Instructions for this discussion topic

Review each of the following resources and respond to the questions posed below.

Overview of the historical impact of technology

• Kelly, K. (2009).Technology’s epic story. Available at: http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/kevin_kelly_tells_technology_s_epic_story.html
• Diamond, J. (May 1, 1987). The worst mistake in the history of the human race. Discover Magazine, 64-66. Available at: https://www.discovermagazine.com/planet-earth/the-worst-mistake-in-the-history-of-the-human-race

Some technologies that have helped to change the world

• Anthony, D. W. (1994). Moving life forward. Faces (07491387), 11(1), 14. Available at: http://ezproxy.umgc.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=9410050431&site=eds-live&scope=site
• Popular Mechanics (n.d.). 101 Gadgets that changed the world. Available at: http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/gadgets/reviews/101-gadgets-that-changed-the-world#slide-1
• 30 Inventions that Changed the World Forever. Available at: https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/gadgets/30-inventions-that-changed-the-world-forever/ss-AAm2Wk3

Discussion questions:

1)      Based on the resources provided above, how would you define technology? Be sure to use your own words!

2)      What are some of the key points made by Kevin Kelly regarding the role of technology in the evolution of humanity? Do you agree with his main arguments? Why or why not?

3)      According to Diamond, what is the worst mistake in the history of the human race? What does this mistake have to do with technology and society?

4)      What do you think are the top 3 most important technologies of all time? Justify your choices.

5)      What is your own favorite technology? Explain your choice.

A

1. Read the article The-Fastest-Growing-Cause-for-Shareholders-is-Sustainability (attached).
2. In your opinion, does it pay to be socially responsible?
3. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages for a company that pursues a sustainability strategy?
4. How could a manager’s attitude toward social responsibility affect the company’s strategy?
5. What is your position on social responsibility, are you for it or against it, why?

You should submit:

• A word document with your responses
• Make reference to material covered  (article, textbook, websites, etc., cite at least two different sources)
• Each response should be between 1 to 2 paragraphs.
• Format using APA style, and include any sources you cite in a reference page.
• Must have into and conclusion

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B 

Instructions:

1. Develop an existing organizational chart for Nike, Inc. located in case 20. Follow the guidelines described in the chapter when developing the organizational chart.
2. Evaluate the existing organizational chart of Nike. What do you especially like and dislike about the company’s organizational chart?
3. Develop a new and improved organizational chart for Nike. You may want to change up the list given, adding and deleting positions as you deem necessary as well as changing certain titles to ensure adherence to the chapter guidelines and dos and don’ts in devising organizational charts.

• NOT A PAPER so no need for intro and conclusion just make sure to answer the questions in a couple paragraphs

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C 

1. According to your textbook, the strategy-evaluation process consists of three basic activities:

• Examine the underlying bases of a firm’s strategy.
• Compare expected results with actual results.
• Take corrective actions to ensure that performance conforms to the plan.

1. Which of the three strategy-evaluation activities do you think is most critical to be performed well? Why?

• NOT A PAPER so no need for intro and conclusion just make sure to answer the questions in a couple paragraphs

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In this assignment, you will develop a discussion post that addresses the following questions, and then post this in The Commons area. Then, you will read at least two other posts and you are encouraged to comment on them.

1. How might you build a library of ethical resources for yourself? What resources might you include and why?
2. Who would you go to for challenging ethical concerns (you do not need to provide actual names, just the role or where you might look (i.e., a member of your network, a mentor where you work, etc.). If you have not yet identified people who might be valuable as a resource for ethical issues, explain how you might build such a network of connections.
3. In this week’s materials, you read about a number of historical studies that served as the impetus for developing and refining the ethical standards. How might knowing the past help you in your ethical efforts? Is your work done or can you strengthen your ethical guidelines (offer your thoughts on why or how) as we move forward?

Submit a copy of the post you made to The Commons and a brief explanation of your experience in reading other’s posts. Identify one new idea you gleaned from the experience.

Length: 650-750 words

 Submit a 500-750 word referenced reflection on what you feel were the key items covered during the week and how they might apply to your present or future education, life, or ministry. This is a very important part of the learning experience each week and should contain significant reflection on what you have learned.
Specifically, you should report on:

1. What significant insights did I gain this week?
2. How did what I learned affect my thinking about this week’s topic?
3. What previous experiences relate to what I read and learned?
4. How will I use (or have I used) this knowledge in my work, ministry, or life?
5. What could I additionally learn or explore about this week’s topic?

The above five (5) weekly reflection questions are independent of each other, meaning that your response to each question may or may not be a continued discussion of the previous question. It is possible to have five (5) entirely different responses to five (5) different aspects of what you learned this week.To score well, the reflection must make reference to the assigned reading (including parenthetical references), will include suggested real-world manifestations of the course material, and will include a plan for implementing the material in a personal and/or professional setting. Adhere to the following for this assignment: 

 This week’s video introduces you to the Hernandez family. Juan and Elena Hernandez are mandated to attend parenting classes. As part of the parenting classes, they are required to participate in both a pretest (taken before classes begin) and a posttest (taken after classes end). Pretests and posttests can yield very useful information. They can measure the learning that has or has not taken place as a result of the education being provided. For this Discussion, imagine what kinds of questions would be on a pretest and posttest for this particular study sample (the parents who are taking parenting classes).

By Day 5

Post your explanation of what you think the social workers wanted to know when they designed the pre/posttest for evaluating the parenting classes. Be sure to address the concept of attrition and whether or not you believe they took that into account. Be sure to explain why. Then, analyze potential lessons learned from attrition. Finally, explain how you might design a study to gather data about the effectiveness of these parenting classes. Use the following questions to focus your thinking:

• Would you recommend a pre-experimental, experimental, or quasi-experimental design?
• Would the study involve measurement over time?
• Would there be a control group?
• In this group research design you imagine, what or who will be compared?
• What limitations in terms of generalizability and internal validity can you anticipate based on the research plan you envision?
• What can you tell the social worker about the issue of client drop out (also called attrition or experimental mortality)?
• If there is no control group, what type of research design could answer the question: Is this parent training class effective in reducing abusive parenting practices?