There are two main types of research: primary and secondary. In primary research, you collect your own data to analyze a topic of interest. For this Assignment, you will be conducting secondary research. In secondary research, you research information already collected by a primary researcher. Performing secondary research includes evaluating existing literature for strengths, limitations, and ethical considerations. When evaluating literature, think about questions such as the following: •Were the author’s interpretations and conclusions supported by the evidence he or she presented? •Was there any apparent bias? •Were there other ways that specific data could be interpreted other than how the author approached it? •Were any important variables left out of the study? •Was every assertion supported by fact? •Did the text use reliable resources?  (Walden University Writing Center, 2009, p. 1)  When conducting secondary research, you have the responsibility of evaluating your own research to avoid ethical issues.  To Prepare  Find three peer-reviewed journal articles in the Walden Library databases related to a human and social services program that interests you professionally. You may wish to use the program you selected for this week’s Discussion. Consider strengths and limitations when evaluating the articles. Finally, consider potential ethical issues in conducting secondary research.   The Assignment:  •Briefly summarize each article you selected. •In your summary, provide an evaluation of the articles (accuracy, authority, objectivity, currency, and coverage). •Finally, explain one potential ethical issue of conducting secondary research. Include how you might avoid this ethical issue. •Be specific, and provide examples to support your answers.

Resources:

Bliss, S., & Rasmussen, B. (2013). Reflections on contemporary psychodynamic theory in clinical social work. Journal of Social Work Practice, 27(3), 211–215.      

Gentle-Genitty, C., Chen, H., Karikari, I., & Barnett, C. (2014). Social work theory and application to practice: The students’ perspectives. Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice, 14(1), 36–47.   

Paat, Y. (2013). Working with immigrant children and their families. An application of Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory. Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 23(8), 954–966.     

 Poulter, J. (2005). Integrating theory and practice: A new heuristic paradigm for social work practice. Australian Social Work, 58(2), 199–212.     

Walden University Library. (2015a). Evaluating resources. Retrieved from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/evaluating   

 Walden University Library. (2015b). Keyword searching. Retrieved from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/keyword/search-strategy    

Walden University Library. (2015c). Publication comparison chart. Retrieved from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/peerreviewvsscholarly    

Walden University Writing Center. (2015). APA style. Retrieved from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa    

Laureate Education (Producer). (2011). Human services theory, research, and practice: Human services research and theories [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Middle East in Turmoil” Please respond to the following:

In the wake of the Arab Spring and its aftermath — the unrest in the  Middle East and regions around it — there are a number of critical  developments to watch and discuss.

Explain whether you believe that democracy has worked in Iraq and Afghanistan. Provide support for your response. Discuss the progress Iran is making in their attempt to implement a  democratic election process. Next, speculate on two (2) challenges you  believe Iran will face in accomplishing this task. Justify your response

Write a 1,400- to 2,100-word paper on reinforcement strategies applied in team members’ organizations.

Identify the reinforcement strategies used by management to motivate employees.

Categorize each reinforcement example as continuous, positive, or negative reinforcement and discuss the strengths and shortcomings of each reinforcement example based on team members’ observations and experiences.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

There are two-person’s post and I need to reply both of them. i have to reply their post on discussion board. please send me an answer separately like,

what you like, dislike, agree, disagree or what you want to add more about that topic etc. based on their discussion board question answer.

Reply for person 1………..

Reply for person 2…….

Question: After reading Chapter this week on Correlational Strategies, provide an example (can be simple, yet relevant) of a correlation with a third variable interaction. Because a correlational study does not use manipulation or control, it is always possible that an observed relationship between two variables is actually caused by a third variable that is influencing the two variables simultaneously. Be careful to elaborate on the effect of the third variable and how to use limitations to address this in a research setting.

All post should reflect critical thinking, and quality writing – be polite and respectful in all posts. Minimum Requirements: Your each reply to a peer should be 200-300 words.

Person 1 (peg) post:

A correlation study is defined as the experiment that try to find a relationship between variables. The objective is not to explain the relationship nor to manipulate or control the variables. We can only describe, compare, predict or test the relationship among two variables. Having a connection among variables does not mean that one variable influences the other. Therefor there is no causation – effect here. To obtain a causation link, other variables need to be involved and usually play a part in it. The correlation study relies on the measurement of the variables and examining their strength or weakness. The correlation results can be either positive, negative or sometimes there is no correlation at all (Verywellmind).

A correlation study is not necessarily done with two variables. Sometimes a third variable can be included. For example, let’s look at a weight loss observed among physically active participants due to a well-balanced diet. We can find a relationship between the diet and the weight loss. But noting that the participants were all doing some type of sport, that can be added as the third variable that also contributed to the weight loss. We all know that sometimes a diet alone does not contribute in an effective weight loss. But combined with some exercise we can see some good results.

Person 2 (avi) post:

Correlational research is a type of non-experimental research in which the measures two variables and assesses the statistical relationship (i.e.the correlation) between them with little or no effort to control extraneous variables. There are many reasons that researchers interested in statistical relationships between variables would choose to conduct a correlational study rather than an experiment. For example, correlational research may reveal the statistical relationship between high-income earners and relocation; that is, the more people earn, the more likely they are to relocate or not.

Correlation research is looking for variables that seem to interact with each other, so that when you can see one changing, you have an idea of how the other will change. Data collection methods in correlational research are the research methodologies adopted by persons carrying out correlational research in order to determine the linear statistical relationship between 2 variables.

correlational study may be carried out in order to determine the statistical behavioral trend with regards to the variables under consideration.

For instance, we believe that domestic violence causes a brain hemorrhage. we cannot carry out an experiment as it would be unethical to deliberately subject people to domestic violence.

However, we can carry out correlational research to find out if victims of domestic violence suffer brain hemorrhage more than non-victims.

Final Project 

 The two attached papers are the beginning of the project where i selected one vulnerable population in need of a new program or service in my community.  In this project, i have to finalize the research that allows me to understand elements that go into designing and launching a community service.  The Final Project will be written using a persuasive tone, such that you would be able to present it in order to gain community and organizational support for your program.  The Final Project must demonstrate an understanding of the reading assignments, class discussions, as well as your research and application of new knowledge.  Your project must contain the following elements: 

 •A description of the vulnerable population (diabetics) and why they need assistance in your community. 

 •A description of the health service needs of the vulnerable population you have chosen to serve with your program.  

•In order to support the need for the service you propose, cite statistical data obtained from your county health department, state health department, and organizations or agencies who serve the vulnerable population.  

•A description of your proposed community service or program; include the specific service(s) provided and one continuum of care level (prevention, treatment, or long-term care). Explain how the selected service(s) and the continuum of care will impact the chosen population. 

 •Discuss the social and cultural norms of your vulnerable population and how these play a role in the need for the services offered by your program. Describe how the vulnerable population experiences the health care system.  Analyze methods your program can use to overcome social and cultural differences. •Identify two or more community organizations or agencies with which you can partner in order to implement your program. Explain how these organizations can help you implement the services you offer and the continuum of care offered by the potential partnering agencies. Explain which services these organizations will provide to your clientele that are not covered by your program.   •Analyze at least four potential funding sources for your program, one of which must be from a state funded agency, one of which must be from a federally funded agency and the remaining two can be not-for-profit or for-profit business sources. Explain what factors must be met in order to receive funding from your sources. 

   Your final project will demonstrate quantitative literacy, which shows your ability to identify and solve problems.  Additionally, you must demonstrate integrative learning, which means you combine your earlier learning from this and other courses, analyze data from multiple perspectives, explore issues to their full extent as is required in the assignment, as well as incorporate your own personal and professional experiences. 

The Final Paper: •Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and reference page. 

  •Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.  

•Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. 

 •Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. 

 •Must use at least six scholarly sources. 

•Must document all sources in APA style. 

•Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style.