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  • Developmental Psychology Assignment: Connecting Research and Personal Experiences

    When answering the question, make sure to include information that indicates you have read, watched, or listened to the correct material. This can be a summary of what you watched or direct quotes about what you listened to; please make sure to cite where necessary.  
    We have already reviewed much of this information in class; however, some we will review later in the semester. This assignment has four questions. To receive full credit, answer each question and all sub-questions clearly and concisely. Write in complete sentences. Each question requires between 3 and 5 sentences and no more than 10 sentences. 
    Complete this assignment in a Word document and upload it via Canvas. Please let me know if you have any questions.
    The page numbers correspond with the textbook (https://dept.clcillinois.edu/psy/LifespanDevelopment.pdf). 
    Using pages 101-105 and these videos. (25 Points)
    Explain Harlows’ research and its connection with Mary Ainsworth’s Strange Situation and the development of human infants and children.

    Chapter pages 85-88 and these videos. (25 Points)
    What kind of change did Piaget suggest we go through? Continuous or Discontinuous? 
    Connect that information with what you watched on the video and your personal experiences with children.

    Schooling, Culture, and Society page 134-136. Read over early education. (25 Points)
    Describe/define what is Early Education and the purpose of early education?
    Watch and summarize the video. Explain the benefits/drawbacks of early childhood education.
    How would you explain this to someone who has not worked with children or does not know anything about the topic?

    Read pages 8-10 pages. Many of you are taking this class to become health care professionals. One of the topics which we have addressed several times in different ways throughout the semester is SES and health. I have included an article and video that should provide a refresher. (25 Points)
    Read over this article and summarize. https://www.apa.org/pi/ses/resources/publications/work-stress-health
    Watch this video and summarize. How can you use what you know from this class to be a better health professional?

  • Title: Ethical Dilemmas and Triage in Healthcare Emergency Preparedness and Response 1. Reaction to Hastening Death of Patients during Hurricane Katrina: My initial reaction to the doctors hastening the death of their patients during Hurricane Katrina is one

    Follow the link below and view the video. https://youtu.be/nKs7MlmEzuY
    PrepTalks: Triage, Ethics, and Operations – Healthcare Emergency Preparedness and ResponseLinks to an external site.
    Then, answer the following questions.
    The first case that Dr. Sheri Fink discusses is the one involving the ethical actions of health care professionals during Hurricane Katrina. As you listen to the case answer:
    What is your reaction to the doctors hastening the death of their patients?
    Do you think that they should have been indicted?
    The second case is related to the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey in Houston, TX, where residents experienced tremendous flooding. Dr. Fink specifically mentions Casey, who is a 38 yr. old married woman with two children. As you listen to the case answer:
    What is your reaction to the 911 calls?
    Do you agree with the triage decision made by the call center? Why or why not?
    What are your key takeaways from the video?
    Support your claims with peer-reviewed references.
    Format: 
    Submit in Word document. You may number your answers and include citations where necessary. 
    Include an APA formatted reference page. 

  • PART 1: Artwork Discussion – Charles White (drawing focus) The artwork being discussed is a charcoal drawing by artist Charles White. It depicts a man and a woman sitting side by side, with the man looking down and the woman looking directly Visual Analysis of Bobbie Burgers’ “Floral Explosion” Bobbie Burgers’ “Floral Explosion” is a vibrant and dynamic painting that showcases her mastery of the painting medium. Based on what I see, I believe the painting

    Directions answer parts 1, 2 & 3 in separate paragraphs
    PART 1:
    Artwork Discussion – 
    Charles White (drawing focus)
    https://unioncc.instructure.com/courses/54797/files/10602622/preview
    Since this is an appreciation of art and visual literacy course, I will often be posting artwork for the class to analyze, interpret and discuss. This week we learned about drawing on a deeper level and were introduced to a variety of drawing-related mediums. I want the class to spend some time considering what we learned this week in application to the artwork below. 
    Write a few sentences about the artwork and answer the below questions:
    Please elaborate on the artistic medium. This week we completed a detailed introduction to DRAWING. This is the first of many chapters to come focusing on a single artistic medium. Perform a detailed analysis to include the below inquiry areas:
    Do you think this is drawn with dry or fluid materials? (Dry or Fluid)
    What drawing medium do you believe it is? Consider all of the specific types introduced in this chapter: Dry – metalpoint, pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, chalk, pastel, or crayon? Fluid – Ink pens or ink brushes? Once you’ve decided, explain how you know based on what you see.
    What surface materials do you think were used based on what you see?
    What implements were used? 
    In previous chapters, we discussed three types of lines used for shading in drawings – hatching, crosshatching, and stippling. Which one/s do you see here? Please describe where you see it and whether you see multiple examples of styles or just one. 
    Please spend some time thinking about the formal components of this artwork (Chapters 1-6: Line, Shape, Color, Value, Texture, Space, Time, Motion, etc.)
    Based on the answers above, describe how that impacts the texture of the artwork. Reflect back to the chapter on texture and/or visit the attached file for specific inquiry areas.
    Attached below the discussion guidelines section, you will find a “visual analysis guide.” Each week, prior to this one, we did a formal analysis of the art through the lens of the chapter’s focus areas. For the rest of the semester, things will be less guided. You will use the attached guide as a review to all the new terms and areas covered, and I want you to choose (2) major areas to focus on and discuss here. Instead of me telling you “analyze this artwork for line”, for example, your challenge will be to understand what elements of art and principles of design are most applicable and interesting when considering the artwork identified for discussion. This will help you transition to talking about art at museums and galleries much more naturally. Enjoy the challenge! This is also great prep for the final exam.
    What art category is this and why? Realism, Expressionism, Abstraction, or nonobjective
    What is the subject of this artwork (the noun/the what)?
    What is the content/concept of this artwork (the ideas and intellectual interpretations)?  
    [ Hints – The following are additional questions to get you thinking but they do not need to be individually answered: What ideas do you think this artist is trying to express about the subject? What is the intellectual interpretation? What cultural concepts are being expressed? Feminism? Racial identity? Gender identity? Sexuality? Are there historical references – which ones? Is there symbolism or iconography? Think about the subject in relation to the elements of art and principles of design we’ve been learning about this semester. 
    PART 2
    Please watch these two art demonstration videos and write a few sentences about the below inquiry areas:
    Fresco demo video        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cej4Ggq5nQI
    Encaustic demo video        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaPs4Wf8VcA
    What are your reactions and thoughts about the creative process of Fresco? Encaustic?
    Which medium do you personally find more compelling and why? 
    Which medium do you think would be easier to work within and why? 
    Of all the mediums discussed in this chapter, which one do you personally find the most compelling and why? Fresco, encaustic, tempera, oil, acrylic, watercolor, spray paint, and mixed media. 
    PART 3:
    Bobbie Burgers (painting focus)
    Since this is an appreciation of art and visual literacy course, I will often be posting artwork for the class to analyze, interpret and discuss. This week we learned about painting on a deeper level and were introduced to a variety of painting-related mediums. I want the class to spend some time considering what we learned this week in application to the artwork below. 
    Please watch this studio visit video with Bobbie Burgers https://vimeo.com/612766472Links to an external site., and then write a few sentences about the artwork.
    Please elaborate on the artistic medium. This week we completed a detailed introduction to PAINTING. Perform a detailed analysis to include the below inquiry areas:
    What painting medium do you believe it is? Consider all of the specific types introduced in this chapter: fresco, encaustic, tempera, oil, acrylic, watercolor, spray paint, and mixed media. Once you’ve decided, explain how you know based on what you see. 
    What surface materials do you think were used based on what you see?
    What implements were used? 
    What do you think about her creative process? (There is no wrong answer)
    Please spend some time thinking about the formal components of this artwork (Chapters 1-6: Line, Shape, Color, Value, Texture, Space, Time, Motion, etc.)
    Based on the answers above, describe how that impacts the texture of the artwork. Reflect back to the chapter on texture and/or visit the attached file for specific inquiry areas.
    Attached below in the discussion guidelines section, you will find a “visual analysis guide.” Each week, prior to this one, we did a formal analysis of the art through the lens of the chapter’s focus areas. For the rest of the semester, things will be less guided. You will use the attached guide as a review to all the new terms and areas covered, and I want you to choose (2) major areas to focus on and discuss here. Instead of me telling you “analyze this artwork for line”, for example, your challenge will be to understand what elements of art and principles of design are most applicable and interesting when considering the artwork identified for discussion. This will help you transition to talking about art at museums and galleries much more naturally. Enjoy the challenge! This is also great prep for the final exam.
    What art category is this and why? Realism, Expressionism, Abstraction, or nonobjective
    What is the subject of this artwork (the noun/the what)?
    What is the content/concept of this artwork (the ideas and intellectual interpretations)?  
    [ Hints – The following are additional questions to get you thinking but they do not need to be individually answered: What ideas do you think this artist is trying to express about the subject? What is the intellectual interpretation? What cultural concepts are being expressed? Feminism? Racial identity? Gender identity? Sexuality? Are there historical references – which ones? Is there symbolism or iconography? Think about the subject in relation to the elements of art and principles of design we’ve been learning about this semester. 

  • “Investigating the Impact of Vaccines, Antimicrobials, and Microbial Diseases: A Comprehensive Analysis of Influences, Effects, and Outcomes”

    Instructions
    The Term Paper should exam the influences, effects and outcomes of a vaccine, an antimicrobial or a disease caused by a microorganism. The paper must incorporate research, data and information from the CDC, WHO, and literary sources. A minimum of five credible references must be utilized in the paper. Each student must research and report on a different vaccine, antimicrobial or disease.
    The paper must be typed with 1” margins, double spacing and a 12-point Times Roman font. The paper should also include a reference list. The American Psychological Association format must also be utilized for the paper. The paper should be between five and seven pages in length (not including cover page, abstract, references, exhibits, etc.).  The paper must be submitted through Canvas in order for the paper to be uploaded to Turnitin®.

  • Title: The Historical Evolution of Cryptography: From Mechanical to Digital Encryption

    In a 6-8 page paper, discuss the historical evolution of cryptography and how the practice of cryptology has adapted to evolving technologies. What is the difference between encryption in the 1930’s vs. the 1970s to today? Include a discussion of the transition from mechanical to digital encryption methods/technologies and the impact upon modern communications. Develop the paper in accordance with APA formatting. Paper must include 3-5 references, and also must include at least 3 figures or graphs (embedded images are fine, but please keep them to a reasonable size).  No cover page or abstract is required.

  • Title: Ethical Issues and Responsibilities in Nurse Practitioner Practice As a nurse practitioner, there are various ethical issues that may arise in the course of providing care to patients. Three examples of these ethical issues include informed consent, end-of-life care

    Due Thursday
    Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:
    What are 3 examples of types of ethical issues you might face as a nurse practitioner?
    How would you respond to each of the issues you listed in terms of your practice decision?
    How might you apply the concepts of privacy and confidentiality to clinical practice as a nurse practitioner?
    Give one example of an APRN’s “duty to warn.”

  • Title: “CPR Education for Teenagers and Young Adults: A Community Action Plan”

    ·       Write a 1250-1500 word essay of the developed action plan
    for a community educational project. Be sure to completely answer all the
    questions for each bullet point. Separate each section in your paper with a clear
    heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in
    that section of your paper. Support your ideas with at least three sources in
    your essay. Make sure to reference the citations using the APA writing style
    for the essay. The cover page and reference page do not count toward the minimum
    word amount. Review the rubric criteria for this assignment.
    The project plan should include:
    ·       Two (2) goals and objectives based on your topic from
    Healthy People 2030,
    o  
    My topic is about CPR
    education on teenagers and young adults
    o  
    Use this as a
    reference: https://health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/browse-objectives/emergency-preparedness/increase-rate-bystander-cpr-non-traumatic-cardiac-arrests-prep-01
    §  One objective is to Increase the rate of bystander CPR for non-traumatic cardiac
    arrests — PREP‑01
    ·       Implementation plan for implementing these activities,
    ·       Justification for the project,
    ·       Description of where and when the plan will be
    implemented,
    ·       Description of the teaching materials which will be
    utilized during the execution of the project.
    o  
    I will be using a
    powerpoint presentation. I will use demonstration videos and sample scenarios. I
    will also do a demonstration on how to do CPR. I might also hand out wallet
    sizes cards about CPR guidelines.
    ·       Recommend nursing actions/interventions to improve the
    health concern and achieve your stated goals and objectives. Discuss potential
    public and private partnerships that could be formed to implement your recommendations
    ·       Create a timeline (i.e. three (3) months, six (6) months)
    for potential expected outcomes.

  • Title: The Importance of Folk Medicine Practices and Cultural Competence in Healthcare for African Americans and Mexican Americans in Rural Settings

    After studying Module 1: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following:
    Describe the importance of folk medicine practices and folk healers to African Americans in the rural setting. 
    Mrs. M., a Mexican American who just gave birth, tells the nurse not to include certain foods on her meal tray because her mother told her to avoid those foods while breastfeeding. The nurse tells her that she doesn’t have to avoid any foods and should eat whatever she desires. What concept does this demonstrate? 
    Describe at least two communication barriers encountered by non-Navajo nurses when providing care to Navajo clients. 
    Submission Instructions:
    Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted, and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.  Your initial post is worth 8 points.
    You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points (1 point per response.) 
    Incorporate a minimum of 2 current (published within the last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work. Journal articles should be referenced according to the current APA style (the online library has an abbreviated version of the APA Manual).
    Please post your initial response by 11:59 PM ET Thursday, and comment on the posts of two classmates by 11:59 PM ET Sunday.
    Late work policies, expectations regarding proper citations, acceptable means of responding to peer feedback, and other expectations are at the discretion of the instructor.
    You can expect feedback from the instructor within 48 to 72 hours from the Sunday due date.

  • Title: The Importance of Embracing a Policy Leadership Role in Social Work Practice

    Policy practice refers to the skills and strategies of those
    who seek to modify policies at all levels of social work practice, whereas
    policy advocacy describes efforts to change policies to gain greater resources
    and opportunities for powerless, disadvantaged, and oppressed groups (Jansson,
    2019). 
    In an essay of 1,250-1,500 words, discuss why it is
    important for social workers to embrace a policy leadership role.
    This is to be an integrated essay, with an introduction and
    thesis statement, body, conclusion, citations and a list of references. Cite a
    minimum of three scholarly peer-reviewed sources in your essay and include a
    list of references. The essay and all citations and references are to be in APA
    format. In developing the essay, address the following prompts:
    Explain what constitutes a policy leadership role within the
    field of social work.
    Explain what can happen if social workers fail to exert
    policy leadership, allowing others with less commitment to client well-being
    and less dedication to improving the human condition to shape the social
    welfare and human service delivery systems.
    Explain how policies at all levels of a social welfare
    system can impact service accessibility and service delivery. Provide specific
    examples. Refer to Social Work Disposition #12: Standard: Social Workers’
    Ethical Responsibilities to the Broader Society when responding to this prompt.
    Explain why policy advocacy can be a unifying theme for the
    social work profession.
    Describe the intersecting, multi-level roles (micro, mezzo,
    and macro) of a policy practitioner centered around analyzing social problems,
    developing policy change solutions and strategies, formulating and implementing
    policies and related programs, and evaluating the impact of policies and
    programs.
    Use specific examples to illustrate how a social worker
    might bring about policy change at each level of social work practice.

  • Title: A Comparison of Coaching and Management Approaches to Strategy Formulation for Personal, Team, and Organizational Success

    In this activity, you will want to create a 3 – 5 page Literature Review, not including the Title Page and References, regarding the area of strategy formulation from the perspective of coaching and management. Specifically, compare the ways in which coaches versus managers may approach helping employees to develop and engage in strategies for personal, team, and organizational success. This paper will serve as a draft of one part of your summative assessment for this competency, which is to develop a Research Paper.
    As this is a formative assessment, you can upload a document with your paper, and it needs to follow APA 7th Edition formatting.
    Please download and use this South College Literature Review resource as a guide.Download Please download and use this South College Literature Review resource as a guide.
    Rubric
    Formative Rubric (8)
    Criteria Ratings
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly Writing
    Affirmed
    Writing is formal in language, avoiding colloquialisms, slang, and overly informal expressions.
    Not Affirmed
    Writing includes colloquialisms, slang, and overly informal expressions.
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Mechanics
    Affirmed
    Minor spelling, grammar, and/or punctuation errors present, and/or sentence structure lacks minor elements of professional writing, and/or paragraphs are consistently developed. (1-2 errors)
    Not Affirmed
    Multiple spelling grammar and/or punctuation errors present and/or sentence structure does not meet professional writing standards, and/or paragraphs are minimally developed. (more than 2 errors)
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity of Content
    Affirmed
    Writing demonstrates a strong connection between ideas, ensuring that the reader can follow the logical progression of the arguments.
    Not Affirmed
    Writing lacks a connection between ideas, and there is no logical progression of the arguments.
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAll Aspects Addressed
    Affirmed
    Writing addresses multiple relevant aspects of the topic with sufficient detail and analysis, providing a thorough understanding.
    Not Affirmed
    Writing fails to address relevant aspects of the topic with insufficient detail or analysis.
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Formatting (when appropriate)
    Affirmed
    Citations, references, and formatting follow the APA style guide, with less than 2 errors.
    Not Affirmed
    Formatting, citations, and references are not included or do not follow the appropriate APA style guide. There are more than 2 errors.