“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then

“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then. “Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then.

“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then write an essay in which you analyze how the relation between the minor character and the major character illuminates the meaning of the work.” The novel I chose is Mary Shelly’s Frankenstein. The essay only needs to be four paragraphs, an intro, two heavy body paragraphs, and a conclusion. I use APEPE (answer, proof, explain, proof, explain, summary) for my body paragraphs. The proofs are quotes from the novel and the explains needs to be an in depth analysis of those quotes. I’ve already written about half of it, but I still need more to first body and I need my second body and conclusion. Here is what I have so far, feel free to make any revisions.
“Mary Shelly’s horror, science fiction novel, Frankenstein, centers around Victor Frankenstein, a mad scientist who created a living, sentient creature using disembodied body parts and high voltage electricity. Characterization plays a crucial part in the book, with victor being a highly intelligent yet self centered individual, and his creature filled with angst and hatred for himself and the world around him. With such strong characterization, the usage of foil characters, such as Henry Clerval is a must. Henry’s existence illuminates the main themes of the novel by emphasizing Victor’s unpleasant traits while bringing out a better side of him.
To start, Henry Clerval is Victor Frankenstein’s best friend who is just as knowledgeable as Frankenstein. Clerval shares Frankenstein’s ambition for acknowledgement and fame, the main difference is that these goals are paired with a compassionate and empathetic nature. For instance, after abandoning his creature and reuniting with Clerval, Victor says, “Clerval called forth the better feelings of my heart; he again taught me to love the aspect of nature, and the cheerful faces of children. Excellent friend!”. Victor’s reckless abandonment of his creation followed by Clerval’s invitation to enjoy the simpler things in life like the beauty of nature perfectly shows the juxtaposition between the two individuals. In addition, Clerval tends to bring out a better side of Victor Frankenstein by being an empathetic and virtuous man. For example,”[supanova_question]

Choose ONE of the following scenarios and apply the same scenario to

Choose ONE of the following scenarios and apply the same scenario to two of the four questions in Section A and the mandatory question in Section B.

Option 1:  The Happy Snack company produces healthy wholefood treats from sustainably grown non-GMO chickpeas and fava beans; happy Snack Company roasted snacks are crispy, crunchy, nutritious and delicious! Naturally high in protein and fibre and with significantly less fat than nuts and chips, you can satisfy your hunger cravings more healthily. Free from gluten, nuts, eggs and dairy, Happy Snacks are also perfect for those looking to live allergy-free. The Happy Snack Company are looking to produce a new range of Dry-Roasted Chickpeas into the UK Crisps, savoury snacks or nuts markets.

 

Option 2: Card Shack is an independent Greetings Card shop tucked into The Arcade, along Bristol Broadmead. They work closely with local, independent designer-makers to offer the best range of Greetings Cards and gift items in Bristol. Their cards are targeted at an adult audience with an edgy, fun sense of humour! With the uncertainty of Covid-19 and repeated closures, the company is looking to diversify its distribution channels to include home-delivery, online retailing or personalisation markets, to name a few.

Option 3: The Ordinary, a brand within the Deciem Beauty Group stable, produce ethical skincare focusing on advanced functional beauty. Their products are free of parabens, sulphates, mineral oil, methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone, animal oils, coal tar dyes, formaldehyde, mercury, oxybenzone. Additionally, the company doesn’t test its products on animals. Focusing on minimalism and integrity and having a comprehensive service element. The Ordinary is predominantly a direct to consumer brand that hopes to grow its market share of its Mineral UV Filters SPF 15 with Antioxidants product within the UK Beauty or Sunscreen Markets.

 

Section A

Answer TWO (2) of the FOUR (4) questions.

Using the market attractiveness criteria (as a minimum), identify one potential market category within the United Kingdom for your selected company and product. Further to this, what are the key factors that will determine the success and failure of market entry? (1,000 words MAX)

[40 marks]

 

Explicitly state the product category you propose for your organisation. Using Segmentation, targeting and positioning principles, identify a suitable customer segment for the new offering? How might they be targeted and how will the product be positioned? Use market research and academic sources to justify your answer. (1,000 words MAX)

[40 marks]

 

Explicitly state a customer segment you wish to target and develop a marketing mix for the product. How might the product, promotion and pricing elements be affected by the proposed segment? (Max 1,000 words)

[40 marks]

 

 

“Service elements are so crucial to product sales that “pure products” no longer exist”. Critically discuss this statement using your scenario as an example within your answer. MAX 1,000 words

[40 marks]

 

Section B

Answer the question in this section

 

What are critical success factors for your scenario in order of priority? Using academic and market research justify the prioritisation of the factors. MAX 500 words[supanova_question]

Marketing Strategy 33:630:452:H7 Summer 2021 Online—Mondays and Wednesdays (6 to 9pm via

“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then Marketing Strategy 33:630:452:H7

Summer 2021 Online—Mondays and Wednesdays (6 to 9pm via Zoom)

Professor Erich Toncre

Director of Marketing Education

1 Washington Park, Room 954

973-224-0401 (cell)

Email Address etoncre@business.rutgers.edu

Office Hours via Zoom: Weds: 2 to 4pm

REMOTE LEARNING

Please note all class sessions will be delivered live and recorded via Zoom each Tuesday night at 6pm. Recordings of the live classes will be ready for your review for that week’s module as soon as the Zoom session links are made available to me. In this course, you will be expected to complete several tasks including:

Downloading and uploading documents to Canvas

Accessing documents online

Viewing online videos

Participating in online discussion groups

Completing exams online

Participating in synchronous online discussions

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the nature and role of marketing strategy within organizations. This purpose of this course is to provide the students frameworks, techniques and strategies to evaluate marketing strategies within real life organizations. Lecture from class slides, class discussion, assignments, group exercises, case presentations, marketing videos, marketing plan presentations and guest speakers will be the tools utilized to accomplish the learning objectives.

Course Delivery Mode: Synchronous remote (SR)

Learning Management System: Canvas

Hardware and software requirements: You should be able to download most needed software from RU software portal: https://it.rutgers.edu/software-portal/

Below is the minimum hardware recommended by OTIS. These specs should allow your systems to capably support a full Windows10 Professional environment with Office365, RBS course-specific applications and virtual computing environments).

I5 Processor

Windows 10 Professional

8gb of RAM

256gb hard drive

720p webcam

Internal mic

RBS New Brunswick Students in need of financial assistance can send an email to: deanofstudents@echo.rutgers.edu

RBS Newark Students in need of financial assistance may submit their request via a form: https://myrun.newark.rutgers.edu/care-team

Students can also benefit from reviewing: https://myrbs.business.rutgers.edu/students/learning-remotely

If students have any technology issues, they should reach out to OTIS help desk at helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu

COURSE MATERIALS

Marketing Management e-book–See separate handout posted on Canvas

Check Canvas (canvas.rutgers.edu) for course materials including slides, videos and articles regularly.

LEARNING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

This course is designed to help students develop skills and knowledge in the following area(s):

Business knowledge. Students will have a command of marketing theory and practice in the area of marketing strategy.

Students who complete this course will demonstrate:

Understand using the fundamental frameworks, processes and analysis tools of marketing strategy

Using the principles of marketing strategy to solve business problems

Ethical judgment. Students will use reasoned and ethical judgment when analyzing problems and making decisions. Students who complete this course will demonstrate:

a. Recognition of ethical dilemmas in decision-making scenarios in a marketing strategy context.

Global perspective. Students will have the breadth of perspective necessary to effectively function in a global and diverse business environment. Students who complete this course will demonstrate:

a. A basic understanding of how to conduct marketing strategy internationally.

Persuasive communication. Students will be effective communicators. Students who complete this course will demonstrate:

Ability to construct clear, concise, and convincing written business communication with the class assignments.

Ability to construct and deliver clear, concise, and convincing oral business communication with the class assignments.

Most of the frameworks, processes and analyses developed by marketing researchers, consultants and managers are focused on solving four fundamental marketing problems:

All customers differ

All customers change

All competitors react

All resources are limited

PREQUISITES

29:630:301–Introduction to Marketing, 29:630:385–Marketing Research

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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

I do NOT tolerate cheating. Students are responsible for understanding the RU Academic Integrity Policy (http://academicintegrity.rutgers.edu/). I will strongly enforce this Policy and pursue all violations. On all examinations and assignments, students must sign the RU Honor Pledge, which states, “On my honor, I have neither received nor given any unauthorized assistance on examinations or assignments.” [I will screen all written assignments through SafeAssign or Turnitin, plagiarism detection services that compare the work against a large database of past work.] Do not let cheating or plagiarism destroy your hard-earned opportunity to learn. See business.rutgers.edu/ai for more details.

***You must sign, date and post the statement on Canvas. You must also sign, date and post the statement on Canvas by Thursday, June 9th that you understand the guidelines and polices outlined in this course syllabus.

ATTENDANCE AND PREPARATION POLICY

Expect me to attend all class sessions. I expect the same of you. If I am to be absent, my department chair or I will send you notice via email and Canvas as far in advance as possible. If you are to be absent, report your absence in advance at https://sims.rutgers.edu/ssra/.

If your absence is due to religious observance, a Rutgers-approved activity, illness, business trip or family emergency/death and you seek makeup work, also send me an email with full details and supporting documentation within 5 days of your first absence.

Expect me to arrive on time for each class session. I expect the same of you. If you are going to be tardy, please notify me via e-mail and the reason.

Expect me to remain for the entirety of each class session. I expect the same of you. If you have to leave early, please let me valid reason (business meeting, family emergency, etc.) before the start of class so I can plan accordingly.

Expect me to prepare properly for each class session. I expect the same of you. Complete all background reading and assignments. You cannot learn if you are not prepared.

Expect me to participate fully in each class session. I expect the same of you. You can’t learn if you are not paying attention.

If you are unable to attend the class meetings be sure to contact me beforehand to discuss your absence. I suggest that you use a “buddy” system to ensure that if you miss a class that you get the appropriate notes from the lecture. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to me to schedule an appointment during my office hours. If you are unable to meet with me during office hours, we can plan to schedule for an alternate day and time.

Please note that all assignments are to be completed using Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint)

For school emergencies, consult the campus home page. Please also check Canvas because I might be posting additional information regarding the emergency and class materials for that day.

CLASSROOM CONDUCT

Both individual’s participation in class and on his or her assigned team will be considered for course evaluation. Anonymous individual feedback from your team members via Survey Monkey will be considered, but I will make the final decision based on my observations.

Usually, in an in-person course, I ask students to select their own team. Since we are operating in a remote environment, I will select your team. If a student strongly desires to be placed on another team, that will be allowed only if a member from another team volunteers to switch teams with the student requesting such a change. No team changes will be allowed after the second class.

If you miss two or more classes without informing me in advance and without good reason, your overall class participation grade will be negatively impacted. Treat it as your job. If you don’t show up to work without a valid excuse, you can’t expect to keep your job for long. I do understand that there are circumstances that may require you to miss a class, such as an urgent business meeting, so informing me in advance will help you here (see approved excuses under attendance policy above), but does NOT remove your responsibility for all assigned work.

PLEASE NOTE: Cellphones and other electronic devices should be shut off during our online live class. Please make sure to mute your line during the live lecture unless you are asked to speak during a class discussion or team presentation. Outside noise will make the learning experience less than optimal for everyone. Also, feel free to share with me your thoughts on how I can make this remote setting more comfortable. I will be happy to make some adjustments to improve the learning experience for everyone.

EXAM DATES AND POLICIES

There are no exams for this course.

GRADING POLICY

Course grades are determined by the following:

GRADING CRITERIA:

Assignments:

Percent:

Article Critiques (10% for the first one, 15% for the second one)

25

Final Marketing Presentation

35

Case Presentation

25

Class Participation (Team In-Class Exercises, Individual Discussion Posts)

15

TOTAL

100

Article Critiques This paper requires you to obtain a marketing article from one of the business journals listed in the syllabus, summarize the content of the marketing article and apply the marketing strategy concepts from the lecture slides and readings in four typed pages, double-spaced 12 point Times New Roman. You will be graded on your ability to summarize the pertinent issues raised in the article and how well you articulate /apply marketing strategy concepts from class to the article critique. A copy of the article must be uploaded to Canvas along with your summary paper. If you have questions as to the suitability of your chosen article, you can ask me to review it before you write your paper.

The following is a list of magazines where you can find articles. You can also find marketing articles in the Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur magazine and online from your local newspaper or general news sources. This is NOT an exhaustive list, but you should be able to find an article. You can also check with the business library’s online magazine source as well. **Choose an article that interests you and relates to marketing. ** It is an individual assignment not a group assignment. Ten points will be deducted each day the assignment is late.

Marketing Magazines

Advertising Age

Global source of news, views and data for the ad, marketing and media industries.

Adweek/Brand Week

Highlights the latest advertising trends, including those related to online and website advertising. It is also a magazine for branding professionals. Find tips on increasing brand loyalty, market analysis and news coverage of brands.

Bloomberg Business Week

Weekly business magazine with insights and in-depth analysis of business events.

Entrepreneur Magazine

Monthly magazine that covers entrepreneurship and small business.

Fast Company

Monthly magazine that covers technology, business and design.

Forbes

Bi-weekly magazine that publishes articles on finance, investing and marketing.

Fortune

Published 14 times a year it features articles on finance, investing and marketing.

Inc.

Weekly magazine that publishes articles about small business and startups.

Wall Street Journal

Daily publication covering breaking and current business and political headlines around the nation and world.

Final Team Presentation: Each team will do a re-branding of a major brand in the form of a marketing plan Powerpoint presentation The duration of each team presentation is 40 minutes. The presentation will cover all major aspects of a marketing plan from SWOT analysis, marketing research to the marketing mix. A sample presentation template will be provided to show you how one is created.

Case Presentation: Each team will present one Harvard Case presentation to the entire class. The team will select the case and obtain approval from me before the start the process.

Class Participation (Discussion Posts, In-class team exercises): Class participation and attendance is vital for the successful completion of this course. Perfect attendance without verbal participation in discussions will NOT result in a good participation grade. This requirement is based on the fact that discussion/teamwork is essential in most business settings.

ATTENDANCE IS NOT EQUAL TO PARTICIPATION. Participation grades will be based on the instructor’s observation during online discussion groups and discussion posts. The quality of your comments and frequency of your comments are equally important. Online discussion groups will be conducted during our regularly scheduled Tuesday night class. The group activities will focus on discussion of cases and exercises that will apply to recently learned marketing concepts. Discussion Post questions will be posted several times via the Discussions section of Canvas. For each discussion post, you have to post one primary post up to 300 words in response to the questions that I provide and a secondary post up to 300 words in response to your classmate’s primary post (your choice who you want to respond to). Please refer to the posted assignment rubric for how you will be evaluated on discussion posts and refer to the course schedule for discussion post deadlines.

Special Exception

As with all graded assignments, a special exception can be made with the instructor for unusual circumstances, such as a family illness. It will be the obligation of the student to inform the instructor of the special circumstance. Once an exception is approved, the student must work with the instructor to complete the assignment(s).

FINAL GRADE DETERMINATION:

Note that I grade using the “half-grade system”, meaning that an A is 95 to 100%, and A- is 90 to 94, etc. See the remaining grade scale below.

RANGE

GRADE

Points in GPA

95-100

A

4.00

90-94

A-

3.67

87-89

B+

3.33

83-86

B

3.00

80-82

B-

2.67

77-79

C+

2.33

73-76

C

2.00

70-72

C-

1.67

60-69

D

1.00

Under 60

F

0.00

COURSE SCHEDULE

DATE

TOPIC

ITEMS DUE

7/12

Syllabus, Course

Expectations, Meeting the Teams

Nothing Due

7/14

Five Forces, Strategy, Blue Ocean Strategy

Blue Ocean Strategy Exercise Due

7/16

Understanding Customers

7/19

Developing Strategy

7/21

Perils of Customer Growth

7/26

Customer Retention

7/28

Implementing New Products

8/2

Pricing

8/4

Distribution

8/9

Promotion

8/11

Crisis Management

8/16

Marketing Plan Presentations

SUPPORT SERVICES

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More information can be found at ods.rutgers.edu.

[Rutgers University-New Brunswick ODS phone (848)445-6800 or email dsoffice@echo.rutgers.edu]

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If you are pregnant, the Office of Title IX and ADA Compliance is available to assist with any concerns or potential accommodations related to pregnancy.

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CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

For the code of professional conduct, please refer to the following link:

https://myrbs.business.rutgers.edu/students/code-professional-conduct

Rutgers Business School is recognized for its high-quality education. To that end, maintaining the caliber of classroom excellence requires students to adhere to the same behaviors that are expected in professional career environments. These include the following principles:

Discussion and Correspondence

Each student is encouraged to take an active part in class discussions and activities. Substantive dialogue requires a degree of mutual respect, willingness to listen, and tolerance of opposing points of view. Disagreement and the challenging of ideas must happen in a supportive and sensitive manner. Hostility and disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.

In both correspondence and the classroom, students should demonstrate respect in the way they address instructors. Students should use proper titles in addressing instructors unless there is an explicit understanding that the instructor accepts less formal address. Similarly, appropriate formatting in electronic communication, as well as timely responsiveness, are all expectations in every professional interaction, including with instructors. Everything said and written should demonstrate respect and goodwill.

Punctuality and Disruption

Class starts and ends promptly at the assigned periods. Students are expected to be in their seats and ready to begin class on time.

Packing belongings before the end of class is disruptive to both other students and the instructor. Barring emergencies and within reason, students are expected to remain in their seats for the duration of the class.

Technology

The use of technology is sanctioned only as permitted by the course instructor. As research on learning shows, peripheral use of technology in classes negatively impacts the learning environment in three ways:

Individual learning and performance directly suffer, resulting in the systemic lowering of grades earned.

One student’s use of technology automatically diverts and captures other people’s attention, thus impeding their learning and performance. Moreover, even minor infractions have a spillover effect and result in others doing the same.

Subverting this policy (e.g., using a phone during class, even if hidden below the table; tapping on a smartwatch; using a laptop for non-course related matters) is evident to the course instructor and offensive to the principles of decorum in a learning environment.

Networking, computing, and associated resources in the trading rooms, advanced technology rooms, and general classrooms are to be used in the manner intended.

Sharing links to private online classes, attempting to join an online class that you are not enrolled in, or posting disruptive content during these sessions are strictly prohibited and may lead to disciplinary action.

For more instructions on information technology resources at Rutgers University, please refer to the Acceptable Use Policy for Information Technology Resources.

Misappropriating Intellectual Property

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Unauthorized use includes such things as copying, sharing, forwarding, selling, renting, online posting, publication, or any other form of distribution of these materials without the written permission of the copyright holder. Such misconduct may potentially subject you to disciplinary action by the University, significant civil penalties, and even severe criminal sanctions.

For more instructions on copyright protections at Rutgers University, please refer to the Rutgers Libraries.

Rutgers Business School is committed to the highest standards of integrity. We value mutual respect and responsibility, as these are fundamental to our educational excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

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ASSESSMENT 3,000 WORDS ESSAY Weighting 100% Submission date: 28th July Students will

ASSESSMENT 3,000 WORDS ESSAY Weighting 100%

Submission date: 28th July

Students will formulate a question and search for two papers with the aim to answer their question. Students will select, and critically appraise the two primary research papers relevant to an agreed area of interest associated with clinical practice or area of service innovation. Students will document their search strategy, discuss it, and present it on tables. A critical appraisal framework will be completed for each research paper and they will be included in the appendices. Students also need to provide discussion on the critical analysis. Students are required to analyse the findings of the papers in a thematic analysis and discuss the results to demonstrate if their question is answered. Students need to provide a conclusion, reference list and appendices.

HEADINGS REQUIRED IN YOUR ESSAY:

1- TITLE

2 – INTRODUCTION

3 – BACKGROUND

4 – SEARCH STRATEGY

5 – CRITICAL ANALYSIS

6 – FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION OF RESULTS

7 – CONCLUSION

8- REFERENCE LIST (Harvard style).

9 – APPENDICES – CRITICAL APPRAISAL TOOLS

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Summative written essay based on a clearly defined question elaborated by the student in a topic of their choosing related to clinical practice or service improvement. Students must follow the given Summative structure for the essay. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key elements of the research process. Document the search strategy using PEO or PICO on databases utilised and inclusion and exclusion criteria. (LO 1, 2, 3)

2. Demonstrate ability to critically analyse papers by using a critique framework, such as Holland and Rees/CASP. Frameworks need to be included on appendices. Discuss the critical analysis in the body of the work including rigour, reliability, validity, and ethics. (LO 3, 4)

3. Demonstrate ability to discuss papers’ findings in a thematic analysis and draw arguments to evidence that findings answer the formulated question. (LO 1, 2)

4. Demonstrate in the conclusion the link between aims and objectives, the research question and if findings answer the question. Complete beneficial recommendations. (LO 1, 2)

5. Presentation, grammar, reference list and appendices. Ensure academic conventions are consistent with level 5.[supanova_question]

MARKING RUBRIC. 1.introduction The evidence to support the purpose of assignment is

MARKING RUBRIC.

1.introduction

The evidence to support the purpose of assignment is clear and how and why the topic was chosen related to its Australian significance is clearly represented and articulated well.

2. Risk factors

Identification of the ALL-relevant risk factors for the GHI within the Australian local and national population is clearly represented and articulated well

3.Impacts

Identification of all impacts of the GHI on the Australian local and national population and is clearly represented and articulated well.

4. challenges

dentification of all relevant challenges in management of the Australian local and national population relating to the GHI is clearly represented and articulated well.

6. Prevention, strategies, and relevant health policy for Australian

Identification of relevant prevention or management strategies and relevant health policy for Australian local and national population relating to the GHI is clearly represented and articulated well.

Content

Introduction includes comprehensive description of chosen health topic, with comprehensive justification for the topic using convincing evidence of its appropriateness for this Community, from varied evidence-based sources. Engaging, dynamic and innovative presentation that is visually appealing in design and layout. Graphics suit topic and enhance the communication of ideas, with a clean layout with minimal text present. Used appropriate and respectful professional non-discriminatory language in all written and verbal components of presentation, with the absence of spelling and grammar error.

Reference.

Evidence of extensive reading. Demonstrates use of the most current, relevant, and credible evidence-based research. More than seven sources used. Correct use of APA 7th Ed. Format for all citations and references (in-text and reference list).[supanova_question]

“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then

“Choose a novel or okay in which a minor character serves as a foil to a main character. Then

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t. In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t.

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t write about Orwell or the other essayist whose work you wrote about in your first essay.)
Don’t just summarize the two texts. Explain where they overlap and where they diverge. In the places where they meet (overlap), what differences exist? In the places where they diverge, explain why they do so. To make this explanantion, say what sends them on their separate trajectories.
General requirements:
It is best to structure the essay in a traditional way (i.e. the essay should have a clear introduction outlining the thrust of the essay, body paragraphs supporting the introduction, and a clear conclusion summarizing the whole, especially the developments the body paragraphs have made to the introduction). It is best to structure the individual body paragraphs similarly–i.e. individual paragraphs should begin by introducing the point central to the paragraph, make a point, and conclude by summarizing the paragraph’s overall point (1) write a general introduction to the subject(s) of a quote from the reading; 2) write an introduction to the quotation itself–this introduction should explain what the quote was doing in the reading; 3) quote from the text–surround this quotation with quotation marks, follow the quotation with a parenthetical citation (for example: “”A scrupulous writer, in every sentence that [they] writes, will ask himself at least four questions, thus: What am I trying to say? What words will express it? What image or idiom will make it clearer? Is this image fresh enough to have an effect? And [they] will probably ask … two more: Could I put it more shortly? Have I said anything that is avoidably ugly?” (Orwell)”; 4) write an analysis explaining how the quote achieves its purpose or what you think of the quote; 5) write a conclusion explaining the connection between your analysis and your general introduction (see 1). These five parts (at least five sentences, though any of these parts might be more than a single sentence) make a body paragraph. Introductions should avoid broad generalities. Succinctness is desirable and wordiness should be avoided.
The essay must be at least 900 words, not counting heading, title, or quotations. Failure to meet this minimum will result in a failing grade. The essay should be set in a twelve-point typeface—Times New Roman or Arial is strongly preferred. Essays should be double-spaced and the text should be justified to the left margin. Margins should be set at one inch (this will be the default setting for most word processors). No lines should be skipped. Headings should consist of four lines including the student’s name, the title of the course, the instructor’s name, and the date of submission. Essays should be titled. Titles should give some indication of the essay’s subject. The title should be justified to the center of the page.
In addition to writing, essays are marked for attention to essay form (see above), strength of argument (or fulfillment of purpose), and revision.
Essays should summarize as little as possible.
Essays must be submitted in draft before being finally submitted.
First drafts should be saved and must be available for later submission.
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Week 1: Writing Assignment 1) Read Chapter 1 of Course Textbook –

Week 1: Writing Assignment

1) Read Chapter 1 of Course Textbook – Approaching the study of Public Administration.

2) After reading, complete the corresponding essay assignment. Type your work and upload it here.

3) Answer any four of the following questions.  All questions carry equal marks.

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Define public administration and discuss the reasons for the decline of public regard and confidence in public administrators today.

 

Identify and discuss reasons for the growth and expansion of government bureaucracy.

 

Identify and discuss the similarities and differences between public and private administration.

 

Identify and discuss the roles of public administration in contemporary American society.

 

Discuss the contributions of public administration theorists Frank Goodnow and Woodrow Wilson to the theory of public administration dichotomy. Include in your discussion the positions of critics such as Paul Appleby, Herbert Simon and Dwight Waldo.

 

Identify and discuss various aspects of the scope and functions (subjects of study) of public administration as a discipline according to Luther Gulick and Lyndall Urwick.

 

7.  Discuss the impacts of globalization on American govt. and the social life of its citizens.[supanova_question]

Name __________________________ Date ___________________________ Title of Topic ____________________ Pass/Fail TOPICAL OUTLINE FOR

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t Name __________________________ Date ___________________________

Title of Topic ____________________

Pass/Fail

TOPICAL OUTLINE FOR TEACHING PROJECT – NUR 410

DO 3-5-MINUTE PRESENTATION

Give a brief background on the topic/problem

Discuss interventions/management of topic (based on best practices from 3 or more professional evidence-based practices journals)

2 or more Questions for Q & A

Why is this important to nursing? ______________________

Do you think the interventions/management will solve the problem? ____________

What are some barriers to solutions to the problem? ____________

2 OR MORE PROFESSIONAL HANDOUTS from Professional organizations (upload into designated Bb folder) (full credit)

3 OR MORE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: (full credit)

Participants will state having an increased understanding of _____________ (problem).

Participants will be able to identify interventions to solving ____________(problem).

Participants will understand potential barriers to solving ______________(problem).

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REFERENCES IN APA FORMAT (3 or more for full credit)

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DISCUSSION QUESTION 3-2 MB655 Business Law Lesson 3: The Law of Torts;

DISCUSSION QUESTION 3-2

MB655 Business Law

Lesson 3: The Law of Torts; Product and Service Liability Law; Agency Law

Upon completion of the Required Readings, write a thorough, well-planned narrative answer to the following discussion question. Rely on your Required Readings and the Lecture and Research Update for specific information to answer the discussion question, but turn to your original thoughts when asked to apply, evaluate, analyze, or synthesize the information. Your Discussion Question response should be both grammatically and mechanically correct, and formatted in the same fashion as the question itself. If there is a Part A, your response should identify a Part A, etc. In addition, you must appropriately cite all resources used in your responses and document in a bibliography using APA style.

Discussion Question 2 (50 points)

Discuss the differences between compensatory, punitive, and nominal damages. Provide an example of punitive damages, including a citation for the case. (50 points) (2 pages)

A 2-page response is required.

Grading Rubric

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DISCUSSION QUESTION 5-1 MB655 Business Law Lesson 5: The Employment Relationship and

DISCUSSION QUESTION 5-1

MB655 Business Law

Lesson 5: The Employment Relationship and Immigration Laws; Laws Governing Labor-Management Relations; Employment Discrimination

Upon completion of the Required Readings, write a thorough, well-planned narrative answer to the following discussion question. Rely on your Required Readings and the Lecture and Research Update for specific information to answer the discussion question, but turn to your original thoughts when asked to apply, evaluate, analyze, or synthesize the information. Your Discussion Question response should be both grammatically and mechanically correct, and formatted in the same fashion as the question itself. If there is a Part A, your response should identify a Part A, etc. In addition, you must appropriately cite all resources used in your responses and document in a bibliography using APA style.

Discussion Question 1 (50 points)

Please answer the following in connection with unemployment compensation and worker’s compensation:

Evaluate: Everyone who loses his or her job is entitled to unemployment compensation.

Analyze: It is important to know whether one is an employee or an independent contractor in case the person is injured at work.

Evaluate this statement: Workers’ compensation legislation considers fault.

Explain why someone might think this statement is true: The worker’s compensation system is not always beneficial to workers.

A 2-page response is required. (50 points) (2 pages)

Grading Rubric

Please refer to the rubric on the following page for the grading criteria for this assignment.[supanova_question]

DISCUSSION QUESTION 5-2 MB655 Business Law Lesson 5: The Employment Relationship and

DISCUSSION QUESTION 5-2

MB655 Business Law

Lesson 5: The Employment Relationship and Immigration Laws; Laws Governing Labor-Management Relations; Employment Discrimination

Upon completion of the Required Readings, write a thorough, well-planned narrative answer to the following discussion question. Rely on your Required Readings and the Lecture and Research Update for specific information to answer the discussion question, but turn to your original thoughts when asked to apply, evaluate, analyze, or synthesize the information. Your Discussion Question response should be both grammatically and mechanically correct, and formatted in the same fashion as the question itself. If there is a Part A, your response should identify a Part A, etc. In addition, you must appropriately cite all resources used in your responses and document in a bibliography using APA style.

Discussion Question 2 (50 points)

Please answer the following regarding labor relations legislation that has been enacted over the years:

Explain relationships between the Wagner Act and the Taft-Hartley Act.

Evaluate this statement: The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects all American workers.

A 2-page response is required. (50 points) (2 pages)

Grading Rubric

Please refer to the rubric on the following page for the grading criteria for this assignment.[supanova_question]

may have officially ended, the effects of colonialism are still very much present today. This is true in modern-day Africa. Utilize at least 2 credible sources to support the arguments presented in the paper. Make sure you cite them appropriately within your paper, and list them in APA format on your Reference page. Your paper should be 4–5 pages in length, not counting the Title page and Reference page. In accordance with APA formatting requirements, your paper should include a Title and Reference page, should be double-spaced, and include a running head and page numbers. MUST CONTACT ME TO GET THE LINKS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROJECT.

Assignment Details Though colonialism may have officially ended, the effects of colonialism are still very much present today. This is true in modern-day Africa. Review the following resources for additional information on the slave trade in Africa: Origins of African Slaves: Slave Trade Routes Lasting Effects of Slavery on Africa African Countries and Independence Dates Select 1 of the following countries from which the most slaves originated: Democratic Republic of the Congo Ghana Ivory Coast Use this template to complete your paper: For your selected country, identify the former colonial ruling country. Identify your selected country’s date of independence from the colonial ruling country, and discuss the length of time the slave trade operated there. Discuss how the depopulation and fractured familial relationships inherent in the slave trade have affected your chosen country. Be sure to support your discussion with relevant examples. Are these effects still felt today? If so, how? Provide examples. Based on your review of this information, what conclusions can you draw about the slave trade and its effects on your selected country? Based on your key findings and conclusions, what recommendations do you have to help improve the conditions in the country now? Make sure your recommendations: include specific interventions or strategies to address the issues and constraints identified are feasible (politically and operationally) are realistic (short- and long-term) Utilize at least 2 credible sources to support the arguments presented in the paper. Make sure you cite them appropriately within your paper, and list them in APA format on your Reference page. Your paper should be 4–5 pages in length, not counting the Title page and Reference page. In accordance with APA formatting requirements, your paper should include a Title and Reference page, should be double-spaced, and include a running head and page numbers.[supanova_question]

STAND-ALONE PROJECT MB655 Business Law Stand-Alone Project: Establishing a Clothing Boutique (200

STAND-ALONE PROJECT

MB655 Business Law

Stand-Alone Project: Establishing a Clothing Boutique (200 points)

This Stand-Alone Project is comprised of four (4) parts. Your Stand-Alone Project should be both grammatically and mechanically correct, and formatted using APA style. If there is a Part A, your response should identify a Part A, etc. In addition, you must appropriately cite all resources used in your response and document in a bibliography using APA style. (200 points) (A 10-page response is required for the combination of Parts A, B, C, and D.)

Part A You and Marsha, a good friend from your college days, have decided to open a trendy clothing boutique. You have found a location that looks promising and retained legal counsel to negotiate a lease with the landlord and prepare any paperwork you might be required to register the business with the state. Unfortunately, you cannot agree on how to set up your business. Marsha favors a partnership and you prefer to incorporate. The two of you schedule an appointment with your attorney to discuss the pros and cons of each, as well as other options that the two of you may have overlooked. In table format, summarize the advice your attorney provides for a general partnership, limited liability partnership, public corporation, and sub-chapter S corporation. His advice should include: tax ramifications, control considerations, liability, ease and expense of formation, transferability of ownership, and ease of expanding the business. Consult Chapters 16 and 17 of your textbook.

Part B You and Marsha realized after your last meeting with your attorney that you neglected to ask him about the duties you will owe each other if you decide to go with a general partnership formation. You schedule a second meeting with him. Summarize the duties and rights each of you has under a general partnership.

Part C Visit www.mycorporation.com. Watch the following very short videos that are available: LLC v. Corporation, Where Do I Incorporate, and What’s Next? Summarize the results of each video.

Part D Marsha envisions that down the road the two of you may wish to produce your own clothing line. She wants to manufacture the garments in China or India. You have reservations about expanding your operations outside the U.S. Locate five (5) scholarly articles that are devoted to the topic of expropriation risk, including creeping expropriation. Once you have compiled your articles, draft an argument in which you take a stance for or against manufacturing your clothing outside the U.S. You must support your opinion with evidence and research. In the event the research favors a country other than China or India, discuss your reasoning. Remember to consider the advantages/disadvantages of producing clothing made and sold in the USA. Your discussions should address environmental concerns and the impact outsourcing will have on American workers. Consult all relevant chapters of your textbook. Feel free to supplement your argument with case law reviewed in the textbook or case law you unearth during the course of your research.

Grading Rubric

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MBA 580 Ekvall’s Dimensions of a Creative Climate Assessment Worksheet Complete this

MBA 580 Ekvall’s Dimensions of a Creative Climate Assessment Worksheet

Complete this template by replacing the bracketed text with the relevant information.

For your chosen organization, take notes on each dimension of creative climate identified by Göran Ekvall. Then apply a rating for each dimension and write a summary of your overall opinion of the organization’s creative climate.

Use this scale for your ratings:

0 (Not at all applicable)

1 (Applicable to some extent)

2 (Fairly applicable)

3 (Applicable to a high degree)

Dimension

Notes

Rating

Challenge

[Insert text.]

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Dynamism and Liveliness

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Playfulness and Humor

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Freedom

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Risk Taking

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Idea Time

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Idea Support

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Trust and Openness

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Debate

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Conflict (negatively correlated)

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Summary: [Insert text.][supanova_question]

MBA 651DLQ: Supply Chain Management Course Syllabus As applicable: Zoom Meetings Course

MBA 651DLQ: Supply Chain Management

Course Syllabus

As applicable: Zoom Meetings

Course Instructor: Robert L Garza III

Email: rgarza@lourdes.edu

Department: Business and Leadership

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite: MBA 615 through MBA 620 and MBA 650 unless waived by the MBA Program Director plus the student must have earned an additional eighteen MBA credit hours or with the permission of the instructor.

Date: 5/4/2021

Course Description:

Investigates supply chain management topics including the design of supply chain networks, management of the network of material, information, and financial flows, production planning and control, inventory control, order fulfillment, supply chain outsourcing and logistics.

Purpose of the Course:

The purpose of the course is to integrate theoretical and practical applications of the latest topics of supply chain management. The class focusses on identifying, analyzing and practicing techniques that maximize the overall value of the supply chain.

Graduate School Learning Outcomes:

Acquire and utilize specialized knowledge in the area of study

Gain intellectual and practical communication, analytical inquiry, and information fluency skills appropriate to their area of study

Develop a personal and professional ethic consistent with the Franciscan values of learning, reverence and service

Demonstrate a commitment to social responsibility diversity, and the standard of their profession/discipline

Exhibit the professional development, work practices, global perspectives, and disposition of lifelong learners

Integrate knowledge in engaging in meaningful graduate-level scholarly activities appropriate for their area of study

Program Learning Objectives:

An ability to apply foundational business facts, frameworks, and theory to real-world business problems.

Fluency in the creation, analysis, and manipulation of financial statements.

An understanding and acceptance of the multi-dimensional global environment with the ability to incorporate best management practices into solutions.

The development of an ethical and socially responsible leadership style by learning, applying and supporting alternative approaches to inspiring, influencing and guiding others, while recognizing the impact leadership decisions have on others.

Cultivation of the skills and attitudes necessary for analyzing real-world situational problems, including the ability to critically reflect on the often complex and conflicting issues from a holistic perspective in order to make effective and ethical decisions.

The ability to articulate strategies for effectiveness and implementation in the face of organizational and political realities, including skills and practice in critical thinking and effective communication.

The capacity to review, synthesize, and present solutions to complex problems that require creativity, innovation, and lateral thought processes that encourage trial and error problem-solving techniques.

The ability to consider financial and nonfinancial objectives through understanding of the expectations and requirements of diverse constituencies, including the ability to balance business decisions in order to have the largest positive social impact.

The ability to question underlying assumptions and merge patterns in order to decrease risk.

The practice and application of managerial knowledge, functions, and dispositions in foreign and domestic immersion experiences.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course students should be able to:

Understand the objectives of a supply chain and its effects on the success of the firms in the supply chain.

Understand how the supply chain affects strategic objectives for firms in the supply chain.

Understand how to use supply chain metrics for materials, information and finances to manage / control the objectives of the supply chain.

Understand the effects of supply chain design.

Understand planning and control concepts of the supply chain.

Understand inventory management and order fulfillment concepts of the supply chain.

Understand supply chain outsourcing and logistic concepts.

Bibliography:

Chopra, Sunil, Meindl, Roger, and Vir Kalra Dharam Supply Chain Management (6th edition, 2016).

IBSN: 978-93-325-4823-7

Selected articles from the business literature.

Topical Outline:

What is a Supply Chain?

Design of Supply Chains and Its Effect on Strategy

Management Metrics of a Supply Chain

Planning and Control Through the Supply Chain

Managing Inventory

Outsourcing Decisions

The Logistics of Supply Chain Decisions

Lourdes University Policies and Procedures:

Statement on Disabilities: If you have a disability that is documented with the Dean of Students, please discuss confidentially with your instructor:

the adaptations or the accommodations that have been established with the Dean of Students;

emergency medical information; and/or,

any necessary special arrangements if the building must be evacuated.

Statement on Emergency Response: In case of a Tornado, your instructor will direct you to the nearest shelter, in accordance with Lourdes University’s Policy for Tornado Warnings and Tornado Warning Procedures. In case of a Fire, your instructor will help direct you to the nearest exit. Please evacuate in a calm and efficient manner. Do not use the elevator. Do not block building entrances once you are out, even if inclement weather is occurring.

Policy on Academic Honesty: Academic dishonesty is unethical behavior, which in any way violates the standards of scholarly conduct. It includes such behaviors as cheating on assignments or examinations, plagiarizing, submitting the same or essentially the same papers for more than one course without the consent of all instructors concerned, misappropriating library materials, or the destroying of or tampering with computer files. Also included in academic dishonesty is knowingly or intentionally helping another violate any part of this policy.

Plagiarism is the failure to give credit for the material from other sources. It includes, but is not limited to, verbatim use of a quote without quotation marks and adequate documentation, submission of a paper prepared by another person as one’s own work, using the ideas, facts, words, or data or someone else and claiming them as your own, or not documenting ideas, facts, words, or data gathered in research.

Academic Grievance Policy: Lourdes University has an established procedure for a fair resolution of student’s academic concerns. The steps of the procedure that must be followed in order for all academic grievances are as follows:

Meet first with the instructor involved. If still unresolved…

Then meet with the Program Director involved. If still unresolved…

Then meet with the Dean of the College involved. If still unresolved…

Then meet with the Associate Provost for final resolution.

Each of the above steps should be pursued within a reasonable length of time (days, not weeks). An Academic Grievance Tracking Form should be obtained and completed after each step. These forms are available from your instructor when you begin the grievance procedure.

Recording Policy: Lourdes University prohibits the use of tape-recorders, video cameras, cell phones, and all other devices by students to record class lectures or meetings with the instructor or any staff member unless they have express written consent of the professor or staff member. Before recording any lecture, a student who wishes to record a lecture must sign a Lourdes University Agreement Form and present this to the instructor for written consent. Once students have signed the Lourdes University Agreement Form and have the express written consent of the instructor to record a class or meeting students must make their own arrangements to record the class.

 

Lourdes University prohibits the use of electronic devices by students for the purpose of recording private conversations with faculty or staff members unless all parties have given written consent. Students with disabilities who are unable to take or read notes may be able to record class lectures for their academic study only if approved by the Office of Accessibility Services. Information contained in recorded lectures is protected under federal copyright laws and may not be published or quoted without the express consent of the instructor and Lourdes University.

 

These recordings may only be used for the student’s academic use related to the course, and cannot be shared, copied, released, or disseminated to others without the express written consent of the instructor. Recorded lectures may not be used in any way against the instructor, other faculty members, staff, Lourdes University, or students whose classroom comments are recorded. Students should be aware that any class and discussions held therein may be subject to recording. Violations of this policy may result in sanctions.

Student Handbook & Catalog: Students are responsible for reviewing all policies in the student handbook and university catalog found on the university website.

MBA Program Policies and Procedures

Lourdes Email and Computers.   All email communication between students and faculty must be conducted using Lourdes email.  It is the responsibility of any student having difficulty with email or Sakai to contact the Lourdes IT department help desk and resolve these issues.  Instructors will not receive, respond to or give credit for academic material or messages sent using any other email. (Lourdes IT help desk: Contact number 419 824-3807.)

 For students having problems with a personal computer or not having a personal computer, computers and help are available in the WIN Center or Center for Professional Studies (CPS) for you to use to complete any required work.

 

Classroom assignments and homework back-up.  It is the responsibility of each student to maintain and keep accurate copies of course material during a semester.   Students are reminded to back-up all work during the semester. Flash drives can fail or obtain a virus.  Seek help if this happens from the Lourdes IT help desk: Contact number: 419 824-3807 to try and recover your material.  If you do experience a computer failure, it is up to the instructor whether to allow you time to redo the work or whether a zero will be assigned.

General Attendance Policy: Since this course is an hybrid class you need to attend class and participate online as well to benefit and add to the discussions. All assignments and readings are due as scheduled. Completing them on time allows for better discussion in class, which is important. Each instructor may determine a course specific attendance policy.

Cell Phone/Laptop Computer Policy: All cell phone and pagers are to be turned off while in class. The only exception to this would be prior knowledge of an impending emergency. Please inform your instructor ahead of the time if this is the case. Laptops, iPads, etc. must be used for classroom activities

Course Policies and Procedures

Attendance Policy: Attendance at each class session is required. In some situations “excused” absences might be granted. It is your responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor for makeup assignments for excused absences.

Participation Policy: Students are expected to participate in the class discussion. Your grade for the class participation will be based upon the quality of your class preparation and contribution to the class discussion.

Evaluation & Grading Policy:

Evaluation:

Total points available for each area are as follows:

Weekly Case Study and Questions 300 points

Book Discussion Questions 300 points

Weekly Discussion Questions 300 points

Weekly Quizes 250 points.

Final Exam. 200 points

Total = 1350 points

Grading:

Grades will be scaled as follows:

A Superior quality 930-1000 points

A- Slightly less than superior quality 900-929

B+ Slightly more than high quality 870-899 points

B High quality 830-869

B- Slightly less than high quality 800-829

C+ Slightly more than average quality 770-799

C Average quality 730-769

C- Slightly less than average quality 700-729

D+ Above passing but below average quality 670-699

D Passing but below average quality 630-669

D- Passing but barely above failing 600-629

F Failing 590 points or less

Late Written Assignment Policy: All the written assignments are due on the dates scheduled on the course schedule of this syllabus. However, for critical reasons related to work, health or family, “excused” late assignments might be granted.

VIII . Texts:

Chopra, Sunil, Meindl, Roger, and Vir Kalra Dharam Supply Chain Management (6th edition, 2016).

IBSN: 978-93-325-4823-7

Selected articles from the business literature.

Course Schedule:

Class Meeting

Key Content Area to be Covered

Readings/Assignments Due

6/28/21

Introduction to the Course, Course Syllabus,

Reading Material

Chapter One: Understanding The Supply Chain

Chapter Two: Supply Chain Performance

Read Chapters 1 & 2 of Supply Chain Management

Discussion question one

Chapter discussion questions

Block Buster case study

Quiz 1

All Work due by 7/4/21 by 11:59pm

7/5/2021

Read Chapter Three: Supply Chain Drivers and Metrics

Chapter Four: Designing Distribution Networks and Applications to Online Sales

Read Chapters 3&4

Discussion questions two

Chapter discussion questions

Seven-Eleven Japan Case Study

Quiz 2

All Work Due By 7/11/2021 by 11:59pm

7/12/2021

Read Chapter Five: Network Design in The Supply Chain

Chapter Six: Designing Global Supply Chain Networks

Read Chapters 5&6

Discussion question three

Chapter discussion questions

Supply Chain Article Paper

Quiz 3

All Work Due By 7/18/2021 by 11:59pm

7/19/2021

Read Chapter Seven: Demand Forecasting in A Supply Chain

Chapter Nine: Sales and Operations Planning

Read Chapters 7&9

Discussion Question four

Chapter discussion questions

Case Study/Article

Quiz 4

All Work Due By 7/25/2021 by 11:59pm

7/26/2021

Read Chapter Ten: Coordination in a Supply Chain

Chapter Fourteen: Transportation in A Supply Chain

Read Chapters 10 & 14

Discussion Question Five

Chapter Discussion Questions

Case Study/Article

Quiz 5

All Work Due By 8/1/2021 by 11:59pm

8/2/2021

Read Chapter Fifteen: Sourcing Decisions in a Supply Chain

Chapter Sixteen: Pricing and Revenue Management in a Supply Chain

Final Exam

Read Chapters 15 & 16

Discussion Question Six

Chapter Discussion Questions

Case Study/ Article

Final Exam

All Work Due By 8/6/2021 by 11:59pm

This syllabus may be modified somewhat in the future. Any changes will be announced.[supanova_question]

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t

In terms or style and/or content, compare two texts on which you didn’t write your first essay. (You can’t

Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe

Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe. Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe.

Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe the extent and manner in which you agree, disagree, or reflect on several of the ideas presented by the author/speaker. Utilize all academic writing techniques covered in class, including transitions, integration of direct quotation and paraphrase, attributed clearly to the source. Use your own examples and original insight as you apply the concepts from the reading. MLA style![supanova_question]

Lesson 1 Project 1 Assessment Assignment: Personality Assessment (Big 5 +3) For

Lesson 1 Project 1 Assessment Assignment: Personality Assessment (Big 5 +3)

For this assignment you will need to complete and score a set of personality measures, as well as compute, compile, and analyze the scores.

Step 1. Making Predictions. Think about the relationship between the following 8 personality characteristics:

Stress
Self-Esteem
Overall Satisfaction with Life
Extroversion
Agreeableness
Conscientiousness
Negative Emotionality
Openness to Experience

Write down at least 3 predictions you might have about the relationships between any two of these variables. For example, you might predict the people who are more satisfied with life would have lower levels of stress, or that people who were more extroverted would have higher levels of self-esteem. Feel free to predict negative relationships, too (Life Satisfaction with Stress, or Openness to Experience with Introversion?). There are no right or wrong predictions; only hypotheses that you are going to put to the test!

Prediction #1 ________________________________________________________________

Prediction #2_________________________________________________________________

Prediction #3__________________________________________________________________

Step 2: Complete the Measures. Complete each of the following measures and enter your scores on the Score Sheet below in the first column that says, (1) Your Scores:

The Perceived Stress Scale:
https://das.nh.gov/wellness/Docs/PercievedStressScale.pdf

The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale

https://psycho-tests.com/test/rosenberg-self-esteem-scale

The Satisfaction with Life Scale

http://labs.psychology.illinois.edu/~ediener/SWLS.html

The Big 5 (provides 5 subscale scores: Extroversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Negative Emotionality, Openness to Experience)

https://psycho-tests.com/category/personality

Score Sheet

Scores

1 (Your Scores)

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Perceived Stress

Self-Esteem

Satisfaction

Extroversion

Agreeableness

Conscientiousness

Negative Emotionality

Openness to Experience

Step 3: Recruiting Other Participants. Ask seven (7) other friends, family members or peers to complete the same instruments and enter their scores in columns 2 through 8. When you are done you should have 8 scores for each of 8 people (including yourself), for a total of 64 scores. (Feel free to ask other students in the course if they would be willing to share their scores, too, if you would prefer that over recruiting friends and family).

Step 4: Calculating the Correlations. Now go to this site to calculate the correlation among your eight different measures.

https://www.easycalculation.com/statistics/correlation-matrix.php

To compute your correlations, go to the field that asks for the number of your matrix and put 8. This will open an 8 X 8 matrix that will allow you to enter all of your scores. Enter them exactly as they appear in your matrix above. The first box in the matrix will be for your Perceived Stress Score, followed by the Perceived Stress Scores for each of your other 7 people to complete that first ROW. They you will be going down to the second ROW where you will begin by entering your Self-Esteem score, followed by the Self-Esteem scores for each of your other 7 people, and so on until you have entered all 8 of the scores for all 8 of your people and completed the entire matrix of scores.

Step 5. Calculate. When you have finished entering your scores, press CALCULATE and scroll down to find the correlation matrix that appears below. This will show the correlation between all of your measures. All correlations will be between 1 (reflecting perfect positive correlation) and -1 (reflecting perfect inverse, or negative correlation).

Step 6. Interpretation. Looking at the correlation matrix you will see that it shows the correlation of each measure with every other measure. The correlation between the first measure (Perceived Stress) and itself would be a perfect correlation (1.0). Moving to the right, the next correlation you will see is between your first measure (Perceived Stress) and your second measure (Self-Esteem), and so on.

Study your correlations to see what correlates with what. Look back at your three predictions in Step 1 above. Were they supported or not supported? Indicate the results below by putting the correlations you found and your interpretation of that correlation.

Prediction #1_______________________________________________________

Prediction #2_______________________________________________________

Prediction #3_______________________________________________________

Step 7. Other findings. In addition to your predictions, did you see any other findings of interest to you? Any surprises?[supanova_question]

Psychology Question

Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe Select a psychological disorder, as well as a local organization that provides mental health services.
The Disorder for this Paper is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Research the organization’s website or speak to someone within the organization.
Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you examine your selected psychological disorder in the context of the chosen organization’s goals. Include the following in your paper:
Identify the multiple cultures that the organization serves.
Identify the symptoms of your selected disorder, and describe how the interpretation of the symptoms varies across cultures.
Discuss how the impact of culture affects interpretations of symptoms and recommendations of services for that organization.
Include a minimum of 3 credible, peer-reviewed references.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

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Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe

Write a 750-1000 word essay. Choose ONE of the 2 articles below and write an engaging academic essay. Describe

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you. Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you.

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you will present ideas to help build stable online communities. To do this, you will read eight nonfiction sources that explore the nature of online communities (pp. 619-637). You will then synthesize information from these sources to write a five-paragraph persuasive speech. Your speech should present claims supported by evidence and commentary.

https://emissary.edgenuity.com/https://media.edgenuity.com/ContentEngine/Common//pdfs/8704/8704-05-07/Essay – Persuasive Speech – Student Guide.pdf[supanova_question]

ITN266 Class Project – Part 1 Complete part 1 of this project.

ITN266 Class Project – Part 1

Complete part 1 of this project. Keep the project file for submission at the end of the semester.

Make sure you have Virtualbox or VMWare workstation if you are installing the server on your local computer. If you have decided to use AWS EC2 for this project, descript that.

Make sure to document this step. Take screenshot of VirtualBox, VMWare workstation, or AWS EC2.

Install Windows Server 2019.

Take screenshot of the following Server name as a member of a workgroup. Take screenshot of the Server IP address [from CMD].

Write one page about the server installation process and what you have learned from this exercise.

Install Windows Active Directory Service, make sure to promote the server as a domain controller. Make sure the domain name is your last name. Example if your last name is Anderson, your name will be anderson.com .This part will be done during class.

Take screenshot show your domain name.

Write one page about the Active Directory installation process and what you have learned from this exercise.[supanova_question]

People Management 2021 Continuous Assessment Dr. Noel Harvey “The only vital value

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you People Management 2021

Continuous Assessment

Dr. Noel Harvey

“The only vital value an enterprise has is the experience, skills, innovativeness and insights of its people. The soft stuff is always harder than the hard stuff”. Leif Edvinsson, University of Lund, in Corporate Longitude (2002) “

Write a project on the concept of best practices in human resources management. Begin with an introduction outlining what the project hopes to achieve; following that explain and define HRM locating the subject in its historical context; then detail with good examples those best practices in HRM.

Most importantly, in noting the difference between hard and soft HRM, conclude your essay with your response to the above comment that the ‘soft stuff is always harder than the hard stuff’.

Deadline

The due date is the last week of this semester—week 12 (December 12, 2021)

Referencing

Your paper should be supported by at least six sources which display extensive up-to-date knowledge and understanding of HRM and the key areas differentiating high-performance organisations as well as some of the theories and concepts pertaining to contemporary HRM and the process of optimising and sustaining high performance.

The paper should be fully referenced using the Harvard Referencing System. The School style guide shows how to reference in this way and there are a number of helpful websites that show how it should be done as well.

Housekeeping

This must be a professionally presented paper appropriate for students seeking to graduate with an honours degree.

The paper should be between 16-20 pages, but not exceeding that.

Attention is drawn to the School of Business policies on plagiarism and the style guide. Copies of both documents are available on the module website. Plagiarism software will be used to check the work submitted.

THE PROJECT MUST BE WRITTEN IN YOUR WORDS; ANY OTHER MATERIAL MUST BE REFERENCED. EXCESSIVE PLAGIARISM WILL RESULT IN A FAILED GRADE.

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I. Choose a topic relevant to the subject matter of the course

I. Choose a topic relevant to the subject matter of the course

II. Outline your topic and associated ideas beforehand

III. *Title Page:

Paper Title

Your Name

Course name & number

Semester

Professor’s Name

Date

Type of paper: Self-reflection, Reaction or Research

IV. **Structure of the paper:

A.

Introduction (to the topic)

B.

Body Heading (with subheadings if necessary) – present the

thesis and antithesis

C.

Conclusion – present a synthesis

D.

Work Cited (page or pages)

E.

Number your pages

*For your short papers you need not have a tile page. You may put the

title page information in the upper left-hand corner of your first page.

** Use bold headings with key descriptive terms in your headings and

subheadings. The Introduction and the Conclusion can have those

words as the headings. Look in your textbooks for examples.

Papers will be graded on spelling, grammar, structure, substantive

content, the logic of your discussion, demonstrated research, length, and

style – in a word, professionalism. The objective is to assist you in

developing and demonstrating the research and writing skills essential

for professional scholarship at the university level.

Allen, Ethnic Studies, MSUM

1

1- Self-reflection paper:

This is an exercise where the writer takes a topic and

reflects upon its personal significance. It is written in the first person and

should be an exercise where one examines the topic from a personal

perspective. Other than writing in the first person and exploring the personal

impact of the topic, all other paper writing conventions must be followed.

2-Reaction paper:

This paper, like your research paper, should be written in

the third person. It is more technical than the self-reflection paper, even

though both require research and the presentation of facts. In this exercise

one is to take a topic, present the opposing viewpoint fairly, and then react to

it. One has to be careful and avoid editorializing for that is not the purpose

of this paper. It should be as balanced as possible and the reaction should be

presented in such a way as to convince the audience.

3-Research paper:

This is the most technical of the three. It is to be written

in the third person and should follow the conventions of academic research

papers (presented above and below).

Identify your topic

Prepare an preliminary prospectus (title, purpose, intended

audience, & major points)

Gather sources, data, references

Develop an outline

Write first draft

Review draft

Rewrite[supanova_question]

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you

Write a persuasive speech in response to prompt 8 on p. 645 of your textbook. In your speech, you

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work. List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work.

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work be compromised intellectually and ethically if you do not cite correctly (or at all)? the paper should include an introduction, body paragraph, and conclusion. please send it before due time for review[supanova_question]

D1: Trust through Technology A major role for talent managers is performance

D1: Trust through Technology

A major role for talent managers is performance management. Technologies are widely available to assist in effective talent management. Before we can talk about the balance of performance measurement and trust, it’s important to understand what these technologies are and what they can do. Below is a website that describes the purpose of performance management tools to give you a sense of the power and potential in use of such tools. It also allows for a comparison of tools, which will be invaluable for you later on this module! Please skim the website below prior to beginning this discussion.

 Technology Advice.com

 (Links to an external site.)

As a result of your consulting, Speedy Pro now realizes they need technology to support their talent management efforts. Sal comes to you to talk about technology and what it should look like to promote good TM. You decide you need the answers to Speedy Pro’s specific situation.

Part I: Answer Questions

As a consultant for Speedy Pro, how would you address the following questions?

What is good goal setting?

How do you use metrics in order to assess the accomplishment of goals?

How would you maximize the use of satisfaction surveys while still maintaining trust in the organization?

How will you use technologies to be transparent and inclusive, while promoting employee growth as a talent manager?

Part II: Interact with Peers

Please meaningfully engage with at least two peers to move the conversation forward. Share insights about what they said, ask questions, share experiences, etc.

Assignment Guidelines

Actively monitor your own discussion thread throughout the week and respond as appropriate. Review the rubric to learn how to maximize your points.

Link: https://technologyadvice.com/employee-performance-management/[supanova_question]

main source- Criminology: The Essentials, Fourth Edition, by Anthony Walsh and Jensten Cody Jorgensen

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work #1 Look up a news articles on a well-known case such as O.J. Simpson, Scott Peterson, or Casey Anthony. Construct a timeline of the key steps in the case from arrest through sentencing, describing each step of the criminal justice process for that particular case. #2 After reading the chapter, write a 2-page essay about Victimology. The essay should include your personal definition of Victimology, an explanation of why the study of Victimology is important to criminology, and whether the study of Victimology helps further our understanding of offending behavior. The Books definition – Victimology: a subfield of criminology that specializes in studying the victims of crime #3 Karl Marx’s theory of crime is considered controversial in that it argues capitalism perpetuates crime. Gather crime data on non-capitalist countries. Compare the figures with crime in the United States and other capitalist nations. Discuss whether or not Marx’s theory has any relevance in the present day based upon your findings. If there are crime rate differences between capitalist and non-capitalist nations, what do you feel accounts for these differences? Complete your reflection in no more than 2 pages. #5 Research freedom fighters and their beliefs. Compare and contrast freedom fighters with terrorists. How would a country defend against terrorists versus freedom fighters? Is there a difference?[supanova_question]

Marketing, An Introducti Address these questions in your answer: which chapter or

Marketing, An Introducti

Address these questions in your answer:  

which chapter or chapters you liked best this term and how if effected your learning.  What did you find most interesting and suprising and how has this changed your view of marketing?  Do reference the week and activity/reading in your post.   What do you believe we can expect from marketing efforts over the next decade?[supanova_question]

1. YOU, THE ARTIST Write a poem or a brief essay, draw

1.  YOU, THE ARTIST

Write a poem or a brief essay, draw or paint a picture, make a carving, compose a song, take a series of photographs.  Consider doing a self-portrait in any artistic medium or literary form, representational or abstract.  To get started, you might look at “Project Art-a-Day” at http://projectartaday.blogspot.com/2013/03/lesson-value-self-portraits.html

Include images or audio files of your creative efforts in your response.  Then reflect on your experience and use one interpretative tool from the semester to say something about your work. Make sure refer to the Learning Resource for the tool and which week it is from either in your narrative or as a citation. Underline or bold the vocabulary, concept or technique you use as a interpretative tool in your post. 

2.  CROSS-FERTILIZATION

Present and discuss an example of cross-fertilization between two or more art forms. For example, you might compare a theater presentation with a film adapation of the same play, or discover and describe how a poem can be illustrated as a drawing or painting.  

For this discussion, you might also compare art forms between two different cultures.  For example, you might compare how religious images or music differ between religious or cultural groups.

Be sure to include images and links so everyone can see or hear what you’re discussing, and make sure to use one interpretative tool from the semester to say something about the things you are comparing. Make sure refer to the Learning Resource for the tool and which week it is from either in your narrative or as a citation. Underline or bold the vocabulary, concept or technique you use as a interpretative tool in your post. 

3.  REVIEW A TED TALK

TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, and Design.  The TED organization sponsors global presentations on “Ideas Worth Spreading.”

Go to the website https://www.ted.com/ .  Find a TED talk that addresses the value of one of the humanities fields covered in this course or a controversy in one of the humanities disciplines.  

Write a review of the presentation.  First, identify the name of the speaker and the presentation, indicate when it was presented, and give a link to the talk.  Second, describe the main points of the TED talk. Finally, offer a critique —your assessment of the speaker’s ideas and the presentation overall.  

4.  DISCUSS FUNDING FOR THE ARTS

Although most people appreciate the arts as part of their everyday lives (perhaps, especially, music and film), the arts often are first to go when public school funding is tight.  Use the educational resources for this week as a starting place to explore the pros and cons of public funding for the arts and funding for art and music in public schools.[supanova_question]

Taking Your Department Remote Lesson 1 of 1 Now that you have

Taking Your Department Remote

Lesson 1 of 1

Now that you have been placed into your intradisciplinary groups, Speedy Pro is asking for you to create a plan in the event that your department (and the company) may need to transition to a remote workplace format. (My discipline is health studies )

Our recent experience with the pandemic has emphasized the need for preparedness in the event of a national oidered the implications for doing so.

Talent managers were likely involved in employee requests and complaints when workers were abruptly removed from their workspaces and asked to work from home. Think about all of the trials and tribulations you have heard about or experienced during the pandemic.

The pandemic has impacted business continuity, no matter what your discipline. Consider what your department would need to stay up and running. Many companies have completely redesigned their business model lest they fail. Some had to hire and train rapidly. Let’s take a look at some challenges and opportunities that have arisen as a result of the pandemic: 

Challenges and Opportunities in the Remote Workplace

As a group, your first step should be to research some of the struggles that have occurred in different organizations in a department similar to yours. As a group, determine the best practices from lessons learned. Your plan to take your department remote should have the following elements:

1) Determination of essential workers and/or schedule for rotating essential workers based upon their title and role. (Who is doing what, where and why? What skillsets are needed? We want the right people in the right seats?)

2) Roles and responsibilities. Set clear expectations of each person and/or role.

3) A plan to handle flexible working schedules, ensuring there is no overtime, and the work is completed on effectively and efficiently. Devise a plan for remote time off.

4) Timeframe for going remote effectively.

5)Communication plan for going remote and returning to work. How will you know when to start the return-to-work planning and messaging?

6) Plan to support and engage remote workers.

7) How will you maintain trust?

8) How will you measure performance?

9) Provide a list of resources the department will need, where they will come from and how they will be distributed.

Remote Team Transition Templates

Your team’s research should help drive your recommendations. Consider the unique issues your particular department may have. Also, consider the diverse needs of your team, including those who may be hesitant or face barriers to working remotely.

Here are some templates that can help to organize your work:

Templates To Help Transition To A Remote Team

Be sure your plan is clear for the executive staff at Speedy Pro. Happy collaborating!

Links:

https://www.hrexchangenetwork.com/hr-talent-management/columns/challenges-and-opportunities-in-the-remote-workplace

https://venngage.com/blog/remote-team-templates/[supanova_question]

Discussion Reply Instructions Reply to each word document. Each reply must be

Discussion Reply Instructions

Reply to each word document. Each reply must be at least 150 words. All assertions in your replies must be supported by scholarly resources that consist of the Reading & Study materials, good examples, and thoughtful analyses. There must also be an appropriate incorporation of a Judeo-Christian worldview/analysis and biblical principles where it is applicable. All sources must be cited in current APA format.[supanova_question]

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work

List all of the reasons why sources should be cited, and explain their wider importance. How may your work

These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State

These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State. These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State.

These are some things he wants in the essay:
-Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand!

-State claims that support your thesis and refute the counterclaims.

– Provide evidence for each claim your essay makes and explain the significance of that evidence.

– Avoid logical fallacies.

-Make sure that each paragraph of your essay contains a topic sentence relating that paragraph to your thesis statement.

– Avoid using the personal pronouns “I” or “me.” They may be used in the concluding paragraph if needed.

-Conclude by restating your thesis, now synthesizing your claims into a concise summary of your case. Do not introduce anything new in your conclusion.

-No dictionaries or encyclopedia can be used as one of your five main sources.

There should be a structure for every supporting claim on the topic:
Intro
Supporting Claim 1
Opposition 1
Rebuttal of Opposition 1
Supporting Claim 2
Opposition 2
Rebuttal of Opposition 2
Conclusion
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To complete the reaction papers, follow these instructions. Read and review the

To complete the reaction papers, follow these instructions.

Read and review the assigned article. You must know it well to complete this assignment.

Read and review the prompt for the paper. This will show you how to direct your writing.

Respond to the prompt in a paper that is clear, coherent, and on-point. Be sure that your support your opinion with sound reasoning and, when appropriate, well chosen examples

Edit and proofread with care: make this your best work!

Submit the paper here in the assignment space.

Your paper should be at least one page, single-spaced, in length, with 12-point type and 1-inch margins. Cite the authors and title of the article in the text of the paper. If you use outside sources, provide a list of works cited. Any referencing style is acceptable, but be consistent.

Evaluation Criteria and Rubric

Your work will be evaluated for:

Review of selected contents from the article: is it accurate, complete, relevant?

Your stated opinion: is it clear, justifiable, appropriate?

Your support for your opinion: do you back up your opinion with appropriate, relevant reasoning?

Your writing: is it clear, coherent and correct?

To complete the Module 3 Reaction Paper, follow these steps:

1. Read and review the 2003 article by Robert Pape, “The Strategic Logic of Suicide Terrorism,” American Political Science Review. 97(3): 343-61.  You will need to re-read it at least twice and take notes as you prepare to write your paper.

2. In your paper, answer these questions.

Why is suicide terrorism logical and strategic, according to Pape?

Why do groups continue to use suicide terrorism, according to Pape?

In your opinion, what steps would be most effective in ending this type of terrorism in the future? Why would they work? How could they be implemented?

Link for the article

http://www.columbia.edu/itc/journalism/stille/PoliticsFall2007/readingsweeks6-7/StrategicLogicofSuicideMissions.pdf[supanova_question]

NOTES As a guide I have provided the clear instructions for this

These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State NOTES

As a guide I have provided the clear instructions for this paper in red. The work I have done in yellow to know this is where you copy and paste work I’ve already done. What is missing is more written in the comparison of ZOHO that is better for this business versus Salesforce which is to big of a CRM software for the business that piece needs to be 2 pages on its own. Citations as well for everything. I have added references at the end of this.

Instructions

It is now time to merge some of the information from the last few weeks. In this assignment, utilize the Marketing and Sales Plan template to generate a simplified plan your venture. You will notice that some of the information needed was generated in previous lessons. That is okay, you can use that information; however, be sure to incorporate feedback from your instructor and peers.

 

In this Marketing and Sales Plan:

 

Product/Service Description

Customer Relationship Management

Add two (2) more goals and expand on strategy, approach and improvement opportunities.

Compare and contrast the customer relationship management program you selected with one of the programs you did not select. Explain why the program selected was the better choice.

Marketing and Sales

Create an advertisement for each digital form you identified as appropriate for your product/service.

Sales Forecasting Model

Select two (2) of the models from our lesson. Compare and contrast the models. Discuss which one would better fit your venture starting in Year 2 of your business.

 

The assignment should be 5-6 pages (excluding the title, abstract, and reference pages).

Here is the template:

Marketing and Sales Plan Template

Venture Overview

Provide information on venture. Be sure to include name, description of product/services, location, and customer information.

This business venture is a home base assisted living facility that will provide excellent care for

the elderly in a home environment. The name of the facility is called World Class Vineyard Care

and will be offering affordable pricing for semi and private rooms in a beautiful home

environment. Along with this the business will have, experienced facilitators and health care

workers that are compassionate in working one on one with each patient. The location will be in

the Inland Valley where there is next to nothing with regard to a home care assisted living for

one on one care. This is an ideal facility for family members that are looking for a nice transition

for elderly care for their parent or loved one.

Product/Service Description

Earlier in the course you created a two-slide presentation describing your product/service. Incorporate feedback from your instructor and classmates and place the information here.

The feedback I received from my classmates were in line with what I had written the

consensus as that everyone really got what this business was doing and that the presentation

answered the solving of concerns that a family would have in searching for a professional in

home assisted living facility. I had some feedback from my professor stating that I should

have incorporated some of the references as in testimonies in the slide presentation instead of

the last page stating that an investor could inquire about them. I also got some feedback

stating that it was cool I did add the last page as an invitation to a potential investor and that

was a nice touch to only a few slide presentation. Over all the slide presentation was

successful and the comments and feedback reassured me that this business is on the right

track in the selling points and unique value propositions I created.

Customer Relationship Management

Earlier in the course you completed the table below. In addition to the original information you provided, add two (2) more goals and expand on strategy, approach and improvement opportunities.

This was the previous assignment

Target Customers

Relationship Goals (at least 2 SMART goals)

Strategy to Achieve Goals

Systematic Approach

Continuous Improvement

Identify your target customers.

1 Baby boomers and  there parents who are now older and need care

 

2 lower to middle income families who are seeking affordable assisted living

Goals for establishing and maintaining a relationship.

1 Being specific about ads that address 70 plus age groups.

 

2  ads for the 55 to 65 age group that are responsible for their parents well- being.

 

 3 goal of

reaching these customers within a 30 to 60 day period since the vetting process will take time and this will only be a 6 to 8 bed facility

Overarching plan on how to achieve your customer relationship goals.

1Researching the market in the area to see competition

 

 2 web site presence that will address questions for future clients

 

3 Lastly a well thought out series of ads that target the demographic of lower to middle class families that need help in finding affordable care

Action steps needed to accomplish goals.

 

Once the data comes in of how many families are in need in the specific area of the location of the business the next steps would be.

 

Data mining to confirm

Email introduction letter with flyer to direct to the website

Video presentation on website

Questionnaire form potential clients fill out on website

Look for ways to improve your strategy and approach.

 

1 Important to follow up and follow thru on potential clients

 

2 use data to create ads that are specific to the target customer

 

3 learn from what ads worked and which ones gained less response

 

4 tighten up comments and feedback that others may say and use in wording for next series of ads

Strategy to achieve goals and systematic approach and room for improvement:

If I were to add two more goals to this section it would be do a follow up online questionnaire

on the website to identify the needs of what a potential family member is really looking for in a

home assisted facility so I could then match what they are saying to an ad campaign using those

specific words and needs and then match those needs in the business model. Secondly, create

another follow up questionnaire to the existing clients and families to see if the business is

meeting their expectations and needs and any suggestions that the business needs to improve on

The next strategy would be creating a video of facility and the patient and family

testimonials.and posting this video on the website. The approach would be to capitalize on this

footage shot and then create some mini-ads created from this video to use as advertising on

Facebook. Future potential clients will be able to now really get a feel from taped testimonials

that speak more clearly than a brochure or pamphlet.

When looking at areas for improvement expanding on the social media follow up of generated

ads that cause a response to the website will help create a wait list for the next facility that will

have more rooms available. Doing a home based facility is harder than a traditional larger facility

that feels like a hotel. This business model has strengths in that the person housed there feels like

they are in a real home with a back yard and their own room and a living room for activities.

This allows each client to feel like the transition from their own home to a new home is not as

abrupt. The next set of ads need to show case these identifiers thus improving on the start up

model to

showcase the next phase of growth and customer satisfaction.

Target Customers

Relationship Goals (at least 2 SMART goals)

Strategy to Achieve Goals

Systematic Approach

Continuous Improvement

Identify your target customers.

Goals for establishing and maintaining a relationship.

Overarching plan on how to achieve your customer relationship goals.

Action steps needed to accomplish goals.

Look for ways to improve your strategy and approach.

Earlier in the course you investigated customer relationship management software. Compare and contrast the program you selected with one of the programs you did not select. Explain why the program selected was the better choice.

I previously chose ZOHO as the best CRM software for this business and still believe it is the

most flexible and user friendly for this start-up. There are also enough attributes in this software

for growth and managing everything from new leads to existing customers and financial

accountability. It also provides many options to expand such as mobile capabilities and

interfacing for eventual expansion between other facilities as the business grows.

The CRM software that did now seem a good choice was Sales Force, mainly because it had too

many options and it seemed a bit overwhelming. It is a great software for a bigger company that

has many divisions and sales teams to manage and keep track of hundreds even thousands of

leads and customers. World Class Vineyard Care is to small for this type of CRM.

Marketing and Sales

Earlier in the course you conducted research on traditional vs digital advertising for your venture. Now, create an advertisement for each of the digital forms you identified as being appropriate for your product/service.

Digital Advertising

Social Media – Twitter

Slice of choc cake less than 200 cal #yummy

FACEBOOK – digital advertising AD

This would be less than a minute video shot of the facility a home showing the beds and staff and a few staged actors in the facility with the following copy as a voice over

“ Are you scared about what the future holds for your loved one”?

World Class Vineyard Care has the answers you are looking for

We offer affordable pricing in either a semi or private room

A medically trained staff that is compassionate in giving one on one care

We also have Covid protocols and a visit room so you can see you talk with your loved one during the pandemic

YOUTUBE- digital advertising AD

This is a 2 minute video ad shot with actual testimonies of patients talking at the facility about their stay, testimonials from the caregivers and staff as well as the family members that chose World Class Vineyard Care and their thoughts about how the facility has treated their loved one.

Sales Forecasting Model

Select two (2) of the models from our lesson. Compare and contrast the models. Discuss which one would better fit your venture starting in Year 2 of your business. Be sure to state the model, features of the model, and why the model would be appropriate for your business. (This portion should be at least 1-2 pages.)

Lead-driven – This is a relationship analysis model. Users of this model analyze the relationship with customers to determine next actions (i.e., buying) based on the relationship between the business and the customer.

Length of Sales Cycle – This model focuses on the closing of a deal based on where the deal is in the sales cycle.

Opportunity Stage – This model works through the sales pipeline and predicts which opportunities are most like to become closed deals.

Historical – This is the traditional review past sales data model.

Multivariable Analysis – This model combines various pieces of other models to determine future sales. Areas such as sales rep performance, pipeline conversion, and other areas are analyzed to determine future sales.

World Class Vineyard Care would still benefit from lead driven and opportunity stage. The first

sales forecasting model in this business would be lead driven as this business for the first home

care facility will only be 6 to 8 beds. By year two if the business model is successful a second

location will be its next goal and focusing on a lead driven model with a emphasis on word of

mouth recommendations from doctor relationships should help the second location build its bed

count.

The second would be the opportunity stage in the assisted living market this stage is vital for

growth as when a new bed opens up or a new location is looking to fill the beds this is the best

time to go after the existing pipeline that predicts the opportunities on what worked in the past. If

the referral and recommendation method works then these two sales forecast methods will prove

successful for this business.

REFERENCES

Mahalingam, K. (2020, Sept 14). The importance of sales forecasting. Chargebee Blog. https://www.chargebee.com/blog/importance-of-sales-forecasting/
Milano, S. (n.d.). Sales plan vs. marketing plan. AZCentral.com. https://yourbusiness.azcentral.com/sales-plan-vs-marketing-plan-10607.html
Pk, Sinduja. (2020, Sept 15). Everything you need to know about SaaS sales forecasting methods. Charegebee Blog. https://www.chargebee.com/blog/sales-forecasting-methods/

Sales and Marketing Plan

One (or maybe two) of the most important plans developed for your venture is the sales and marketing plan. In some cases, the two documents are combined into one plan: a sales plan with a marketing section or a marketing plan with a sales section.

Sales vs Marketing Plan

It is not uncommon to merge the two plans as the information from each complement each other. Milano (n.d.) describes marketing as the “big picture” and sales as a “targeted tactical document” (para. 1). Just as we learned in the previous lesson with marketing vs advertisement, marketing is the book and sales is a chapter within the book.
No matter if you are working on separate plans or merging information, you must identify and understand your target market. Without this information, either plan will not provide a solid foundation to selling your product/service.

Sales Plan Topics

A sales and/or marketing plan will encompass various topics. As you grow you will add additional areas to the plan. For our purposes, we will look at the following topics and you may have already addressed some of these topics in this course or previous courses:

Product/Service Description

What is your product/service? How does it address customer need(s)? What makes your product better than the competition?

Competition

Who are your closest competitors? What makes your product/service better or different from theirs?

Target Customer

What are the demographics (i.e., age, gender, location, etc.) of your target market?

Customer Relationship

What are your customer relationship goals? How will you maintain your relationship with customers?

Advertising

What style of advertising will you use to market your product/service (i.e., traditional or digital or combination)? What is your budget for advertising?

Sales Forecasting

What are the future sales of your product/service? How will your advertising style support your forecasting?
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These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State

These are some things he wants in the essay: -Do not “sit on the fence.” Take a stand! -State

PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations

PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations. PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations.

PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY:

**please follow directions carefully**

This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary.

Citations in paragraphs are not necessary unless a direct quote is used but still list them on a cite page please!

A Course of Intellectual Self-Defense

PROMPT:

The Personal Narrative Essay focuses on your ability to find points of interest, fascination, and provocation which leads you, the student, to further your “Course of Intellectual Self-Defense,” by developing a reading life. It also is an exploration of your own “Cave” as analyzed via the work of Plato and Socrates. What is your pathway forward? What will you subscribe to in the literary world?

You should review the concepts discussed in the three sections of the course to devise your own personal focus for this essay.

Provocation: Intellectual Self-Defense, The Seed to Read, and the Socratic Method out of the Cave.

Examination: The Intellectual, Creative, Researched Mind, and the … Media; Noam Chomsky.

Application: The Brain on Books and Free Thinking into the Personal Narrative.

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Requirements:

You must use content from the class analysis of:

Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

The Allegory of the Cave by Plato

And you must choose one intellectual/writer/noted cultural figure from The Whore of Mensa by Woody Allen.

You may also apply the concepts from the “Examination” section of the course, principally the impact of propaganda and how to defend intellectually.

Questions I will be asking when I read your essay:

What specific elements from Fahrenheit 451 and The Allegory of the Cave influence you, in the context of the world today, and in your own personal journey?

What key quotes or scenes from the novel Fahrenheit 451 speak to you directly and why?

What symbols, metaphors, and allegorical meanings to your collective readings influenced your own thinking this semester?

How will developing a life of reading enrich your life as a whole? And what genres will appear on your bookshelf?

What intellectual figure in The Whore of Mensa intrigues you? Explain their work and why it could be influential to your life.

What influenced you specifically from reading and discussing Spalding Gray’s Catastrophe?

I have attached a picture of the prompt/rubric with a few more notes on what to make sure the essay contains.

“what is your cave?” – come up with a problem or obstacle in life and explain how it was overcome, make it sound personal.

**Choose an author listed in “The norman invasion” or “the whore of mensa” to write about in the essay**

Who is the key character in Fahrenheit 451 and what is their significance?

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Analysis presentation and script for 2 texts.

You will create an Analysis for 2 different texts we have studied in the Course.
You must choose only ONE story and ONE Longer Text (Play or Novel).
You can use Canva or any other Slides format to create a great presentation.
Please provide a presentation slides with a concise script as docs. Thanks
All detailed requirements and related stories/plays are uploaded (3 stories, 2 plays where you will select one of each)
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PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations How has the Canadian government regarded Indigenous Canadian religion over the 20th and 21st centuries? How have things changed? How have they remained the same? Be sure to NOT plagiarize your own work from earlier this semester.
MLA format
Proofread carefully
3 credible sources

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MGM DB1 300-500 words for primary response and at least 100 words per student response

Primary Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300-500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.
For this Discussion Board, please complete the following:
As many unique personalities come together within an organization, the processes and daily work within the organization can be impacted by the attitudes of the organization’s members. Think of a receptionist at a doctor’s office. When you enter the office, you find the receptionist smiling and offering to help patients with their questions. Their communication style is in a happy tone. You see their coworkers thanking the receptionist for helping other members of the team.
What kind of impact might the receptionist’s personality have on the doctor’s patients?
How might the receptionist’s personality and attitude affect their job performance and decision-making skills?
What else could the receptionist do to help improve the doctor’s office?
Responses to Other Students: Respond to at least 2 of your fellow classmates with at least a 100-200 words reply about his or her Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening. To help you with your discussion, please consider the following questions:
What did you learn from your classmate’s posting? What additional questions do you have after reading the posting?
What clarification do you need regarding the posting?
What differences or similarities do you see between your posting and other classmates’ postings?
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Discussion Board Rubric
ExpectationPoints PossiblePoints EarnedCommentsApplication of Learning Material Content: Post demonstrates understanding of Learning Material content.20
Application of Course Knowledge: Post contributes unique perspectives or insights gleaned from text/learning resources, or specified by assignment.20
DB Responses: Responds substantively to two posts. Responses encourage interaction in the Discussion Board and classroom community.20
Organization: Post presents information logically and is clearly relevant to discussion topic.8
Professional Language: Posts contain accurate grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation with few or no errors. Any resources should be cited in APA format or style specified in the assignment.7
Total Points
75
Total Points Earned
I will include the students’ posts later for the respond.

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Please download the following assignment and answer the questions about the following

Please download the following assignment and answer the questions about the following three sample student papers: 

THE ASSIGNMENT TO FILL OUT: Jenga Paragraphing.docx  download

All of the files (rubric, student paragraphs, etc.) are all hyperlinked on that instruction page, but if the links don’t work, you can download them here: 

Body Paragraph for Essay #1 download

Body Paragraph for Essay #2 download

Body Paragraph for Essay #3 download

RUBRIC for Major Conflict #3   download(To be clear this is not the whole rubric, but these three, analysis, organization, and evidence, add up to 80% of the total grade)

 

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Industrial Organizational Psychology: Personnel Selection Instructions: 1.5 pages Review the learning objectives

Industrial Organizational Psychology: Personnel Selection

Instructions: 1.5 pages

Review the learning objectives for this course.

Identify which 2 topics you are interested in the most, relative to personnel selection, and why

Identify which 2 topics you are least interested in, relative to personnel selection, and why

Relate how you see this course supporting your short and long-term professional goals

Please review PowerPoint slides and Chapter 1 of the textbook.

Cascio, W.F., & Aguinis, H. (2011). Applied Psychology in Human Resources Management (7th Edition). Prentice Hall/Pearson.

APA 7 format is a must.

Thank you in advance.

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1 RUNNING HEADER TITLE NAME CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY DATE Abstract Overall summary of

1

RUNNING HEADER

TITLE

NAME

CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY

DATE

Abstract

Overall summary of the most important details of the article summary and pathogen information. (5-7 sentences)

Article Summary

Summary of approved article in your own words (5-7 sentences)

Pathogen Information

Classification of microorganism- Domain- prokaryote or eukaryote or virus, general characteristics of the family and genus to which this pathogen belongs- for example virus can have different extra cellular or intracellular forms, bacteria can be endospore forming, capsule producing, eukaryotes can have another host. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

Cellular/ structural (in case of viruses) characteristics. Add information here about morphology, cellular characteristics, genome (RNA or DNA in case of viruses) and gram stain characteristics, virulence factors. Explain why this information is important. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

Susceptibility to antibiotics/ antiviral or antifungals. Describe the class of antimicrobial drug, and why they are effective in destroying these microbes and why is this particular drug more effective based on their structure. What is the mode of action for viral or eukaryotic infection? Antibiotic resistance can also be described here, if applicable to the organism. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

Growth conditions. Host cells, nutritional needs, growth conditions. Use the relevant vocabulary discussed in this class: nutritional needs – phototroph, chemotroph, autotroph, heterotroph; growth conditions- barophile, halophile, psychrophile, etc. pathogen like mammals, birds, reptiles or secondary hosts in protozoan parasites. Types of life cycle- lytic or latent. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

Evasion of immune system. Describe how it evades the immune system and mode of invasion into the host(s). This should be related to the virulence factors described in cellular characteristics. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

Disease(s) caused, symptoms, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions. Describe interactions with the hosts and diseases caused and body systems that are affected; description of symptoms when the pathogen infects a host; and diagnosis used in clinical setting to identify infection, the principle of dignostic technique and therapeutic intervention needed. Include how it relates to the information covered in class- which chap number and what was taught.

THE ABOVE INFORMATION SHOULD BE 2 PAGES LONG

References

Reference 1 in the current APA format.

Reference 2 in the current APA format.[supanova_question]

PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations

PERSONAL NARRATIVE ESSAY: **please follow directions carefully** This is a personal essay, you may use first person vocabulary. Citations

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of. Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of.

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of 9/11 and remembers its impact on a different set of people in The Undocumented Americans. You might consider, for example, how Cornejo Villavicencio describes the undocumented immigrants she interviews, how she draws on translation, why she interweaves her own personal family history into the narrative, why she centers physical and mental illness in the narrative, or how she makes visible the stories of undocumented deliverymen who were disappeared from official history and list of 9/11 victims.[supanova_question]

Week 3 Assignment – Concepts, Methodology & Research Design Start Assignment Submit

Week 3 Assignment – Concepts, Methodology & Research Design 

Start Assignment

Submit your chosen 3- 5 Concept definitions with academic references for each.

Add your Methodology (Qualitative or Quantitative), explaining precisely why you selected these particular methods. In other words, explain the historical, statistical, case study, etc. methods you intend to use. Be as specific as possible.

Then also submit your Research Design explaining precisely how you will employ your methods to reach your conclusion (i.e. how you will actually answer your Thesis Question). 

As this is a shorter assignment, “paste” it directly here, rather than attach as an MS Word document. Also, please remember to post in the Discussion area for this week’s discussion.

Rubric

Methods and Research Design 40 points (Week 3)

Methods and Research Design 40 points (Week 3)

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplains the type of methodology to be used and why, 20 points

20 pts

Exceeds expectations

Selects appropriate methodology that will show a relationship between variables, and whether the relationship is causal. Understands the limitations18-20

17 pts

Meets expectations

Selects an appropriate methodology but does not articulate the limitations 15-17

14 pts

Below expectations

Unclear about which will be used does not provide a reason why one approach was chosen over the others. 0-14

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConcepts, evidence, roadmap, 20 points

20 pts

Exceeds expectations

Clearly and expertly explains concepts, empirical indicators of concepts. Excellent selection of case study or data/statistics. Explains what needs to be researched in the literature review. Demonstrates the distinction between the literature review portion of the paper and the argument.18-20.

17 pts

Meets expectations

Expresses a good but not firm grasp of concepts and/or how the concepts will be operationalized. Evidence is appropriate for indicating concepts or relationships. Good selection of case study. Explains the difference between primary and secondary evidence. Demonstrates some confusion between the literature review and the argument. 15-17

14 pts

Below expectations

Does not identify concepts, weak operationalization of concepts, Inappropriate types of evidence. No or faulty roadmap to making the central argument. Does not include what might need to be researched and included in the literature review as opposed to the argument. 0-14

20 pts

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Buffets Bid for Media General The Final exam will be carried out

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of Buffets Bid for Media General

  

The Final exam will be carried out in a similar structure to other group cases. However, you are to work on this case alone and not share notes with others. This case is checked for plagiarism.  

You have been assigned a case study that will test your knowledge of computing 1. WACC and 2. Capital Budgeting Techniques (NPV, IRR, etc…). Make sure that you show all of your work in an excel document or word document. Your final solution will contain three documents, 1. A written report, 2. A case presentation, and 3. An excel/word document outlining your calculations. 

Similar to other cases, your mid-term presentation case should have the following sections: 

Case background 

Here you should give an overview of the case. Discuss the background of the company. You do not need to be limited to only material discussed in the case. 

Case Issues 

Outline the issues you identify in the case.  

Potential Solutions 

Outline the solutions you are presenting the JC Penny. Give full explanations. Any necessary calculations need to be included in the written report. 

Conclusion 

A summary of your final recommendations 

  

The written report (2-3 pages, no upper limit) should have (at minimum) the following sections: 

Case background 

Potential solutions to the case 

Conclusion and final recommendations 

Work Cited 

Additional question responses 

Index (Include all of your calculations here, no minimum requirement). 

  

  

Project Deliverables (Should be submitted by the deadline): 

A PowerPoint presentation presenting the primary issue and background of the case 

A written case report detailing your solution to the case. 

An excel/word document outlining your calculations 

  

  

  

  

  

  

Instructions Specific to Buffets Bid for Media General   

Why does Warren Buffett want to buy MEG’s newspaper division?

Is MEG’s newspaper division worth $142 million?

Start by valuing the newspaper division assuming the cash flow forecast in Exhibit 10.

How much value, if any, does Buffett derive from the credit agreement?

As a current lender to MEG, would you refinance the $225 million term loan that is coming due? Would you refinance the term loan as a new lender?

What should MEG’s CEO Marshall Morton do? What are his options?[supanova_question]

Module Number: BMP6008 Module Name: Integrated Digital Marketing Strategy Year/Trimester: 2021-22/Semester 2

Module Number: BMP6008

Module Name: Integrated Digital Marketing Strategy

Year/Trimester: 2021-22/Semester 2

Module Tutor/s: Andrey Jichev/Junaid Khan

Assessment Number

1

Assessment Type (and weighting)

Digital Marketing Portfolio Design – 60%

Assessment Name

Digital Marketing Portfolio for Dark Woods Coffee

Assessment Submission Date

Saturday 19 February 2022 at 23:59

Learning Outcomes Assessed:

LO1: Critically appraise the nature, importance and challenges of integrated digital marketing strategies.

LO2: Propose and evaluate an effective integrated digital marketing strategy with associated objectives.

LO3: Evaluate core digital skills, theories, concepts and models and apply digital production skills.

Assessment Brief

You will create a digital marketing portfolio for Dark Woods Coffee. This is an individual piece of work and is worth 60% of the module mark. Sections in the portfolio are related to taught sessions and you should work on the relevant section during the week that area is covered so that you build up your portfolio continuously. You will be given instructions on how to create this portfolio during the taught sessions.

You will receive a Portfolio Submission Template which includes instructions on what to be included. Please check Moodle. Please submit this Portfolio Submission Template through Turnitin by submission deadline. You must include you digital Marketing Portfolio – Microsoft Sway link into your Portfolio Submission Template.

Essential Content:

You will need to submit your digital marketing portfolio in Microsoft Sway format and justify the application of each method in your portfolio by highlighting its relevant theoretical and practical strategic rational. Your digital portfolio should include at least three of the following:

WordPress

Email Marketing

Online advertising

Twitter created feed

Search Engine Optimisation

Analytics

Secondary Research Requirement at Level HE6 – It is expected that the Reference List will contain between fifteen to twenty sources. As a MINIMUM the Reference List should include three refereed academic journals and four academic books

Important and Helpful Information:

Please refer to the Module Guide for information regarding module contents, indicative reading and guidelines for the preparation and submission of assignments.

Specific Assessment Criteria: (See Page 3 for General Assessment Criteria)

Excellent (70-100%): Virtually all of the relevant information/skills accurately deployed. Excellent and exceptional grasp of theoretical, conceptual, analytical and practical elements. Very effective integration of theory, practice and information in relation to the objective of the assessment. There will be evidence of originality and creativity as appropriate to the subject.

Very Good (60-69%): Most of the relevant information/skills accurately deployed. Good grasp of theoretical, conceptual, analytical, practical elements. Effective integration of theory, practice and information in relation to the objectives of the assessment.

Good (50-59%): Some of the relevant information/skills accurately deployed. Adequate grasp of theoretical, conceptual, analytical and practical elements. Fair integration of theory, practice and information in relation to the objectives of the assessment.

Satisfactory (40-49%): Some omissions in the deployment of information/ skills. Some grasp of theoretical, conceptual, analytical and practical elements. Limited integration of theory, practice and information in relation to the objectives of the assessment.

Unsatisfactory (1-39%): Students who do not meet the requirements of a pass grade (40% or above) will not successfully complete the assessment activity.

General Assessment Criteria – Level HE6

%

Relevance

Knowledge

Argument/Analysis

Structure

Presentation

Written English

Research/Referencing

Class I
(Exceptional

Quality)

85-100%

Directly relevant to title. Expertly addresses the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates an exceptional knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level. Demonstrates the ability to expertly identify and critically appraise the most important issues, themes and questions. Demonstrates originality in conceptual understanding.

Makes exceptional use of appropriate arguments and/or theoretical models.

Presents an exceptional critical evaluation of the material results in clear, logical and insightful conclusions. Demonstrates distinctive or independent thinking.

Coherently articulated and logically structured.

An appropriate format is used.

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment. Effective inclusion of figures, tables, plates (FTP).

An exceptionally well written answer with standard spelling and grammar.

Style is clear, resourceful and academic.

Sources accurately cited in the text.

An extensive range of contemporary and relevant references cited in the reference list in the correct style.

Class I
(Excellent

Quality)

70-84%

Directly relevant to title. Addresses the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates an excellent knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level.

Demonstrates the ability to identify and critically appraise the most important issues, themes and questions.

Makes creative use of appropriate arguments and/or theoretical models. Demonstrates some distinctive or independent thinking.

Presents an excellent critical evaluation of the material results in clear, logical and illuminating conclusions.

Coherently articulated and logically structured.

An appropriate format is used.

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment. Effective inclusion of figures, tables, plates (FTP).

An excellently written
answer with standard spelling and grammar.

Style is clear, resourceful and academic.

Sources accurately cited in the text.

A wide range of contemporary and relevant references cited in the reference list in the correct style.

Class II/i
(Very Good Quality)

60-69%

Directly relevant to title. Addresses most of the assumptions of the title and/or the requirements of the brief.

Demonstrates a very good knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level. Demonstrates the ability to identify and critically appraise key issues, themes and questions.

Uses sound arguments or theoretical models. Presents a sound critical evaluation of the material resulting in clear and logical conclusions.

Logically constructed in the main.

An appropriate format is used.

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment. Effective inclusion of FTP.

A very well written answer with standard spelling and grammar. Style is clear and academic.

Sources accurately cited in the text and a wide range of appropriate references cited in reference list in the correct style.

Class II/ii
(Good Quality)

50-59%

Generally, addresses the title/brief, but sometimes considers irrelevant issues.

Demonstrates a good knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level through the identification and critical appraisal of some key issues, themes and questions.

Presents largely coherent arguments. Evidence of attempted analysis and critical evaluation, with some descriptive or narrative passages. Conclusions are fairly clear and logical.

For the most part coherently articulated and logically structured. An acceptable format is used.

The presentational style & layout is correct for the type of assignment. Inclusion of FTP but lacks selectivity.

Competently written with minor lapses in spelling and grammar. Style is readable and academic in the main.

Most sources accurately cited in the text and an appropriate reference list is provided which is largely in the correct style.

Class III
(Satisfactory Quality)

40-49%

Some degree of irrelevance to the title/brief.

Superficial consideration of the issues.

Demonstrates an adequate knowledge/understanding of theory and practice for this level. An attempt is made to critically appraise some key issues, themes and questions.

Presents basic arguments, but focus and consistency lacking in places. Issues are vaguely stated.

Descriptive or narrative passages evident which lack clear purpose. Conclusions are not always clear or logical.

Adequate attempt at articulation and logical structure.

An acceptable format is used.

The presentational style & layout is largely correct for the type of assignment.

Inappropriate use of FTP or not used where clearly needed to aid understanding.

Generally competently written although intermittent lapses in grammar and spelling pose obstacles for the reader. Style limits communication and is non-academic in a number of places.

Some relevant sources cited.

Some weaknesses in referencing technique.

Borderline

Fail

35-39%

Significant degree of irrelevance to the title/brief.

Only the most obvious issues are addressed at a superficial level and in unchallenging terms.

Demonstrates weaknesses in knowledge of theory and practice for this level. Key issues and themes not identified or appraised.

Limited argument, which is descriptive or narrative in style with little evidence of analysis. Conclusions are neither clear nor logical.

Poorly structured.

Lack of articulation.

Format deficient.

For the type of assignment, the presentational style &/or layout is lacking.

FTP ignored in text or not used where clearly needed.

Deficiencies in spelling and grammar makes reading difficult.

Simplistic or repetitious style impairs clarity.

Style is non-academic.

Limited sources and weak referencing.

Fail

<34%

Relevance to the title/brief is intermittent or missing.

The topic is reduced to its vaguest and least challenging terms.

Demonstrates a lack of basic knowledge of either theory or practice for this level, with little evidence of understanding.

Inadequate arguments and no analysis.

Descriptive or narrative in style with no evidence of critique.

Conclusions are sparse.

Unstructured.

Lack of articulation. Format deficient

For the type of assignment, the presentational style &/or layout is lacking.

FTP as above.

Poorly written with numerous deficiencies in grammar, spelling and expression.

Style is non-academic.

An absence of academic sources and poor referencing technique.

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Managing by the Numbers Katherine Potter knew a good thing when she

Managing by the Numbers

Katherine Potter knew a good thing when she saw it. At least, it seemed so at first. She was traveling in Italy when she spotted pottery shops that made beautiful products ranging from ashtrays to lamps. Some of the pottery was stunning in design.

Katherine began importing the products to the United States, and sales took off. Customers immediately realized the quality of the items and were willing to pay top price. Katherine decided to keep prices moderate to expand rapidly, and she did. Sales in the second three months were double those of the first few months. Sales in the second year were double those of the first year.

Every few months, Katherine had to run to the bank to borrow more money. She didn’t really discuss her financial situation with her banker because she had no problems getting larger loans. You see, she always paid promptly. To save on the cost of buying goods, Katherine always took trade discounts. That is, she paid all bills within 10 days to save the 2% offered by her suppliers for paying so quickly.

Most customers bought Katherine’s products on credit. They would buy a couple of lamps and a pot, and Katherine would allow them to pay over time. Some were very slow in paying her, taking six months or more.

After three years, Katherine noticed a small drop in her business. The local economy was not doing well, and many people were being laid off from their jobs. Nonetheless, Katherine’s business stayed level. One day, the bank called Katherine and told her she was late in her payments. She told them she had been so busy that she didn’t notice the bills. The problem was that Katherine had no cash available to pay the bank. She frantically called several customers for payment, but they were not able to pay her, either. Katherine was in a classic cash flow bind.

Katherine immediately raised her prices and refused to make sales on credit. She started delaying payment on her bills and paid the extra costs. Then she went to the bank and went over her financial condition with the banker. The banker noted her accounts receivable and assets. He then prepared a cash budget and loaned Katherine more money. Her import business grew much more slowly thereafter, but her financial condition improved greatly. Katherine had nearly gone bankrupt, but she recovered at the last minute.

Answer the following questions about the Managing By The Numbers Case Study:

How is it possible to have high sales and high profits and run out of cash?

Why did Katherine do better when she raised her prices and refused to sell on credit?

What was the nature of Katherine’s problem? Was she correct to go to the banker for help, even though she owed the bank money? How could she have prevented some of the problems she eventually found herself faced with?[supanova_question]

Whether you aspire to be an entrepreneur, a manager, or some other

Whether you aspire to be an entrepreneur, a manager, or some other type of business leader, think globally in planning your career.  Keep in mind that global market potential does not belong only to large, multinational corporations.  Small and medium-sized businesses have a world of opportunity in front of them.  Globalization is real and economic competition promises to intensify.
With a global perspective, respond to the following questions in the discussion forum:

What was the most interesting topic of the course?

What was the most beneficial topic of the course?

How has your global perspective grown during the semester?[supanova_question]

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of

Reflect on how national tragedies are typically memorialized and analyze how Karla Cornejo Villavicencio tells a different history of

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times. Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times.

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm

Length: 6-8 pages

Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR

Format: MLA (Times New Roman font, 12 point, Works Cited etc.)

Topic: Select one of the writers from the Declan Kiberd article, “The Empire Writes Back”. Research and write an essay which characterizes the writer’s use of literary English in the context of decolonization.

Articles: https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/the-empirhttps://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/the-irish-novel-thats-so-good-people-were-scared-to-translate-ite-writes-back-1.215168
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Food security and final lab worksheet EVR 1001 Lab Part 1 –

Food security and final lab worksheet

EVR 1001 Lab

Part 1 – Food security – take a few minutes to write your answer and then discuss with your group.

Should the US be involved in helping underdeveloped countries with food security issues? Why or why not? (3 pts)

Do you believe technological advances alone can solve the issue of food security globally, or do you believe other factors play a larger role in it? (3 pts)

How many pounds of food does the average US resident throw away every year? Do you think food waste from developed nations could alleviate some of the food scarcity issues in other countries? How or why not? (4 pts)

Now discuss with your group and note the different viewpoints to share with the class

Part 2 – Semester summary – write a few words on the general ideas, or a specific thing that you remember (10 pts)

Lab

What did you learn?

Ocean Acidification

Biological Pollution

Environmental Shopping

Domestic Water Use

Toxic Substances

Nutrients

Air Pollution

Energy Use

Soils

Food security[supanova_question]

Introduction to Quality Wk 2 Assignment Total Quality Part 1: How Japan

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times Introduction to Quality

Wk 2 Assignment Total Quality

Part 1: How Japan caught up with the United States

After World War II, America was producing high-quality goods and saw it as a competitive advantage. At the same time, Japanese companies had focused on price. The U.S. failed to read the future and identify how they could sell their high-quality products at relatively low prices. Instead, they ventured into price reduction strategies to counter Japanese competition and compromised on quality. Essentially, America failed to adopt the quality management practices followed by Japanese companies due to a lack of market analysis and quality management strategies and a fear of losing their customer base.

Part 2: Technology adoption in small companies

Small companies have been reluctant to adopt new technologies because of two main factors: cost and value-addition. Small companies are primarily focused on using the most efficient processes to deliver quality goods and services. They want to be assured that the production process will generate returns for their businesses (Chouki et al., 2020). It is worth noting that new technology is capital-intensive. The purchase of equipment, workforce and maintenance are costs that small businesses are not ready to incur. Secondly, they are not assured that the new technologies will produce results immediately. Small companies are not willing to invest in technologies that may take years to pay back.

The cost perspective is one of the critical considerations in the adoption of new technology. Although the initial costs are high, the returns can significantly exceed expectations with the right manpower and good maintenance. According to Chouki et al. (2020), New technology helps small businesses improve the efficiency of production. Companies can produce goods quickly and in high quality, thereby reducing damages and losses and increasing sales revenue.

Reference

Chouki, M., Talea, M., Okar, C., & Chroqui, R. (2020). Barriers to information technology adoption within small and medium enterprises: A systematic literature review. International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 17(01), 2050007.[supanova_question]

Name _______________________________ ECO 201 Homework #7 Please complete the following questions and

Name _______________________________

ECO 201

Homework #7

Please complete the following questions and submit your completed assignment under the assignments tab at the top of the D2L page. Answers can be typed or handwritten. Handwritten assignments will need to be scanned to be turned into D2L. All assignments must be completed by the due date stated on the syllabus, as no late assignments will be accepted.

When two individuals are wanting to barter or trade they need to have a double coincidence of wants. What does this mean?

List and describe the three functions of money below.

Knowing the three functions of money, is a credit card money? Why or why not?

What is the difference between fiat money and commodity money?

Put the flowing items in order from most to least liquid: ten dollar bill, stocks, house, antique painting

When looking at a banks balance sheet, what are two examples of an asset the bank might hold and one example of a liability?

Assume that you have a bank that has $100,000 deposited within their holdings. Given this deposit and a 15% required reserve ration(currently no loans) what are the banks required reserves, excess reserves, and what would be the maximum change in the money supply?

Assume that you have a required reserve ratio of 5%, what is the money multiplier?

Who is the current Chairman of the Board of Governors?

What are the three important functions of the Fed?

Who does the Federal Reserve take orders from?

If the Fed wanted to increase the money supply, what are the three potential things they could do?

Assuming there is inflation, what could the Fed do to reduce inflation when it comes to monetary policy?

What is the purpose of the FOMC and who are members of the FOMC?

What is the FDIC and why was it established(what is its purpose)?[supanova_question]

4 Business Problems Business Problems Child Labor Globalization affects how issues such

4

Business Problems

Business Problems

Child Labor

Globalization affects how issues such as the use of child labor are analyzed. With globalization, there is increased competition between different brands. For instance, companies in the luxury industry have experienced high levels of competitiveness. Consequently, they opt to use every available strategy to gain a competitive edge. Some of them decide to find ways of reducing the cost of production (Rooyen, 2019). They achieve that by seeking out cheap sources of labor. Unfortunately, such actions lead to the utilization of child labor by such companies. An example of that is Primark which has been embroiled in cases of using child labor. Another company that has used child labor is Nike. To such companies, being competitive and achieving profitability take primacy over conducting businesses ethically. In their case, being ethical is a luxury they cannot afford. Practicing ethical business will reduce the company’s market share and profitability. Therefore, opting for unethical practices such as the use of child labor is perceived as a means to an end. The problem of child labor will occur in third-world countries where many global companies opt to outsource their manufacturing processes.

Ethical Dilemmas and Temptations

There is a difference between aspects of temptation and ethical dilemma. In the case of temptation, it is when one is faced with situations of right versus wrong. While the individual might be tempted to choose the wrong alternative, there is an option to select the right choice. On the other hand, an ethical dilemma is when a person is confronted with two right options (Corporate Finance Institute, n.d.). That creates indecisiveness when selecting the best alternative.

I have experienced temptation when managing a business. At the end of the year, I was supposed to offer employees bonuses because of their hard work. Even so, there was an instance where I was tempted to withhold the benefits, use them for other initiatives, and lie to employees the business was experiencing a cash flow problem. Fortunately, I opted out of the temptation to be dishonest. In another instance, I experienced the ethical dilemma of spending time with my friends or caring for my elderly family members. I had not seen my friends in a while, and we wanted to catch up. However, I felt guilty of absconding from my duty to take care of my family. In this situation, I opted to apply deontology and let duty to my family take precedence. I decided that time with my family would bring me the most joy in the long term.

Future Business Dilemmas

An issue facing 21st-century businesses is aggressive competition, often resulting in companies employing harmful tactics. To illustrate, there are businesses willing to exploit workers to lower their production costs and increase profitability levels. In many cases, the laws put in place cannot prevent aggressive competition between businesses. That creates a hostile business environment. The question that ought to be asked is, “what do businesses seek to achieve through the use of aggressive competition techniques?” Answering this question will be based on assessing the motivation of businesses that compete aggressively. The answer will possibly be centered around increasing profitability and seeking a reputation. Delving into this issue will make people aware of the consequence of aggressive competition. The media will play a critical role in spreading this message. Over and above, it will aid to ensure companies consider employees and societal welfare when developing strategies to help them compete.

References

Corporate Finance Institute. (n.d.). Ethical dilemma – Definition, how to solve, and examples. https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com/resources/knowledge/other/ethical-dilemma/

Rooyen, G. V. (2019, April 12). Reduce your costs and gain a competitive advantage. Entrepreneur. https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/328889[supanova_question]

11/5/21 PHI 1120 Term Paper The reading that I would like to

11/5/21

PHI 1120

Term Paper

The reading that I would like to expand on for the term paper that we were assigned is Peter Singer’s “Rich and Poor” reading. I chose this specific reading as I feel it pertains to a lot of discussions that are occurring in our society in terms of equality for all. This translates to the conversations we see in politics such as free healthcare/education and affordable housing. In the reading, Peter Singer argues whether or not the “affluent” members of society are responsible for the extreme poverty that currently exists in the world. Furthermore, Singer argues if the responsibility falls on such member of society to alleviate the struggles that effect the poverty-ridden population. A common response to this argument is that the poverty-ridden population is lazy and does not want to put in the necessary work required to get them out of the conditions that they are in. This response, while true for a small fraction of people, is problematic as it neglects the issues that are occurring in terms of how wealth is distributed in our society. An example we can observe of this phenomenon in recent times is the shocking wealth transfer that occurred during the pandemic. According to many published articles, such as the Institute for Policy Studies, U.S. billionaires became 62 percent richer during the pandemic while most Americans were heavily impacted. This includes the 86 million Americans who lost their jobs and others whose businesses failed due to the mandated restrictions (Institute for Policy Studies, 2021). In addition, many Americans were subject to predatory like behaviors from banks and other financial lending institutions despite the unprecedented nature of the pandemic like when it came to overdraft fees, credit card penalties and others. Seeing these examples and many others gets a person to not help but think that there is some sort of responsibility that the “affluent” members of our society have on the poverty-ridden population. Peter Singer, in the reading, backs up his argument by pointing out that the hording nature of the “affluent” with regards to wealth contributes to this strong disparity between both populations.

He goes on to argue that if a person is able to prevent something bad than they should do just that. However, the problem that occurs is with the connection he made with the point that if a person has satisfied their needs and has extra resources than they should give those away. The problem with this suggestion is that it neglects any form of constraints or metrics of how much is defined as extra and at what threshold does a person have to reach where they must give resources away. This argument from Singer also comes from a false pretense that assumes all members of society are exactly the same in terms of backgrounds and needs. This, however, was not the only problematic argument that the author proposed in their writing.

Singer attempts to make a connection between a person that let someone die and a person that murders another. The way he bolsters this comparison is by claiming that if a person is living in opulence and chooses not to financially aid those that are poor, then they are allowing them to die. This suggestion is very problematic as it attempts to label a group of people with the same attributes as a murderer. Tying someone else’s fate to a completely irrelevant individual is not a connection that should be made as it is a dynamic that is far to nuanced to categorize into one setting. Another important question to answer is where the line is drawn in terms of who should be helped and who should if they are to blame themselves for the conditions that they are in. Members of society should always help out those who are less fortunate than they are, but they are not directly responsible to each of their fates. These last arguments, I believe, derail the author’s original argument at the beginning of their writing as it attempts to make incoherent claims about dynamics in society. All of these analyses are important points that need to be considered before entertaining these series of ideas.

Singer in his reading “Rich and Poor” attempted to argue the idea whether the more affluent members of society are responsible for the extreme poverty that exists in the world. Starting off, the author makes suggestions that the rich have indeed a responsibility to addressing world poverty. The author, however, began going off the tracks with their argument when he began making claims such as the idea that if a person who has extra resources after sufficing their own needs should give it away. In addition to that claim was the connection the author attempted to make between the rich “letting people die” and murders. As mentioned earlier, humans should strive to help out one another, but they are simply not responsible for every turn in another person’s life. This takes away from the responsibility each person has to work on themselves and to better their conditions.

Work Cited

Institute for Policy Studies. (2021, August 24). U.S. billionaires got 62 percent Richer during pandemic. They’re now up $1.8 trillion. https://ips-dc.org/u-s-billionaires-62-percent-richer-during-pandemic/[supanova_question]

IFSM 370 Project 4: Final Assessment Instructions Introduction The final assessment is

IFSM 370 Project 4: Final Assessment Instructions

Introduction

The final assessment is a five-question essay assignment. Your answers to all questions should be complete and demonstrate your understanding of ALL of this semester’s lessons. Each answer should be 3-5 paragraphs in length. This final assessment is to be completed independently and without help from another student or person. Each question has multiple parts. Please read the question carefully and answer all parts for full credit. A minimum of two reference sources are required for each question. All sources must be cited correctly using APA format. Failure to cite reference sources will result in a reduced grade.

The completed Final Exam Paper deliverable is due by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the due date shown in the Course Schedule.

The Final Assessment is valued at 20% of the course grade.

The format of the paper should include bolded sectional headings as follows:

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Final Assessment

Question 1: Explain the differences between the following network devices: hub, bridge, switch, router, firewall. Where would you utilize each device and why? Where does each device reside within the OSI model?

Question 2: Define what VPNs are and used for. Distinguish hardware VPN devices and appliances from software devices. Give examples of both. How do VPNs work? Why would one use a VPN? What are the downsides of using VPNs?

Question 3: Describe four wireless technologies/standards. Describe what each one does and briefly how it works? How is each one different from the other standards? Why would you use one over the other?

Question 4: Describe what cloud computing is. Describe the three cloud computing models. Discuss why and when you would utilize each model. Give examples.

Question 5: Describe in detail what the Internet of Things (IoT) is. What are the issues with IoT? Do you believe IoT is the wave of the future (yes or no, and why)? How will IoT impact the overall internet?

Scoring Rubric

Attribute

Full points

Partial points

No points

Possible Points

Question 1

Answer demonstrates a complete understanding of the course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. Answer is complete, with sufficient detail and examples. Answer is written in student’s own voice and not simply copied and pasted from another source.

Answer demonstrates that student does not have a complete understanding of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking. Some content is copied/pasted from another source—not in the student’s own words. Lacking sufficient detail/examples.

Answer is missing or displays a complete lack of understanding of the material. Entire answer copied from other source.

3

Question 2

Answer demonstrates a complete understanding of the course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. Answer is complete, with sufficient detail and examples. Answer is written in student’s own voice and not simply copied and pasted from another source.

Answer demonstrates that student does not have a complete understanding of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking. Some content is copied/pasted from another source—not in the student’s own words. Lacking sufficient detail/examples.

Answer is missing or displays a complete lack of understanding of the material. Entire answer copied from other source.

3

Question 3

Answer demonstrates a complete understanding of the course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. Answer is complete, with sufficient detail and examples. Answer is written in student’s own voice and not simply copied and pasted from another source.

Answer demonstrates that student does not have a complete understanding of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking. Some content is copied/pasted from another source—not in the student’s own words. Lacking sufficient detail/examples.

Answer is missing or displays a complete lack of understanding of the material. Entire answer copied from other source.

3

Question 4

Answer demonstrates a complete understanding of the course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. Answer is complete, with sufficient detail and examples. Answer is written in student’s own voice and not simply copied and pasted from another source.

Answer demonstrates that student does not have a complete understanding of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking. Some content is copied/pasted from another source—not in the student’s own words. Lacking sufficient detail/examples.

Answer is missing or displays a complete lack of understanding of the material. Entire answer copied from other source.

3

Question 5

Answer demonstrates a complete understanding of the course concepts, analysis, and critical thinking. Answer is complete, with sufficient detail and examples. Answer is written in student’s own voice and not simply copied and pasted from another source.

Answer demonstrates that student does not have a complete understanding of course concepts, analysis, and/or critical thinking. Some content is copied/pasted from another source—not in the student’s own words. Lacking sufficient detail/examples.

Answer is missing or displays a complete lack of understanding of the material. Entire answer copied from other source.

3

Reference Sources

At least two references are appropriately incorporated and cited, using APA style for each question.

One references are appropriately incorporated and cited, using APA style for each question.

Missing references from each question.

5

Total Points:

20

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Cystic Fibrosis Research Project – 100pts This project is going to be

Cystic Fibrosis Research Project – 100pts

This project is going to be a presentation/poster project where you will be presenting a poster and information to the class about a particular variant (mutation) or pair of variants that cause Cystic Fibrosis. Your team will investigate one variant that you will be assigned, both on its own with an unknown variant on the other chromosome, or with a known common CF variant.

There are a variety of web sites that have specific information about cystic fibrosis as a disease and descriptions of the etiology of the disease. The most common websites with reliable information include the following:

www.vrtx.com

www.vertextreatments.com

https://hopkinscf.org/

www.cfsource.com

https://investors.vrtx.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fda-approves-symdekor-tezacaftorivacaftor-and-ivacaftor-treat

You read through each of these web sites and become familiar with the information contained in each one. Information in them will form the basis of the background information for your project.

There are six classes of variants to which the most common CF variants can be assigned, classes I through VI (Note: there are a few websites that will show 5 different CF mutation classes; these have older information and are missing the 6th variant description). Information on the manner in which variants in each of these classes causes damage to the CFTR protein can be found at the following websites:

https://hopkinscf.org/knowledge/cftr/#section5

https://www.cff.org/What-is-CF/Genetics/Types-of-CFTR-Mutations/

This website shows only 5 classes of mutations, but the graphic presented is very helpful for understanding the mutation types. The first 5 classes of mutations are the same in each case; the 6th class is a newer variant that is not described everywhere.

Investigating your Variant

Now that you have presented some basic information about Cystic Fibrosis, the remainder of the project will present information that is specific to the variant that your team is investigating.

What variant class does your specific variant belong to?

Use the previous information you have researched to determine which class your variant belongs to. You should describe the specific problem with your variant on your poster and in your presentation.

Now, go to the website at https://cftr2.org/

The entry page to this website will require you to read through and answer some questions in order to get to the database site where you can investigate your mutation. Once you get to the main page, there are three short videos you can watch in order to understand the website and how it works.

Once you have done that, you can enter data in the entry points at the top left of the page ( https://cftr2.org/welcome ); there are two entry points; the first says Enter first variant and the second says Second variant (optional). The goal is to research three possible combinations:

Your variant alone

Your variant in both positions (located on both chromosomes)

Your variant in combination with variant F508del

Each of these will need to be run separately in the database and different information may be examined for each combination. You should report on each of these situations in your poster.

Possible Treatments

There are many old style standard therapies to treat CF, and there are the newer CFTR Modulator treatments. Which of these treatments might be useful for patients with your gene variant?

https://www.vertextreatments.com/

https://www.cff.org/Life-With-CF/Treatments-and-Therapies/Medications/CFTR-Modulator-Therapies/

POWERPOINT PRESENTATION:

Your project should be presented using Power-Point and be in the range of 4-6 slides.

Suggested Powerpoint slide content

Title Slide: You should have a descriptive title to your poster that clearly shows the CFTR variant that you are investigating. Also include names of your group members.

Slide 1:

What is Cystic Fibrosis? A basic description of the disease and why it is deadly.

The basic genetics of Cystic Fibrosis: How is this disease genetically transmitted? What is necessary for this disease to be transmitted to offspring? Describe what it means to be autosomal recessive and how this impacts the way CF is transmitted from parents to offspring.

Slide 2

Describe the structure and function of the normal CFTR protein; how is the normal CFTR protein produced in a cell (stepwise process)? In what types of cells is it found? What organs/organ systems are typically affected by CF? Why? What problems are caused in the different organs or organ systems?

Slide 3:

CF Variant Information: General background about CF mutations followed by the information you have researched about your specific variant and the implications of the different allele combinations that you researched. What class does your variant fall into? What is the problem that puts this variant into this class? What are the most common clinical manifestations for this variant?

What percentage of the population with CF carry this variant?

Is it possible to screen people for the presence of this variant?

The following web sites contain information about testing that can be done for CFTR variants.

https://www.acog.org/Patients/FAQs/Cystic-Fibrosis-Prenatal-Screening-and-Diagnosis#am

https://ltd.aruplab.com/Tests/Pdf/182

https://www.labcorp.com/test-menu/23686/cystic-fibrosis-cf-profile-32-mutations-fetal-analysis

Slide 4: Possible Treatments

There are many old style standard therapies to treat CF, and there are the newer CFTR Modulator treatments. Which of these treatments might be useful for patients with your gene variant?

https://www.vertextreatments.com/

https://www.cff.org/Life-With-CF/Treatments-and-Therapies/Medications/CFTR-Modulator-Therapies/

https://investors.vrtx.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fda-approves-symdekor-tezacaftorivacaftor-and-ivacaftor-treat

Cystic Fibrosis Genetic Variants

G542X

W1282X

R553X

N1303K

F508del

I507del

G551D

S549N

R117H

R347P

D1152H

A455E

2789 + 5G – A

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POSC 240, FALL 2021 PROMPT QUESTION FOR PAPER II The paper is

POSC 240, FALL 2021

PROMPT QUESTION FOR PAPER II

The paper is due by 9:40 AM on Thursday, December 9, 2021 on Canvas (Assignments).

You are the director of a non-governmental organization that seeks to provide citizens of your country and members of the international community with an accurate sense of the overall state of your country’s population and the quality of your citizens’ lives.

You know that twenty-four months from today, your country’s minister of economics will have a big press conference. At that press conference, she will release the country’s latest gross domestic product figures. Journalists will be able to compare those figures with the country’s previous GDP figures to get a sense of how fast your country’s economy has been growing.

Your NGO wants to hold an alternative press conference on the very next day. At the event, you will roll out some other measure—some measure other than GDP—that you believe will provide your fellow citizens and members of the international community with a better sense of your country’s actual position, the quality of your citizens’ lives, and the extent to which your country is/is not developing.

On which one alternative measure will you concentrate? Why?

Choose one of the alternatives that David Pilling discusses in chapters 10-14 of The Growth Delusion. After briefly discussing the limitations of GDP growth as a measure of development, discuss why it makes sense for citizens and policy-makers to consider your alternative measure.

This paper must not be more than TWO pages long. You must follow these formatting rules:

Maximum of two pages of double-spaced text (a works cited page can appear on the third page).

Font: 12-point Times New Roman (be careful; your word processing software may have a different default)

Margins: 1” all around (be careful; your word processing software may have a different default)

No separate cover sheet

Name, date, and title of response paper in upper left-hand corner of first page

Each new paragraph should be indented 0.5”

References: APSA format (https://connect.apsanet.org/stylemanual/)

Page numbers should appear on all pages except the first

Submission: via Canvas’s “Assignments” functionality. Papers must be uploaded as EITHER .docx or .pdf.[supanova_question]

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times

Due Date: Wednesday, December 8th by 11:59pm Length: 6-8 pages Sources: 4-5 Scholarly Articles from JSTOR Format: MLA (Times

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete. A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete.

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete an MLA formatted paper with proper in text citations of the short story, with quotes from within the story. Use the following link to access this story. https://www.orwellfoundation.com/the-orwell-foundation/orwell/essays-and-other-works/shooting-an-elephant/. Also use the attachment with questions on the second page to guide the essay.[supanova_question]

international economics final exam with me

The final exam will be 45 questions, both calculations and conceptual. I will need someone to sit with me at 10:55am – 12:50am Pacific Time to answer the exam questions. Must be able to answer the 45 questions within these 110 minutes. I will be uploading the questions on a shared doc once the exam opens. Study guide will be provided so you can get an idea of the type of questions that will be asked.[supanova_question]

Psychological Research Project Instruction Final Project Description The Topic is Covid impact

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete Psychological Research Project Instruction

Final Project Description

The Topic is Covid impact on college students’ mental health and wellness.

Overview

Minimum of 1300 words – approximately 5 to 6 pages of text plus title and reference pages

Write a research proposal on the selected topic. You will not actually conduct the research, but write what you will do if you were too.

Research Design type : True experimental design will be used in this research proposal (In chapter 11)

Dependent variable- level of perceived stress on the student

Independent variable- A large group of students that would do my intervention, A large group of students that will stick to the regular curriculum scheduled.

The purpose is to see if the intervention will have an improved impact on the mental health and wellness of the college student.

Hypothesis: Will the intervention work or not

Null hypothesis- the intervention does not decrease stress

Alternative hypothesis- the intervention does perceive stress

Intervention- Mental health break days (self care) for college students to decrease mental stressor.

Basic Formatting Issues

1-inch margins on all four sides

12 point Times New Roman Font

Double spaced

No quotations are permitted. Papers that include quotations will not be accepted.

Provide proper citations and references

Minimum of 8 unique references, with only three being permitted from a single source (e.g., Wikipedia)

Minimum of the collegiate level of written skills, style, and grammar.

Include a title page, main body of the paper, and references.

Use APA style

Title page

This should include the title of your paper/essay, the course number and semester, the date, and your name.

The Body of the paper

This section is more fully described below.

Introduction

Statement of the Problem

Methodology

Summary and Conclusion

References

This section will come at the end of your paper. The references should contain a minimum of eight information sources such as online databases, videotapes, government documents, and journals. Each respective source (e.g., electronic and print periodicals, chapters in books, government documents, archival material, and microfilm) should be properly cited.

Use APA style in this section of the paper.

Yes, you may use our textbook as one of the eight unique references. Remember that it only counts as one of the (minimum of) eight references.

Final Project/Paper General Outline

Your paper should include the following in the respective sequence. While you may look at the last couple chapters of our textbook to supplement what I provide you here, you are not permitted to use the textbook as a means to justify not following my clear directions here.

Title Page

This should include the title of your paper/essay, the course number and semester, the date, and your name.

Body of Paper

This section is the substance of your paper. It should be at least 1300 words long.

This section is more fully described below.

Introduction

Statement of the Problem

Methodology

Summary and Conclusions

References

This section will come at the end of your paper. The references should contain a minimum of eight information sources such as online databases, videotapes, government documents, and journals. Each respective source (e.g., electronic and print periodicals, chapters in books, government documents, archival material, and microfilm) should be properly cited.

Use APA style in this section of the paper.

Yes, you may use our textbook as one of the eight unique references. Remember that it only counts as one of the (minimum of) eight references.

The following information focuses on the crucial main part of the paper.

Body of Paper

This section should be at least 1300 words long and is comprised of the following sub-sections.

Introduction

Statement of the Problem

Methodology

Summary and Conclusions

Remember, no quotes or unoriginal material are allowed in this paper. The paper will not be accepted and will be evaluated for violations of academic integrity if they are present.

This section describes the outline that I want you to use in the body of the paper. Obviously the title page goes before it and the references after. Remember, this section of the paper should be at least 1300 words long. You should have the noted number of unique references/citations.

Be sure that your proposed study involves one or more psychological variables. Again, the study must be psychological in character.

Within the body of the paper, you should have the following sections

Introduction

This section should be at least 400 words long

In this section you help the reader appreciate the merits of the proposed psychological research study for West Baltimore. The structure of this section should follow the below guidelines.

A thoughtful general introductory paragraph(s) about psychological research. You may find looking at the website of the American Psychological Association (APA) to be of help. Its address is: apa.org. (Note: this is an acceptable citation/reference for you to use in your paper). This first paragraph(s) should be about society in general. This first paragraph(s) should address:

The role psychological research has in society

Your thoughts on the merits of psychological research

The relationship of psychological research to economic, organizational, and political systems in our society

Cultural and diversity issues associated with assessment

The initial paragraph(s) should then be followed with a few paragraphs that orient your reader to the relevance of the psychological issues associated with your proposal. They should do so initially for society in general and then for West Baltimore specifically. You should introduce the reader to the general area that you consider you particular psychological issues fall into. Then hone those down so that your reader becomes convinced of the importance that such a study be conducted in order to aid West Baltimore. Include the following:

A general statement expressing the need to comprehend the general area that your study falls into

Transitional statement bringing the relevance to your specific interest area

A general description of the relevant aspects of the psychological variable(s)

A description of how these aspects are relevant for West Baltimore

Description of one or two prior/existing psychological studies that inform the one you are proposing

A modest summary stating the particular relevance of your proposed study for West Baltimore.

Express the need to for such a study – e.g., how it may help society in general and West Baltimore specifically.

Statement of the Problem

This section of the paper should be at least 150 words in length.

In this section, you should:

Briefly restate the research topic you wish you study and the associated variables

Clearly state the respective null and alternative hypotheses in two respectively distinct sentences. Refer to our lectures, and text, for how to write good hypotheses.

Methodology

This section of the paper should be at least 500 words long.

The section should begin with an initial paragraph restating your research question and topic. It should then briefly describe the specific research design/methodology (e.g., correlational, causal comparative, or experimental) you propose to use to study this research question. Subsequent to this statement you should have the following subsections:

Population – This subsection describes who you want the findings of your proposed study to apply to.

Sample – This subsection describes how, where, and how many participants you will use in the study itself.

Procedures and Techniques – This subsection describes what specific steps you will take if you were actually to conduct your study.

Instrumentation – This subsection describes the particular mechanisms (e.g., surveys) that you will use to obtain your data. For the purposes of this paper you do not need to have an actual instrument – but simply state the means by which you would measure all respective variables under investigation.

Data Analysis – This subsection tell your reader what statistics you would calculate and report if you were to actually conduct the study. You should state that you would report the descriptive statistics of the appropriate measures of central tendency and variability of your participants’ demographic characteristics (e.g., age, gender, etc.) and those of the instruments/measures used in the study. In addition you should state that you would use the appropriate inferential statistics fitting the nature of your hypotheses and research design proposed. However, in general, for the following research designs you typically use the accompanying inferential statistics:

Experimental Research Design – Mean comparison tests (e.g., t-test or Analysis of Variance)

Summary and Conclusions

This section of the paper should be at least 250 words long. In it you provide a synopsis of your research proposal.

A good summary provides reviews the main points of the paper. Many of the points made here simply review and restate those presented earlier in the paper.

You should have at least two to three paragraphs in this section.

This section addresses:

An overview of the specific psychological research area and its relevance for West Baltimore

Be sure to include the review of at least two existing articles about this research topic.

A general description proposed research study.

The relevance of cultural and diversity issues with regard to the proposed study.

The proposed study’s germaneness to economic, organizational, and political systems in our city, state, and society.

A statement of how the proposed study could be useful to individuals and groups in West Baltimore and beyond.

Again, all writing standards noted above should be followed, and the paper must be submitted by the procedures noted above. I look forward to reading your work.

My regards,

Dr. BP[supanova_question]

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I have this problem i need help on it and i want you to show me all the steps.
The first joint of a manipulator is supposed to move from -30 degrees to -120 degrees, starting from rest and stopping at rest in 5 seconds.a. Derive the cubic polynomial coefficients to this motion.
b. Write a MATLAB code to compute the cubic coefficients, plot the joint displacement, velocity and acceleration
c. The joint continues to move from 90 degrees to 150 degrees in 7 seconds. Assuming the both initial and final joint velocities and accelerations to be zero write a MATLAB code to find cubic polynomial coefficients to execute this motion.

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research discussion post 250 words

Consider a patient centered issue you have observed recently. Formulate a research question related to that issue. Identify the independent and dependent variable, hypothesis and type of hypothesis. What type of research study design would you use to address that issue, what type of sampling or sampling strategy would you use?
SCHOLARLY ARTICLES ONLY FROM LAST 5 YEARS

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Organizational Structure and Change

Discussion post: Identify the formal structure of an organization. Using an organization of your choice as an example, how are the organization’s structure and design a reflection of its environment, goals, and competencies?
minimum 250 words
Please cite sources
Book citation for attached chapter: Uhl-Bien, M., Piccolo, R.F., Schermerhorn, J. R. [supanova_question]

Health Promotion Strategy Plan and Materials about COVID-19

I want you to work in part A only (induvial assignment).
All of this assignments dependent on (ppx,AT6) files that I uploaded
I uploaded 1-creitria of this assignment 2-example to help you
************ it is depend on my strategy social marketing (YouTube) ************ look at ppx to understand. I did a short vedio to support my strategy it took about myth vs truth of COVID-19
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BA 100- FINAL Project: Informational Interview Paper + Presentation Project Goal: To

BA 100- FINAL Project: Informational Interview Paper + Presentation

Project Goal: To apply the professional presence skills we’ve discussed in class and to seek out your own answers and learn about possible careers that may interest you, by engaging in an Informational Interview. The professional you interview may work in any industry/field you are interested in exploring. You will write a 1-2 page (single spaced) Reflection paper and present the class with a 3 minute summary of your take-a-ways of the experience, tying in what you learned in class, and how you plan to apply these things in the future.

Some Resources to get you started :

Take a look at this article with helpful active links! –> Informational Interviewing article.pdf

& Check out this video introduction on Informational Interviewing! https://youtu.be/m6Pa4ZB4mvQ

FAQ’s-

1. Who Should I Contact for an Informational Interview? :

Consider the cool jobs & career roles you’d like to learn more about! Start by asking your family/friends/classmates/professors if they might recommend someone to speak with in those positions.

If you have a LinkedIn profile, use LinkedIn to identify UIC alumni that work for the companies you are most interested in. Include your request for an informational interview in your invitation to connect.

Note: They need not be located in Chicago, as you can conduct an informational interview over Zoom or any other video platform.

2. What Should I Say When Sending my Emails? : 

Tip: Address your emails formally (Ms.,Mr.,Dr.,Professor, etc) to come off in the most professional way possible – until they invite you to use their first names.

In the body of your email- start with your “Self Introduction” and share your own interests/aspirations and how it connect to their work. 

Send these from your uic email and make sure that you include a Signature line which professionalizes you (your name, major, UIC College of Business Administration). 

Example: of a very simple sample email: 

Dear __________

My name is (insert your name here). I am currently a freshman (insert major) student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am exploring my career interests/options, and would love to hear about your career at (insert company). May I have 30 minutes of your time for an informational interview via Zoom or some other platform convenient to you? 

Thanks so much for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you! 

Sincerely,

(your name)
(Major – expected graduation date) 
UIC College of Business Administration

3. Then What? : 

Be ready with a plan to schedule a video meeting.  Remember you are requesting their time- so you will want to be organized. 

Some professionals will be too busy to respond, others might be courteous enough to email you back. If they reply or offer to assist at a future time, be gracious and accept their willingness to connect and plan to connect with them in the future.

Remember that you need to find a time convenient to them. This can be during the week or on the weekend.

After your interview be sure to follow up with a thank you note via email. This is very important. Do this the same day as your interview.

INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWING – SAMPLE QUESTIONS

These sample questions are grouped into categories, depending upon the type of interview you want to do. You may have one type of interview in mind, or a combination. These questions represent different levels of inquiry. Develop your questions based on your overall goals and what you are most interested in learning. Make sure you are prepared and show that you have done some research and thinking ahead of time. Always remember to honor the agreed upon length of the interview, unless the interviewee indicates you can go longer.

Below are a few categories of interviews you may draw upon for your Career Conversations, followed by questions within each category.

Person / Position

These questions zero-in on the specific experiences of the person being interviewed.

This approach provides an opportunity to learn about an individual’s career choices, preferences, and reactions to different kinds of work.

Career Field / Profession

These questions concentrate on gaining an overview of a specific career field or profession.

The goal is to understand job roles, tasks, and the experiences, education and development needed to be successful

INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWING – SAMPLE QUESTIONS

PERSON / POSITION

Interviewee Information

How did your background lead you to this position?

How did you become interested in this type of work and how did you get your present job?

What is the most challenging/rewarding aspect of your work/career?

Job Characteristics

How would you describe your day-to-day responsibilities?

What are the duties/functions/responsibilities of this job role?

What do you love about what you do?

What aspects of your work do you find most challenging?

What is unique about your job as compared with others, which are similar?

Approximately what percentage of time is spent on each type of job responsibility?

What kinds of problems and challenges do you face this role?

What constraints, such as time and funding, make the job more challenging?

What kinds of decisions do you make?

Describe some of the toughest situations you’ve faced in this job.

To what extent do you interact with customers/clients?

With which other departments, functional units, or levels of the hierarchy do you regularly interact?

How much flexibility do you have in determining how you perform your job?

Can you manage your own workflow, or does the nature of your work dictate the pace?

Do you work individually or predominantly in groups or teams?

How are work teams or groups organized?

What part of this job do you personally find most satisfying? Most challenging? Least satisfying?

Is multi-tasking a skill that is required for this job?

What projects have you worked on that have been particularly interesting?

Referral/ Suggestions

Are there other departments or organizations that you would recommend as part of my research?

Can you suggest others that I might contact? May I use your name?

Based on my interests, are there professional organizations that you would recommend I join?

CAREER FIELD / PROFESSION

Career Pathing/Occupational Outlook

What are typical job roles available in this profession? Entry? Mid-Career? Late Career?

What are typical career paths in this field?

What experiences, paid or unpaid, would you encourage for anybody pursuing a career in this field?

What did you do to make yourself marketable?

What opportunities for advancement are there in this field?

Is the field growing? If so, in what areas? What are the biggest challenges facing this field?

What trends would likely to affect someone just entering this profession?

How do you see jobs in this field changing in the future?

What changes in demand have you seen in the profession?

Where do you see the growth opportunities for the profession?

How does this career affect your lifestyle and work/family balance?

How can I learn more about the field (e.g., journal, publications, professional associations, workshops, seminars, conferences, etc.)?

What special advice would give a person entering this field?

What do you wish you had known about this field or organization before you entered it?

Success Factors

What are the characteristics and competencies of people who are successful in this field?

What does it take to be successful in this type of career?

What does it take, in your view, to succeed in this field, department, division, role?

What type of person is best suited to the work in this area?

What specific functional or technical knowledge is critical to this work?

What sacrifices may be necessary to be successful?

Education, Training & Skills

What are the basic prerequisites for jobs in this field?

What particular skills or talents are most essential to be effective in this job?

How did you learn these skills?

What are the educational requirements for this position or field? Is graduate school recommended or required?

What personal qualities or abilities are important for success (in this field, organization, or position)?

What jobs and experiences have led you to your present position?

What kind of background or training is desirable for this work? Are there certain classes or training programs you would recommend?

What degree or certification do employers look for?

Compensation

What are the typical salary ranges in this profession? Entry? Mid-level? Senior level?

Aside from such tangible compensation as money, fringe benefits, travel, etc.- what kinds of satisfaction and reward does this profession yield?

INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWING – FOLLOW-UP

Be grateful. A simple rule is that you should send a thank-you note (email is fine) to anyone you have interviewed before you go to bed that night. If your interviewee gave you other contacts, you are obligated to reach out to them within 24 hours. After talking with a referral, follow this procedure with that person and the circle back to the person that referred you with another thank-you.

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Template for the Datat section of Atomic Absorption Procedure: Standard Preparation (Fe):

Template for the Datat section of Atomic Absorption

Procedure:

Standard Preparation (Fe):

A 1000 ppm commercial Fe standard solution will be provided. This solution contains Fe3+ which can permanently contaminate glassware, so you have to make standards in plastic devices. These standards will not be so accurate as standards made in normal volumetric glassware, but they will give you a good idea of the concentrations you are trying to measure.

Prepare 100 mL of a 10 ppm standard from the provided commercial standard provided and immediately transfer the solution into a 100 mL plastic bottle to store for further use.

To prepare 100 mL of the 10 ppm stock solution, ___?_____ mL of the 1000 ppm commercial Fe standard was pipette to the 100 mL volumetric flask and diluted to mark with 2% nitric acid.

Prepare 50 mL of standard solutions of a concentration: 5.00, 3.00, 2.00, 1.00 and 0.5 ppm from the10 ppm standard solution by using 2% nitric acid as the solvent. (Make sure you show all your calculations clearly in your lab report). Transfer all the standards to plastic bottles. The standard with the highest concentration will be used to check the performance of the instrument.

NOTES:

Be sure to show all the calculations clearly in your lab report. Unclear calculation will result in deduction of points.

Use assorted devices for all the dilution when applicable and make sure that the devices are very clean to prevent contamination by trace amounts of iron.

Unknown Preparation: Each group of students will obtain an unknown sample, labeled #1 through # 4, from the instructor.

Analysis of Samples:

Follow the instruction for the use of the atomic spectrometer (SpectrAA 220) provided at the end of the Laboratory Manual.

Run your samples in order of least concentrated to most concentrated.

Record the absorbance reading of the unknown sample. If the absorbance is not within the range of the absorbance of the standard solutions, you have to make proper adjustments. Refer to discussion in Exp. # 6-8 (p. 19) for details.

Atomic Absorbance Data:

Concentration of Standard

Absorbance

0.50 ppm

?

1.00 ppm

?

2.00 ppm

?

3.00 ppm

?

5.00 pppm

?

Unknown # ?

?

Treatment of Data:

Calculations to prepare the standard solutions of iron (in ppm).

Please show one sample calculation and then fill out the table below:

Preparation of Standard Solutions

note: 50 mL of each standard solution was preapred

2% nitric acid is used as the solvent to make the dilution.

Concentration of Standard

Volume of of 10 ppm standard used

0.50 ppm

?

1.00 ppm

?

2.00 ppm

?

4.00 ppm

?

5.00 pppm

?

Generate the calibration curve for Fe3+ using the recorded data for the standards. Include the linear regression equation and the coefficient of determination (R2 value).

Insert Calibration Curve below

Determine the concentration of the unknown sample expressed in ppm or mg/L. Account for dilutions if they were required.

NOTE: Report your estimate data with the correct number of significant figures.

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According to the narrator of the Alexander Romance, Alexander the Great’s father

According to the narrator of the Alexander Romance, Alexander the Great’s father is not Philip II but who?

___________________________________________________________________________

Which one of Alexander’s traits bothers Philip?

___________________________________________________________________________

What is the name of Alexander’s mother? What Greek region is she from?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

What is the name of Alexander’s horse? What is the meaning of this speaking name?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

How does Alexander prove that he is the one who will succeed Philip as king?

___________________________________________________________________________

Alexander dismisses emissaries sent by the King of the Earth to collect tribute. What is the name of this king and what empire does he rule?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

What city in Egypt does Alexander found?

___________________________________________________________________________

After the sack of Tyre, more emissaries from Darius meet up with Alexander. In addition to a letter, what three other items do they hand over to him?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

_____________________________________

What emotion does the sun feel while contemplating the battle at Issos?

___________________________________________________________________________

Why do the inhabitants of Abdera claim to have closed their gates to Alexander?

___________________________________________________________________________

In Book 2 Philip the Akarnanian, Alexander’s physician, attempts to poison him.

____ True ____ False

What is the name of the general who writes a letter to Alexander alleging that Philip is going to poison him?

___________________________________________________________________________

What does Alexander do to the Persian dressed as a Macedonian who tries to decapitate him? Why?

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Why does Alexander have branches attached to goats after arriving in Persia?

___________________________________________________________________________

What fairy-tale attribute does the river Stranga possess as Alexander and Darius pass back and forth over it?

___________________________________________________________________________

Before the final great battle with Darius, Alexander uses the image of two sorts of wingèd creature to compare his men to those of Darius. What are these creatures?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

After the final battle, what is Alexander’s reasoning for rejecting Darius’ offer of treasures, suzerainty over various nations, and the like?

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Who was responsible for the death of Darius? Indicate names and titles.

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

Who tells Alexander he is not allowed to tread the Isles of the Blest?

___________________________________________________________________________

What two members of Alexander’s entourage become immortal? How does this come about?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

In Book 3 against what country and what king does Alexander march?

_____________________________________ _____________________________________

What ruse does Alexander employ to come face to face with King Poros before battle?

___________________________________________________________________________

Why does Alexander neglect the battle with Poros’ forces for 20 days?

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Conclude your assignment with a brief analysis of your records, determine the

Conclude your assignment with a brief analysis of your records, determine the affordability of child care to parents, employees and new business opportunities

My proposed childcare Centre will be based in the province of Ontario, Canada. Through history, the sub-urban population comprise young families whose parents are busy working. As such, parental guidance is required to young children. Parents are always ready to find the next available childcare Centre and have their loved young ones bond with their age mates as they work for a better living. The Centre will adhere to all rules and regulations set by the child protection agency. The principle purpose of the Centre is to offer parental guidance and care. The operations of the care Centre seeks to attract children who are above thirty months old. As a mandate to raise an orderly community, the project is supported by all stakeholders. Through the approach of local province government and church leaders, we will manage to obtain subsidy fees and affordable rental premises for the children. The local government will subsidize the fees while the church will give one of unused properties to rent out at an affordable cost.

The charges is based on hourly basis. We project to have 48 children and they will be serviced by five care givers. The Centre will have two cleaners and two cooks. In many occasions, the supervisor will oversee program rollout. All children will participate in daily routine. Through the guidance of Cook, caregivers and supervisor, the children will be trained on cooking, washing of clothes and other routine activities.

Affordability

The monthly charges will be affordable to the parents. The charge out rate for 0 – 18 months old children is $62.5 dollars per month while other categories will be charged at $50 dollars per month. The local provincial government will subsidize 15% of the cost. This will relieve parents off financial burden. The Centre will be open throughout the year. There will be a break on December for half month period. Monthly charges will be based on table below.

Age group

Monthly fee

Rate

Days

0 – 18 months

$ 1,250

$62.5 per day

20 days/month

18 months – 30 months

$ 1,000

$50 per day

20 days/month

30 months – 6 years

$ 1,000

$50 per day

20 days/month

Employee pay

Employees will be paid per hourly charges. 5% retirement fees will be paid by the Centre for the employees and a mandatory training will be offered three times a year. To meet the requirements of employment insurance, the Centre will contribute $889.54 per employee per annum for Employment Insurance (EI) which is maximum premium level set by Canadian benefits authority.

New business opportunity prospects

The Centre, through this affordable program, it will create opportunity for employment both directly and indirectly. Directly through employment of staff to manage the operations. The indirect form will come in two folds, first through suppliers who will sell goods such as groceries to the Centre. The second way will be that, by taking care of young children, their parents can concentrate on other job opportunities and earn more. The profitability position of the Centre gives the owner opportunity to grow to other areas. Also, need to improve facilities and childcare programs will came up once financial resources are pooled together and adequate allocation done to deserving areas. This will create more opportunities for growth.[supanova_question]

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College shou ld get paid

College athletes work very bard to get where they are and make very Little money. College athletes cannot make money because they don’t have much time to do it. They have to train everyday to get better because they want to go to the next level. Their xz scholarships pay for the tuition but not for bills and things. Every other American can make money but athletes don’t have the time. Athletes who play college sports should get paid for playing that college spott because they put a lot of time and effort into the spo1t and don’t have time to make money. College athletes deserve to get pai d way more than they do because they bring lots of money to their campus and they put a lot of effort into what they do.

College athletes should get paid more because they bring a lot of fans to their campus because of them, which brings in more money to their institutions. College athletes should get paid more because after making a lot of money for their school, the athletes barely get anything. They are very bard working athletes and it took them a long time to get where they were.

College athletes can’t even get a job because they have to train eve1yday because they are trying to get better because they want to play. College athletes should be able to get a job

because they are trying to get money so they want to go broke in college. They can’t get a job because their coaches wou ld get mad because they would get in trouble for missing practice. College athletes should get some breaks from practice so they can get pai d and get a job so they want to be stressed about a lot of things. College athletes

Former college athletes urge people to start thinking about paying them. Some of these college atWetes are cashing on the media deals, but that’s not enough. They deserve a lot more. While these athletes are working so hard and putting in the hours to play and get better so they can play in the pro .

They don ‘t get any profit. But all the money coming in through the tickets, concession stands and eve1ything is making so much and the people who run those are making lots of money but the players are not getting anything. People want a change and it is flying to happeo.Thjs has never happened before and if they do this right the players may have chances down the road to get contracts. This could happen because the players will be better and could train more to make the money and wouldn’t have to wony about their regular jobs. You’ve got a multibimon-dollar industry and these players still aren’t getting the money they deserve. The only group that can’t make money l jke any other American are athl etes. They deserve the money because they work for it and need it so they can have some wear to stay.

Tbe athletes also have bi lls and other payments they bave to pay and since they don’t bave a job and can’t make money for playing college sports they can’t pay for those bills. College athletes make nothing fiom playing; they only get the tuition. The tuition only pays for the school stuff Like books and rooms. From Looney, DouglasS. “Cash, check, or charge?” He states that ”We should treat athletes in every way like every other American student.” He means that every other American student bas the opportunities to make money but athletes don’ t because they don’t have any time to do so.They are training and working for hours a day and also bave school on top

of that. Zissou, Rebecca. “Fair play: should college athletes get paid?” She talks about athletes who work just as hard as other Americans and that they should receive a fair day’s pay.

These athletes work all the time and still don’t get paid like other Americans. Athletes need to be paid and deserve the pay because of all the hard work they put in to get where they are.

College athletes work really bard to get where they are and make no pay. College athletes cannot make money because they don’ t have much time to do so. The scholarships pay for the tuition but not for bills and things. Every other American can make money but athletes don’t have the time. Athletes who play college sports should get paid for playing that college spott because they put a lot of time and effort into the spo1t and don’t bave time to make money.

Some people might say that college athletes shouldn’t get paid because they have a scholarship . College athletes work extremely hard to get a scholarship so they shoul d get pai d more. College athletes should get paid more because they bring a lot of attention to their school.

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The Women’s Professional Football Combines and Camps. (Hot Flashes).” Iris: A Journal About

Women,spring 2002, p. 8. Gale Lilerature Resource Center,[supanova_question]

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete

A Critical Analysis Essay on the short story “Shooting an Elephant” by George Orwell. Through a critical lense complete