ivers will be the first organ transplanted. The committee must at this point write up policies and procedures relevant to the service. The committee assigns you the task of writing a draft of the policy related specifically to the criteria that the hospital would use to determine the ranking of candidates for new livers. That is, in the event that there are, for example, two livers available, but six people on the transplant waiting list, how does the hospital decide who gets the livers?

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Respond to the following scenario using information from this Learning Plan:

You are a member of the Board of Trustees at your local community hospital The Chief Operating Officer asks you to sit on the new organ transplant committee. The hospital has just invested millions of dollars in the new service. It should be online in three months. Livers will be the first organ transplanted. The committee must at this point write up policies and procedures relevant to the service. The committee assigns you the task of writing a draft of the policy related specifically to the criteria that the hospital would use to determine the ranking of candidates for new livers. That is, in the event that there are, for example, two livers available, but six people on the transplant waiting list, how does the hospital decide who gets the livers?

What criteria will you list in your draft, and why? Justify your choices in ethical terms. Cite what you have learned from the case of Sarah Murnaghan, the Public Health Code of Ethics, and information from your textbook in your response.

Your initial response should be 8 – 10 sentences in length and include an APA-style references list.

Observation – MCDONALDS

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Conducting an ethnographic study is a fun way of gathering research about your social environment. You may have done an ethnography before without really being aware of it. In a small way, this assignment recreates what ethnographers do when they visit a new community to conduct research.

Complete the following:
Observation – MCDONALDS

  • Choose a restaurant, library, mall, dining hall, coffee shop, or similar public location. Plan to spend a minimum of two hours at the location. You will visit this location twice, for a minimum of four hours total. Keep in mind that if you should find one of your peers in the establishment at the same time when you are there, do not interrupt him/her and do not do the assignment at the same time.
  • Document what occurs at this chosen location:
    • Describe the establishment.
    • Analyze the interactions between people.

Next, write a paper documenting and analyzing your observations of the location.

Observation Notes

Your observation notes should specifically include the following:

  • Name and location of the establishment
  • Dates and times you were there
  • Place where you stood/sat and when you did your research
  • Description of the physical characteristics of the inside and outside of the establishment (e.g. brick or concrete structure, paint color, seating arrangements)
  • Number and types of people visiting the establishment while you were there (age, sex, type of clothing, probable occupations, ethnicity, etc.)
  • Document interactions such as:
    • specific nature of the interactions that take place in the establishment among customers, between customers and staff, and among staff
    • types of languages used in the establishment and by whom
    • any strange or unusual behavior

Analysis Summary

Include the following in your analysis:

  • Comparison of similarities and differences of this establishment and other similar establishments you know about
  • Nature of the treatment of customers in the establishment
  • Relationships between customers and workers
  • Any behavior that surprised you or was contrary to your expectations
  • How it felt to do the research
  • Most difficult aspects of the research
  • What you found most interesting about the research

In your analysis, be sure to draw upon your observations to support your conclusions.

Appendix

In the appendix of your paper, include the following:

  • A sketch of the layout of the establishment (You can draw in a computer program, like Paint that comes preloaded on most PCs and insert it into your Word file.)
  • Transcription of your notes

Write a 4–6-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M3_A2.doc.

the market and your decision to go to college

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Discussion

“The Market and Your Decision to Go to College”

The market for higher education is determining the key questions of what gets produced, how it is produced, how much is produced, and who gets how much.

Start your discussion by responding to these questions:

  • Why do you think that more and more students are going to college when, in fact, the price of a college education is increasing? (Be sure to use the models of supply and demand to explain your answer.)
  • In what ways have changes in the job market influenced your assessment of the value of an education? (Do you have more choices or options?)

schools peers and media influences on childhood behavior and beliefs

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Select a current event or news item about a child/children in which the impact of schools, peers, or media was integral.

Post a brief description of the event or news item you selected. Then conceptualize and explain this event within the framework of social-emotional development theories. Be sure to include references to the impact of schools, peers, and/or media specific to the event or item. Provide a reference to the current event or news item and a link, if possible. Use proper APA format and citations.Make sure it is related to child development (not adult – child is considered under 18).

When Ebola caused an outbreak in Africa in 2014, what was the impact on affected villages in that outbreak? What is the likely source of this outbreak in the current African Village?

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When Ebola caused an outbreak in Africa in 2014, what was the impact on affected villages in that outbreak? What is the likely source of this outbreak in the current African Village?

 

Assignment objectives

  1. Assemble quality research in relation to your task
  2. Assess the research for how adequately it addresses the task
  3. Organise research into a logical, coherent brief report of your task with appropriate headings

Analyze storytelling in the cultures we studied in the past four weeks using the artworks below as examples of the Egyptian, Islamic, and Early Christian societies’ modes for depicting stories. Begin with a brief analysis of each story that is being told, using your own words and making sure to point out the formal elements of the artwork (line, color, shape, and composition) that combine to tell the story.

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ASSIGNMENT 04

AR300 Art History

Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) double‐spaced pages; refer to the “Format Requirementsʺ page located at the beginning of this learning guide for specific format requirements.

Part A

 

1.     Analyze storytelling in the cultures we studied in the past four weeks using the artworks below as examples of the Egyptian, Islamic, and Early Christian societies’ modes for depicting stories. Begin with a brief analysis of each story that is being told, using your own words and making sure to point out the formal elements of the artwork (line, color, shape, and composition) that combine to tell the story.

 

2.     Next, compare and contrast the three artworks and the iconography used in each story and distinguish the connections that can be made, pointing out patterns you find.

 

Part B

 

1.     To conclude, summarize the use of storytelling in the cultures represented in the three artworks below.

 

·       Funerary Stele of Amenemhat, c. 2000 BCE. Painted limestone. Egyptian Museum, Cairo. Located on page 59 in the textbook.

 

·       Flight into Egypt, from the Infancy of Christ Window, c. 1140-1144 CE. Stained and painted glass. The Glencairn Museum, Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania. Located on page 264 in the textbook.

 

·       Tile Mosaic Mihrab from the Madrasa Imami, c. 1354 CE. Glazed and cut ceramic tiles. The Metropolitan Museum in New York City. Located on page 194 in the textbook.

 

 

2.     After learning about the complexity and variety of Islamic decoration, as seen in Tile Mosaic Mihrab, from the Madrasa Imami, assess if you think that figurative representations are essential to communicating religious messages. Provide examples to support your analysis.

Select a Supreme Court case related to civil rights, but unrelated to race, in which the decision did not coincide with public opinion. Think about how the policy effected by the decision impacted society.

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The Supreme Court is unique in its ability to rule. Appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, Supreme Court justices serve for life. For this reason, justices do not have to appease voters and campaign contributors to keep their positions. Therefore, the Supreme Court can make unbiased rulings based on its interpretations of the Constitution; this differs from elected officials who must answer to voters to get reelected. The ability for the justices to interpret law with an unbiased lens often puts them ahead of the curve (and public opinion) on cultural and social issues.

For example, in the landmark Supreme Court case Brown v. The Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas, the justices ruled in favor of desegregation. At the time, the idea of racial integration in schools was extremely unpopular. The unpopularity of the Supreme Court’s decision was made evident in the ensuing public outcry as well as the response by government officials. Immediately after the decision, the Arkansas governor at the time, Orval Faubus, ordered the National Guard of Arkansas to block “Little Rock Nine” students from entering into the previously white-only school. Even after the Supreme Court had made its final decision, Governor Faubus didn’t budge. It took President Eisenhower to send the 101st Airborne Army Division to enforce the Supreme Court’s ruling.

TO PREPARE:

Select a Supreme Court case related to civil rights, but unrelated to race, in which the decision did not coincide with public opinion. Think about how the policy effected by the decision impacted society.

With the case you selected in mind, reflect on the pros and cons of Supreme Court justices being insulated from public opinion.

WITH THESE THOUGHTS IN MIND:

Provide a brief description of the case you selected. Then, explain how the case did or might influence federal, state, and/or local public policies. Be specific and use examples to illustrate your explanation. Finally, with the case you selected in mind, explain at least one strength and one limitation of Supreme Court justices being insulated from public opinion. Be specific.

Support your response using the Learning Resources and other scholarly resources.

 

HOW TO WRITE YOUR “CLASSICALLY”-NATURED LIVE CONCERT REVIEW for MUSIC APPRECIATION 1

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HOW TO WRITE YOUR “CLASSICALLY”-NATURED LIVE CONCERT REVIEW for MUSIC APPRECIATION 1100

A symphony orchestra, solo instrumental or vocal recital, an opera, or instrumental/choral ensemble concert are examples of acceptable concerts to critique. If you have any question about the appropriateness of a concert that you have selected for this assignment, consult you instructor for guidance ASAP (before submitting). Rock, popular, bar/restaurant concerts, or religious services ARE NOT acceptable.

You are required to attend One LIVE concert this semester (and one optional) by unit (the other by unit 8) and submit at least 800 word written review for each. If you do not have access to a live concert, contact your instructor immediately via e mail for an alternative virtual attendance option.

Written assignment will constitute 20% of your final grade. See Class calendar/assignment instructions for dues dates.

Submit here: the concert program and the review for a full assignment’s grade (100%). Any missed submission = 0%.

Concert program: (50% of the assignment’s grade) After attending a concert, please turn in a program (scanned/digital photo – minimum 200dpi, jpg file format).

GUIDELINES FOR YOUR REVIEW:

Give the context (background and general information) for the performance. The most important part of your review should consist of your thoughts and impressions of the entire experience. Explain why you did or did not enjoy the performance. Do not simply write “I liked the performance because the music was pretty.” Instead, explain why you enjoyed performances or did not. Be specific–use composer’s names and specific information. For example:

  • The review should include a brief paragraph on each piece or movement performed. Include the composer, historical notes and your impression. Think: 3-4 sentences on each piece or movement. Do not emphasize the bio facts.
  • Did the melodies of the pieces linger in your memory for days afterwards?
  • Could you “tap your toe” to the rhythms?
  • Were you awed by the technical skill of the performers?
  • What is architecture of the performance space?
  • How did the audience react to the performance?
  • Was the printed programs helpful (and why)?
  • Site the printed program as a source.

Also, your review will include, but not be limited to the following points:

A brief historical description of the pieces/composer performed. Mention each piece performed in the concert. Give your response or impression of the piece. Use musical terms learned in this course in your review.

OPTIONAL items that you may include in your concert critique may include:

  • When did it premiere? Where? (Historically)
  • Was the premiere a success or a failure?
  • Are the pieces performed considered standard repertory today, or are they obscure?
  • An assessment of the audience’s reaction. (Did people around you fall asleep? Was the audience mesmerized? Was everyone coughing and shuffling, or could you have heard a pin drop because the audience was so taken by the experience?)
  • Did you feel that the performers met the challenges of the piece? (If possible, you might listen to a CD recording or watch a video performance of the piece before the concert. You will then be able to make an accurate and appropriate comparison.)
  • Would you buy a CD of this particular piece? Why or why not?
  • Would you give a copy of this piece as a gift to a friend? Why or why not?

Review the Concert Etiquette … attachment before attending the live performance.

Review the Concert Critique Example … attachment before writing your critique.

Write your critique in a word document (.docx) form, save and upload it into this dropbox.

Assignment 1: Discussion—Social Stratification

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Assignment 1: Discussion—Social Stratification

The United States was founded on the ideals of individual rights and freedoms. It has taken many years to include diverse groups within these ideals, and many classes still fight for inclusion in these rights and freedoms.

Respond to the following:

  • Explain the role that stratification has played in your life.
  • Examine how different your life would be if you lived in a caste-system instead of a class-system.
  • Evaluate the role of racial, ethnic, or gender stratification in your day-to-day life.

Support your statements with examples and scholarly references.

Write your initial response in 1–2 paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

By Saturday, April 2, 2016, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area. Through Wednesday, April 6, 2016, review and comment on at least two peers’ responses.

Discussion Grading Criteria and Rubric

Discussion Grading Criteria

Summarize the effects of using bad visual design elements.

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Jennifer Schiff reports at least 12 ways bad website design can affect your business.

Access Jennifer Schiff’s article by clicking here.

For this written assignment read the article from the link above and complete the following items:

  • Summarize the effects of using bad visual design elements.
  • Examine the response viewers may have and how that may negatively affect business.
  • Answer the question, “Why it is so important to use visuals in specific ways to effectively reach viewers?”
  • Include whether you believe it is important to use visuals strategically in business and website communication. Why or why not?

Support the items above by including relevant quotes and paraphrases from academic/scholarly sources.

 

I will attach the article!