside resource and 3–4 course resources to support major points and point of view.
3 to 9 points
Minimally includes and integ ...
Methodology Draft ;
I will involve looking at the impact of religion on management. First, I will use deductive an inductive data analysis. Through deductive data analysis, I will hypothesis a number of issues. For instance, I can ask if religion can promote the ethical standards of a given institution (Turabian, 2014). I will also hypothesize if religion can be an impediment to peaceful co-existence among employees within an organization.
I will then settle on the setting of my research. My research setting will be the natural environment where all the required information can be found. I will then settle on the type of data collection techniques to use. The method of data collection will depend on the nature and type of person providing the information.
Thus, my method of research will involve mixed method. I will use quantitative method to collect and analyze data. Through face to face interview, I will collect information from a number of respondents. I will also use questionnaires with open ended questions to gather information from clients who may not prefer or may not have time for face to face interview. I will then use graphs and tables to analyze my results. Qualitative method will be applied in analyzing textual data and case studies. Through this method, I will formulate theories and hypothesis. I will also study the relationship between various variables that are related to my line of study. Finally, I will settle on the procedures of conducting the research. The procedures will incorporate the designing of questionnaires, preparing a budget for the research and notifying all the concerned stakeholders of my intended research. It shall also incorporate the data analysis procedures and the presentation of already analyzed data (Yin, 2011).
Papers need to be more than 10pages and 12-15 citations. All citations should be from Park university library. Also, use Chicago style with these papers. Here is the link of university library website.http://www.park.edu/library/username: 946195 password: Eb6070870Writing Style
A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses and Dissertations- Chicago Style for Students and Researchers (8th Edition) accepted norms for overall writing guidelines, including all citations, reference pages and title pages.
· 12-15 double spaced pages of research in New Times Roman 12 with 1 inch margins.
· 10-12 literature review sources
· Reference and title pages (do not count toward page count)
· Appendixes as needed (do not count toward page count)
· Headers and subheaders are encouraged
· should follow Chicago (Author/Date) writing guidelines and always provide a title page and reference page.
· The following elements must be included in your proposal, arranged as suggested by Creswell (2014) in Chapter 4.
Introduction
Literature Review
Procedures
Other
Statement of Problem (may include literature review or mini review)
Purpose of the Study
At least one.
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[Note. The Research Prospectus is a significant milestone in the journey toward your XXX dissertation research study. An approved Research Prospectus demonstrates your achievement of a viable research problem and alignment of the research method choice, problem, purpose, and research question. Your Research Prospectus will be approved when your instructor has deemed all criteria on the Research Prospectus Evaluation Rubric as “Met.”]
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[Insert an abstract of no more than 150 words to summarize the study problem, purpose, variables or constructs, method choice rationale, and plans to conduct the review of the literature. Note. The title page and Abstract page have no page numbers. The Introduction begins as page 1. Be sure to remove all red template instructional content as you prepare your Research Prospectus draft.]
Introduction
[The Research Prospectus is double-spaced throughout with Level 1 headers for each required section. The title page, Abstract, References, and any appendices headers (known as front and back matter in scholarly publishing) are not bolded. The Research Prospectus begins with an introduction to the study problem that includes enough background information and term definitions for the reader to understand the problem statement and all key terms used within the study problem. Remember the proposed study is first introduced in the study purpose statement below and not in the introduction as this is an introduction to the study problem. The introduction is no longer than 2 pages.]
[Start intro here…]Problem Statement
[The problem statement is one paragraph of text (not multiple paragraphs) of no more than 250-350 well-supported words to describe the study problem of focus. The University requires dissertation problems to be both practice-based and scholarship-supported, so the description of the problem must include both practice considerations and the current research. A quality Research Prospectus presents a well-aligned Problem, Purpose and Research Question, clearly articulated, and substantiated through citation of the appropriate theoretical, conceptual, and empirical peer-reviewed literature. This section begins with the sentence: The problem is…]
The problem is…
Study Purpose
[This section begins with the sentence to introduce the study: The purpose of the [method choice] [research approach/design] study is to… Following the study purpose sentence, the Purpose section will introduce a brief rationale for the choice of study method followed by research site, target population, sampling method, proposed sample size, data collection method, data analysis method, and the analysis software to be used. The Purpose section will close with a statement of the potential contributions of the study findings to professional practice and the scholarship.]
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2) the variable(s) that the author explains (1) with
3) connection between (1) and (2)
“a higher presence of women in professional associations will contribute to greater gender earnings equality”
“Some NHRIs will be more effective than others based on (1) the length of time each form has been in existence and characteristics such as (2) substantive mandate (whether the human rights focus is explicit) and (3) structural capacities (the power to investigate government wrongdoing).”
“NHRIs will have a stronger effect on physical integrity violations than on civil and political rights abuses.”
A few examples of SOCI380 student hypotheses:
H1a: applied science students will display lower levels of willingness to act against ACC compared to non-applied science students
H1b: science students will display higher levels of willingness to act against ACC compared to non-science students
H2: there is a positive relationship between a student's attitude towards climate change and their willingness to act against ACC
H3: there is a positive relationship between a student's knowledge about climate change and their willingness to act against ACC
H1: (a) there is a positive relationship between the number of hours someone spends on Facebook per day and the personality traits of extroversion, agreeableness and openness to experience.
(b) There is a negative relationship between the number of hours spent on Facebook per day and the personality traits of conscientiousness and neuroticism.
H2: There is a negative relationship between time spent on Facebook and self-esteem
Research Project Information
Part 1: Literature Review
Your literature review should be 4-5 pages (6-7 if working in pairs) in length (excluding title page and reference section), typed (12 point font), and double spaced. Paper topics must relate to studies in sociology and must be geared toward survey research. NOTE: papers submitted for another class cannot be submitted for this assignment – this is academic dishonesty. Use peer reviewed articles or chapters, do not use reviews of the literature. Be sure to narrow you topic so that your paper has depth. Students are asked to come to my office to discuss paper topics and prepare an outline for the paper to review with me before beginning. Projects MUST fall under minimal risk criteria (see ethics guidelines that will be distributed in class). You may work in pairs or individually. If you work with a partner you must submit a peer evaluation of your partner for each section of the project.
Introduction (10 points)
· Introduce the topic
· State the argument or purpose of the review in a clear thesis (Why is this topic relevant?)
· State topic limits you have set (how have your narrowed your topic?)
.
Assessment Information
Subject Code: BUS606
Subject Name: Business Research Proposal Topic Selection, Justification and
Presentation
Assessment Title: Assessment 1 – Individual Presentation
Weighting: 15 %
Total Marks:
Length:
15
Minimum of 10 slides (+- 10%)
Due Date: Submission due Week 6– Sunday at 11.59 pm
COURSE: Master of Business (Research)
Unit: Business Research Proposal and Literature Review
Unit Code: BUS606
Type of
Assessment:
Assessment 1 – Individual Presentation
Unit Learning
Outcomes
addressed:
(a) Demonstrate an advanced ability to identify, assimilate,
and review applications of, particular research techniques.
(b) Identify various means of data collection that are feasible
and can be ethically enacted.
(c) Articulate and critically evaluate differences between
alternative research methodologies.
(d) Explain how research outcomes may be affected by the
nature and application of particular research techniques.
(e) Demonstrate an advanced ability to construct a robust
methodology for addressing a research question.
(f) Explain how the use of selected methodologies is relevant
to a specific research proposal.
Criteria for
Assessment:
Understanding of the proposed project
Evidence of analysis
Organisation and use of visual aids
Non-verbal & verbal communication skills
Assessment Task:
Students are to select their proposed research topic for the Master
of Business Research thesis and make a presentation to the class
for at least 10 minutes followed by question and answer. The
presentation is required to use PowerPoint slides.
Submission Date:
Week 6– Sunday at 11.59 pm (online submission) of the
PowerPoint presentation slide deck.
Total Mark &
Weighting:
15 marks | 15%
Students are advised that any submissions past the due date without an approved
extension or approved extenuating circumstances incur a 5% penalty per calendar
day,
calculated from the total mark e.g. a task marked out of 15 will incur a 1.75 mark penalty
per calendar day.
Assessment 1– Individual Presentation. Presentations will be made during the
scheduled class time.
Assessment Description
Students are required to select a proposed research topic for their Master of Business
Research thesis that is aligned to one of the seven Research Clusters in the School of
Business as listed below. Students are required to make a presentation for 10 minutes to the
class on their proposed research topic and answer questions from the class and the lecturer.
Students must conduct extensive research on the topic and must cite relevant sources to
support their research proposal.
The MBR Research Clusters are:
Cluster 1: Leadership and Management of Large Corporations
Cluster 2: Leadership and Management of Not-for Profit Organisations
Cluster 3: Leadership and Management of Start-ups, SMEs and Family Business
Cluster 4: ...
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Research Paper Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
The final project for this course is the creation of a research paper. You will be examining organizational behavior and how it affects corporate strategy and decision making. This project will enable you to identify alternatives and recommend thoroughly defended strategies that leaders can use for best practices.
You will select an organizational behavior (OB) topic to research and write about. The topic must be approved by the instructor. This final product represents an authentic demonstration of the competencies achieved in this course as you put into action all that you have learned. The project is divided into three milestones and a final product, which will be submitted at various points throughout the course to scaffold learning and ensure quality final submissions.
Critical Elements
Expectation of Analysis: Please see the Final Product Rubric below for grading criteria. Pay close attention to each critical element and how you will address it in your final paper.
1. Define the central OB issue or problem.
a. Substantiate multiple aspects of the problem or issue in detail.
i. Include factors like:
a. Key players and their role in the OB issue or problem (internal and/or external)
b. Key stakeholder groups (i.e., employees, customers, communities) and their role in the OB issue or problem (internal and/or external)
c. Values and behaviors (internal)
d. Culture and structure (internal)
e. Design processes (internal)
f. Reward systems (internal)
g. Economic and policy instruments used by the government (external)
2. Recommend at least three solutions for the issue or problem.
a. Explain each solution and its relevance to the context of the OB issue.
b. Defend the selection of each solution by:
i. Interpreting and applying course concepts and theories to your defense when they are applicable
ii. Citing specific examples/scenarios showing the application of your solutions
iii. Recommending strategies for success that are supported by valid and reliable scholarly resources
3. Determine an implementation strategy for each proposed solution. Be sure to include deliberate implementation strategies around OB and best practices that take into consideration the dynamics of the groups involved.
4. Conclusion
a. Write a summary focusing on key elements of your final product.
b. Tie the key elements of your proposals and implementation strategies to the issue, highlighting the positive effects the proposal will have on the performance of the organization.
The final project has three milestones. The purpose of milestones is to keep you on target and allow time for incorporating instructor feedback. Milestone 3 is a “dress rehearsal” for the final product; the same rubric is used to access Milestone 3 and your final product.
· Milestone 3: Rough draft “dress rehearsal” of research paper (Module Seven: 10–12 pages, not including title and reference pages)
· Final Paper: Final research paper (M ...
#35537 Topic Course Project Part 3—Translating Evidence Into Pra.docxAASTHA76
#35537 Topic: Course Project: Part 3—Translating Evidence Into Practice. Continuation of the assignment attached
Number of Pages: 3 (Double Spaced)
Number of sources: 3
Writing Style: APA
Type of document: Coursework
Academic Level:Master
Category: Nursing
VIP Support: N/A
Language Style: English (U.S.)
Order Instructions: Attached
In Part 3 of the Course Project, you consider how the evidence you gathered during Part 2 can be translated into nursing practice.
Now that you have located available research on your PICOT question, you will examine what the research indicates about nursing practices. Connecting research evidence and findings to actual decisions and tasks that nurses complete in their daily practice is essentially what evidence-based practice is all about. This final component of the Course Project asks you to translate the evidence and data from your literature review into authentic practices that can be adopted to improve health care outcomes. In addition, you will also consider possible methods and strategies for disseminating evidence-based practices to your colleagues and to the broader health care field.
To prepare:
Consider Parts 1 and 2 of your Course Project. How does the research address your PICOT question?
With your PICOT question in mind, identify at least one nursing practice that is supported by the evidence in two or more of the articles from your literature review. Consider what the evidence indicates about how this practice contributes to better outcomes.
Explore possible consequences of failing to adopt the evidence-based practice that you identified.
Consider how you would disseminate information about this evidence-based practice throughout your organization or practice setting. How would you communicate the importance of the practice?
To complete:
In a 3- to 4-page paper:
Restate your PICOT question and its significance to nursing practice.
Summarize the findings from the articles you selected for your literature review. Describe at least one nursing practice that is supported by the evidence in the articles. Justify your response with specific references to at least 2 of the articles.
Explain how the evidence-based practice that you identified contributes to better outcomes. In addition, identify potential negative outcomes that could result from failing to use the evidence-based practice.
Outline the strategy for disseminating the evidence-based practice that you identified throughout your practice setting. Explain how you would communicate the importance of the practice to your colleagues. Describe how you would move from disseminating the information to implementing the evidence-based practice within your organization. How would you address concerns and opposition to the change in practice?It should be combined with the other two components of the Course Project and turned in as your Portfolio Assignment for this course.
IMPORTANT
Reminder: The School of Nursing requires th.
Criteria for Grading Organizational Development ProposalA.docxvanesaburnand
Criteria for Grading Organizational Development Proposal
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Points Earned
Quality of Content
(55 pts)
Student demonstrated exceptional knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; all statements and opinions were supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
55 - 50 points
Student demonstrated satisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; most statements and opinions were supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
49 - 44 points
Student demonstrated less than satisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; some statements and opinions were not supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
43 - 39 points
Student demonstrated unsatisfactory knowledge of relevant concepts and theories; many statements and opinions were not supported by appropriate citations from the literature.
38 - 0 points
Comments
Quality of Research
(20 pts)
Student did an exceptional job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student cited more than the required number of references. Sources listed were all scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
20 - 18 points
Student did a satisfactory job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student cited the required number of references. Sources listed were primarily scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
17 – 16 points
Student did a less than satisfactory job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student may not have cited the required number of references. Some sources listed may not have been scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
15 - 14 points
Student did an inadequate job of integrating course readings with additional research. Student did not cite the required number of references. Many of the sources listed were not scholarly or practitioner journals from the last ten years.
13 – 0 points
Comments
Organization and Mechanics
(20 pts)
Student presented information in a logical sequence that was very easy to follow. Essay had no major spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was met.
20 – 18 points
Student presented information in a mostly logical sequence that was fairly easy follow. Essay had a few minor spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was met or may have been slightly exceeded.
17 – 16 points
Student presented information in a confusing sequence that was not easy to follow. Essay had several major spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement may not have been met.
15 - 14 points
Student presented information in an illogical sequence that was difficult to follow. Essay had many spelling and/or grammar errors. The page length requirement was not met.
13 – 0 points
Comments
APA formatting
(5 pts)
All citations, quotations, and references were formatted correctly or contained only one or two minor errors.
5.0 – 4.5
Most citations, quotations, and ref.
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DHA Prospectus FormStudents Complete your doctoral prospectus LinaCovington707
DHA Prospectus Form
Students | Complete your doctoral prospectus within this form. Write your responses in the white spaces using a scholarly tone and include in-text citations and APA reference entries where appropriate. You can click on underlined terms and headings for descriptions, resource links, and examples located in the Appendix. For additional prospectus information and resources, refer to the Doctoral Research Coach. Complete the Research Design Alignment Table within this form using the information from earlier sections and self-assess your research design alignment. Submit this completed form into MyDR for formal evaluation and feedback when your committee chair indicates that you are ready to do so.
Student’s Name | Click or tap here to enter text. Student ID | Click or tap here to enter text.
Program and Specialization* | Click or tap here to enter text. Submission Date |Click arrow to select a date.
*Remember that your study focus must be within the realm of your program and specialization area.
Evaluators Only | Complete this section and provide feedback on responses and rubric scores in the form where noted.
Committee Chairperson Name: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
Second Committee Member Name: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
PhD Program Director: Click or tap here to enter text. Overall Assessment: Choose score.
Title
In 12 words or less, what is the working title for this study? Include the topic, variables and relationship between them, and the most critical key words.
Replace this text with your title.
Supporting Literature
The first step in developing your prospectus is to search the literature related to the general area related to healthcare administration you want to investigate (see social problem below).In your review of recent, empirical literature, what keywords did you search and in what databases?
The keywords and databases searched included Replace this text with your response.
Search Log
Database
Search Terms
Results
Notes
Provide at maximum of 10brief summaries of recent, scholarly (peer-reviewed) articles and empirical literature. The summaries should include: a) 3 – 5 brief summaries within the last 5 years that justify a current and relevant problem in your discipline or professional field; b) article(s) that support your theoretical/conceptual framework; c) article that supports your Nature of the Study section; d) additional articles that support that your problem is current and relevant to your discipline or professional field for a total of 10 brief summaries.
Include the complete, APA reference entry and(a) an in-text citation; (b) what was studied; (c) what was found; and (d) why this research is important in relation to your study. This evidence provides the justification for your research problem.
HSO Justification Literature
(minimum of 3 sources within last 5 years ju ...
Performance Management and Training Scoring GuideCRITERIA NO.docxkarlhennesey
Performance Management and Training Scoring Guide
CRITERIA
NON-PERFORMANCE
BASIC
PROFICIENT
DISTINGUISHED
Describe the performance management system currently in place.
Does not identify the performance management system currently in place.
Identifies but does not describe the performance management system currently in place.
Describes the performance management system currently in place.
Analyzes the performance management system currently in place for its effectiveness using relevant organizational examples.
Explain the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Does not identify the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Identifies but does not explain the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Explains the formal and informal performance feedback processes.
Analyzes the formal and informal performance feedback processes and summarizes possible process improvements for the organization.
Analyze best practices to improve employee performance.
Does not describe best practices to improve employee performance.
Describes but does not analyze best practices to improve employee performance.
Analyzes best practices to improve employee performance.
Analyzes best practices to improve employee performance and cites resources to support the analysis.
Analyze the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Does not describe the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Describes but does not analyze the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Analyzes the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals.
Analyzes the importance of training to meet organizational needs and performance goals and uses organizational examples or resources to support the analysis.
Explain how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Does not identify how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Identifies but does not explain how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Explains how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation.
Analyzes how training and performance management protect an organization from possible litigation with supported rationale.
Write in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Does not write in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Inconsistently writes using APA citations and format and use of grammar, usage, and mechanics are inconsistent.
Writes in a professional style using APA citations and format with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
Writes exceptionally and in a professional style using APA citations and format, with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics that are error free.
Criteria
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A Qualitative Study on Reframing the Problem-solving Paradigm of Management Science.
Neither Qualitative nor Quantitative methods, as they are currently constituted, adequately resolve the problems of representation and legitimation in the management sciences. This project seeks to resolve contradictions in the ontological and epistemological foundations of social science in order to overcome shortcomings in the two major paradigms that are used in research, where different views of the same phenomena emerge and multiple realities appear to exist.
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MSN Evaluation Criteria for Applications and Formal Papers
Criteria
Levels of Achievement
Outstanding Performance
Excellent Performance
Competent Performance
Proficient Performance
Room for Improvement
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED -
1. The extent to which work meets the assigned criteria and work reflects graduate level critical and analytic thinking
(0–30 Points)
30 to 30 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics
25 to 29 points
Assignment exceeds expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 75% containing exceptional breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics
20 to 24 points
Assignment meets expectations. All topics are addressed with a minimum of 50% containing good breadth and depth about each of the Assignment topics.
16 to 19 points
Assignment meets most of the expectations. One required topic is either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
0 to 15 points
Assignment superficially meets some of the expectations. Two or more required topics are either not addressed or inadequately addressed.
QUALITY OF WORK SUBMITTED: Purpose of the paper is clear
(0–5 Points)
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
5 to 5 points
A clear and comprehensive purpose statement is provided which delineates all required criteria.
4 to 4 points
Purpose of the Assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.
1 to 3 points
Purpose of the Assignment is vague.
0 to 0 points
No purpose statement was provided.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS
The extent to which the work reflects the student’s ability to-
1. Understand and interpret the Assignment’s key concepts
(0–10 Points)
10 to 10 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
9 to 9 points
Demonstrates the ability to critically appraise and intellectually explore key concepts.
8 to 8 points
Demonstrates a clear understanding of key concepts.
5 to 7 points
Shows some degree of understanding of key concepts.
0 to 4 points
Shows a lack of understanding of key concepts, deviates from topics.
ASSIMILATION AND SYNTHESIS OF IDEAS 2. Apply and integrate material in course resources (i.e., video, required readings, and textbook) and credible outside resources
(0–20 Points)
20 to 20 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3–4 course resources to support point of view.
15 to 19 points
Demonstrates and applies exceptional support of major points and integrates 2 or more credible outside sources, in addition to 3–4 course resources to support point of view.
10 to 14 points
Integrates specific information from 1 credible outside resource and 3–4 course resources to support major points and point of view.
3 to 9 points
Minimally includes and integ ...
Methodology Draft ;
I will involve looking at the impact of religion on management. First, I will use deductive an inductive data analysis. Through deductive data analysis, I will hypothesis a number of issues. For instance, I can ask if religion can promote the ethical standards of a given institution (Turabian, 2014). I will also hypothesize if religion can be an impediment to peaceful co-existence among employees within an organization.
I will then settle on the setting of my research. My research setting will be the natural environment where all the required information can be found. I will then settle on the type of data collection techniques to use. The method of data collection will depend on the nature and type of person providing the information.
Thus, my method of research will involve mixed method. I will use quantitative method to collect and analyze data. Through face to face interview, I will collect information from a number of respondents. I will also use questionnaires with open ended questions to gather information from clients who may not prefer or may not have time for face to face interview. I will then use graphs and tables to analyze my results. Qualitative method will be applied in analyzing textual data and case studies. Through this method, I will formulate theories and hypothesis. I will also study the relationship between various variables that are related to my line of study. Finally, I will settle on the procedures of conducting the research. The procedures will incorporate the designing of questionnaires, preparing a budget for the research and notifying all the concerned stakeholders of my intended research. It shall also incorporate the data analysis procedures and the presentation of already analyzed data (Yin, 2011).
Papers need to be more than 10pages and 12-15 citations. All citations should be from Park university library. Also, use Chicago style with these papers. Here is the link of university library website.http://www.park.edu/library/username: 946195 password: Eb6070870Writing Style
A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses and Dissertations- Chicago Style for Students and Researchers (8th Edition) accepted norms for overall writing guidelines, including all citations, reference pages and title pages.
· 12-15 double spaced pages of research in New Times Roman 12 with 1 inch margins.
· 10-12 literature review sources
· Reference and title pages (do not count toward page count)
· Appendixes as needed (do not count toward page count)
· Headers and subheaders are encouraged
· should follow Chicago (Author/Date) writing guidelines and always provide a title page and reference page.
· The following elements must be included in your proposal, arranged as suggested by Creswell (2014) in Chapter 4.
Introduction
Literature Review
Procedures
Other
Statement of Problem (may include literature review or mini review)
Purpose of the Study
At least one.
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Mr. Bush, a 45-year-old middle school teacher arrives at the emergency department by EMS ground transport after he experienced severe mid-sternal chest pain at work. On arrival to the ED:
a. What priority interventions would you initiate?
b. What information would you require to definitively determine what was causing Mr. Bush’s chest pain?
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Movie Project Presentation: Movie: Troy
Include: Architecture in the movie. Historical research to figure out if the movie did a good job of representing the art historical past of not. Anything in the movie that are related to art or art history. And provide its outline and bibliography (any website source is acceptable as well)
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Motivation and Retention
Discuss the specific strategies you plan to use to motivate individuals from your priority
population to participate in your program and continue working on their behavior change.
You can refer to information you obtained from the Potential Participant Interviews. You
also can search the literature for strategies that have been successfully used in similar
situations; be sure to cite references in APA format.
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Mother of the Year
In recognition of superlative parenting
Elizabeth Nino
is awarded
2012 Mother of the Year
May 9, 2012
MOM
Smash That Like Button: Facebook’s Chris Cox Is Messing with One of the Most Valuable Features on the Internet
Inside Facebook’s Decision to Blow Up the Like Button
The most drastic change to Facebook in years was born a year ago during an off-site at the Four Seasons Silicon Valley, a 10-minute drive from headquarters. Chris Cox, the social network’s chief product officer, led the discussion, asking each of the six executives around the conference room to list the top three projects they were most eager to tackle in 2015. When it was Cox’s turn, he dropped a bomb: They needed to do something about the “like” button.
The like button is the engine of Facebook and its most recognized symbol. A giant version of it adorns the entrance to the company’s campus in Menlo Park, Calif. Facebook’s 1.6 billion users click on it more than 6 billion times a day—more frequently than people conduct searches on Google—which affects billions of advertising dollars each quarter. Brands, publishers, and individuals constantly, and strategically, share the things they think will get the most likes. It’s the driver of social activity. A married couple posts perfectly posed selfies, proving they’re in love; a news organization offers up what’s fun and entertaining, hoping the likes will spread its content. All those likes tell Facebook what’s popular and should be shown most often on the News Feed. But the button is also a blunt, clumsy tool. Someone announces her divorce on the site, and friends grit their teeth and “like” it. There’s a devastating earthquake in Nepal, and invariably a few overeager clickers give it the ol’ thumbs-up.
Changing the button is like Coca-Cola messing with its secret recipe. Cox had tried to battle the like button a few times before, but no idea was good enough to qualify for public testing. “This was a feature that was right in the heart of the way you use Facebook, so it needed to be executed really well in order to not detract and clutter up the experience,” he says. “All of the other attempts had failed.” The obvious alternative, a “dislike” button, had been rejected on the grounds that it would sow too much negativity.
Cox told the Four Seasons gathering that the time was finally right for a change, now that Facebook had successfully transitioned a majority of its business to smartphones. His top deputy, Adam Mosseri, took a deep breath. “Yes, I’m with you,” he said solemnly.
Later that week, Cox brought up the project with his boss and longtime friend. Mark Zuckerberg’s response showed just how much leeway Cox has to take risks with Facebook’s most important service. “He said something like, ‘Yes, do it.’ He was fully supportive,” Cox says. “Good luck,” he remembers Zuckerberg telling him. “That’s a hard one.”
The solution would eventually be named Reactions. It will arrive .
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Mrs. G, a 55 year old Hispanic female, presents to the office for her annual exam. She reports that lately she has been very fatigued and just does not seem to have any energy. This has been occurring for 3 months. She is also gaining weight since menopause last year. She joined a gym and forces herself to go twice a week, where she walks on the treadmill at least 30 minutes but she has not lost any weight, in fact she has gained 3 pounds. She doesn’t understand what she is doing wrong. She states that exercise seems to make her even more hungry and thirsty, which is not helping her weight loss. She wants get a complete physical and to discuss why she is so tired and get some weight loss advice. She also states she thinks her bladder has fallen because she has to go to the bathroom more often, recently she is waking up twice a night to urinate and seems to be urinating more frequently during the day. This has been occurring for about 3 months too. This is irritating to her, but she is able to fall immediately back to sleep.
Current medications:
Tylenol 500 mg 2 tabs daily for knee pain. Daily multivitamin
PMH:
Has left knee arthritis. Had chick pox and mumps as a child. Vaccinations up to
date.
GYN hx:
G2 P1. 1 SAB, 1 living child, full term, wt 9lbs 2 oz. LMP 15months ago. No history of abnormal Pap smear.
FH:
parents alive, well, child alive, well. No siblings. Mother has HTN and father has high cholesterol.
SH:
works from home part time as a planning coordinator. Married. No tobacco history, 1-2 glasses wine on weekends. No illicit drug use
Allergies
: NKDA, allergic to cats and pollen. No latex allergy
Vital signs
: BP 129/80; pulse 76, regular; respiration 16, regular
Height 5’2.5”, weight 185 pounds
General:
obese female in no acute distress. Alert, oriented and cooperative.
Skin
: warm dry and intact. No lesions noted
HEENT:
head normocephalic. Hair thick and distribution throughout scalp. Eyes without exudate, sclera white. Wears contacts. Tympanic membranes gray and intact with light reflex noted. Pinna and tragus nontender. Nares patent without exudate. Oropharynx moist without erythema. Teeth in good repair, no cavities noted. Neck supple. Anterior cervical lymph nontender to palpation. No lymphadenopathy. Thyroid midline, small and firm without palpable masses.
CV
: S1 and S2 RRR without murmurs or rubs
Lungs
: Clear to auscultation bilaterally, respirations unlabored.
Abdomen
- soft, round, nontender with positive bowel sounds present; no organomegaly; no abdominal bruits. No CVAT.
Labwork:
CBC
:
WBC 6,000/mm3 Hgb 12.5 gm/dl Hct 41% RBC 4.6 million MCV 88 fl MCHC
34 g/dl RDW 13.8%
UA:
pH 5, SpGr 1.013, Leukocyte esterase negative, nitrites negative, 1+ glucose; small protein; negative for ketones
CMP:
Sodium 139
Potassium 4.3
Chloride 100
CO2 29
Glucose 95
BUN 12
Creatinine 0.7
GFR est non-AA 92 mL/min/1.73 GFR est AA 101 mL/min/1.73 Calcium 9.5
Total protein 7.6 Bilirubin, total 0.6 Alkaline.
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Mr. Rivera is a 72-year-old patient with end stage COPD who is in the care of Hospice. He has a history of smoking, hypertension, obesity, and type 2 Diabetes. He is on Oxygen 2L per nasal cannula around the clock. His wife and 2 adult children help with his care. Develop a concept map for Mr. Rivera. Consider the patients Ethnic background (he and his family are from Mexico) and family dynamics. Please use the
concept map
form provided.
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Mr. B, a 40-year-old avid long-distance runner previously in good health, presented to his primary provider for a yearly physical examination, during which a suspicious-looking mole was noticed on the back of his left arm, just proximal to the elbow. He reported that he has had that mole for several years, but thinks that it may have gotten larger over the past two years. Mr. B reported that he has noticed itchiness in the area of this mole over the past few weeks. He had multiple other moles on his back, arms, and legs, none of which looked suspicious. Upon further questioning, Mr. B reported that his aunt died in her late forties of skin cancer, but he knew no other details about her illness. The patient is a computer programmer who spends most of the work week indoors. On weekends, however, he typically goes for a 5-mile run and spends much of his afternoons gardening. He has a light complexion, blonde hair, and reports that he sunburns easily but uses protective sunscreen only sporadically.
Physical exam revealed: Head, neck, thorax, and abdominal exams were normal, with the exception of a hard, enlarged, non-tender mass felt in the left axillary region. In addition, a 1.6 x 2.8 cm mole was noted on the dorsal upper left arm. The lesion had an appearance suggestive of a melanoma. It was surgically excised with 3 mm margins using a local anesthetic and sent to the pathology laboratory for histologic analysis. The biopsy came back Stage II melanoma.
1. How is Stage II melanoma treated and according to the research how effective is this treatment?
250 words.
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Moving members of the organization through the change process ca.docxaudeleypearl
Moving members of the organization through the change process can be quite difficult. As leaders take on this challenge of shifting practice from the current state to the future, they face the obstacles of confidence and competence experienced by staff. Change leaders understand the importance of recognizing their moral purpose and helping others to do the same. Effective leaders foster moral purpose by building relationships, considering other’s perspectives, demonstrating respect, connecting others, and examining progress (Fullan & Quinn, 2016). For this Discussion, you will clarify your own moral perspective and how it will impact the elements of focusing direction.
To prepare:
· Review the Adams and Miskell article. Reflect on the measures taken in building capacity throughout the organization.
· Review Fullan and Quinn’s elements of Focusing Direction in Chapter 2. Reflect on aspects needed to build capacity as a leader.
· Analyze the two case examples used to illustrate focused direction in Chapter 2.
· Clarify your own moral purpose, combining your personal values, persistence, emotional intelligence, and resilience.
A brief summary clarifying your own moral imperative.
· Using the guiding questions in Chapter 2 on page 19, explain your moral imperative and how you can use your strengths to foster moral imperative in others.
· Based on Fullan’s information on change leadership, in which areas do you feel you have strong leadership skills? Which areas do you feel you need to continue to develop?
Learning Resources
Required Readings
Fullan, M., & Quinn, J. (2016).
Coherence: The right drivers in action for schools, districts, and systems
. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin.
Chapter 2, “Focusing Direction” (pp. 17–46)
Florian, L. (Ed.). (2014).
The SAGE handbook of special education
(2nd ed.). London, England: Sage Publications Ltd.
Chapter 23, “Researching Inclusive Classroom Practices: The Framework for Participation” (389–404)
Chapter 31, “Assessment for Learning and the Journey Towards Inclusion” (pp. 523–536)
Adams, C.M., & Miskell, R.C. (2016). Teacher trust in district administration: A promising line of inquiry. Journal of Leadership for Effective and Equitable Organizations, 1-32. DOI: 10.1177/0013161X1665220
Choi, J. H., Meisenheimer, J. M., McCart, A. B., & Sailor, W. (2016). Improving learning for all students through equity-based inclusive reform practices effectiveness of a fully integrated school-wide model on student reading and math achievement. Remedial and Special Education, doi:10.1177/0741932516644054
Sailor, W. S., & McCart, A. B. (2014). Stars in alignment. Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 39(1), 55-64. doi: 10.1177/1540796914534622
Required Media
Grand City Community
Laureate Education (Producer) (2016c).
Tracking data
[Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.
Go to the Grand City Community and click into
Grand City School District Administration Offices
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Mr. Friend is acrime analystwith the SantaCruz, Califo.docxaudeleypearl
Mr. Friend is a
crime analyst
with the Santa
Cruz, California,
Police
Department.
Predictive Policing: Using Technology to Reduce Crime
By Zach Friend, M.P.P.
4/9/2013
Nationwide law enforcement agencies face the problem
of doing more with less. Departments slash budgets
and implement furloughs, while management struggles
to meet the public safety needs of the community. The
Santa Cruz, California, Police Department handles the
same issues with increasing property crimes and
service calls and diminishing staff. Unable to hire more
officers, the department searched for a nontraditional
solution.
In late 2010 researchers published a paper that the
department believed might hold the answer. They
proposed that it was possible to predict certain crimes,
much like scientists forecast earthquake aftershocks.
An “aftercrime” often follows an initial crime. The time and location of previous criminal activity helps to
determine future offenses. These researchers developed an algorithm (mathematical procedure) that
calculates future crime locations.1
Equalizing Resources
The Santa Cruz Police Department has 94 sworn officers and serves a population of 60,000. A
university, amusement park, and beach push the seasonal population to 150,000. Department personnel
contacted a Santa Clara University professor to apply the algorithm, hoping that leveraging technology
would improve their efforts. The police chief indicated that the department could not hire more officers.
He felt that the program could allocate dwindling resources more efficiently.
Santa Cruz police envisioned deploying officers by shift to the most targeted locations in the city. The
predictive policing model helped to alert officers to targeted locations in real time, a significant
improvement over traditional tactics.
Making it Work
The algorithm is a culmination of anthropological and criminological behavior research. It uses complex
mathematics to estimate crime and predict future hot spots. Researchers based these studies on
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Known locally as the
“Gateway to the Summit,”
which references the city’s
proximity to the Bechtel Family
National Scout Reserve. More
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Mr. E is a pleasant, 70-year-old, black, maleSource Self, rel.docxaudeleypearl
Mr. E is a pleasant, 70-year-old, black, male
Source: Self, reliable source
Subjective:
Chief complaint:
“I urinate frequently.”
HPI:
Patient states that he has had an increase in urination for the past several years, which seems to be worsening over the past year. He estimates that he urinates clear/light yellow urine approximately every 1.5-2 hours while awake and is up 2-4 times at night to urinate. He states some urgency and hesitancy with urination and feeling of incomplete voiding. He denies any pain or blood. Denies any head trauma. Denies any increase in thirst or hunger. He denies any unintentional weight loss.
Allergies
: NKA
Current Mediations
:
Multivitamin, daily
Aspirin, 81 mg, daily
Olmesartan, 20 mg daily
Atorvastatin, 10 mg daily
Diphenhydramine, 50 mg, at night
Pertinent History:
Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, insomnia
Health Maintenance. Immunizations:
Immunizations up to date
Family History:
No cancer, cardiac, pulmonary or autoimmune disease in immediate family members
Social History:
Patient lives alone. He drinks one cup of caffeinated coffee each morning at the local diner. He denies any nicotine, alcohol or drug use.
ROS:
Incorporated into HPI
Objective:
VS
– BP: 118/68, HR: 86, RR: 16, Temp 97.6, oxygenation 100%, weight: 195 lbs, height: 70 inches.
Mr. E is alert, awake, oriented x 3. Patient is clean and dressed appropriate for age.
Cardiac: No cardiomegaly or thrills; regular rate and rhythm, no murmur or gallop
Respiratory: Clear to auscultation
Abdomen: Bowel sounds positive. Soft, nontender, nondistended, no hepatomegaly
Neuro: CN 2-12 intact
Renal/prostate: Prostate enlarged, non-tender. No asymmetry or nodules palpated
Labs:
Test Name
Result
Units
Reference Range
Color
Yellow
Yellow
Clarity
Clear
Clear
Bilirubin
Negative
Negative
Specific Gravity
1.011
1.003-1.030
Blood
Negative
Negative
pH
7.5
4.5-8.0
Nitrite
Negative
Negative
Leukocyte esterase
Negative
Negative
Glucose
Negative
mg/dL
Negative
Ketones
Negative
mg/dL
Negative
Protein
Negative
mg/dL
Negative
WBC
Negative
/hpf
Negative
RBC
Negative
/hpf
Negative
Lab
Pt’s Result
Range
Units
Sodium
137
136-145
mmol/L
Potassium
4.7
3.5-5.1
mmol/L
Chloride
102
98-107
mmol/L
CO2
30
21-32
mmol/L
Glucose
92
70-99
mg/dL
BUN
7
6-25
mg/dL
Creat
1.6
.8-1.3
mg/dL
GFR
50
>60
Calcium
9.6
8.2-10.2
mg/dL
Total Protein
8.0
6.4-8.2
g/dL
Albumin
4.5
3.2-4.7
g/dL
Bilirubin
1.1
<1.1
mg/dL
Alkaline Phosphatase
94
26-137
U/L
AST
25
0-37
U/L
ALT
55
15-65
U/L
Pt’s results
Normal Range
Units
WBC
9.9
3.4 - 10.8
x10E3/uL
RBC
4.0
3.77 - 5.28
x10E6/uL
Hemoglobin
11.5
11.1 - 15.9
g/dL
H.
Motor Milestones occur in a predictable developmental progression in.docxaudeleypearl
Motor Milestones occur in a predictable developmental progression in young children. They begin with reflexive movements that develop into voluntary movement patterns. For the motor milestone of independent walking, there are many precursor reflexes that must first integrate and beginning movement patterns that must be learned. Explain the motor progression of walking in a child, starting with the integration of primitive reflexes to the basic motor skills needed for a child to walk independently. Discuss at which time frame each milestone occurs from birth to walking (12-18 months of age). What are some reasons why a child could be delayed in walking? At what age is a child considered delayed in walking and in need of intervention? What interventions are available to children who are having difficulty walking? Please be sure to use APA citations for all sources used to formulate your answers.
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Most women experience their closest friendships with those of th.docxaudeleypearl
Most women experience their closest friendships with those of the same sex. Men have suffered more of a stigma in terms of sharing deep bonds with other men. Open affection and connection is not actively encouraged among men. Recent changes in society might impact this, especially with the advent of the meterosexual male. “The meterosexual male is less interested in blood lines, traditions, family, class, gender, than in choosing who they want to be and who they want to be with” (Vernon, 2010, p. 204).
In this week’s reading material, the following philosophers discuss their views on this topic: Simone de Beauvoir, Thomas Aquinas, MacIntyre, Friedman, Hunt, and Foucault. Make sure to incorporate their views as you answer each discussion question. Think about how their views may be similar or different from your own. In at least 250 words total, please answer each of the following, drawing upon your reading materials and your personal insight:
To what extent do you think women still have a better opportunity to forge deeper friendships than men? What needs to change to level the friendship playing field for men, if anything?
How is the role of the meterosexual man helping to forge a new pathway for male friendships?
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Most patients with mental health disorders are not aggressive. Howev.docxaudeleypearl
Most patients with mental health disorders are not aggressive. However, it is important for nurses to be able to know the signs and symptoms associated with the five phases of aggression, and to appropriately apply nursing interventions to assist in treating aggressive patients. Please read the case study below and answer the four questions related to it.
Aggression Case Study
Christopher, who is 14 years of age, was recently admitted to the hospital for schizophrenia. He has a history of aggressive behavior and states that the devil is telling him to kill all adults because they want to hurt him. Christopher has a history of recidivism and noncompliance with his medications. One day on the unit, the nurse observes Christopher displaying hypervigilant behaviors, pacing back and forth down the hallway, and speaking to himself under his breath. As the nurse runs over to Christopher to talk, he sees that his bedroom door is open and runs into his room and shuts the door. The nurse responds by attempting to open the door, but Christopher keeps pulling the door shut and tells the nurse that if the nurse comes in the room he will choke the nurse. The nurse responds by calling other staff to assist with the situation.
1. What phase of the aggression cycle is Christopher in at the beginning of this scenario? What phase is he in at the end the scenario? (State the evidence that supports your answers).
2. What interventions could have been implemented to prevent Christopher from escalating at the beginning of the scenario?
3. What interventions should the nurse take to deescalate the situation when Christopher is refusing to open his door?
4. If a restrictive intervention (restraint/seclusion) is used, what are some important steps for the nurse to remember?
SCHOLAR NURSING ARTICLE>>>APA FORMAT>>>
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Most of our class readings and discussions to date have dealt wi.docxaudeleypearl
Most of our class readings and discussions to date have dealt with the issue of ethics and ethical behavior. Various philosophers have made contributions to jurisprudence including how to apply ethical principles (codes of conduct?) to ethical dilemma.
Your task is to watch the Netflix documentary ‘The Social Dilemma.’ If you cannot currently access Netflix it offers a free trial opportunity, which you can cancel after viewing the documentary. Should this not be an option for whatever reason, then please email me and we will create an alternative ethics question.
DUE DATE: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020 by noon
SEND YOUR NO MORE THAN 5 PAGE DOUBLE SPACED RESPONSE TO MY EMAIL ADDRESS. LATE PAPERS SUBJECT TO DOWNGRADING
As critics have written, the documentary showcases ways our minds are twisted and twirled by social media companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Google through their platforms and search engines, and the why of what they are doing, and what must be done to stop it.
After watching the movie, respond to the following questions in the order given. Use full sentences and paragraphs, and start off each section by stating the question you are answering. Be succinct.
What are the critical ethical issues identified?
What concerns are raised over the polarization of society and promulgation of fake news?
What is the “attention-extraction model” of software design and why worry?
What is “surveillance capitalism?”
Do you agree that social media warps your perceptions of reality?
Who has the power and control over these social media platforms – software designers, artificial intelligence (Ai), CEOs of media platforms, users, government?
Are social media platforms capable of self-regulation to address the political and ethical issues raised or not? If not, then should government regulate?
What other actions can be taken to address the basic concern of living in a world “…where no one believes what’s true.”
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Most people agree we live in stressful times. Does stress and re.docxaudeleypearl
Most people agree we live in stressful times. Does stress and reactions to stress contribute to illness? Explain why or why not. Support your opinions with information from the text.
Make sure to reference and cite your textbook as well as any other source you may use to support your answers to the question. Your initial post must include appropriate APA references at the end.
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Most of the ethical prescriptions of normative moral philosophy .docxaudeleypearl
Most of the ethical prescriptions of normative moral philosophy tend to fall into one of the following three categories: deontology, consequentialism, and virtue ethics. These categories in turn put an emphasis on different normative standards for judging what constitutes right and wrong actions.
Moral psychologists and behavioral economists such as Jonathan Haidt and Dan Ariely take a different approach: focusing not on some normative ethical framework for moral judgment, but rather on the psychological foundations of moral intuition and on the limitations that our human frailty places on real-world honesty, decency, and ethical commitments.
In this context, write a short essay (minimum 400 words) on what you see as the most important differences between the traditional normative philosophical approaches and the more recent empirical approach of moral psychology when it comes to ethics. As part of your answer also make sure that you discuss the implications of these differences.
Deadline reminder:
this assignment is
due on June 14th
. Any assignments submitted after that date will lose 5 points (i.e., 20% of the maximum score of 25 points) for each day that they are submitted late. Accordingly, after June 14th, any submissions would be worth zero points and at that time the assignment inbox will close.
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Most healthcare organizations in the country are implementing qualit.docxaudeleypearl
Most healthcare organizations in the country are implementing quality improvement programs to save lives, enhance customer satisfaction, and reduce the cost of healthcare services. Limited human and material resources often undermine such efforts. Zenith Hospital in a rural community has 200 beds. Postsurgical patients tend to contract infections at the surgical site, requiring extended hospitalization. Mr. Jones—75 years old—was admitted to Zenith Hospital for inguinal hernia repairs. He was also hypertensive, with a compromised immune system. Two days after surgery, he acquired an infection at the surgical site, with elevated temperature, and then he developed septicemia. His condition worsened, and he was moved to isolation in the intensive care unit (ICU). A day after transfer to the ICU, he went into ventricular arrhythmia and was placed on a respirator and cardiac monitoring machine. Intravenous fluids, antibiotics, and antipyretics could not bring the fever down, and blood analysis continued to deteriorate.
The hospital infection control unit got involved. The team confirmed that postsurgical infections were on the increase, but the hospital was unable to identify the sources of infection. The surgery unit and surgical team held meetings to understand possible sources of infection. The team leader had earlier reported to management that they needed to hire more surgical nurses, arguing that nurses in the unit were overworked, had to go on leave, and often worked long hours without break.
Mr. Jones’ family members were angry and wanted to know the source of his infection, why he was on the respirator in isolation, and why his temperature was not coming down. Unfortunately, his condition continued to deteriorate. His daughter invited the family’s legal representative to find out what was happening to her father and to commence legal proceedings.
Then, the healthcare manager received information that two other patients were showing signs of postsurgical infection. The healthcare manager and care providers acknowledged the serious quality issues at Zenith Hospital, particularly in the surgical unit. The healthcare manager wrote to the Chairman of the Hospital Board, seeking approval to implement a quality improvement program. The Board held an emergency meeting and approved the manager’s request. The healthcare manager has invited you to support the organization in this process.
Please address the following questions in your response:
What are successful approaches for gaining a shared understanding of the problem?
How can effective communication be implemented?
What is a qualitative approach that helps in identifying the quality problem?
What tools can provide insight into understanding the problem?
In quality improvement, what does appreciative inquiry help do?
What is a benefit of testing solutions before implementation?
What is a challenge that is inherent in the application of the plan, do, study, act (PDSA) method?
What .
More work is necessary on how to efficiently model uncertainty in ML.docxaudeleypearl
More work is necessary on how to efficiently model uncertainty in ML and NLP, as well as how to represent uncertainty resulting from big data analytics.
Pages - 4
Excluding the required cover page and reference page.
APA format 7 with an introduction, a body content, and a conclusion.
No Plagiarism
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Mortgage-Backed Securities and the Financial CrisisKelly Finn.docxaudeleypearl
Mortgage-Backed Securities and the Financial Crisis
Kelly Finn
FNCE 4302
Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) are “pass-through” bundles of housing debt sold as investment vehicles
A mortgage-backed security, MBS, is a type of asset-backed security that pays investors regular payments, similar to a bond. It gets the title as a “pass-through” because the security involves several entities in the origination and securitization process (where the asset is identified, and where it is used as a base to create a new investment instrument people can profit off of).
Key Players involved in the MBS Process
[Mortgage] Lenders: banks who sell mortgages to GSE’s
GSE: Government Sponsored Entities created by the US Government to make owning property more accessible to Americans
1938: Fannie Mae (FNMA): Federal National Mortgage Assoc.
1970: Freddie Mac (FHLMC): Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp.
Increase mortgage borrowing
Introduce competitor to Fannie Mae
1970: Ginnie Mae (GNMA): Government National Mortgage Assoc.
US Government: Treasury: implicit commitment of providing support in case of trouble
The several entities involved in the process make MBS a “pass-through”. Here we have 3 main entities that we’ll call “Key Players” for the purpose of this presentation which aims to provide you with a basic and simple explanation of MBS and their role in the financial crisis.
GSE’s created by the US Government in 1938
Part of FDR’s New Plan during Great Depression
Purpose: make owning property more accessible to more Americans
GSE (ex. Fannie Mae) buys mortgages (debt) from banks, & then pools mortgages into little bundles investors can buy (securitization)
Bank’s mortgage is exchanged with GSE’s cash
Created liquid secondary market for mortgages
Result:
1) Bank has more cash to lend out to people
2) Now all who want to a house (expensive) can get the money needed to buy one!
Where MBS came from & when
Yay for combatting homelessness and increasing quality of life for the common American!
Thanks Uncle Sam!
MBS have been around for a long time. Officially in the US, they have their origins in government. During the Great Depression in the 1930s, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed into creation Fannie Mae that was brought about to help ease American citizen’s difficulty in becoming homeowners. The sole purpose of a GSE thus was to not make profit, but to promote citizen welfare in regards to housing. Seeing that it was created by regulatory government powers, it earned the title of Government Sponsored Entity, which we will abbreviate as GSE. 2 other GSE’s in housing were created in later decades like Freddie Mae, to further stimulate the mortgage market alongside Fannie, and Ginnie which did a similar thing but only for certain groups of people (Veterans, etc) and to a much smaller scale.
How MBS works: Kelly is a homeowner looking to borrow a lot of money
*The Lender, who issued Kelly the mor.
Moral Development Lawrence Kohlberg developed six stages to mora.docxaudeleypearl
Moral Development:
Lawrence Kohlberg developed six stages to moral behavior in children and adults. Punishment and obedience orientation, interpersonal concordance, law and order orientation, social contract orientation, and universal ethics orientation. All or even just one of these stages will make a good topic for your research paper or you could just do the research paper on Kohlberg.
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Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
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The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
The Art Pastor's Guide to Sabbath | Steve ThomasonSteve Thomason
What is the purpose of the Sabbath Law in the Torah. It is interesting to compare how the context of the law shifts from Exodus to Deuteronomy. Who gets to rest, and why?
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
How to Create Map Views in the Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
The map views are useful for providing a geographical representation of data. They allow users to visualize and analyze the data in a more intuitive manner.
How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology:
Ethnobotany in herbal drug evaluation,
Impact of Ethnobotany in traditional medicine,
New development in herbals,
Bio-prospecting tools for drug discovery,
Role of Ethnopharmacology in drug evaluation,
Reverse Pharmacology.
Research Area. Importance of physical security as it relates to fa.docx
1. Research Area. Importance of physical security as it relates to
facial recognition at workplace.
Research Question: How can facial recognition enhance
physical security at workplace.
Executive Program Practical Connection Assignment
Component Proficient (15 to 20 points) Competent (8 to 14
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Demonstrates strong writing skills.
Student paid close attention to spelling
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paragraphs are grammatically correct.
Proper use of APA formatting. Properly
and explicitly cited outside resources.
Reference list matches citations.
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grammar, and style.
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lacking clarity. Student paid some
attention to spelling and
punctuation, but there are errors
within the writing. Needs attention
to proper writing skills.
Use of APA formatting and citations
of outside resources, but has a few
instances in which proper citations
are missing.
Assignment does not demonstrate
graduate-level proficiency in
organization, grammar, and style.
Assignment is poorly written and
confusing. Ideas are not
communicated effectively. Student
4. paid no attention to spelling and
punctuation. Demonstrates poor
writing skills.
The assignment lacks the use of APA
formatting and does not provide
proper citations or includes no
citations.
Maintains
purpose/focus
Submission is well organized and has a
tight and cohesive focus that is
integrated throughout the document
Submissions has an organizational
structure and the focus is clear
throughout.
Submission lacks focus or contains
major drifts in focus
5. Understanding of
Course Content
Student demonstrates understand of
course content and knowledge.
Student demonstrates some
understanding of course content
and knowledge.
Student does not demonstrate
understanding of course content and
knowledge.
Work Environment
Application
Student strongly demonstrates the
practical application, or ability to apply,
of course objectives within a work
environment.
6. Student demonstrates some
practical application, or ability to
apply, of course objectives within a
work environment.
Student does not demonstrate the
practical application, or ability to
apply, of course objectives within a
work environment.
The Assignment
➢ Research topic:
o Introduced and described to establish the main ideas and
context of the proposed
research topic (Three (3) paragraphs with at least three (3)
different citations)
Example:
The research topic is introduced and described to establish the
main ideas and context of
the proposed study
7. ➢ Provide an overview of the research project
o (Provide credible information from authors or practitioners
who have conducted
research in this discipline or area and have recommended more
research is
needed) (At least five (5) paragraphs at least 11 different in-text
citations)
Example:
Over the past two decades, the [environment of your problem]
has changed. While
………have improved,………….. aspects have not achieved the
same level of expectations
(reference, 2013). Toward this end, research investigations have
indicated [a shortage or gap in
the knowledge that is needed – what is this] (reference, 2013;
reference, 2009). This lack of
……….. is creating……………., which must be improved to
……………. Therefore,
………….. research is needed to ………………(reference, 2013).
Explain why is the topic of
current interest….Why is the research area of importance to
practical concerns
8. ➢ Provide the research methodology will be used
o Qualitative or Quantitative, and why?
o (At least two (2) paragraphs at least four (4) different
citations)
➢ Provide a problem statement for the research project
o (At least two (2) paragraphs at least six (6) different citations)
Example:
-Discusses the general issue/observation that in practice leads to
the need for a study
-Citations are five years old or less from peer-reviewed
literature or Government databases
The school library has a wealth of information
-Problem identified is a practical problem versus a theoretical
problem
-Problem is directly connected to the course topic and
concentrations
➢ Provide a purpose statement for the research project
o (At least two (2) paragraphs at least two (2) different
citations)
Example:
Qualitative Methodology
• After establishing the statement of the problem, align the
9. purpose statement with the
problem statement
• The purpose statement identifies the direction and goals of the
proposed/accomplished
work
• The following content should be considered for inclusion in a
purpose statement
• The strategy of inquiry
• The study’s method of conveying learning
• The central phenomenon of the study
• The participants in the study
• The site of the research
• The phenomenon or primary idea used to focus the study
• A tentative definition of the central phenomenon
Quantitative Methodology
• After establishing the statement of the problem, align the
purpose statement with the
problem statement
• The purpose statement identifies the direction and goals of the
10. proposed/accomplished
work
• The following content should be considered for inclusion in a
purpose statement
– The study type description
– The study’s independent variable, dependent variable, and
control variable
– Participants
– The geographical location of the study
– Definitions of the independent variable, dependent variable,
and control variable
– Additional results the study may provide
– The intended users of the research results
➢ Provide a research question for the project
o -Questions are aligned with problem and purpose (i.e.,
research questions are the
problem stated as a question) Research questions are not
answerable with a “Yes”
or “No” response
o (Qualitative research questions should start with the words
such as what or
how…. quantitative should begin with is, are, or why) (At least
two (2)
11. paragraphs at least six (6) different citations)
Example:
• Research questions are for the researcher only
• Research questions guide the researcher’s thinking to ensure
the proper data are
collected, which answers the problem in the problem statement
or fills the noted gap
• Qualitative research questions should start with the words
what or how
– Creswell (2009) indicated these words indicate an openness
and emergence of
design, which addresses the phenomenon of interest
– Your qualitative study will have one overarching research
question
– Qualitative research questions are developed based on a
central question
– Qualitative research questions do not have hypotheses
Qualitative Research Question example ... If the problem
sentence is …The problem to be
addressed in the proposed study is since 1980, more than 50%
of small business start-ups fail in
the first 5 years because the leadership competencies for start-
12. up IT managers have not been
established (Greene, 2012). Then the purpose sentence is … The
purpose of the proposed
qualitative phenomenological study is to explore the leadership
competencies for start-up IT
managers. Then the research question is …What are the
leadership competencies for start-up IT
managers? Quantitative Research Question example…
Focus your research questions on the possible relationship
(correlation) between/among
variables, only. Consider formatting your research questions as
To what extent, if any, does (independent variable) relate to
(dependent variable)
for (participants) at (the research site)?
In addition, hypotheses are needed for quantitative questions
Hypothesis statement format
H10: <null>
H1A: <alternative>
• H10: IT flexibility is not correlated to IT effectiveness
• H1A: IT flexibility is correlated to IT effectiveness
13. Example
To what extent, if any, is there a significant influence of
operational software types (independent
variable [IV]) on user satisfaction (dependent variable [DV])
within small manufacturing
businesses?
H10: A correlation does not exist between operational software
types (IV) and
user satisfaction (DV) within small manufacturing businesses
H1A: A correlation does exist between operational software
types (IV) and user
satisfaction (DV) within small manufacturing businesses
➢ Hypotheses/Propositions
o You do not have both. Hypotheses are for quantitative
research, and propositions
for qualitative research
o Three (3) paragraphs six (6) different citations
Example:
Quantitative:
- Rationale for the hypotheses is provided
- Both null and alternative hypotheses are provided
14. - Hypotheses are testable with each variable operationalized
- Phrasing of hypotheses reflects the nature of analysis (i.e.,
comparison, relationship, or
association)
Qualitative:
- Provide statements that direct the focus of the study
➢ Significance of the Study
o At least three (3) paragraphs at least six (6) different
citations)
Example:
Present the following
– A global reason for conducting the study
– The study’s uniqueness
– The anticipated value or impact to the problem domain (i.e.,
what specifically to
management)
– Who specifically will benefit from the study’s results
• Academic field,
15. • Society,
• Profession,
• Community, or
• Population
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From the checklist… Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Indicates a global reason for the study and its uniqueness
• Indicates the anticipated value or impact to the problem
domain (i.e., what specifically to
management or computer science)
• Indicates who will benefit from the study’s results (i.e., the
academic field, to society, to a
profession, to the community, and/or to a particular population)
➢ Definition of Terms
o 15 commonly used words with cited definitions
Example:
A need exists for a knowledge sharing vocabulary that
establishes similar meaning and
enable common understanding
16. • Words defined in an unusual manner or have more than one
definition need to be defined
• Terms must be unique and critical to the study
• Presented alphabetically
• Suggest the following format
Term: The term is . . . (reference, year).
Phrase of words: The phrase of words is . . . (reference, year).
• Discusses definitions representing key operational terms or
words that are unique and/or
critical to reader understanding (i.e., defined in an unusual
manner or have more than one
definition)
• Definitions are supported with citations while minimizing
quotations
➢ General overview of the research method and design
o (At least three (3) paragraphs at least nine (9) different
citations)
Example:
Writing for this section should address
o Brief statement of what a methodology establishes
o Indicate three methodologies exist
17. o Indicate which methodology is chosen and why
o Indicate why other two methodologies were not chosen
o Based on chosen methodology, indicate design options
available
o Indicate which design is chosen and why
o Indicate why other design options were not chosen
o In summary for this section, indicate simply why chosen
methodology and design is
appropriate for proposed study.
• Presents a synopsis of the research methodology and why the
methodology is appropriate for
the study
• Identifies and generally describes research design and why the
design is appropriate for the
study
• Identifies and generally describes research procedures (e.g.,
action research, long interviews)
• Places the study in context with similar studies
Conclusion
18. [REPLACE WITH YOUR DISSERTATION TITLE]
A Dissertation Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the
Requirements for the Degree of
Doctor of [Management or Computer Science]
By
[Replace with your Name]
Colorado Technical University
[Replace with Month, Year of Completion]
Committee
[Mentor name], [Degree], Chair
[Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member
[Committee Name], [Degree], Committee Member
__________________________________________
Date Approved
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20. Purpose
Statement............................................................................ ....
....................... 3
Research Question(s)
...............................................................................................
... 4
Hypotheses/Propositions..........................................................
................................... 6
Theoretical Perspectives/Conceptual
Framework....................................................... 8
Assumptions/Biases
...............................................................................................
..... 8
Significance of the Study
............................................................................................ 9
Delimitations...........................................................................
.................................. 11
Limitations
...............................................................................................
................. 11
Definition of
Terms.....................................................................................
.............. 12
General Overview of the Research Design
............................................................... 13
Summary of Chapter One
21. ......................................................................................... 13
Organization of Dissertation (or Proposal)
............................................................... 14
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Chapter
Two........................................................................................
.......................... 15
Review and Discussion of the Literature
.................................................................. 15
Summary of Literature
Review.................................................................................
16
Chapter
Three............................................................................... .......
.......................... 17
Research
Tradition(s).............................................................................
................... 17
Research Questions
............................................................................. ..................
.... 17
Research
Design....................................................................................
.................... 18
23. iv
List of Figures
[Add List of Figures here]
1
Chapter One
Dissertation topic is introduced and described to establish the
main ideas and context of
the proposed study … something like………..
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Sustainable management skills have become increasingly
important in electronic design
project management (reference, 2012), especially for managers
working in [indicate your
concentration relationship]. These skills have a vital effect in
[indicate the importance]. Thus,
[your concentration] managers have many important
responsibilities, including the development
of [indicate how your research is a needed solution to resolving
issues within your topic domain]
24. (reference, 2009; reference, 2013).
The goal of this study is to understand, from the standpoint of
…………, which [indicate
topic solutions] and managers consider valuable with respect to
[your research topic]. The
significant meaning of [your topic solution] is ………….
(reference, 2012; reference, 2006).
However, [your research topic] are often complicated by the
dissimilar perceptions concerning
what [your research solution should indicate] (reference, 2014;
reference, 2014; reference, 2014).
Organizations often struggle to maintain …………… (reference,
2014; reference, 2009).
Thus, understanding [your topic], such as ……………, can
uncover ………… needed to
………….. (reference, 2012). Toward this end, [your topic
solution] is dependent upon the
diverse nature of ……………. (reference, 2014; reference,
2014).
Well-established [your topic solutions] are vital to ……….
success (reference, 2012).
Toward this end, [your topic solution] reduces …………..
(reference, 2011; reference, 2011).
One scheme to [reduce your topic problem] failures could be to
25. …………… (reference, 2011;
reference, 2011; reference, 2014).
Commented [SM1]: This information is not intended to
be a fill in the blank template; rather, the information is
provided as training material so you understand what is
expected. Compare your writing to the Dissertation
Template and the Dissertation Checklist.
Commented [SM2]: This is the research topic. Notice how
the research topic is presented first.
Go to the problem / research question that needs a solution
and your research will address.
Notice, there are no questions presented here. Present
issues/concerns indicating research that is needed.
Then, in the next section, you present the background of
these issues/concerns.
This introduction is approximately one page.
2
The primary concern that a [your concentration] manager must
resolve regarding [your
topic] issues is to ensure ………….. (reference, 2004; reference,
2010). Thus, [your
concentration] managers must have the ………….. to
accomplish ……….. essential to the
26. organization’s success. Delineating the [your topic solution]
needed in a [type of] company is a
complicated, vague, and complex issue due to the ………….
involved (reference, 2012).
The …………. industry [or organizations] needs ……….. to
maintain a successful
……………… (reference, 2013; reference, 2013). However,
focused research on …………. is
needed to ensure …………….. can be achieved.
Topic Overview/Background
Dissertation topic is introduced and described to establish the
main ideas and context of
the proposed study … something like ………..
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Over the past two decades, the [environment of your problem]
has changed. While
……… have improved, ………….. aspects have not achieved the
same level of expectations
(reference, 2013). Toward this end, research investigations have
indicated [a shortage or gap in
the knowledge that is needed – what is this] (reference, 2013;
reference, 2009). This lack of
27. ……….. is creating ……………., which must be improved to
……………. Therefore,
………….. research is needed to ……………… (reference,
2013).
The review of past and current research offered ……………. in
a ………….. setting
(reference, 2014). However, practitioners and researchers have
given only a nominal thought to
……………. In other studies, researchers have ……………. and
……………. (reference, 2013;
reference, 2006). Follow-on research has addressed
……………., but ………….. still remains
Commented [SM3]: Why is topic of current interest
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unsolved. Thus, from these rudimentary determinations, it is
conceivable to [do what] to
understand [what] within [what] environments.
[your concentration] managers have typically understood
…………….. Overall, [your
topic and its solutions] play a significant role that is central to
……………… (reference, 2013).
Earlier research has exposed ……………. (reference, 2011).
28. Hence, the desire is to
…………….. (reference, 2009). Based on these findings, studies
have surveyed [summarization
of what has been done] (reference, 2009; reference, 2011).
[The types of solutions you envision] are necessary to [do what]
are an essential, critical
factor to [your topic’s] present and future survival (reference,
2014). However, [work in your
topic area] continue to advance and evolve. Thus, present-day
[activities and scenarios applicable
to the problem you see needs to be addressed] are forcing
…………….. [your concentration]
managers to incorporate new ……………………. (reference,
2009). As such, …………. need to
evolve to maintain and improve current ……………… and
become more effective to
……………….. (reference, 2011; reference, 2013).
Problem Statement
-Discusses the general issue/observation that in practice leads to
the need for a study
-Citations are 5 years old or less from peer-reviewed literature
or Government databases
-Problem identified is a practical problem versus a theoretical
29. problem
-Problem is directly connected to degree type and
concentrations
…………..something like………..
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My suggestions for writing a problem statement are …….
Elements of a Problem Statement include
Commented [SM4]: Focuses on area of research interest
Commented [SM5]: Lays the groundwork for what has
been done in the research area.
Commented [SM6]: Why is research area of importance
to practical concerns
Commented [SM7]: From Dissertation Checklist
4
--A cited statement of the specialty-related problem
--Anchor the problem using a number or statistic to illustrate its
significance for doctoral
research
--Identifying the gap in the literature regarding the problem
30. --Indicating how the proposed study might fill the gap
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Using these suggestions, a problem opportunity statement could
be….
The problem to be addressed in the proposed study is the
significant distrust in automated
medical records, which is causing more than 10,000 deaths each
year (Jones, 2015). The lack of
medical record data security is known to be the primary reason
patients do not feel safe with
automated medical records (Smith, 2013). Once the
characteristics of safe medical records are
determined, automated medical records could be established
with the necessary safe aspects
expected by the using public (Green, 2014).
Notice how the above paragarph contains the four elements of a
problem statement and
satisfies the Dissertation checklist.
Add a second paragraph to the problem opportunity statement if
you believe it is needed.
Purpose Statement
Qualitative
31. • After establishing the statement of the problem, align the
purpose statement with the
problem statement
• The purpose statement identifies the direction and goals of the
proposed/accomplished
work
• The following content should be considered for inclusion in a
purpose statement
Commented [SM8]: My comments on what you should be
considering when writing the problem opportunity statement.
Commented [SM9]: Prepare something like this for your
problem opportunity statement.
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• The strategy of inquiry
• The study’s method of conveying learning
• The central phenomenon of the study
• The participants in the study
• The site of the research
• The phenomenon or primary idea used to focus the study
• A tentative definition of the central phenomenon
32. Quantitative
• After establishing the statement of the problem, align the
purpose statement with the
problem statement
• The purpose statement identifies the direction and goals of the
proposed/accomplished
work
• The following content should be considered for inclusion in a
purpose statement
– The study type description
– The study’s independent variable, dependent variable, and
control variable
– Participants
– The geographical location of the study
– Definitions of the independent variable, dependent variable,
and control variable
– Additional results the study may provide
– The intended users of the research results
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From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
33. • Concise statements describing the intent of the study
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• Aligns with the problem
• Indicates the reason for the study
• Research method is identified
• Research design is identified
• Quantitative studies identify the variables/constructs
• Qualitative studies identify the phenomenon/concepts
• Identifies specific population
• Identifies the number of participants
• Identifies the geographic location of the study
Research Question
-Questions are aligned with problem and purpose (i.e., research
questions are the problem
stated as a question)
-Research questions are not answerable with a “Yes” or “No”
response
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• Research questions are for the researcher only
• Research questions guide the researcher’s thinking to ensure
the proper data are
collected, which answers the problem in the problem statement
or fills the noted gap
34. • Qualitative research questions should start with the words
what or how
– Creswell (2009) indicated these words indicate an openness
and emergence of
design, which addresses the phenomenon of interest
– Your qualitative study will have one overarching research
question
– Qualitative research questions are developed based on a
central question
– Qualitative research questions do not have hypotheses
Qualitative Research Question example ...
If the problem sentence is … The problem to be addressed in the
proposed study is since 1980,
more than 50% of small business start-ups fail in the first 5
years because the leadership
competencies for start-up IT managers have not been
established (Greene, 2012).
Commented [SM10]: From Dissertation Checklist
7
Then the purpose sentence is … The purpose of the proposed
qualitative phenomenological
35. study is to explore the leadership competencies for start-up IT
managers.
Then the research question is … What are the leadership
competencies for start-up IT managers?
Quantitative Research Question example …
Focus your research questions on the possible relationship
(correlation) between/among
variables, only. Consider formatting your research questions as
To what extent, if any, does (independent variable) relate to
(dependent variable)
for (participants) at (the research site)?
In addition, hypotheses are needed for quantitative questions
Hypothesis statement format
H10: <null>
H1A: <alternative>
• H10: IT flexibility is not correlated to IT effectiveness
• H1A: IT flexibility is correlated to IT effectiveness
Example
To what extent, if any, is there a significant influence of
operational software types (independent
36. variable [IV]) on user satisfaction (dependent variable [DV])
within small manufacturing
businesses?
H10: A correlation does not exist between operational software
types (IV) and
user satisfaction (DV) within small manufacturing businesses
8
H1A: A correlation does exist between operational software
types (IV) and user
satisfaction (DV) within small manufacturing businesses
Hypotheses/Propositions
You do not have both. Hypotheses are used for quantitative
research. Proposition is used
for qualitative research.
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From the checklist ….
Quantitative
- Rationale for the hypotheses is provided
- Both null and alternative hypotheses are provided
- Hypotheses are testable with each variable operationalized
- Phrasing of hypotheses reflects nature of analysis (i.e.,
comparison, relationship, or association)
37. Qualitative
- Provide statements that direct the focus of the study
Theoretical Perspectives/Conceptual Framework
You do not have both. Your framework is the
theoretical/conceptual boundary of your
study; your problem is somewhere within the framework
(theoretical framework = quantitative;
conceptual framework = qualitative; not both)
Your writing should indicate the chosen theory and the
establishment of a framework
within which your study fits
An analogy
The fence around your backyard is the framework
The framework captures a set of concepts, ideas, and theories,
which define or
establish a topic field or domain
Somewhere within the backyard, you will plant a tree (your
study)
Commented [RL11]: Change the heading, by deleting the
word not associated with your study.
-Quantitative should use Hypotheses
-Qualitative should use Propositions
-Other methods usually use Proposition
38. 9
Your framework section describes where you intend to plant
your tree within the
established framework, with justification from the literature that
supports
your planting decisions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EcnufgQzMjc is an example
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Here are the checklist items. Suggest a paragraph for each
bulleted item
• Presents an overview of the broad conceptual and/or
theoretical framework of the study
• Describes how the research problem/questions are “bounded”
by the framework
• Indicates the theory under which the research falls
• Establishes how proposed research “fits” with other research
in the field
• Discusses issues, perspectives, and, if appropriate,
controversies in the field
• Demonstrates familiarity with historical and current literature
Assumptions/Biases
• Within the study, basic assumptions underlie the discussions
of your topic (facts assumed
39. to be true, but not verified). Examples might be
– Participant confidentiality or anonymity issues are removed
by design
– Cultural and environmental factors are inherent and cannot be
removed by proper
design
– Sample size determines the variability of the population
– The participants chosen have insights to topic being studied
– Your methodology is appropriate for your problem
– Your methodology requires [fill in the blank], which allows a
logical analysis of
data needed to formulate a problem solution
– Data assumptions
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• [Fill in the blank with methodology] requires valid [fill in the
blank with
data type], which will be collected reliably with instrument
• [Fill in the blank with your topic] will be the sole focus of the
study
• Your research will be an analysis of [fill in the blank with
40. data type] data
requiring [fill in the blank with analysis type] analysis
• Research biases must be removed or reduced
• Provide a clear statement of researcher responsibility to
collect valid and reliable data
– Precludes the concern for garbage-in/garbage out
– Provide a clear statement of researcher experience with the
study topic
– IRB will be interested in the probability of bias because of
pre-existing topic
knowledge
– Acknowledge data collection and data analysis will follow
existing techniques
explicitly; deviations will be documented in the Proposal
– Provide a clear statement recognizing the possibility of biases
– Indicate these biases will be removed or reduced
– Personal feeling and biases as well as presupposed problems
and issues will be set
aside
– Topic awareness supports a better understanding of the
research plan
41. ---------------------------------------------------------
Here are the checklist items. Suggest you provide a paragraph
for each bulleted item.
• Discusses how basic assumptions underlie the research topic
(i.e., facts are assumed to be
true, but not verified)
• Provides a clear statement of researcher experience with the
research problem/questions
• Provides a clear statement recognizing the possibility of
biases
• Discusses possible personal biases or preconceived ideas and
values
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Significance of the Study
• Present the following
– A global reason for conducting the study
– The study’s uniqueness
– The anticipated value or impact to the problem domain (i.e.,
what specifically to
management)
– Who specifically will benefit from the study’s results
• Academic field,
42. • Society,
• Profession,
• Community, or
• Population
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From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Indicates a global reason for the study and its uniqueness
• Indicates the anticipated value or impact to the problem
domain (i.e., what specifically to
management or computer science)
• Indicates who will benefit from the study’s results (i.e., the
academic field, to society, to a
profession, to the community, and/or to a particular population)
Delimitations
• Indicates what variables the researcher can control (or limit)
• Delimitations are the bounds of the study
• Examples
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43. o This study will confine itself to surveying (describe sample
selection).
o This study will focus on (name key variables).
o Only (explain how you will eliminate/include potential
subjects) will be included in
the study.
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From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Discusses delimitations are the bounds of the study
• Discusses the variables the researcher can control (or limit)
that are applicable to the study
Limitations
• The research aspects the researcher cannot control (i.e., the
potential weaknesses)
• Indicate any limitations because of instrument
validity/reliability issues
• Examples
o This study is limited by the honesty of the subjects' responses
during the interviews
o This study is limited by the amount of time available to
conduct the study
o Validity of this study is limited to the reliability of the
44. instruments used.
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From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Discusses limitations are the research aspects the researcher
cannot control (i.e., the potential
weaknesses)
• Discusses the variables the researcher cannot control or limit
• Indicates any limitations because of instrument
validity/reliability issues
13
Definition of Terms
• A need exists for a knowledge sharing vocabulary that
establishes similar meaning and
enable common understanding
• Words defined in an unusual manner or have more than one
definition need to be defined
• Terms must be unique and critical to the study
• Presented alphabetically
• Suggest the following format
Term: The term is . . . (reference, year).
45. Phrase of words: The phrase of words is . . . (reference, year).
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From the checklist …
• Discusses definitions representing key operational terms or
words that are unique and/or
critical to reader understanding (i.e., defined in an unusual
manner or have more than one
definition)
• Definitions are supported with citations while minimizing
quotations
General Overview of the Research Design
• Writing for this section should address
o Brief statement of what a methodology establishes
o Indicate three methodologies exist
o Indicate which methodology is chosen and why
o Indicate why other two methodologies were not chosen
o Based on chosen methodology, indicate design options
available
o Indicate which design is chosen and why
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46. o Indicate why other design options were not chosen
o In summary for this section, indicate simply why chosen
methodology and design is
appropriate for proposed study.
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From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Presents a synopsis of the research methodology and why the
methodology is appropriate for
the study
• Identifies and generally describes research design and why the
design is appropriate for the
study
• Identifies and generally describes research procedures (e.g.,
action research, long interviews)
• Places the study in context with similar studies
Summary of Chapter One
From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for each of the
bulleted items.
• Summarizes key points presented in Chapter 1 (with
supporting citations)
• Introduces Chapter 2 and presents its importance to the study
• Transitions the reader to Chapter 2
Organization of Proposal
47. From the checklist … Suggest a paragraph for …
• Presents a brief discussion of how the proposal/dissertation is
organized
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Chapter Two
[Of the five (or six) chapters of a CTU dissertation, the
structure of Chapter Two is the
most variable. The heading in Chapter Two will be specific to
the content of the chapter, as it is
related to the research topic and proposed study. However, the
following elements should be
included in Chapter Two, regardless of the sections.
Chapter Two is a presentation of a review of the literature. The
researcher accomplishes
three things during the process of developing Chapter Two: a)
the researcher develops subject
matter expertise in the topics relating to his/her research, b) the
researcher identifies and
substantiates a gap in the body of knowledge (your topic) that
will be addressed by the study, and
c) the researcher develops a conceptual framework which
48. informs the research design. THIS
DESCRIPTION SHOULD BE REMOVED BEFORE
SUBMITTING THE MANUSCRIPT]
[Chapter Two shall contain the following content (although
headings may vary):]
[The introduction to Chapter Two tells the reader what the
chapter is to be about, and
tells the reader how the chapter will be organized. According to
APA sixth edition, this section
should not have a heading.]
Review and Discussion of the Literature (the exact headings
will depend on the content)
[The researcher presents and discusses key literature related to
his/her topic and makes
the connection between these and his/her research topic. The
sections in the Review and
Discussion of the Literature should demonstrate the researcher’s
mastery of the literature in
his/her area(s) of study. The sections throughout Chapter 2
should be descriptive of the material
being shared. Each major section should use CTU Level 1
style.]
[A synthesis of the literature should also be included. The
synthesis is a purposeful
49. organization of information that reflects the researcher’s critical
thinking that supports the
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25 pages.
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direction that this specific research takes. The synthesis
provides the foundation for the
conceptual framework which is a narrative (and visual, if
desired) picture of how the literature
examination and subsequent critical thinking combine to form a
“whole” which represents the
researcher’s intellectual approach to the study. As a result, it is
clear to both the researcher and
readers how the topics discussed are seen in relationship to each
other from the unique
perspective of the researcher, and supported by the literature.
This synthesis may be presented in
a variety of ways, but often is topological or chronological, or
both.]
Conceptual Framework
[This section should discuss, in narrative form, how the
researcher sees the relationships
50. between, and orientation of, the theories, models, constructs,
contexts, researcher assumptions,
etc. explored during the literature review and how these fit
together in the researcher’s thinking.
This provides the researcher with an opportunity to craft his/her
own unique approach to the
research or to confirm that their proposed research matches
existing research by presenting a
coherent logic for the proposed research. It is highly
recommended that a graphic representation
accompany the narrative in this section. If using another
author’s conceptual framework (because
it completely matches yours) please attribute the framework. If
using a graphic from another
author that completely matches yours you must have written
permission from the copyright
holder to reprint their material (Please see the Dissertation
Toolbox for more information on
Conceptual Frameworks).]
Summary of Literature Review
The researcher provides a summary of the key elements of
Chapter Two and provides a
brief transition to Chapter 3.
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Chapter Three
Restates the research problem
Restates the research purpose
Reflects a brief overview of the chapter
Research Tradition
A methodology is used in research to . . . (reference, year).
--continue paragraph 1 … use citations--
The qualitative methodology will be used for the proposed
study.
--continue paragraph 2 … use citations --
The qualitative methodology is appropriate for the proposed
study because . . . (reference,
year). The quantitative methodology will not be used for the
proposed study because… The
mixed methods methodology will not be used for the proposed
study because …
--continue paragraph 3 … use citations --
A research design is used to …. (reference, year).
52. --continue paragraph 4 … use citations --
Based on the selection of the qualitative methodology, an
exploratory design approach
will be used (reference, year).
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is provided as training material so you understand what
is expected. Compare your writing to the Dissertation
Template and the Dissertation Checklist.
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--continue paragraph 5 … use citations --
An exploratory qualitative approach is appropriate for the
proposed study because …
(reference, year). I considered three design options:
ethnography, case study, and
phenomenology. The case study design will not be used for the
proposed study because… The
ethnography design will not be used in the proposed study
because … The phenomenological
design will not be used in the proposed study because …
--continue paragraph 6 … use citations --
53. Research Question
Restates the research question and hypotheses (if quantitative)
--copy and paste from Chapter 1--
Presents the overarching question on what will be researched
for the study
--continue paragraph 2--
Research Design
Indicate in this section the organization of the research design
sections that you will be
addressing.
The above Research Design information is one paragraph.
Population and Sample
The population in a research study …….. (reference, year). The
population for the
proposed study is [fill in population] in [fill in location] that
have successfully performed [fill in
what you are studying]. The estimated size of the population is
[fill in quantification]. This
population is appropriate because …………. (reference, year).
[Fill in generalized reference to
company(s) or people] are the [facilities or group] that will be
used to conduct the study.
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A sample is ……….. (reference, year). Sample size is ………..
(reference, year). Sample
size is determined by ……….. (reference, year). The sample
size for the proposed study is
………… (reference, year). The sample size is appropriate
because XXXXXX (year) and
YYYYYY (year) conducted similar studies where a sample size
of ….. and ….. were used.
Sampling Procedure
A sampling procedure is ………. (reference, year). For the
proposed study, ……… will
be used as the sampling procedure. [Fill in sampling procedure]
allows ……….. (reference,
year). [Fill in sampling procedure] is appropriate for the
proposed study because ………..
(reference, year).
Before participants are chosen, [discuss letter of permission to
use site] -discuss data
collection, observations, and field notes remain the property of
the researcher (reference, year)
55. [1-2 sentences] -discuss anonymity and confidentiality will be
ensured (reference, year) [1-2
sentences] -indicate company can withdraw at any time
(reference, year).
Once the permission to use site letter is obtained, and after IRB
approval, potential
participants will be contacted using emails or phone numbers
obtained from ………..
Participants are characterized by establishing selection criteria
(reference, year). The selection
criteria for participants is ….. The required demographic
characteristics are ……… [The
researcher works with the person that signed the permission to
use site letter to obtain
participants that match the selection criteria.]
Potential participants will be contacted by email or phone
requesting their participation.
When a participant agrees to participate in the study, the
informed consent form (See Appendix
A) will be sent to the participant (reference, year). Next,
interview times and dates will be
established with each study participant.
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Data collection will occur using notes, recordings of interviews,
and observations of
study participants (reference, year). Each interview is expected
to take xxxx minutes and will be
recorded. The recorded data will be transcribed in MSWord and
password protected. The data
are then cross-referenced with any notes and relevant
information that were collected (reference,
year).
Instrumentation
For qualitative research, the researcher is an implicit part of the
research and must collect
valid and reliable data (reference, year). Qualitative researchers
often serve as the instrument
(reference, year). Qualitative research uses open-ended
questions.
During data collection, a …………. will be used to capture data
from face-to-face
interviews. The interview process uses interview questions to
capture the interviewee’s
perceptions (see Appendix A). The interview is expected to last
….. minutes.
57. In interview protocol template, a digital voice recorder, and …..
will be the primary data
collection tools for the study. [describe details of what
devices/software will be used].
Open-ended, semistructured interview questions will be used to
explore …………….
Reference (year) noted open-ended interview questions
encourage participants to provide
detailed descriptions of their lived experiences. Depending upon
the responses provided, follow-
up or probing questions will be used to capture additional
details (reference, year). One-on-one
interviews will take place at a date and time of convenient to
each participant.
Handwritten notes of each participant’s interview will be
captured. [describe what
observations will be captured]
The labeling of the captured data will be used to ensure ………..
The process for ensuring participants are not harmed includes
……………..
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Reliability and validity of the data collection instrument is an
58. important consideration in
research (reference, year). Reliability of the data collection
occurs when …. (reference, year).
Validity
- Describes dependability and its application to the study
- Describes credibility and its application to the study
- Describes transferability and its application to the study
- Describes confirmability and its application to the study.
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across locations in oncology:
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Reliability
Reliability relates to the ability of a measuring instrument to
………. (reference, year).
Reliability refers to the extent of the consistency of ………..
(reference, year).
Reliability is the consistency with which researchers measure
61. the results of an instrument
…………….. (reference, year). Triangulation improves the
reliability of collected data ………
(reference, year). The reliability of the collected data obtained
by asking open-ended questions
increases …………. (reference, year).
Conducting member checking enhances the reliability and
validity of the data collection
process (reference, year). After reviewing the interview data,
[provide process to be used].
Researchers use member checking to validate study findings
(reference, year). Reference (year)
used member checking to …………..
Using triangulation contributes to ………….. (reference, year).
Through triangulation,
the researcher will identify categories and themes using
multiple resources. This process aids in
interpreting …………. (reference, year). Triangulation is a data
analysis technique used in
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qualitative case studies to ………. (reference, year).
Triangulation is the process of using
62. …………….. (reference, year). For the proposed study,
triangulation will be accomplished by
………….. (reference, year).
A pilot study will be conducted by …………………..
Data Collection
The research question guides the data collection process
necessary to capture needed
information for the proposed study (reference, year). The
research question is: …………. The
data collection technique selected to answer the research
question will be semistructured
interviews. Semistructured interviews provide reliable data,
…….., and ……….. (reference,
year). Semistructured interviews encourage participants to
elaborate ………. (reference, year).
Phone and email will be used to communicate with potential
participants to confirm their
willingness to participate and coordinate their availability.
Participants will receive my email and
phone number. Communication via email and phone will be
used with participants until the
interviews are completed.
63. Xx participants from ……….. will be interviewed. As specified
in the interview protocol
(see Appendix X), participants will be asked open-ended
questions and potential follow-up
questions during the semistructured interviews. The proposed
plan is to conduct the interviews at
…………. The exact location, date, and time of each interview
will be established after
confirming participation.
Each interview will include the following general process: (a)
establish rapport with the
participant; (b) introduce the study, its purpose, and its
constraints; (c) obtain a signed consent
agreement form (see Appendix Y), (d) use the interview
protocol (see Appendix X) to ensure all
questions are asked and are in the correct format, (e) use
probing techniques of the silent probe,
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overt encouragement, elaboration, clarification, and reflection;
(f) thank the participant for their
time and efforts.
Interviews will be recorded using ……………… A personal
64. journal will be used during
the interview to capture …………….
After the interviews are completed, the recorded information
will be transcribed to
Microsoft Word using ………………. This process involves
…………….
Data Analysis
An exploratory qualitative methodology was selected over other
qualitative designs
because the focus of the research is to categorize and interpret
themes (reference, year).
Qualitative data analysis methods are conceptual and relational
(reference, year). Conceptual
data analysis involves establishes the presence of themes.
Relational data analysis begins with
the identification of present concepts and continues by looking
for semantic relationships
(reference, year). Semantic relationships are established using
thematic units. Thematic units are
high-level abstractions interpreted from basic themes and
patterns established in the qualitative
data (reference, year). Data analysis process involves the
emergence of themes from the
65. interview transcripts and other collected data, such as the
personal journal.
Data analysis begins by organizing the collected information
followed by data perusal,
classification, and synthesis (reference, year). The data analysis
approach for exploratory
analysis includes (a) compiling the data from the interviews, (b)
organizing the data by
interviewee, (c) coding of the data (i.e., organizing the data by
recognized categories), (d)
identifying themes (i.e., the label attached to each recognized
category), and (e) establishing data
relationships (i.e., recognizing similarities and differences in
themes in order to condense or
separate themed categories, as appropriate) (reference, year).
Once this process is completed, the
established themed categories are the findings of the study.
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The coding rules that will be used to map textual units into data
terms include ……….
The technique that will be used to translate data terms into
themes …………..
66. The themes and combinations of themes will be recorded
…………..
To conduct data analysis, the xxxxxx tool(s) will be used. The
xxxxxx tool provides the
ability to ………………
Ethical Considerations
The ethical principles applied throughout the research process
will involve informing the
participants of the right to have a safe environment for the
interview, receiving an informed
consent form (see Appendix Z), and explaining a participant’s
right to terminate the interview
without giving a reason for ending the interview (reference,
year). Each participant will sign an
informed consent form before their interviews begins.
To ensure the highest level of ethical research, principles of the
Belmont Report protocol
will be maintained. The Belmont Report principles are primarily
focused on the well-being of
study subjects (Bromley, Mikesell, Jones, & Khodyakov, 2015).
The vulnerable research
population must be protected from potential exploitation
(Rogers & Lange, 2013). In addition,
67. the three principles of the Belmont Report protocol (i.e.,
autonomy, beneficence, and justice) will
be maintained (Strause, 2013).
Researchers must ensure no harm comes to participants due to
participation in a study
(reference, year). Risks must also be minimized to participants.
To ensure awareness of the risks
and benefits of the proposed study, each participant will be
required to sign an informed consent
form (see Appendix W). The consent form includes (a) the
purpose of the study, (b) the
involvement of participates, (c) participation procedures, (d) the
benefits of the research, (e) the
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risks of taking part, (f) costs and compensation, (g)
confidentiality, (h) voluntary nature of
participating, and (i) the rights of the participant to withdraw
(Wright, 2012).
Biases could occur due to preexisting knowledge and experience
with the topic
(reference, year). Bias will be mitigated by using open-ended
questions during the interview,
68. focusing solely on the responses of participants, performing
triangulation, and using note taking.
Summary of Chapter Three
Exploratory qualitative research provides ………….. (reference,
year). This approach is
appropriate for the proposed study because ………………….
Data will be collected from X participants. These participants
will be from …………
Purpose sampling will be used. Semistructured interview
questions will be used.
Data analysis will follow the general approach described by
xxxxx (year). The study will
provide derived patterns and themes representing
………………..
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Nutt, P. C. (2004). Expanding the search for alternatives during
strategic decision-making.
Academy of Management Executive, 18(4), 13-28.
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Ravichandran, T. W., Smith, J. R., Jr., & Lertwongsatien, C. R.
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Mancini, V. T. (2004). The relationship between shared
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The above examples are for format only and not actual
references.
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examples. Your references MUST be formatted exactly as
these examples are shown.
Your references section MUST include at least 80 references
and will likely be closer to 100 references.
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Appendix A
Informed Consent
Title of Study:
71. Investigator:
Contact Number:
Purpose of the Study
You are invited to participate in a research study. The purpose
of this study is to (insert your response
here)
Participants
You are being asked to participate in the study because (state
the specific reason you’re asking this person
to participate – ex: “your opinions, outlook, and insights with
respect to the research question are critical
to …” ex: “you are an active member in the XXX with the
experience, knowledge, and insights…”).
Procedures
If you volunteer to participate in this study, you will be asked
to do the following: (explain, in detail, what
you will ask the participant to do during their participation).
Benefits of Participation
There may/may not be direct benefits to you as a participant in
this study. However, we hope to learn
(explain what you hope to learn about).
72. Risks of Participation
There are risks involved in all research studies. This study is
estimated to involve minimal risk. An
example of this risk is (insert your explanation of possible risk.
Ex: “possibly feeling uncomfortable
answering question about your organization”).
Cost/Compensation
This will be no financial cost to you to participate in this study.
The study will take (provide time
estimate). You will not be compensated for your time. Colorado
Technical University will not provide
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informed consent form. Please use it.
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compensation or free medical care for an unanticipated injury
sustained as a result of participating in
this research study.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about the study, you may
contact (insert investigator and
mentor/faculty member name, e-mail, and phone number). For
73. questions regard the rights of research
subjects, any complaints or comments regarding the manner in
which the study is being conducted, you
may contact Colorado Technical University – Doctoral
Programs at 719-598-0200.
Voluntary Participation
Your participation in this study is voluntary. You may refuse to
participate in this study or in any part of
this study. You may withdraw at any time without prejudice.
You are encouraged to ask questions about
this study at the beginning or at any time during the research
study.
Confidentiality
(Please specifically describe how the data will be securely
stored and how the records will be securly
stored and when the records will be destroyed.)
Participant Consent
I have read the above information and agree to participate in
this study. I am at least 18 years of age. A
copy of this form has been given to me.
______________________________________
_____________________
74. Signature of Participant Date
______________________________________
Participant Name (Please Print)
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Appendix B
Interview Questions
List all of the interview questions here.
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Appendix C
Interview Protocol
1. Explain the purpose of the study.
2. Assure participant confidentiality and have the participant
sign the informed consent
agreement form.
3. Address participant physical comfort concerns (lighting,
room temperature, chair, and
ambient noise distraction, make water available.
75. 4. Record the subject’s number on the top of the interview field
notes.
5. Encourage participants to open up about their experiences.
6. Monitor participant body language to minimize influencing
subject answers.
7. Precisely record participant responses and annotate any non-
verbal responses.
8. Audio record and assign a chronological number to each
interview.
9. Ask interview questions in order and ask follow-on questions
for clarification (see
Appendix C).
Interview and follow-on questions:
1. Describe the current PHE contingency plans?
Follow-on question 1: Tell me more about contingency plans.
Follow-on question 2: Did I understand you correctly when you
said (repeat
participant response).
2. Describe the missing elements in the current PHE
contingency plan?
Follow-on question 1: Did I understand you correctly when you
stated the missing
76. elements? I heard you say (repeat participant response).
Follow-on question 2: Would you explain that element better?
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3. What improvements are needed in the PHE contingency
plans?
Follow-on question 1: Are there additional PHE contingency
plan improvements?
Follow-on question 2: I heard you state (repeat participant
response). Will you
elaborate for clarification purposes?
4. What are your PHE contingency plan issues?
Follow-on question 1: Are there additional PHE contingency
plan improvements?
Follow-on question 2: For clarification, will you elaborate on
your contingency plan
issues?
5. What improvements to the PHE contingency plans are needed
for the off-base
beneficiaries?
77. Follow-on question 1: Tell me more about improvements to the
PHE contingency
plans for the off-base beneficiaries.
Follow-on question 2: I heard you state (repeat participant
response). Will you
elaborate for clarification purposes?
10. Thank each subject for his or her participation in the study
at the end of the interview.
11. Inform participants that a transcript of their interview will
be made available to them
when transcription is complete, and ensure participants
understand they will have a
final opportunity to clarify or add to responses.