Contemporary social concern

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Research the responsibility of a critical thinker in a contemporary society. You may choose any topic that deals with a contemporary social concern. Examine the principles of critical thought in relation to the chosen societal concern, and consider the importance of ethics, moral reasoning, a research-based process to search for truth, and the advantages of information technology in gathering data.

Potential social concerns include, but are not limited to health (e.g., obesity, smoking, or underage drinking), poverty (e.g., homelessness, basic needs, or transportation issues), family relations and dynamics (e.g., teen violence, physical abuse, depression, or suicide), social media (e.g., privacy), immigration (e.g., illegal), and education (e.g., plagiarism and/or cheating).

Your Final Research Paper should:

  1. Include a literature review of three scholarly sources based on the selected contemporary issue. Analyze the validity of the author’s arguments and/or biases.
  2. Explain how academic knowledge impacts the social elements and institutions of both local and global communities.
  3. Assess how the principles of active citizenship could impact the contemporary issue during the next five to ten years.
  4. Include at least one reference to a multimedia component (i.e., podcast, interactive website, blog, or video) and evaluate the relevance of this piece in relationship to academic knowledge and the selected issue.

The paper must be 12 to 14 pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least 12 scholarly sources, six of which can be found in the Ashford Online Library.  Cite your sources within the text of your paper and on the reference page. For information regarding APA, including samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.

Writing the Final Research Paper

The Final Research Paper:

  1. Must be 12 to 14 double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  2. Must include a title page with the following:
    • Title of paper
    • Student’s name
    • Course name and number
    • Instructor’s name
    • Date submitted
  3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
  4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
  5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
  6. Must use at least 12 scholarly sources, including a minimum of six from the Ashford Online Library.
  7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center

Discuss the Strongest Arguments Against Relativism

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Discussion 1:

What do you believe is the strongest argument against relativism that was presented in the readings for the week? Outline the argument presenting the reasons the author gives for thinking that relativism is inadequate.Finally, discuss relativism with your classmates in general.What are some relativistic beliefs you held? Do you believe that they can be justified , or do you plan on reevaluating those beliefs now that you have learned more about relativism? Also at the end of your paper use this reference . Mosser, K. (2013). Understanding philosophy. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, lnc.

Need help with some psychology

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Read Chapter 8 in your course text and review the subfields listed in Table 8.3. Locate an additional outside source that lists subfields in psychology or a related field that includes one or more subfields not listed in Table 8.3. Cite the additional source according to APA guidelines in your initial post:

  • Which three subfields in psychology that most interest you?
  • What personal characteristics (knowledge, skills, abilities) do you possess that might make these areas a good fit for you?
  • Which three subfields interest you the least?
  • If you were challenged with creating a new subfield, what would be the name of your subfield and what would it consist of?

subfields.docx

Week 8 Assignment 3 Submission

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Assignment 3: Justification Report – PresentationDue Week 8 and worth 150 points

Now that you have completed your report, it is time to design and present your findings. Your task is to organize and develop the three parts (introduction, body, and closing) of an effective presentation, based on your Justification Report (Assignment 2.3). Chapter 13 in our text provides overall information on presentation format, content, and delivery. Please use as a guide for this assignment.

Create an eight to ten (8-10) slide presentation in which you:

Include a title slide, introductory slide, and a closing slide. For your introduction, open with an engaging introduction of the topic of your report. Include one (1) title slide and one (1) introductory slide. For the body of your presentation, cover the main points of your report. Create slides that reinforce and illustrate your main ideas. Follow basic design principles for effective slide content. For your single closing slide, finish with a memorable wrap-up statement that refocuses on the purpose of your report.


Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

Include a title slide containing the title of the assignment, your name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The title slide is not included in the required slide length. Format the PowerPoint presentation with headings on each slide, two to three (2-3) colors, two to three (2-3) fonts, and two to three (2-3) relevant graphics (photographs, graphs, clip art, etc.), ensuring that the presentation is visually appealing and readable from 18 feet away. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Slides should abbreviate the information in no more than five or six (5 or 6) bullet points each. Slide titles should be based on the criteria being summarized (e.g., “Four Key Attributes,” “Responses to Budget Issues,” etc.).


Assignment Checklist: 

Descriptive titles on each of the slides Text contains concise, precise content Graphics convey the idea described by the slide text Statements in bulleted lists have a parallel structure The font size is easily read from a distance There are no more than three (3) different font styles in the presentation The color and background convey a formal business tone Animation effects are used in moderation There are no misspellings or typographical errors


The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

Assess strengths and weaknesses in the student’s own oral communication and in the oral communication of others. Use sentence variety, effective word choice, and correct grammar in oral communication. Analyze verbal and nonverbal techniques that enhance oral communication within a business and/or professional context.


Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric.
Click here to view the grading rubric.

Click the following link to view a sample presentation: 
Supplement:

please see previos assignment and example how to prepare presentationweek7.docSample Justification Report Presentation.pptx

W4 dis “Beethoven; Art and Protest in the 1800s”

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Please respond to one (1) of the following, using sources under the Explore heading as the basis of your response:

  • Listen to one (1) composition (i.e., for a symphony) by Beethoven, a transitional figure between classical and romantic music. Identify the composition that you listened to, and determine whether you would characterize the chosen composition as either the Classical or Romantic style of music. Explain the key features that lead you to your conclusion. Identify one (1) modern musician who you believe was great at one type of music yet pioneered another.
  • Select one (1) example of a literary work or a work of visual art from the 1800s—either Romantic or Realist in style—that responds in some way to the Industrial Revolution. Identify the work and the artist or writer, describe its features and style, and explain the manner in which it responds to the Industrial Revolution. Next, describe one (1) example of how either black slaves or white abolitionists used literature or the visual arts as a form of protest against slavery. Identify one (1) specific literary or artistic work of our day that effectively protests a social injustice.

Explore:

Beethoven

Art Reacting to Social RealitiesBeethoven

The Olympic Flame, was, for the first time, ceremonially lighted and burnt in a

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1. 

The Olympic Flame, was, for the first time, ceremonially lighted and burnt in a giant torch at the entrance of the stadium at
A. Athens Games (1896)
B. London Games (1908)
C. Paris Games (1924)
D. Amsterdam Games (1928)

After World War II (NEW YORk)

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I NEED A FORMAL PAPER 800 – 1200 WORDS IN RESPONSE TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS….

WITH ALL THE CHANGES THAT HAVE OCCURRED IN THE YEARS SINCE WWII, LABOR GAINED PRESENCE AND POWER AND LOST PRESENCE AND POWER. WHAT WERE THE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO UNIONS MAKING GAINS? WHAT WERE THE CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO UNIONS INCURRING LOSSES? WHAT EFFECT DID EACH (GAINING AND LOSING) HAVE ON WORKING PEOPLE? USE EXAMPLES TO SUPPORT ANSWER BEYOND SIMPLE EXAMPLES OF JOBS, MEMBERSHIP, WAGES, ETC. (INCLUDED RESOURCES)

(SPECIFIC EXAMPLES FROM NEW YORK CITY AFTER WORLD WAR II)

AT LEAST 3 1/2 PAGES NOT INCLUDING COVERPAGE AND REFERENCES

100% NO PLAGARISM (WILL BE VERIFIED) 

100% ORIGINAL WORK

week 3

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STAY WITHIN THE CONFINES OF APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS IN YOUR REFERENCES (ABA ) NOT GENERAL PSYCOLOGY this discussin is specific for APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALISIS

1.  (517 )Discussion topic 1 of 2

Address the topics below. Your original response should be at least 350 words and should reflect the fact that you have completed the assigned Readings for the week. Remember, this is your chance to illustrate not only your understanding, but also your mastery of the materials for the unit. Use your words wisely so the posting has substance and includes examples and explanations. Limit the use of direct quotes, and do your best to critically synthesize and evaluate the literature in your own words wherever possible. Make sure to include in-text citations and a reference list as appropriate.

Provide a brief description of each of the following terms: unconditioned stimulus, conditioned stimulus, neutral stimulus, conditioned response, and unconditioned response. Using your personal or professional life as a guide, please thoroughly describe a situation in which a neutral stimulus became capable of producing a conditioned response. Be sure to identify all of the primary components involved (i.e., each of the previously described terms). Additionally, be sure your example is unique in comparison to peers in your class. 

2.  (517) Discussion topic 2 of 2

Address the topics below. Your original response should be at least 350 words and should reflect the fact that you have completed the assigned Readings for the week. Remember, this is your chance to illustrate not only your understanding, but also your mastery of the materials for the unit. Use your words wisely so the posting has substance and includes examples and explanations. Limit the use of direct quotes, and do your best to critically synthesize and evaluate the literature in your own words wherever possible. Make sure to include in-text citations and a reference list as appropriate.

After viewing the Respondent Conditioning presentation in your reading this week, describe the types of behaviors that are most likely to be modified through the use of respondent conditioning. Similar to the presentation layout examples, create and thoroughly analyze and discuss an example of respondent conditioning that is not previously described in the readings, the presentation, or the first discussion topic.

3.  (512) Discussion topic 1 of 2

Address the topics below. Your original response should be at least 350 words and should reflect the fact that you have completed the assigned Readings for the week. Remember, this is your chance to illustrate not only your understanding, but also your mastery of the materials for the unit. Use your words wisely so the posting has substance and includes examples and explanations. Limit the use of direct quotes, and do your best to critically synthesize and evaluate the literature in your own words wherever possible. Make sure to include in-text citations and a reference list as appropriate.

describe some of the unique ethical considerations that come into play when using single subject research. After an extensive review of the published literature, they compiled a list of ethical recommendations to follow when using single subject designs. Select two of these recommendations, and describe why you believe these are critical when working with special populations (e.g., those with developmental disabilities, mental retardation, or ADHD, etc.). How do these recommendations connect to the social and empirical validity of a target behavior? Important Considerations in Single Subject Research

This reading focuses on the unique aspects of conducting research using single subject designs.

Where appropriate, be sure to reference information from the BACB Guidelines for Responsible Conduct and Disciplinary Standards documents located at http://www.bacb.com/Downloadfiles/BACBguidelines/BACB_Conduct_Guidelines.pdf

Source: Guidelines for Responsible Conduct and Disciplinary Standards: Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Retrieved from http://www.bacb.com/.

4.  (512) Discussion topic 2 of 2

Address the topics below. Your original response should be at least 350 words and should reflect the fact that you have completed the assigned Readings for the week. Remember, this is your chance to illustrate not only your understanding, but also your mastery of the materials for the unit. Use your words wisely so the posting has substance and includes examples and explanations. Limit the use of direct quotes, and do your best to critically synthesize and evaluate the literature in your own words wherever possible. Make sure to include in-text citations and a reference list as appropriate.

Describe how the goals of prediction, verification, and replication connect to the concepts of reliability and validity in the single subject research study Select and describe one of the threats to internal validity that you feel would be most applicable to the study you designed, along with an explanation of why. How could you work around this potential issue in your experimental design?

ABS 200 Discussion Needf someone who is in the US that has access to the materia

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Forensic Psychology and Research

Interact with the Forensic Psychology learning object located in the left navigation bar for this week and ensure you have finished the reading and reviewed any relevant Instructor Guidance prior to completing this discussion. Doing so will introduce you to topics in the field of forensic psychology that may provide some direction for your Library search and  assist you in finding relevant research around those topics.

Visit the Ashford University Library. Find a research study related to forensic psychology. For assistance in finding research, please visit the
Psychology Research Guide page in the Ashford University Library. Summarize the study in your initial post. In addition:  

  • Clearly identify the topic, the research questions, and why the study is of interest to you.
  • Summarize the results of the research.  Was the hypothesis supported or not? Were the research questions answered?
  • Identify ethical considerations the researchers had to consider.
  • Explain how this research impacts real-world forensic psychology. In other words, what is the practical application as you see it?

Your initial post must be a minimum of 200 words and you must utilize at least one scholarly source (e.g., the course textbook, a peer-reviewed article from the Ashford University Library, or a professional web source) that is cited according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. For further assistance in researching scholarly sources, please access the
tutorials on the Ashford University Library website.

W7 Discussion “Universal Human Rights”

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Please construct a lively academic discussion of the following question. As you do this, please remember to make effective
use of textual evidence from our excerpt from Blocker’s “Human Rights” (pp. 413-422).

  • What, according to H. Gene Blocker, are the most important historical sources of the idea that all humans possess inalienable rights? To what extent, if at all, do you see those sources reflected in contemporary culture?