Creative Activities

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Title: Creative Activities

Introduction: Arts Education includes four separate and distinct disciplines: dance, music, theatre arts, and visual arts – each with its own body of knowledge and skills. Arts education benefits both student and society, because students of the arts disciplines gain powerful tools for:

Assignment:

1. Create a lesson plan the students age will range from 3-8 years old.

2.Be sure it’s creative, age-appropriate, encourages the student to make decisions creatively and solve problems. This activity must consist of art (cutting, gluing, and pasting, marble painting, drawing etc.) or music/movement (making instruments, creating songs/music, dance). 

3. Tell how you involved this child’s family in this activity, what resources were provided for home learning? 

Reflection:

Write a reflection on your learning from your activity by writing a 2-3 paragraph (5-7) sentences) summary by using the following questions.

What form of art did you choose to do with the child (Art or music)?  Why? 

What was the objective of this activity?  Was the objective achieved, why or why not?

Describe how this activity was conducted.

Explain what materials were used in completing this activity, what adaptions, strategies or technology were used? 

Was this an individual activity or group activity?

How did this activity support the designated child’s needs?

How did you assess the child to determine that he/she would be able to participate in the activity?  

Self Evaluation: 

What worked well for you doing this activity?

What would you have done differently?

In what ways did you encourage your designated student for a positive outcome?

What did you learn from the classroom teacher?

What are your plans for making improvements?

What research in the area of Early Childhood did you use to support the appropriateness of this activity?  

  Grading Criteria:

See attached rubric

3PAGE PHILOSOPHY ESSAY. DUE IN 30 HOURS. FOLLOW INSTRUCTION STRICTLY!!

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Essay Assignment: Topics and Instructions 

NB: Before starting your essay, you should read this entire document as well as the information in the ‘Essay Assignments: Grading Criteria and Helpful Information’ folder found in Unit 5. 

Choose one of the topics below. 

Topic 1: Utilitarianism, the trolley problem, and Stowaway; you will need access to Netflix if you choose this topic. 

The trolley problem is a well-known utilitarian dilemma, and the movie Stowaway, on Netflix, is a twist on this classic problem. Though we will not be covering utilitarianism until Unit 8, you can skip ahead to that reading if you wish to write on this topic. If you choose this topic, you should do the following: 

  • Watch the movie Stowaway on Netflix (it’s a really good movie!).
  • Read section H, Utilitarianism, in Chapter 8 (this is assigned reading for Unit 8, so, it won’t be extra reading for you).
  • Look at the trolley problem forum thread in Unit 8 and watch the 2 short video clips provided there.
  • Write an essay that explores the utilitarian approach to the trolley problem and discusses how the film creates a different ‘trolley problem’ dilemma. In addition to discussing specific points from the film, your essay must include reference to/discussion of at least one reading from section H in chapter 8 our text as well as at least one reference to/discussion of an article/entry in eitherThe Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy or The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, through quotation and/or paraphrase. 
  • Your objective for this essay is to explain to your reader what the trolley problem is, what utilitarianism is, and how the film presents a version of the trolley problem; feel free to also give your opinion on how a utilitarian would respond to the dilemma posed in the film.

Video link for the trolley problem for TOPIC 1:

Video 1 – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fs0E69krO_Q&t=2s

Video 2- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtRhrfhP5b4&t=1s

Regardless of the topic you choose, your essay must include the following: 

  • A heading done according to MLA
  • An original title
  • An introductory paragraph that contains your thesis (see this VERY helpful advice onhow to write your intro/begin your essay, and if you are unsure of how to write a thesis, read this advice on developing a thesis) 
  • Body paragraphs that develop and support your thesis (here is some excellent advice on how to structurebody paragraphs) 
  • A minimum of 3 full pages (your works cited page doesn’t count as a page)
  • A conclusion (see this VERY helpful advice onhow to conclude your essay) 
  • A MLA works cited page that includes all sources referenced in your essay.

Your essay should be double-spaced, in Times New Roman 12 point font; your paper should be written in Standard English and done in MLA format. To submit your paper, click on ‘Essay Assignment’ in the Unit 5 folder. You should attach a file that can be opened with Microsoft Word (doc or docx); do not submit a pdf or type in the submission box. 

Any instance of plagiarism will be punished by a minimum of an F on the assignment and a report to the associate dean of the humanities division. Further punishment could include failure in the course, suspension, or expulsion.

In addition to the above specifications, your essay should meet the essay requirements listed below topic 2. 

Topic 2: Philosophy Bites Podcast 

Here is a blurb about the podcast from Wikipedia: “Philosophy Bites is a podcast series featuring philosophers being interviewed for 15–20 minutes on a specific topic. The series, which has been running since 2007, is hosted by Nigel Warburton, freelance lecturer, and David Edmonds…The podcast has been one of the 20 most downloaded series in the United States and has over 34 million downloads. 

If you choose this topic, you should do the following:

  • Choose one of the podcast episodes that is on a topic of interest to you; use this thematically organized list of the podcast episodes to choose an episode you want to write about; you may want to listen to a few before deciding on one. 
  • Write an essay that summarizes the podcast episode and discusses your reason for interest in this topic. In addition to discussing the podcast, your essay must include reference to/discussion of at least one reading from our text that relates to the topic of the podcast episode, as well as at least one reference to/discussion of an article/entry (also related to the podcast episode) in eitherThe Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy or The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, through quotation and/or paraphrase. 
  • Your objective for this essay is to inform your reader about whatever concept/topic/philosopher/problem is discussed in the podcast, as well as to discuss your own interest in this topic.

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 it is a priority that students are provided with strong educational programs and courses that allow them to be servant-leaders in their disciplines and communities, linking research with practice and knowledge with ethical decision-making. This assignment is a written assignment where you will demonstrate how this course research has connected and put into practice within your own career.

Assignment:

Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages double spaced) of how the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course (Cloud computing ) have been applied or could be applied, in a practical manner to your current work environment. If you are not currently working, share times when you have or could observe these theories and knowledge could be applied to an employment opportunity in your field of study. 

Additional Requirements:

  • Provide a 500 word (or 2 pages double spaced) minimum reflection (NO TITLE PAGE NEEDED)
  • DO NOT USE OUTSIDE SOURCES OR REFERENCES
  • Share a personal connection that identifies specific knowledge and theories from this course
  • Demonstrate a connection to your current work environment. If you are not employed, demonstrate a connection to your desired work environment.
  • You should NOT provide an overview of the assignments assigned in the course. The assignment is to reflect how the knowledge and skills obtained through meeting course objectives were applied or could be applied in the workplace.

NEED POWERPOINT IN 15 HOURS or LESS PLAGIARISM FREE

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When a health care professional or health care organization causes injury to a patient through negligence and or omission, it is called medical malpractice.

For this assignment, you will need to find an example of a recent malpractice case (something within the last 5 years) and provide the following information in a PowerPoint presentation:

  • 1) Give the case a title.
  • 2) Write an outline of the basic facts of the case.
  • 3) Identify one or more problems in the case that need to be addressed and why these might be important. What legal risks are associated with these problems?
  • 4) What could the physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in the case have done to avoid being sued?
  • 5) Discuss the outcome of the case.
  • 6) Do you agree with the outcome? Why, or why not?

Your presentation should consist of at least eight slides, not counting the title and references slides.

PowerPoint Requirements:

Include a title slide.

  1. Use short bullet points for each slide.
  2. Add two or more graphics and a table or graph if appropriate.
  3. All graphics must be cited.
  4. Include Speaker Notes so that the information on the slide contains simple bulleted phrases and the notes expand on those bullets with complete sentences as if you would use them in an oral      presentation.
  5. Include a reference slide with at least four references.

The Online Library’s Nexis Uni database contains court cases and would, therefore, be a great place to search for malpractice cases. The video linked below provides guidance on how to search in Nexis Uni.

Benchmark – Risk Management Program Analysis – Part Two

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The purpose of this assignment is to analyze how an organization’s quality and improvement processes contribute to its risk management program.

This assignment builds on the Risk Management Program Analysis – Part One assignment you completed in Topic 1 of this course.

Assume that the sample risk management program you analyzed in Topic 1 was implemented and is now currently in use by your health care employer/organization. Further assume that your supervisor has asked you to create a high‐level summary brief of this new risk management program to share with a group of administrative personnel from a newly created community health organization in your state who has enlisted your organization’s assistance in developing their own risk management policies and procedures.

Compose a 1,250‐1,500 word summary brief that expands upon the elements you first addressed in the Topic 1 assignment. In this summary brief, address the following points regarding your health care organization and its risk management program:

  1. Explain the role of your organization’s MIPPA-approved accreditation body (e.g., JC, ACR, IAC) in the evaluation of your institution’s quality improvement and risk management processes.
  2. Describe the roles that different levels of administrative personnel play in healthcare ethics and establishing or sustaining employer/employee-focused organizational risk management strategies and operational policies.
  3. Illustrate how your organization’s risk management and compliance programs support ethical standards, patient consent, and patient rights and responsibilities.
  4. Explain the legal and ethical responsibilities health care professionals face in upholding risk management policies and administering safe health care at your organization.
  5. Relate how your organization’s quality improvement processes support and contribute to its overall journey to excellence.

In addition to your textbook, you are required to support your analysis with a minimum of three peer‐reviewed references.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Annual Human Resources Operating Plan: Google, INC.

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The strategic plan of a company or organization drives the writing of the operating plans of every department, and once written, based on that strategic plan,  operating plans drive the direction of each department’s planned work in supporting their organization while maintaining alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and its business strategies.

This week you begin finalizing an Annual Human Resources Operating Plan for the organization you chose in Week 1, pulling in content already written in previous assignments. 

On the template for this week, the sequence and numbering of Key Section Headings cannot be altered. On the other hand, the template contains detailed instructions for each section, which, after reading, you should delete all these prompts and instructions.

To complete this Assignment, populate EACH SECTION HEADING (1-6) of the modified Annual Human Resources Operating Plan for the Human Resource Department/Division Google template creating an academic introduction that draws upon your assigned/academic readings in this course to create context for any reader of this plan.

Complete the following:

  • Based on the work you have done to date – the brief research on the organization from Week 1, together with required weekly course readings – write an academic introduction for each Key Section (1-6 Section Headings) and for 1.1. 1.2, 4.1, and 4.2 Sub-Headings using the Week 5 Template.  

The template of Google’s AHROP has been started. PLEASE USE THE TEMPLATE!

What is the distribution of the cross-sectional area of a reinforced-concrete column which is a) A square with equal sides

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each equal to a random variable Z with a lognormal distribution with the following parameters: median m and standard deviation of its logarithm lnZ? b) A “random square” with sides Z1 and Z2

Critical Thinking (Rok)

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Assignment 2: Problem Solving
Due Week 9 and worth 150 points

When faced with a problem, what do you do to solve it? This assignment asks you to apply a six-step to problem solving process to a specific problem scenario. You will write a paper that presents a synthesis of your ideas about solving the problem using this systematic approach. As Voltaire said, “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.”

Choose one (1) of the problem scenarios as a topic choice for your paper (Note: Your professor must approve your topic choice before you begin work on the assignment.)

Scenario 1: You have worked at your company for eleven (11) years. You have returned to college to earn a Bachelor’s degree in order to increase your chances for a promotion. You are nearly finished with your degree, when a supervisor’s position in a competing company becomes available in another state. The start date is in two (2) weeks, during your final exam period for your courses. The position offers a $15,000 per year salary increase, a car allowance, and relocation expenses. Your former supervisor works for the company and is recommending you for the position based on your outstanding job performance; if you want the job, it’s yours. All of the other supervisors at this level in the company have Master’s degrees, so you know that you would be expected to earn your Bachelor’s degree and continue on to a Master’s degree. Your present company offers tuition reimbursement, but the new company does not.

Scenario 2: Your child comes home from school with an assignment sheet for a school project. He / she is very excited about the project and begins work immediately, doing research on the Internet and gathering materials. You read over the assignment sheet and notice that your child is not including all of the required items in the project, and you have some ideas for how to improve the quality of the presentation. You recently read an article in a parenting magazine about the importance of a child developing responsibility for his/ her own learning. You recall the many ways in which your parents took over your school projects. You, on the other hand, want to encourage your child’s confidence in his / her ability to complete a project independently. The next day, you are at the grocery store when you see a parent of a student in your child’s class. That parent has spent over $30 in supplies for the science project and is taking a day off of work to put the pieces of the project together.

Scenario 3: You have two jobs, one during the week from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and one on Saturday from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. You are taking two classes, one that meets from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, and one class online. You have two kids, one who plays soccer, and one who is in band. You have two elderly parents who no longer drive. You have two siblings, one who lives two (2) miles away, and one who lives in another state. You have two (2) papers due in your classes the same week that one (1) of your children has a soccer tournament, and the other child has a band concert. You are coaching the soccer team, and you are in charge of fundraising for the band. You have a goal to complete your degree in two (2) years. Your doctor tells you that your blood pressure, your cholesterol, and your weight are too high and recommends several medications that cost you nearly $200 per month after your insurance co-pay.

Scenario 4: You are a sales representative for a company that encourages staff to log time in the field and away from the office. You are expected to begin and end your day at the office. You notice that each day when you arrive and return another co-worker is already there, and you wonder whether this person spends most of his / her time at the office. At your weekly sales meeting, you are informed of your co-workers’ outstanding sales performance. You suspect that this co-worker is spending more time flattering the boss instead of working leads in the field, and as a result is getting the best client referrals. Your own sales numbers have steadily decreased since this other sales representative was hired.

Scenario 5: Professor’s Choice – problem scenario presented by your professor.

Scenario 6: Student’s Choice – Problem scenario presented by you.

Review the six-step problem solving process outlined in the webtext, based on the article “The Problem Solving Process” located at http://www.gdrc.org/decision/problem-solve.html:

  • Step One: Define the problem
  • Step Two: Analyze the problem
  • Step Three: Generate options
  • Step Four: Evaluate options
  • Step Five: Make your decision
  • Step Six: Implement and reflect

Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:

  1. Define the problem in the scenario that you have chosen.
  2. Analyze the problem in the scenario.
  3. Generate options for solving the problem in the scenario.
  4. Evaluate the options for solving the problem.
  5. Decide on the best option for solving the problem.
  6. Explain how you will implement the decision made and reflect on whether this option was the most effective.

The paper should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:

  • Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.
  • Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.
  • Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • This course requires use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The format is different than other Strayer University courses. Please take a moment to review the SWS documentation for details.
  • Based on the guidelines in SWS, “A well-researched assignment has at least as many sources as pages.” Therefore, since this assignment requires you to write at least 4-5 pages, you should include at least 4-5 references.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Recognize the hindrances to the decision-making process in order to apply problem-solving skills to a variety of situations.
  • Create written work utilizing the concepts of critical thinking.
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in critical thinking skills and informal logic.

NURS-6050N Assignment 1

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Assignment: Agenda Comparison Grid and Fact Sheet or Talking Points Brief

It may seem to you that healthcare has been a national topic of debate among political leaders for as long as you can remember.

Healthcare has been a policy item and a topic of debate not only in recent times but as far back as the administration of the second U.S. president, John Adams. In 1798, Adams signed legislation requiring that 20 cents per month of a sailor’s paycheck be set aside for covering their medical bills. This represented the first major piece of U.S. healthcare legislation, and the topic of healthcare has been woven into presidential agendas and political debate ever since.

As a healthcare professional, you may be called upon to provide expertise, guidance and/or opinions on healthcare matters as they are debated for inclusion into new policy. You may also be involved in planning new organizational policy and responses to changes in legislation. For all of these reasons you should be prepared to speak to national healthcare issues making the news.

In this Assignment, you will analyze recent presidential healthcare agendas. You also will prepare a fact sheet to communicate the importance of a healthcare issue and the impact on this issue of recent or proposed policy.

To Prepare:

  • Review the agenda priorities of the current/sitting U.S. president and the two previous presidential administrations.
  • Select an issue related to healthcare that was addressed by each of the last three U.S. presidential administrations.
  • Reflect on the focus of their respective agendas, including the allocation of financial resources for addressing the healthcare issue you selected.
  • Consider how you would communicate the importance of a healthcare issue to a legislator/policymaker or a member of their staff for inclusion on an agenda.

The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Comparison Grid, 1-Page Analysis, and 1-page narrative) with a title page, an introduction, purpose statement, and a conclusion. This is an APA paper.

Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid

Use the Agenda Comparison Grid Template found in the Learning Resources and complete the Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid based on the current/sitting U.S. president and the two previous presidential administrations and their agendas related to the public health concern you selected. Be sure to address the following:

  • Identify and provide a brief description of the population health concern you selected and the factors that contribute to it.
  • Describe the administrative agenda focus related to the issue you selected.
  • Identify the allocations of financial and other resources that the current and two previous presidents dedicated to this issue.
  • Explain how each of the presidential administrations approached the issue.
  • At least 3 resources must be used

Part 2: Agenda Comparison Grid Analysis

Using the information you recorded in Part 1: Agenda Comparison Grid on the template, complete the Part 2: Agenda Comparison Grid Analysis portion of the template, by addressing the following:

  • Which administrative agency would most likely be responsible for helping you address the healthcare issue you selected?
  • How do you think your selected healthcare issue might get on the agenda for the current and two previous presidents? How does it stay there?
  • Who would you choose to be the entrepreneur/ champion/sponsor of the healthcare issue you selected for the current and two previous presidents?

Part 3: Narrative

Using the information recorded on the template in Parts 1 and 2, develop a 1-page narrative that you could use to communicate with a policymaker/legislator or a member of their staff for this healthcare issue. Be sure to address the following:

  • Summarize why this healthcare issue is important and should be included in the agenda for legislation.
  • Justify the role of the nurse in agenda setting for healthcare issues.
  • The response fully integrates at least 2 outside resources and 2-3 course specific resources that fully supports the summary provided.

Paper #4

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 Chapter 5. Portfolio Management—Project Screening and Selection

Initial Postings: Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion.

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

  1. Identify a project that you are planning to pursue either at home or at work. List all of the components, decision points, and chance events. What is the measure of success for the project? Assuming that there is more than one measure, how can you reconcile them?
  2. In which type of projects does risk play a predominant role? What can be done to mitigate the attendant risks? Pick a specific project and discuss.

[Your post must be substantive and demonstrate insight gained from the course material. Postings must be in the student’s own words – do not provide quotes!] [Your initial post should be at least 450+ words and in APA format (including Times New Roman with font size 12 and double spaced). 

Post the actual body of your paper in the discussion thread then attach a Word version of the paper for APA review] 

Question#2:

 Three new-product ideas have been suggested. These ideas have been shown in the attached pdf file – Question 2. 

  1. Using an equal point spread for all five ratings (i.e., P = 1 ,  F = 2 ,  G = 3 ,  VG = 4 ,  E = 5 P=1, F=2, G=3, VG=4, E=5), determine a weighted score for each product idea. What is the ranking of the three products?
  2. Rank the criteria, compute the rank-sum weights, and determine the score for each alternative. Do the same using the rank reciprocal weights.
  3. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of this method of product selection?