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Researchand then compareand contrastthe historical progression of one human services programin your statewith an analogous programin another state. (Examples include the Food Stamp program, Medicaid Waiver programs, or TANF-funded programs.) In your paper: · Identify at least two major similarities and/or differences between how your state and the other state serve eligible clients under the programs you selected. · Derive these similarities and differences from the disparate histories of the two states. · Analyze how history has shaped the parallel and/or divergent institutionalizations of the two programs. Your paper should be 1,000 – 1,500 words in length, and you must cite and integrate no fewer than three scholarly sources. References Burger, W.R. (2014). Human Services in contemporary America (9th ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole Review Section 11.2: Citations and References from Sole's and Landrum’s (2015) Academic Research and Writing: A Guide for the Social Sciences ...
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Reference
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Title of paper
Student’s name
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Instructor’s name
Date submitted
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table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source for a particular assignment.
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This document provides the grading criteria and instructions for an annotated bibliography assignment on the topic of whether a career in aviation is worth the sacrifices. Students are instructed to locate at least 5 academic sources from databases and libraries and to write a properly formatted MLA citation for each. For the top 5 sources, students must write a summary abstract and short reflection on the relevance of the source to help in drafting their research paper on the assigned topic. The grading will be based on MLA formatting, use of academic sources, quality of the summaries and reflections, and grammar.
It is important to understand that human services are broad in spect.docx
It is important to understand that human services are broad in spectrum and consist of many types of service delivery, including mental health, child welfare, medical care, public assistance, and corrections. In addition, human services organizations have varying organizational structures. There are different types of funding sources, legislation, and standards that influence how an agency will function to serve the clients in its community. For example, some agencies receive public funding to operate and must follow standards set down by those funding sources when providing services and running the agency. On the other hand, there are facilities that receive their revenues primarily from private funding, commercial insurance, or self-payment from clients and may not have to follow the same guidelines to operate the agency.
In this assignment, you will explore different types of human services organizations and select two types of organizations (for example, health, mental health, child welfare, or education) to draw comparisons between them. You will examine how the related funding sources, legislation, and standards interact with one another to influence service delivery.
Tasks:
Using your textbook, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, complete the following:
In a 3- to 4-page report, address the following:
The history and scope of services of the selected human services organizations
The administrative operations of each agency
The legislation that has influenced the services and type of agencies selected
The major differences between the agency models of service delivery, organizational structure, funding sources, and how they evaluate their effectiveness (for example, outcome measures)
Identify two provisional factors (for example, performance outcome measures) that have direct implications on direct service.
Discuss their effects, positive or negative, on the agency as well as the service provider.
Provide your opinion on the costs and benefits of regulated operational standards on the effectiveness of services.
Submission Details:
By
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
, prepare a 3- to 4-page report. Your response should rely upon at least three sources from professional literature. This may include the Argosy University online library resources, relevant textbooks, peer-reviewed journal articles, and websites created by professional organizations, agencies, or institutions (.edu, .org, or .gov). Write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e., APA format); and use accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
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Week 2 Discussion 1- 51415Social Versus Human CapitalThis we.docx
Week 2 Discussion 1- 5/14/15
Social Versus Human Capital
This week’s first discussion forum will focus on the population of abused individuals. Abuse is a pervasive problem in our society. Although the forms of abuse, as well as the intensity and duration can vary from case to case, each abused person is tasked with dealing with the scars left from the abuse. As you can imagine, this task can be very challenging to say the least. Using research to help you form an opinion, which form of capital (social or human capital) do you feel will have a greater influence over resources accessible to the abused? Discuss which form of capital you would rely on for emotional support and help through difficult times if abused. Explain your rationale. Chapter 3 of the course text defines these terms in more detail.
Your initial contribution should be 250 to 300 words in length. Your research and claims must be supported by a minimum of two scholarly sources beyond your course text. Use proper APA formatting for in-text citations and references as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Week 2 Discussion 2- Due 5/14/15
Continuum of Care Evaluation and Analysis
This week’s second discussion forum focuses on the populations of the chronically ill and the disabled.
You may be familiar with the common quote “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” In reality, however, you may know of a person, family, or group who is not receiving adequate preventive or medical care due to a lack of resources and funds.
Choose one specific chronic illness or disability of your choice.
Select two resources in your community that address issues related to the chronic illness/disability and describe the services offered.
Select two national resources that address issues related to the chronic illness/disability and describe the services offered.
Analyze whether or not the continuum of care services are adequate for the population with the chosen chronic illness/disability. Explain why or why not.
Your initial contribution should be 250 to 300 words in length. Your research and claims must be supported by a minimum of two scholarly sources beyond your course text. Use proper APA formatting for in-text citations and references as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Week 2 Assignment Due 5/18/15
Assignment
To complete the following assignment, go to this week's
Assignment
link in the left navigation.
Vulnerable Population Summary and Proposed Program
The first of your two written assignments for the course will provide a beginning framework that you will utilize in the development of your
Final Project: a proposal for a community-based program in your area. For this first written assignment, you will select one of the vulnerable groups identified in the text that will serve as your target population of interest throughout the duration of your next written assignment and Final Project.
Select one among the following groups from Chapter 1:
Vulnerable mot.
Healthcare Human Resource Management.pdf
This document provides learning resources for a week-long discussion on human resource management in healthcare. It includes required readings from textbooks and scholarly articles on topics related to equal employment opportunity laws and protections for whistleblowers. Students are asked to write a 3-4 page reflection paper on the significance of understanding and complying with federal equal employment laws for healthcare administrators. They are also asked to consider how these laws may differ in their home country if they are a non-US student. The reflection should demonstrate knowledge of the topics, cite at least 3 recent scholarly sources, and follow APA style guidelines.
The Size of Government Discussion one Due Saturday Sunday nowO.docx
The Size of
Government Discussion one Due Saturday Sunday now
One of the most contentious issues that divide conservatives and liberals is the size of government. Conservatives often argue that government has bloated beyond any reasonable extent, while liberals frequently see a larger government role in society — thus requiring a larger federal bureaucracy. Do you believe that the size of the federal bureaucracy has kept pace with the increasing demands on government? Would Americans trade lower taxes for a much smaller federal government, even if there was a decrease in public services for ordinary citizens? Are claims that the United States is burdened by “so-called” big government mistaken, or should government be enlarged to meet the expanding needs of a growing nation? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.
Cropf, R. (2008). American public administration: public service for the 21st century (1st ed.) New York, NY: Pearson Longman.
Agency Analysis Assignment Due Saturday Sunday now
In
a two-to three page paper (not including title and references pages
) , identify a public agency – either at the local, state, or federal levels – that has undergone significant change in the last 25 years. You may choose an agency that you have had personal experience with, or you may choose a public agency that you are familiar with from the news or from academic study. Assess the scope of services provided to the public by that agency or department, the growth of the agency in question, or the quality levels of customer service provided by the agency. Discuss the reasons why that agency has changed in this area over the last 25 years, and speculate on the future direction of that agency in the years ahead.
Your paper must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide and should cite at least one scholarly source in addition to the textbook.
Cropf, R. (2008). American public administration: public service for the 21st century (1st ed.) New York, NY: Pearson Longman.
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Final PaperBuilding on the work you completed in Weeks Two.docx
Final Paper
Building on the work you completed in Weeks Two and Four, you will complete a feasibility study based on a pre-approved health care project of your choice. Using the feasibility study outlined in the Daniels and Dickson (1990) article as a model, and including a minimum of six other scholarly sources, create a 12- to 15-page feasibility study that includes the following headings and supporting information:
Evaluating Feasibility
The concept of a feasibility study is central to viability, the “worth to the effort” ratio, and return on investment (ROI). What needs to be taken into consideration to create a feasibility study (e.g., human resources, community needs, and technological advances, federal and state regulatory issues)? Within this section, you will research and design an economical health care service that is responsive to a given market. This research stems from understanding your target population and present need in health services. Furthermore, as you have seen from the Daniels and Dickson (1990) article, you must appraise your human resources, capital investment, and how your effort will yield a return on investment from a facilities perspective as well as the tangible greater good of providing healthcare to a community.
Strategic Effect
Analyze the role of public policy with regard to your project. What policies and processes should be in place to create an effective program? How will you measure the effectiveness of your program and your provision of health care services? Develop a microeconomic model that is responsive to the specific health care service demands of your target population. For example, the current trend of the medical home model, which allows for the coordination of care, allows for better communication among service providers as well as convenience for patients. Is the population a market priority? How does your program serve a need for your target population?
Market Analysis
Within this section you will identify the population demographics, who your competitors are, and whether or not a real need for the services you are proposing exists in the community. As you examine the demographic and population needs using Census data and other reliable sources, you must also consider what competitors, if any, exist in the present climate. This requires an evaluation of the present socioeconomic and cultural trends influencing how people make decisions in health care. In addition, in this analysis you will need to compare and contrast economic challenges and incentives among health care’s organization models. This comparison requires an understanding of past challenges and incentives that other organizations have implemented.
Financial Analysis
This section includes the revenue, expenses, and net income. Compare and contrast economic challenges and incentives by finding and describing multiple sources of public and private funding (e.g., grants, donations, awards, special projects) for this .
Reading Summary 4.docx
Reference: Kotler, P. & N. Lee. (2007). Improving public sector performance by seizing opportunities to meet citizen needs. In Marketing in the Public Sector: A Roadmap for Improved Performance. (pp. 3-13). Upper SaIDle River, NJ: Wharton School Publishing.
Theme: The reading discusses how public agencies can improve performance by meeting citizen needs through proven marketing principles.
Summary: The reading explains that public agencies can be measured by how well they serve the "common good" or creating benefit for many people. This is defined by social, economic, and environmental good. The reading argues that public agencies can achieve these goals by showing quality programs and services,
RESPONDwrite one responses to the two colleagues in one of the.docx
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colleagues in one of the following ways:
Provide an alternative suggestion of how program evaluation can be used.
Provide support or an alternative perspective on the elements of program evaluation.
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As a State Correctional employee, we often use evaluations to analyze in-service training, policy reviews, programs and services, etc. It may seem as if we are over evaluating; however, this helps to ensure our services are effective.
Westat (2010) says the two reasons program evaluation exists, as written for the National Science Foundation, is to “improve a project” and “document what has been achieved” (p. 3).
The most consistent with my interest is program improvement. For instance, we had four different in-service courses with the same course information. An evaluation was passed out to the students at the end of the course to provide their opinion of the course. The comments prompted the instructors to redesign four courses into one. Evaluations are essential tool in Corrections because it allows us to
document our achievements, which will result in data to support our reentry programs.
References:
Westat, J. F. (Ed.). (2010). The 2010 user-friendly handbook for project evaluation. Retrieved
from https://www.westat.com/sites/westat.com/files/2010UFHB.pdf
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In my work with community corrections, I have not conducted any type of program evaluation; however, I understand program evaluation is designed to answer some key questions about a program’s effectiveness to the stakeholders (community, participants and staff). The overarching idea behind program evaluation is to ascertain if those who should benefit from the program are actually benefiting and if those performing the services to the community are skilled at providing the services. Another important aspect of program evaluation is to determine whether the allocated resources for the services are sufficient for addressing the needs of the population (The Program Manager’s Guide to Evaluation, 2010).
In looking at this week’s resources, Langbein (2012) identifies some distinct differences between program and project (p.3). A program is described as “ongoing services or activities” (Langbein, 2012, p. 3) while projects are intended to be one-time activities that has long-lasting sustainable impact on communities (p. 3). Thus, program evaluations should help determine the extent of a program’s success or lack thereof (what works and what does not work) as well as provide insight on navigating areas where unexpected circumstances occur (Westat, 2010). In short, program evaluations provide managers and administrators the data needed to prove or disprove the value of a program which ultimately impac.
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write one
responses to the two
colleagues in one of the following ways:
Provide an alternative suggestion of how program evaluation can be used.
Provide support or an alternative perspective on the elements of program evaluation.
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COLLAPSE
As a State Correctional employee, we often use evaluations to analyze in-service training, policy reviews, programs and services, etc. It may seem as if we are over evaluating; however, this helps to ensure our services are effective.
Westat (2010) says the two reasons program evaluation exists, as written for the National Science Foundation, is to “improve a project” and “document what has been achieved” (p. 3).
The most consistent with my interest is program improvement. For instance, we had four different in-service courses with the same course information. An evaluation was passed out to the students at the end of the course to provide their opinion of the course. The comments prompted the instructors to redesign four courses into one. Evaluations are essential tool in Corrections because it allows us to
document our achievements, which will result in data to support our reentry programs.
References:
Westat, J. F. (Ed.). (2010). The 2010 user-friendly handbook for project evaluation. Retrieved
from https://www.westat.com/sites/westat.com/files/2010UFHB.pdf
2-person
initial post WK1D1
COLLAPSE
In my work with community corrections, I have not conducted any type of program evaluation; however, I understand program evaluation is designed to answer some key questions about a program’s effectiveness to the stakeholders (community, participants and staff). The overarching idea behind program evaluation is to ascertain if those who should benefit from the program are actually benefiting and if those performing the services to the community are skilled at providing the services. Another important aspect of program evaluation is to determine whether the allocated resources for the services are sufficient for addressing the needs of the population (The Program Manager’s Guide to Evaluation, 2010).
In looking at this week’s resources, Langbein (2012) identifies some distinct differences between program and project (p.3). A program is described as “ongoing services or activities” (Langbein, 2012, p. 3) while projects are intended to be one-time activities that has long-lasting sustainable impact on communities (p. 3). Thus, program evaluations should help determine the extent of a program’s success or lack thereof (what works and what does not work) as well as provide insight on navigating areas where unexpected circumstances occur (Westat, 2010). In short, program evaluations provide managers and administrators the data needed to prove or disprove the value of a program which ultimately impacts the design, management and funding of a project (p. 4).
In my current job capacity, I have observed a program that had been .
Social workers often are very aware of and informed about the ne.docx
Social workers often are very aware of and informed about the needs of the specific populations with which they work. As a result, it is important that social workers get involved in the policy-creation process by sharing their experiences and perspectives with others, including policymakers.
For this Discussion
, select a population of particular interest to you. Then, select three to five policies (including two to three state-level and two to three federal-level policies) related to that population. Finally, subscribe to a variety of blog alerts concerning the population and the policies you selected. Note that you will be discussing about these policies throughout the course. You will also critically review the published opinions of bloggers outside of this course, who write about the policies you identified.
Post
a brief description of the population you selected. Then, provide a description of three to five policies (including two to three state-level and two to three federal-level policies) related to that population. Finally, explain the relationship between the policies and the population you selected.
Population of interest: The Homeless
state: Texas
Reference:
Popple, P. R., & Leighninger, L. (2015).
The policy-based profession: An introduction to social welfare policy analysis for social workers.
(6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education.
200-300 words
Use my references!!
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Assignment How Funding and Competing Budgeting Priorities Impact Hi.docx
Assignment: How Funding and Competing Budgeting Priorities Impact Higher Education
At one time, state and federal sources provided a large percentage of funding for many public and private institutions of higher education. However, this has changed so that even many public institutions receive only small percentages of funding from government sources. As these funding sources change, institutions must reconsider their programs, their models, and their priorities.
A full budget at a large institution could be hundreds of pages in length and require a large, dedicated team of professionals to develop. To analyze a full budget is beyond the scope of this course, but it is typically part of the responsibilities for anyone in a leadership position. While you review budget documents, look for information about specific funding priorities.
To prepare:
Consider the relationship between funding and priorities. Then, do the following:
Select an institution and research any publicly available documentation on its fiscal year budgets.
Check with the Walden Library for resources.
To complete:
Write a 4- to 5-page paper in which you analyze how the budget impacts competing priorities. Explain how you would decide these issues, and include the following:
A brief description of the institution you have selected and the size and scope of its budget
A description of at least two funding priorities at the institution and, as best as you can determine, the rationale for such priorities
An analysis of the budget to identify at least two potential competing priorities that might result from the budget plan
A description of any public comments from legislators, the public, or other stakeholders
A proposal for how you would resolve competing priorities
An explanation of how you would reach out to stakeholders who have expressed public concerns
Your paper should be written in a scholarly manner using APA formatting. Provide URL links to information about the institution you selected and its budget.
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Using online or library research articles explain the.docx
The document discusses the differences between the salad bowl and melting pot approaches to immigration policy in the United States and Canada. It asks how each approach encourages or discourages civic participation among immigrants and minorities. It also asks what transformative leadership strategies could increase immigrant engagement in voting and civic participation, citing research from provided articles and modules. References must be listed using APA citation style.
Assignment 1 Essay – Exploring Ancient MysteriesTutankhamen died .docx
Assignment 1: Essay – Exploring Ancient Mysteries
Tutankhamen died young, at approximately eighteen (18) years of age. However, his cause of death has been the subject of quite varied scholarly theories and conclusions. Did he die of an injury, of illness, of murder, or something else?
Write a three to four (3-4) paragraph paper in which you:
Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
After summarizing at least two (2) scholarly theories, identify one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. This will involve some critical reasoning skills on your part.
Use at least two (2) sources plus the class textbook. (Three [3] sources total as the minimum)
Note:
Wikipedia and other similar Websites do not qualify as academic resources. You are highly encouraged to use the Resource Center tab at the top of your Blackboard page.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA style format. Both in-text citations and a References list are required. Citations and references must follow APA style format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. (
Note:
Students can find APA style materials located in the course shell for guidance).
Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. For our purposes, you may omit any abstract page.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
Explain how key social, cultural, and artistic contributions contribute to historical changes.
Explain the importance of situating a society’s cultural and artistic expressions within a historical context.
Examine the influences of intellectual, religious, political, and socio-economic forces on social, cultural, and artistic expressions.
Identify major historical developments in world cultures during the eras of antiquity to the Renaissance
Use technology and information resources to research issues in the study of world cultures.
Write clearly and concisely about world cultures using proper writing mechanics.
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Assignment 1 Essay – Exploring Ancient MysteriesDue Week 4 and wo.docx
This document outlines an assignment for a history course to write a 3-4 paragraph essay about ancient mysteries. Students must choose from several topics about unexplained events or structures from ancient civilizations. They are to summarize at least two scholarly theories about the mystery and argue which theory is most plausible. The essay must be 250-500 words long, cite at least 3 sources using APA style, and address specific learning outcomes like explaining how culture contributes to historical changes.
Assignment 1 Essay – Exploring Ancient MysteriesDue Week 2 and wo.docx
Assignment 1: Essay – Exploring Ancient Mysteries
Due Week 2 and worth 100 points
Choose one (1) of the topics below and develop a three to four (3-4) paragraph essay (of at least 250-500 words) which adequately address the topic you have chosen.
Topic Choices
There have been many theories regarding how the pyramids at Giza were constructed. Most experts agree that they were constructed as burial monuments for pharaohs, but “how” these ancient people constructed monuments of such great size without modern machinery is a mystery which is still being debated.
No one can say for certain what happened to the great urban Mayan civilization, but theories abound and include varied possible alternatives to explain the relatively abrupt and mysterious disappearance of the Mayan civilization.
Tutankhamen died young, at approximately eighteen (18) years of age. However, his cause of death has been the subject of quite varied scholarly theories and conclusions. Did he die of an injury, of illness, of murder, or something else?.
Minoan Crete was a major civilization in its time, but several theories have been advanced to explain its demise, including speculations associating it with mythical Atlantis. What were the causes of Minoan Civilization's decline?
Great Zimbabwe is an enormous complex of structures in East Africa. Since the builders and occupants left no written records, several theories have developed as to the identity of its builders and the functions of the structures. Which theory makes the most sense?
The monumental size and complexity of the Tomb of Shihuangdi is astounding, yet its location and construction details were to be kept secret. What was the emperor’s purpose for such an elaborate, secret burial place?
Other topic choice recommended and approved by the professor and supported by the grading rubric.
Write a three to four (3-4) paragraph paper in which you:
Clearly state the “mystery” and provide a brief summary of at least two (2) reasonable and scholarly theories which could explain the mystery. Because some theories may sound far-fetched, include the source or promoter of each theory – such as a scientist, a historian, a theologian, etc.
After summarizing at least two (2) scholarly theories, identify one (1) of the theories as the most plausible and provide at least two (2) convincing reasons why the theory you have chosen is the best one to explain the mystery. This will involve some critical reasoning skills on your part.
Use at least two (2) sources plus the class textbook. (Three [3] sources total as the minimum)
Note:
Wikipedia and other similar Websites do not qualify as academic resources. You are highly encouraged to use the Resource Center tab at the top of your Blackboard page.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA style format. Both in-text citations a.
Assignment 1 Diversity and FamiliesThroughout this course, you ha.docx
Assignment 1: Diversity and Families
Throughout this course, you have learned about various aspects of multiculturalism. You have also been asked to critically analyze various components of culture and discuss how and whether they relate to the human services industry.
In
Module 5
, the focus has been on aspects of diversity related to the family; however, there are a few aspects of diversity that can impact a family that have not been highlighted in this course—age and disability. As the average life span continues to grow, more family members are caring for their elderly parents. Also, family members are frequently taking care of a child, spouse, parent, or extended relative with a disability, and it is important to consider
disability
in broad terms (i.e., a child with autism, a sister with multiple sclerosis, etc.).
Tasks:
In a minimum of 300 words, post your responses to the following:
With regard to the human services industry, what challenges might families face when it comes to caring for an elderly family member or a family member with a disability?
What are some resources available for families in these situations? Because
disability
is a broad category, you may identify a specific disability to address. Be specific in your responses and illustrate using examples.
Submission Details:
By
Saturday, October 31, 2015
, post your responses to this
Discussion Area
. Support your assumptions by citing reputable source material used for this discussion in APA format.
Through
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
, respond to at least two of your classmates' posts, commenting on whether you agree with their positions.
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Assignment 1 Evaluation of a peer-reviewed articlePurpose Th.docx
Assignment 1: Evaluation of a peer-reviewed article
Purpose:
The purpose of exercise is to conduct a
detailed, critical evaluation
of the research design, methods and analysis of a study written up and published in a peer-reviewed journal. Students will be using Wolfer’s (2007) critical questions for evaluating written research to evaluate an article; these questions are provided below.
Article selection tips:
- select an article from a peer-reviewed Sociology Journal
- the article should clearly be written about a study the author conducted
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a meta-analysis of multiple studies is not appropriate for this assignment
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secondary data analysis of an existing national data set is OK, but be sure you understand what you are reading
Requirements:
Your evaluation should include
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All sections 1-5,
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1 section from 6-10 (based on design in your article), and
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1 section from 11-12 (based on analysis in your article).
This assignment does not have to be written in essay format. You may organize it by section/chapter number, question number with question text, and then your answer.
APA formatting should be used throughout. Any time your paraphrase or directly quote a source (such as your article), in-text citations should be used. A full APA-formatted reference should be included at the beginning or end of assignment.
Disclaimer
Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin. Both you and your instructor will receive the results.
1.Title (3 pts)
1) Is the title specific enough to differentiate it from other related topics?
2) Do subtitles, if present, provide important information regarding the research?
3) Are the main variables expressed in the title?
4) Are the terms in the title easily understood by most people?
5) Does the title avoid any reference to the study’s results?
6) Overall, is this a good title? Why or why not?
2. Ethical Evaluation (2.5 pts)
7) Are the steps the researcher took to honor ethical responsibilities to individuals clear? Are they appropriate? Are they enough?
8) If there were any findings (based on your readings of tables or other means of data presentation) that refuted the researcher’s hypothesis, did he address these findings?
9) If any results were unexpected, did the researcher discuss any explanations for the unexpected effects?
10) Did the researcher adequately acknowledge the limitations of the research?
11) Overall, has the researcher adequately fulfilled his ethical obligations?
3. Literature Review (4 pts)
12) Is the material presented in the literature review relevant to your research interests?
13) Is the special problem area identified in the first paragraph or two of the report?
14) Does the researcher establish the importance of the research problem?
15) Has the researcher been appropriately selective in deciding what studies to include in the literature review?
16) Is.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Team Communication ChallengesWhen worki.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—
Team Communication Challenges
When working with teams composed of diverse individuals, often in cross-cultural settings, there is significant potential for errors and misunderstandings. It is important that a leader or manager communicate as clearly as possible in these situations.
Respond to the following:
Explain the communication challenges unique to groups and teams, especially in cross-cultural situations.
Due by
Friday, February 19, 2016
, 300-500 words
include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
Writing:
Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
Responses were error free.
Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
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Assignment 1 Discussion—TerrorismGiven the nature of terrorism, p.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Terrorism
Given the nature of terrorism, psychology has a significant role in understanding it and treating its devastating effects. Terrorists are deemed fanatics that are both willing to kill and die for their causes. Understanding terrorism is, therefore, necessary and of paramount importance, including understanding which psychological factors render terrorists to be so susceptible to extremist ideology.
Using the readings for this module, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, respond to the following:
Explain how and why individuals become involved in extremist groups.
Describe the function they perform within the group.
Identify the motivational factors that drive terrorism.
Write your initial response in approximately 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, October 10, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Do you agree or disagree with their positions regarding the causes of joining terrorist groups? Give reasons for your responses.
Grading Criteria and Rubric
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Assignment 1 Discussion—Planning a Presentation to Summarize Your C.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Planning a Presentation to Summarize Your Course Learning
In this course, you have examined the various aspects of effective leader and manager communication in organizations. Now is your opportunity to summarize and synthesize what you have learned.
Respond to the following:
Describe at least four major things you have learned in this course.
Explain why these are important for organizational effectiveness.
Explain why they are important for you personally as a leader or manager in an organization.
As a leader or manager, you will be called upon to deliver information in PowerPoint presentations. Being able to communicate concepts and information effectively is a very important skill. Using the same information that you discussed in the three points above, you should (1) identify the major points you would include in a PowerPoint presentation and (2) discuss at least five criteria that you would use to design and develop this presentation so it communicates most effectively with an audience of your choosing.
Due by
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
,
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
Writing:
Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
Responses were error free.
Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
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Assignment 1: Discussion—Peer Pressure and Crime
One afternoon at work, Natalie received a phone call from her daughter’s teacher. It seemed that Brandi had got into trouble, and Natalie would need to meet with Brandi’s teacher and the school principal. Natalie could not imagine what the trouble could be. Brandi was a straight-A student, played soccer, and was part of the school band. She also helped out with chores at home. On the way to the school, Natalie decided she would not jump to conclusions but would hear Brandi’s side of the story. Then, she would let Brandi have a piece of her mind!
At school, Natalie met the school principal; Brandi’s teacher; and a crying, red-eyed Brandi. Brandi and two other girls had stolen a pack of cigarettes from a teacher’s purse and were caught smoking in the woods behind the school. Worse, one of the other girls had stolen the teacher’s prescription medication, though Brandi said she did not know anything about that. The principal and teacher said that this was a serious breach of trust and was against school policy. They knew Brandi and were “shocked” that she was involved in this activity. In private consultation with Natalie, they said that Brandi was involved with the wrong crowd, but there was still time to intervene before she developed a pattern of bad behavior.
Natalie left the meeting angry with Brandi, but also feeling guilty and responsible. She had been working extra hours and was often busy with her schoolwork. Perhaps she had neglected Brandi or missed important warning signs. She would ground Brandi, but more importantly, she would pay much closer attention to whom she befriended and where she went. Natalie decided she would establish a schedule where she would help the girls’ do their homework.
Natalie felt tired. After all the years of guidance and parenting, how could “two stupid tweens” undo all her hard work? She felt she had worked hard teaching Brandi and Jenny how to make good decisions and to know right from wrong. She worried what the next ten years would bring. She pondered the possibilities of other peer influences, alcohol, drugs, and boys.
Research differential association theory and social learning theory as applied to criminal behavior and crime using the textbook, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet. Select two scholarly, peer-reviewed articles for use in this assignment.
Based on the scenario, your readings and research, respond to the following:
How could Brandi’s behavior be explained using differential association theory?
How could Brandi’s behavior be explained using social learning theory?
What are the strengths and limitations of these two theories as applied to this example?
Be sure to support your responses using the selected resources.
Write your initial response in 4–6 paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, November 28, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, D.
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Assignment 1: Discussion—Integration of Technology
Technology has changed the way we conduct business on a daily basis. A number of organizations have opted for integrating systems and sharing information with their counterparts.
Using the Argosy University online library resources and the Internet, research information technology (IT) systems for supply chains.
Then respond to the following:
As a manager, if you have to design an IT system for supply chain purposes using a cross-functional team, who would you include on your team and why?
Explain some of the trade-offs you would consider when designing/acquiring the system. Be specific and support your reasoning with examples.
After your initial post, discuss the following:
What trade-offs are involved in (a) sharing information with other organizations in a supply chain and (b) the acquisition of information-processing technology?
Who needs to be involved in decisions as they pertain to technology acquisition for supply chain management?
Name three different ways that technology has improved the ability to manage supply chains.
Explain why integrated technology has improved the ability to manage supply chains.
Write your initial response in 200 to 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, October 31, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Consider the following in your response:
Provide a statement of clarification or a point of view with rationale.
Challenge a point of discussion or draw a relationship between one or more points of the discussion.
Grading Criteria and Rubric
Assignment 1 Grading Criteria
Max Points
Initial Discussion Response
16
Discussion Participation
16
Writing Craftsmanship and Ethical Scholarship
8
Total:
40
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As a State Correctional employee, we often use evaluations to analyze in-service training, policy reviews, programs and services, etc. It may seem as if we are over evaluating; however, this helps to ensure our services are effective.
Westat (2010) says the two reasons program evaluation exists, as written for the National Science Foundation, is to “improve a project” and “document what has been achieved” (p. 3).
The most consistent with my interest is program improvement. For instance, we had four different in-service courses with the same course information. An evaluation was passed out to the students at the end of the course to provide their opinion of the course. The comments prompted the instructors to redesign four courses into one. Evaluations are essential tool in Corrections because it allows us to
document our achievements, which will result in data to support our reentry programs.
References:
Westat, J. F. (Ed.). (2010). The 2010 user-friendly handbook for project evaluation. Retrieved
from https://www.westat.com/sites/westat.com/files/2010UFHB.pdf
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In my work with community corrections, I have not conducted any type of program evaluation; however, I understand program evaluation is designed to answer some key questions about a program’s effectiveness to the stakeholders (community, participants and staff). The overarching idea behind program evaluation is to ascertain if those who should benefit from the program are actually benefiting and if those performing the services to the community are skilled at providing the services. Another important aspect of program evaluation is to determine whether the allocated resources for the services are sufficient for addressing the needs of the population (The Program Manager’s Guide to Evaluation, 2010).
In looking at this week’s resources, Langbein (2012) identifies some distinct differences between program and project (p.3). A program is described as “ongoing services or activities” (Langbein, 2012, p. 3) while projects are intended to be one-time activities that has long-lasting sustainable impact on communities (p. 3). Thus, program evaluations should help determine the extent of a program’s success or lack thereof (what works and what does not work) as well as provide insight on navigating areas where unexpected circumstances occur (Westat, 2010). In short, program evaluations provide managers and administrators the data needed to prove or disprove the value of a program which ultimately impac.
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As a State Correctional employee, we often use evaluations to analyze in-service training, policy reviews, programs and services, etc. It may seem as if we are over evaluating; however, this helps to ensure our services are effective.
Westat (2010) says the two reasons program evaluation exists, as written for the National Science Foundation, is to “improve a project” and “document what has been achieved” (p. 3).
The most consistent with my interest is program improvement. For instance, we had four different in-service courses with the same course information. An evaluation was passed out to the students at the end of the course to provide their opinion of the course. The comments prompted the instructors to redesign four courses into one. Evaluations are essential tool in Corrections because it allows us to
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Westat, J. F. (Ed.). (2010). The 2010 user-friendly handbook for project evaluation. Retrieved
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In my work with community corrections, I have not conducted any type of program evaluation; however, I understand program evaluation is designed to answer some key questions about a program’s effectiveness to the stakeholders (community, participants and staff). The overarching idea behind program evaluation is to ascertain if those who should benefit from the program are actually benefiting and if those performing the services to the community are skilled at providing the services. Another important aspect of program evaluation is to determine whether the allocated resources for the services are sufficient for addressing the needs of the population (The Program Manager’s Guide to Evaluation, 2010).
In looking at this week’s resources, Langbein (2012) identifies some distinct differences between program and project (p.3). A program is described as “ongoing services or activities” (Langbein, 2012, p. 3) while projects are intended to be one-time activities that has long-lasting sustainable impact on communities (p. 3). Thus, program evaluations should help determine the extent of a program’s success or lack thereof (what works and what does not work) as well as provide insight on navigating areas where unexpected circumstances occur (Westat, 2010). In short, program evaluations provide managers and administrators the data needed to prove or disprove the value of a program which ultimately impacts the design, management and funding of a project (p. 4).
In my current job capacity, I have observed a program that had been .
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To prepare:
Consider the relationship between funding and priorities. Then, do the following:
Select an institution and research any publicly available documentation on its fiscal year budgets.
Check with the Walden Library for resources.
To complete:
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A brief description of the institution you have selected and the size and scope of its budget
A description of at least two funding priorities at the institution and, as best as you can determine, the rationale for such priorities
An analysis of the budget to identify at least two potential competing priorities that might result from the budget plan
A description of any public comments from legislators, the public, or other stakeholders
A proposal for how you would resolve competing priorities
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Assignment 1: Evaluation of a peer-reviewed article
Purpose:
The purpose of exercise is to conduct a
detailed, critical evaluation
of the research design, methods and analysis of a study written up and published in a peer-reviewed journal. Students will be using Wolfer’s (2007) critical questions for evaluating written research to evaluate an article; these questions are provided below.
Article selection tips:
- select an article from a peer-reviewed Sociology Journal
- the article should clearly be written about a study the author conducted
o
a meta-analysis of multiple studies is not appropriate for this assignment
o
secondary data analysis of an existing national data set is OK, but be sure you understand what you are reading
Requirements:
Your evaluation should include
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All sections 1-5,
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1 section from 6-10 (based on design in your article), and
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1 section from 11-12 (based on analysis in your article).
This assignment does not have to be written in essay format. You may organize it by section/chapter number, question number with question text, and then your answer.
APA formatting should be used throughout. Any time your paraphrase or directly quote a source (such as your article), in-text citations should be used. A full APA-formatted reference should be included at the beginning or end of assignment.
Disclaimer
Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin. Both you and your instructor will receive the results.
1.Title (3 pts)
1) Is the title specific enough to differentiate it from other related topics?
2) Do subtitles, if present, provide important information regarding the research?
3) Are the main variables expressed in the title?
4) Are the terms in the title easily understood by most people?
5) Does the title avoid any reference to the study’s results?
6) Overall, is this a good title? Why or why not?
2. Ethical Evaluation (2.5 pts)
7) Are the steps the researcher took to honor ethical responsibilities to individuals clear? Are they appropriate? Are they enough?
8) If there were any findings (based on your readings of tables or other means of data presentation) that refuted the researcher’s hypothesis, did he address these findings?
9) If any results were unexpected, did the researcher discuss any explanations for the unexpected effects?
10) Did the researcher adequately acknowledge the limitations of the research?
11) Overall, has the researcher adequately fulfilled his ethical obligations?
3. Literature Review (4 pts)
12) Is the material presented in the literature review relevant to your research interests?
13) Is the special problem area identified in the first paragraph or two of the report?
14) Does the researcher establish the importance of the research problem?
15) Has the researcher been appropriately selective in deciding what studies to include in the literature review?
16) Is.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Team Communication ChallengesWhen worki.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—
Team Communication Challenges
When working with teams composed of diverse individuals, often in cross-cultural settings, there is significant potential for errors and misunderstandings. It is important that a leader or manager communicate as clearly as possible in these situations.
Respond to the following:
Explain the communication challenges unique to groups and teams, especially in cross-cultural situations.
Due by
Friday, February 19, 2016
, 300-500 words
include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
Writing:
Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
Responses were error free.
Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
.
Assignment 1 Discussion—TerrorismGiven the nature of terrorism, p.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Terrorism
Given the nature of terrorism, psychology has a significant role in understanding it and treating its devastating effects. Terrorists are deemed fanatics that are both willing to kill and die for their causes. Understanding terrorism is, therefore, necessary and of paramount importance, including understanding which psychological factors render terrorists to be so susceptible to extremist ideology.
Using the readings for this module, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, respond to the following:
Explain how and why individuals become involved in extremist groups.
Describe the function they perform within the group.
Identify the motivational factors that drive terrorism.
Write your initial response in approximately 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, October 10, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Do you agree or disagree with their positions regarding the causes of joining terrorist groups? Give reasons for your responses.
Grading Criteria and Rubric
.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Planning a Presentation to Summarize Your C.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Planning a Presentation to Summarize Your Course Learning
In this course, you have examined the various aspects of effective leader and manager communication in organizations. Now is your opportunity to summarize and synthesize what you have learned.
Respond to the following:
Describe at least four major things you have learned in this course.
Explain why these are important for organizational effectiveness.
Explain why they are important for you personally as a leader or manager in an organization.
As a leader or manager, you will be called upon to deliver information in PowerPoint presentations. Being able to communicate concepts and information effectively is a very important skill. Using the same information that you discussed in the three points above, you should (1) identify the major points you would include in a PowerPoint presentation and (2) discuss at least five criteria that you would use to design and develop this presentation so it communicates most effectively with an audience of your choosing.
Due by
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
,
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
Writing:
Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
Responses were error free.
Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Peer Pressure and CrimeOne afternoon at w.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Peer Pressure and Crime
One afternoon at work, Natalie received a phone call from her daughter’s teacher. It seemed that Brandi had got into trouble, and Natalie would need to meet with Brandi’s teacher and the school principal. Natalie could not imagine what the trouble could be. Brandi was a straight-A student, played soccer, and was part of the school band. She also helped out with chores at home. On the way to the school, Natalie decided she would not jump to conclusions but would hear Brandi’s side of the story. Then, she would let Brandi have a piece of her mind!
At school, Natalie met the school principal; Brandi’s teacher; and a crying, red-eyed Brandi. Brandi and two other girls had stolen a pack of cigarettes from a teacher’s purse and were caught smoking in the woods behind the school. Worse, one of the other girls had stolen the teacher’s prescription medication, though Brandi said she did not know anything about that. The principal and teacher said that this was a serious breach of trust and was against school policy. They knew Brandi and were “shocked” that she was involved in this activity. In private consultation with Natalie, they said that Brandi was involved with the wrong crowd, but there was still time to intervene before she developed a pattern of bad behavior.
Natalie left the meeting angry with Brandi, but also feeling guilty and responsible. She had been working extra hours and was often busy with her schoolwork. Perhaps she had neglected Brandi or missed important warning signs. She would ground Brandi, but more importantly, she would pay much closer attention to whom she befriended and where she went. Natalie decided she would establish a schedule where she would help the girls’ do their homework.
Natalie felt tired. After all the years of guidance and parenting, how could “two stupid tweens” undo all her hard work? She felt she had worked hard teaching Brandi and Jenny how to make good decisions and to know right from wrong. She worried what the next ten years would bring. She pondered the possibilities of other peer influences, alcohol, drugs, and boys.
Research differential association theory and social learning theory as applied to criminal behavior and crime using the textbook, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet. Select two scholarly, peer-reviewed articles for use in this assignment.
Based on the scenario, your readings and research, respond to the following:
How could Brandi’s behavior be explained using differential association theory?
How could Brandi’s behavior be explained using social learning theory?
What are the strengths and limitations of these two theories as applied to this example?
Be sure to support your responses using the selected resources.
Write your initial response in 4–6 paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, November 28, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, D.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Integration of TechnologyTechnology has c.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Integration of Technology
Technology has changed the way we conduct business on a daily basis. A number of organizations have opted for integrating systems and sharing information with their counterparts.
Using the Argosy University online library resources and the Internet, research information technology (IT) systems for supply chains.
Then respond to the following:
As a manager, if you have to design an IT system for supply chain purposes using a cross-functional team, who would you include on your team and why?
Explain some of the trade-offs you would consider when designing/acquiring the system. Be specific and support your reasoning with examples.
After your initial post, discuss the following:
What trade-offs are involved in (a) sharing information with other organizations in a supply chain and (b) the acquisition of information-processing technology?
Who needs to be involved in decisions as they pertain to technology acquisition for supply chain management?
Name three different ways that technology has improved the ability to manage supply chains.
Explain why integrated technology has improved the ability to manage supply chains.
Write your initial response in 200 to 300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, October 31, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Consider the following in your response:
Provide a statement of clarification or a point of view with rationale.
Challenge a point of discussion or draw a relationship between one or more points of the discussion.
Grading Criteria and Rubric
Assignment 1 Grading Criteria
Max Points
Initial Discussion Response
16
Discussion Participation
16
Writing Craftsmanship and Ethical Scholarship
8
Total:
40
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Assignment 1 Discussion—Developing TrustCommunicating ethically t.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Developing Trust
Communicating ethically to employees as well as other internal and external stakeholders is of the utmost importance for leaders and managers. Being able to build and maintain trust in order to be credible is essential.
Using the module readings,online library resources, and the Internet, research ways of developing trust.
Respond to the following:
Explain how leaders and managers can overcome obstacles and develop trust in communicating corporate ethics.
Due byTuedsday
March 1, 2016
,
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. nclude citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
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Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
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.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Communicating Negative InformationAs you .docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Communicating Negative Information
As you learned in the previous module, delivering bad news requires communicating honestly and directly, but also effectively. Communicating negative information or giving feedback to an employee is especially important for both the employee’s as well as the organization’s morale.
Review the following scenario:
Nancy Douglas is an assistant accountant for the hardware division of Crothwall and Associates—an IT company founded in 1997 and currently worth five billion dollars. The company conducts performance appraisals twice a year. Nancy has worked for the company for a year and a half and has received a B grade on her performance for both the appraisal cycles. After her second appraisal, Nancy had made a ten-thousand-dollar accounting mistake. Nancy takes an hour to commute to work and is a single parent. She has two children, ages three and six, and is on medication for insomnia.
Assume that you are an assistant HR manager at Crothwall and Associates. You need to inform Nancy that she has received a C grade on her performance after the third appraisal and this is her only opportunity to improve the quality of her work.
Based on your analysis of the scenario, the module readings, online library resources, and the Internet, develop a scenario, including dialogue, for the conversation between you and Nancy in this situation. The scenario should be a properly worded communication and use communication etiquette effectively.
Be sure to give reasons for your assertions and support them with scholarly research.
Due by
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
,
Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Assignment Components
Initial response was:
Insightful, original, accurate, and timely.
Substantive and demonstrated advanced understanding of concepts.
Compiled/synthesized theories and concepts drawn from a variety of sources to support statements and conclusions.
Discussion Response and Participation:
Responded to a minimum of two peers in a timely manner.
Offered points of view supported by research.
Asked challenging questions that promoted discussion.
Drew relationships between one or more points in the discussion.
Writing:
Wrote in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner.
Responses were error free.
Information from sources, where applicable, was paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
.
Assignment 1 Discussion—Biomes, Development, Pollution, and YouEa.docx
Assignment 1: Discussion—Biomes, Development, Pollution, and You
Each part of the United States has at least one ecological crisis based on location, biome, and industrialization pattern. For example, the Midwest was once a prairie with very fertile soil. However, when people realized that with the right watering and drainage system this area could become productive farmland, there arose ecological problems. The conversion of the prairie to farmland is the root cause of many ecological problems in this region.
Regardless of what biome you consider, humans have likely had an impact on the ecology of that area.
For this assignment, identify the biome in which you live. The following are a few examples of biomes:
Tropical rainforests: This biome has high average temperatures, high moisture levels, and high species diversity.
Prairies: The prairies have grassland-variable temperatures, variable moisture levels—depending on proximity to mountain ranges—and are mainly dominated by grasses and ungulate herbivores.
Deserts: These biomes have hotter average temperatures, low moisture, lower species diversity, and a composition of species limited mainly to those that are adapted to hot temperatures.
Temperate forests: The temperate forests have variable temperatures, high moisture levels, and higher species diversity.
Taigas: These biomes have colder average temperatures, lower moisture levels, and lower species diversity.
Tundras: The tundras have cold average temperatures, low moisture levels, and low species diversity.
Coral reefs: These biomes have high average temperatures and high species diversity.
Open oceans: These biomes have a wide range of temperatures and species diversity varies.
Chaparrals: The chaparrals have higher average temperatures, lower moisture levels, and are dominated mainly by grasses and shrubs.
Alpines: These biomes have low average temperatures, low precipitation, and receive high ultraviolet (UV) rays due to high elevation.
Using the readings for this module, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, respond to the following:
Explain how humans have impacted the biome in which you live. List the types of environmental damage that have been caused and the species that have been impacted.
Describe the major pollution issues for your biome, and elaborate on the sources of this pollution.
List any species that have become extinct in this biome.
Support your statements with appropriate examples and scholarly references.
Write your initial response in approximately 300–350 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.
By
Saturday, October 31, 2015
, post your response to the appropriate
Discussion Area
. Through
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses. Address the following:
Propose how the environmental damage listed in your classmates’ posts could be reversed.
Consider if any “ideal” laws exist today to address these issues. Cite your examples.
Recommen.
Resources Four agencies U.S. Securities and Exchange Commi
Resources:
Four agencies:
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA)
,
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
, and
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Scenario:
Your solar panel manufacturing and installation company, Solar Co. Inc., is in the process of "going public," has underwritten its Initial Public Offering (IPO), and filed its registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Your current executive team has asked you to create a plan ensuring compliance with a variety of regulations that will apply to Solar Co. as the company goes public and continues to expand.
Write
a discussion in no more than 175 words about each of the four federal agencies provided above including the following:
Explain the role and function of the agency.
Identify at least two significant regulations enforced by each agency relevant to Solar Co.'s business (totaling eight regulations).
Provide recommendations for Solar Co. to ensure compliance with each of the regulations including specific action items to be taken by employees and management.
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Resource Ch. 12, Designing Distributed and Internet Systems
Resource:
Ch. 12, "Designing Distributed and Internet Systems".
Businesses and organizations are focusing on developing Internet systems to provide value to their customers and staff. There are many software technologies available to internet systems development teams including; SOAP, HTML, JSON, XML, CSS, ASP.NET, Objective C, php, JAVA™, Python, Ruby, AJAX, Swift™, AngularJS, Bootstrap, jQuery, R, and many more.
Choose
an option below to complete this assignment:
Option One:
Write
a 4-page paper that compares and contrasts at least three Internet systems development software technologies.
Explain
why an Internet systems developer might choose one technology over another technology.
Explain
how these technologies can bring value to the business or organization.
Incorporate
additional research or academic information to support your paper.
Format
your paper according to APA guidelines.
Submit
your paper.
Option Two:
Record
a 5- to 6-minute podcast (an audio recording) that compares and contrasts at least three Internet systems development software technologies.
Explain
why an Internet systems developer might choose one technology over another technology.
Explain
how these technologies can bring value to the business or organization.
Incorporate
additional research or academic information to support your assertions and conclusions.
Record
an introduction to your podcast that includes the elements of an APA title page.
At the end of the podcast,
provide
the listener a list of your academic and professional references, conforming to the same APA guidelines of a written assignment; (Have fun with this; record your own introduction music, if you choose, or do something entertaining and creative).
Submit
your podcast.
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ResourceThe Art and Science of Leadership, Ch. 5Create
Resource:
The Art and Science of Leadership
, Ch. 5
Create
either a 2- to 4-minute podcast, a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation, a 1- to 2-minute video, or other presentation on the interaction and influence among leadership tactics according to the following criteria:
Explain power and compare how it relates to leadership
Analyze the five sources of power
Summarize the relationship between influence and power
Determine how relationships between leaders and staff affect influence and power
Cite
a minimum of two references other than the text.
Format
your assignment consistent with APA guidelines.
Include detailed speaker notes if PowerPoint Presentation is selected.
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ResourcesReference and Citation Examples, located in the
Resources:
Reference and Citation Examples, located in the Center for Writing Excellence
CJi Interactive
Complete
the following CJi Interactive:
Ch. 1: Learning Modules
Criminal Justice Goals
Criminal Justice Process
Due Process vs. Crime Control
Ch. 1: Myths & Issues Videos
Issue 1: Is the Criminal Justice System Really a System?
Ch. 2: Learning Modules
Defining Crime
Violent Crime
Property Crime
White Collar and Organized Crime
Ch. 2: Myths & Issues Videos
Issue 1: Crime v. Deviance
Write
a 700- to 1,050-word paper that includes the following:
Define
crime
, its relationship to the law, and the two most common models of how society determines which acts are criminal.
Describe the government structure as it applies to the criminal justice system.
Identify choice theories and their assumptions in regards to crime.
Describe the components of the criminal justice system and the criminal justice process.
Identify ethical challenges in criminal justice.
Include
information learned from the CJi Interactive activities in your paper.
Format
your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
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Resources Week Three and Five assignmentsWrite a 1,750-
Resources:
Week Three and Five assignments
Write
a 1,750- to 2,100-word proposal for financing the project you selected in Week Two. Include the following:
Introduction, Use each heading below as the paragraph title, and include a conclusion
PLEASE INCLUDE ALL URLs for resources
A description and summary of the state, county, or city of choice including
demographics
employment or unemployment data
A cost-benefit analysis (Week Three)
Three potential sources of funding (Week Five)
Role of taxation on funding the project
Possible need for income redistribution and its effects on the local economy
A description of how entitlement or welfare spending in the state, county, or city has affected the labor and employment market: Explain the potential effects on funding the project.
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Resources Week 2 readings and activities, University Library, i
Resources:
Week 2 readings and activities, University Library, internet, the
Big Myths
website is particularly helpful.
The readings and activities this week were about the creation myths of various cultures. In one activity you discussed similarities and differences of the myths. Now it is time to write about two creation myths you learned about this week.
Select
at least two creation myths from two different cultures. For ideas, refer to this week's readings and the myths section of the
Big Myths
website for animated presentations of many creation myths. You can also access transcripts from the site.
Complete
the
Creation Myths Template
located in
Student Materials.
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ResourceSecurity Planning and Risk Management TemplateT
Resource:
Security Planning and Risk Management Template
The CIO of the organization you chose is ready for you to take a look at the organization's potential vulnerabilities and threats.
Complete
the 1.5- to 2-page Security Planning and Risk Management Template. Include the following:
Considering the aspects or components of the cyber domain, list potential vulnerabilities or threats facing the organization.
Give a description of the risk each vulnerability or threat would have on the organization in terms of its people, network, data, or reputation.
Explain each risk's impact on the organization.
Provide a defined mitigation for each vulnerability, such as an incident response plan, disaster recovery plan, or business continuity plan. Or, give a defined reason why this vulnerability or threat would not be mitigated, such as the use of a different risk control strategy.
Include
citations as necessary in APA format.
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