SOC312 WEEK 1 DISC 1

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 Your text uses Bronfenbrenner’s ecological model to explain how children’s development is affected by different groups within their world. Using this theory, we can understand how children are socialized both intentionally and unintentionally. You must understand how this theory applies to your own upbringing as well as a young child’s upbringing in order to truly comprehend the concept. After reading the text and the “Bronfenbrenner’s Ecological Systems Theory” article, use your understanding of this theory to respond to the questions below.  

Using Bronbenbrenner’s ecological model, respond to the following questions:

  1. How did the microsystem that you grew up in differ from your parents’ or grandparents’ microsystems? Do you think this is a detrimental or an affirmative change to society as a whole?  
  2. How do you think technology, specifically social media, influences a child’s mesosystems?  

Guided Response:

Your initial post should be at least 250 words in length. Review all of your classmates’ posts and respond to at least two classmates by Day 7. Speak specifically to the change in the microsystem. State if you agree with your classmates’ assessments of the change as either detrimental or affirmative, and justify your response. Include any influences of social media that they may have missed, explaining how and why the influences are valid.

Gender Equality

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Women have a long history of being considered inferior to men. However, during the middle to the late 20th century, the women’s rights movement began to improve the plight of women in Western society by granting them access to societal positions previously held only by men.

Some people claim that women have finally achieved equality with men in the 21st century; others are not convinced. 

How will you describe the status of equality between men and women in contemporary Western culture? 

Do you see any major areas where women are still discriminated against on a large scale? If so, give at least two examples. If not, rationalize your views.

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The life of Socrates provides one example of someone who seeks a justification for his or her moral actions by living out his convictions even to the point of death. Socrates tries to use reason (rather than the values embedded in his culture) to determine whether an action is right or wrong. The dialogue called the “Crito” contains an image of Socrates trying to adopt what could be called the “moral point of view” (as opposed to the point of view of one’s religion or society) when faced with the difficult decision of weather or not to spare his own life. After conviction for teachings against popular opinion, Socrates was sent to the jail where he was to be executed. At that time, a ship was sailing on a sacred mission and no executions were to be performed during its absence. Thus it happened that Socrates was confined to his cell for some 30 days. Two days before the ship was to return, an old friend named Crito came to visit. Crito told Socrates that plans were in place to prepare for his escape and journey to another country. Socrates points out that by escaping, he would be breaking the Laws. And so the practical question in this dialogue becomes: Ought I to break the Laws, even if they are injust? The Argument (48b-54d) The First Premise (48b-49b): ONE OUGHT TO LIVE RIGHTLY. The most important thing is “to live rightly” (“living well” and “living justly” are the same). Would it be right to disobey the laws (to escape from jail) even if they are in and of themselves unjust? Socrates argues that the Laws are more honorable than one’s parents, for they too offer structure, educate, and nurture their citizens but have to do so on a larger scale and are therefore held to a higher standard of morality. Just as one should respect the decisions of one’s parents, so should one respect the decisions of the Laws, but to an even greater degree because the laws are there to govern all people where a parent’s are only meant for the individual family. Socrates has been a citizen under these laws his entire life, and by choosing to remain as a citizen of this state, he pledges an oath to uphold the laws set forth by the governing parties because he as a member of their population, has pledged his allegiance to the leaders. If Socrates would choose to leave the state, he would be seen as a corrupting force wherever he went because he came under opposition to the state and fled when he did not agree with it’s practices for his own life. This in itself is the very thing which he taught against, for by only choosing to obey the rules of the state when it suits a person makes them a hippocrate and a shallow person of little moral fiber. If one has the ability to choose whether to obey a law, then he is destroying the power of the law; destroying a law is unjust, for men require a community and a community requires laws in order to function. It would put Socratese in a precarious position in the afterlife if he failed to see this correlation. For Socrates the main concern that he faces is whether or not he would be doing the just or moral thing by leaving the prison and refusing the sentence of the jury. Socrates wants to do no wrong, and he feels to not abide by the juries sentence is wrong, however Crito reminds Socrates that he has been wronged by the jury. Socrates is in fact guilty of the crimes he was charged with, but the crime is not a thing which deserves to be punished by death, because a citizen should have the right to challenge the authority of the state. Crito urges him to leave stating he does not need to accept the verdict of a jury that has wronged him. Socrates responds by pointing out that he must do no wrong at all even in return for a wrong. The laws did not wrong Socrates the jury did by giving into their fear of Socrates new teachings instead of embracing his right to freedom of thought, speech, and virtious actions. Socrates does not want to harm the Laws by doing wrong to them and asks Crito to consider the Laws of Athens as a being standing at the doorway as Socrates is about to leave. The Laws ask Socrates why is he leaving and Socrates repeats Crito’s reasoning. The Laws would object that it was not the understanding that the Laws had with Socrates. The Laws were like a father in assisting Socrates as he grew. They educated him and enriched him, they gave him a share in all the beautiful things of the city, citizenship and the right to leave the city at any time. Socrates in particular is bound to them because for all his life he remained in the city, leaving only to defend it in battles. He could have immigrated at any time but he chooses to remain and in so doing to obey it’s Laws. If Socrates were to leave he would be disobedient and wrong toward the Laws in different ways: Hurting the Laws as they are as Parents to him, Defying the laws who were his Nurturers, He would be breaking his agreement to obey. Socrates cannot leave. He swore an oath to accept the verdict and penalty. He swore to the gods. If he leaves he will not convince anyone that he was right and they were wrong. No, rather it would be proof that they were right in convicting and executing him. If he leaves he would become guilty of the two crimes he had been accused of: Impiety- he would be breaking his oath to the gods and thus show that either he disbelieves in them or is insulting them deliberately, Corrupting the Young- he would be setting a very bad example for the youth of Athens as they would see Socrates run off into exile and think that they could do likewise in a similar situation and thus did not need to keep their oaths. Socrates believed in the Law that said if you make an oath, keep it. If you make a promise, keep it. Socrates must stay and die to prove that he is innocent. He stays to die because he is innocent and wants to remain innocent and virtuous. If he leaves he becomes guilty and deserves to die! Men and not the Laws wronged Socrates. He sees no reason to harm the Laws now. He does not want to do wrong and thereby deserve the penalty. He wanted always and everywhere to do what reason directed him to see as the GOOD, the virtuous.

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The data comes into the room from many sources, and you have to use that data like a modern-day orchestra leader, blending the inputs in real time in a combination that is as much an art as a science. Louis Paskalis, Senior Vice President at Bank of America Buchanan, C. (2014) Ten thought-provoking digital marketing quotes [Online/Blog]. Available from:http://www.responsys.com/blogs/nsm/cross-channel-marketing/10-thought-provoking-digital-marketing-quotes/ (Accessed: 17 October 2014) Traditional retailers do not have access to deep information habits of customers that online retailers have: site navigation, influence by page layouts, time spent on Web pages, for example. Such new data can provide greater opportunities for more effective interventions, smarter decisions and ultimately higher competitive advantage. In this Discussion, you will consider how and why, in light of the massive volume of new data in today's world, many industries have an incentive to consider using Big Data businesses… and why many might opt not to use Big Data. To complete this Discussion Post: Identify a Big Data use case not discussed in the Lecture Notes that involves at least two 'V's' of Big Data properties. Analyse the potential benefits the business might gain from utilizing these data, challenges the business might have in making good use of the data, and what type of data analysis would be used. Beneficially: Add 2-3 words title for your use case to the subject line, like this "FD1: Big Data use cases – RFID use case" Note: At this stage of the module, you don't need to provide detailed information about analytical methods. It is sufficient just to describe what should be the outcome of the data analysis

Juvenile Court Appointed

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Write a 750- to 1,050-word paper discussing the role of a court-appointed special advocate during the juvenile court process.

Format you paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Do not use in-text citations to try and fill the paper.

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The question is " In nineteenth century America, both the expansion of nation and spreading its ideals to the world was moved by Manifest Destiny. In what ways was slavery both a catalyst for Manifest Destiny and also a challenge for it?" What can be strong evidences and supports from American history, economy, society and politics? Also, What was the impact of slavery for this ideology?

Revolutionary War (history)

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Complete a 2- to 3-page paper in which you address the following:

·   Why was the Revolutionary war so lengthy and what were the costs involved for the British and for the Americans? You might consider not only loss of life and munitions, but also political, social and actual economic costs.

Capital Budgeting Case

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Capital Budgeting Case

Your company is thinking about acquiring another corporation. You have two choices—the cost of each choice is $250,000. You cannot spend more than that, so acquiring both corporations is not an option. The following are your critical data:

Corporation A

Revenues = $100,000 in year one, increasing by 10% each year

Expenses = $20,000 in year one, increasing by 15% each year

Depreciation expense = $5,000 each year

Tax rate = 25%

Discount rate = 10%

Corporation B

Revenues = $150,000 in year one, increasing by 8% each year

Expenses = $60,000 in year one, increasing by 10% each year

Depreciation expense = $10,000 each year

Tax rate = 25%

Discount rate = 11%

Compute and analyze items (a) through (d) using a Microsoft® Excel® spreadsheet. Make sure all calculations can be seen in the background of the applicable spreadsheet cells. In other words, leave an audit trail so others can see how you arrived at your calculations and analysis. Items (a) through (d) should be submitted in Microsoft® Excel®; indicate your recommendation (e) in the Microsoft® Excel® spreadsheet;  the paper stated in item (f) should be submitted consistent with APA guidelines.

a.A 5-year projected income statement

b.A 5-year projected cash flow

c.Net present value (NPV)

d.Internal rate of return (IRR)

e.Based on items (a) through (d), which company would you recommend acquiring?

English Test Questions Need quick responces

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Question 16

  1. Read this passage from Thomas Paine’s Common Sense.

    Volumes have been written on the subject of the struggle between England and America. Men of all ranks have embarked in the controversy, from different motives, and with various designs; but all have been ineffectual, and the period of debate is closed…

    I have heard it asserted by some, that as America hath flourished under her former connection with Great Britain, the same connection is necessary toward her future happiness, and will always have the same effect. Nothing can be more fallacious than this kind of argument. We may as well assert that because a child has thriven upon milk, that it is never to have meat, or that the first twenty years of our lives is to become a precedent for the next twenty.

    What is the best strategy you can use to clarify the concept of fallacious?

    Read ahead to the examples given in the next sentence.

    Reread the previous paragraph to find context clues.

    Use context clues within the sentence itself.

2 points  

Question 17

  1. Read this passage by Elizabeth Cady Stanton.

    The point I wish plainly to bring before you on this occasion is the individuality of each human soul….In discussing the rights of woman, we are to consider, first, what belongs to her as an individual….Her rights under such circumstances are to use all her faculties for her own safety and happiness….

    The strongest reason for giving woman all the opportunities for higher education, for the full development of her faculties, her forces of mind and body; for giving her the most enlarged freedom of thought and action; a complete emancipation from all forms of bondage, of custom, dependence, superstition; from all the crippling influences of fear—is the solitude and personal responsibility of her own individual life….

    We come into the world alone, unlike all who have gone before us, we leave it alone, under circumstances peculiar to ourselves. No mortal ever has been, no mortal ever will be like the soul just launched on the sea of life.

    What is the best strategy you can use to clarify the concept of emancipation?

    Reread paragraph 1 to find an example.

    Read ahead to the next paragraph to find a synonym and an antonym.

    Read ahead to the next paragraph to find an example.

2 points  

Question 18

  1. Read this passage:

    He has compelled her to submit to laws, in the formation of which she had no voice.
    He has made her, if married, in the eye of the law, civilly dead.

    After depriving her of all rights as a married women, if single and the owner of property, has taxed her to support a government which recognizes her only when her property can be made profitable to it.

    What is the best strategy you can use to clarify the concept of civilly dead?

    Reread sentence 1 to find a synonym.

    Read ahead to the next sentence to find a context clue.

    Use context clues within the sentence itself.

2 points  

Question 19

  1. QuestionRead the following two sets of directions. In a well-organized paragraph identify which set of instructions is superior and why (give three reasons). Be sure to support your analysis with examples and quotes from the passages.

    Passage A: Bathing a SamoyedMost pet owners take for granted the grooming of their dogs, casually hosing them down or dragging them to the tub. Most dogs eventually learn to accept baths as part of the normal cycle of dog living. Some dogs, however, not only dislike the periodic bathing that their owners inflict, they also make the bathing ritual a torment. Samoyeds, for example, have thick, tight fur that resists water and soap; in addition, their massive heads and heavy bodies, averaging about eighty pounds, create problems. Along with these natural barriers to bathing, Samoyeds readily demonstrate their disdain for the procedure by pulling away forcibly from owners who have “Now, it’s time for a bath” looks in their eyes. In spite of the difficulties, bathing a Samoyed is both possible and necessary-for the dog’s skin and the owner’s sense of smell. First, gather all the equipment. This includes a full bottle of dog shampoo, a pitcher for wetting and rinsing, a dozen towels, and an extra set of clothing for you and your helper (yes, you need a helper). With your partner’s help, grab the dog and start dragging him to the bathroom. Once in, each of you needs to grab half a dog and attempt to lift him into the tub. This is no easy feat, because Samoyeds squirm constantly. Once the dog is in the bathtub, adjust the water temperature to warm but not hot (dogs can be picky). Fill your pitcher with water and begin wetting the dog while your partner holds him. Be careful around his head, watching out for his eyes and ears. He’ll let you know if you get water in his eyes; be prepared for a soaking. Completely saturate the dog’s coat, and make sure you don’t forget his belly just because it’s underneath. Next, pour a handful of shampoo into your palm and start massaging it into the dog’s hair. Scrub as hard as you like; he won’t mind. In fact, he’ll enjoy it very much. Wash his neck, back, tail, stomach, and legs completely. Now, fill your pitcher again and start rinsing the dog around his neck. Be prepared to refill your pitcher at least a dozen times because Samoyeds have thick hair. Continue until the dog is completely rinsed. You can tell when you’re done by running your hands through the fur afterwards. You’ll be able to feel the soap if there’s any left. Next, remove the dog from the bathtub. He will probably jump out gladly, splashing half the water in the tub all over you and the bathroom. Give your partner a towel and take one for yourself. Start at opposite ends and dry the dog; it will easily take the dozen towels you put out earlier. After about twenty minutes, stop and feel the hair. It should be dry. If you still think you could give a Samoyed a bath, here’s your chance. Mine needs one. Pick him up anytime.

    Passage B: How to Bathe Your DogWhen it’s time to give either Fido or Fifi a bath, you need to know the proper way to bathe him or her. You should also know that dogs should be bathed only when they are dirty or when they need a flea bath. Too much bathing removes the natural oils in their skin and fur, and can leave their skin dried out and flaky. This can cause frequent scratching, too.

    To start, the best place to bathe your dog is in the bathtub or in a utility tub. Only bathe your dog outside if your water hose has both hot and cold water connected to it.

    A rubber mat should be placed in the bottom of the tub so your dog’s feet don’t slide around, and so he or she will feel more secure and safe. Most dogs don’t care to be bathed anyhow, so you need to make them feel as comfortable as possible. Speaking of comfortable, the water temperature in the tub should be lukewarm, not too hot or cold.

    You will need several towels (depending on the length and thickness of your dog’s fur), dog shampoo, and cotton balls. You can use baby shampoo in a pinch, but it is generally not recommended for use on a dog.

    Next, place a cotton ball in each of your dog’s ears, just inside the canal, not too far inside. This will help to keep water out of his or her ears. Place your dog in the tub and thoroughly wet his or her coat down with the spray hose. Then, start with the main body and begin to lather it with the dog shampoo. Work the shampoo into a thick, rich lather. If you are using flea shampoo, some brands recommend leaving the suds on the dog’s body for a minute or so. Read the directions on the bottle and follow them carefully in order to achieve the desired results. Lather the main body, stomach, legs, feet, and tail.

    Last, pour a small amount of shampoo into your hands and gently lather up the fur around the face and on the head. Be careful not to get the lather into your dog’s eyes. Wait any prescribed amount of time if you are using flea shampoo.

    Now, when you rinse off all of the suds, carefully rinse the face and head first. Cover your dog’s eyes with your hand and gently rinse off the top of the head and around the eyes. Then, gently cover your dog’s nose and rinse off the rest of the face and neck. Next, work your way down the body, making sure to rinse out all of the suds and shampoo residue.

    Remove the cotton balls from his or her ears and gently squeeze out any excess water in your dog’s tail, feet, etc.–anywhere the fur is long.

    Use the towels to damp-dry his or her coat. If the weather is warm enough, your dog can be left to air-dry after the initial towel drying. If the weather is cold, however, you should use a hair dryer set on the lowest setting to dry his or her coat thoroughly. Be careful to hold the hair dryer far enough away that he or she doesn’t get burned by it. Also, if your dog is long-haired, it would be a good idea to comb his or her fur at this time.

    And, finally, your dog is clean, fresh and sweet-smelling once again!

Leadership Style: What Do People Do When They Are Leading?

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Choose one (1) of the following CEOs for this assignment: Larry Page (Google), Tony Hsieh (Zappos), Gary Kelly (Southwest Airlines), Meg Whitman (Hewlett Packard), Ursula Burns (Xerox), Terri Kelly (W.L. Gore), Ellen Kullman (DuPont), or Bob McDonald (Procter & Gamble). Use the Internet to investigate the leadership style and effectiveness of the selected CEO.

Write a five to six (5-6) page paper in which you: 

  1. Provide a brief (one [1] paragraph) background of the CEO.
  2. Analyze the CEO’s leadership style and philosophy, and how the CEO’s leadership style aligns with the culture. 
  3. Examine the CEO’s personal and organizational values. 
  4. Evaluate how the values of the CEO are likely to influence ethical behavior within the organization. 
  5. Determine the CEO’s three (3) greatest strengths and three (3) greatest weaknesses.
  6. Select the quality that you believe contributes most to this leader’s success. Support your reasoning.
  7. Assess how communication and collaboration, and power and politics influence group (i.e., the organization’s) dynamics.
  8. Use at least five (5) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources. 

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.