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For this discussion, we will explore psychological disorders by hearing from those who have experienced one of these disorders in a personal way. Choose ONE of these stories and watch the accompanying Ted Talk. In your post, discuss what you learned from the talk about psychological disorders?

Elanor Longden (schizophrenia); https://youtu.be/syjEN3peCJw

Nikki Weber Allen (anxiety & depression); https://youtu.be/shG0ezBeeJc

Ji Hae Park (depression); https://youtu.be/ZMGZQZRIsJE

Kevin Briggs (depression & suicide); https://youtu.be/7CIq4mtiamY

These individuals share their stories about living with and addressing psychological disorders. Reading about these experiences is different than hearing these stories. In your post, share what you learned from the story. How does this story teach you about psychological disorders? Thank you!

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Assignment : Impact of Development in Infancy

As we have discovered in this module, language develops in a similar progression across cultures, including that of the deaf community. In this assignment, you will consider the importance of how language development applies to learning.

Select one of the following options to complete.

Option I

Watch the documentary Babies (2010), directed by Thomas Balmés.

The documentary can be viewed using the following options:

Respond to the following:

  • What are the similarities between the development of the babies in the documentary?
  • What are the differences between the development of the babies in the documentary?
  • What does the documentary tell us about the influence of nature and of nurture?
  • Compare your own experiences, as children and/or as parents, to the experiences of the families in the documentary.
  • What surprised you about the documentary?
  • In what ways did your understanding of the documentary influence the way you view child development?

Option II

Keith is a consultant residing in Centervale, U.S., which is a friendly, predominantly middle-class community with a diverse ethnic makeup. Keith’s job is to design behavioral interventions for children and adults. He works with a variety of people, including teachers, children of varying ages, and parents. He also works closely with professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, physicians, and school administrators.

Referrals range from children with difficulty paying attention to adolescents exhibiting aggression. Keith encounters a continuum of developmental issues, from children with typical development to clients with speech impairments, learning disabilities, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorders, and genetic syndromes.

Ms. Cole, a second grade teacher from Centervale Elementary, has contacted Keith because of a concern that a student might have some learning problems. The student is a 7-year-old boy named Martin, whose parents immigrated from Nicaragua. A meeting was arranged with the parents, teacher, consultant, and school psychologist because Martin was making errors in reading and having some comprehension problems. The psychologist and consultant asked questions such as: How long has the family lived in the United States? How long has Martin been exposed to English? Did he babble at the age of four months?

Based on your analysis of the scenario, respond to the following:

  • Why do the professionals need to know the history of Martin’s language development?
  • How might learning two languages affect Martin’s current learning?
  • What language milestones are of interest? Would the milestones be different if Martin learned Spanish first?

Review the following additional information on the case:

Martín’s parents indicated that Martin had only been exposed to English for one year and his early language development progressed normally. Ms. Cole reported that Martín typically uses speech such as, “I put table” or “I go bathroom” rather than “I put my paper on the table” or “May I go to the bathroom, please?” However, his parents reported that Martín’s Spanish seemed normal for his age and that he did not have difficulty in tasks not involving language, such as simple math.

Based on your analysis of this additional information, respond to the following:

  • What stage of speech is the teacher describing?
  • Given the history reported, should there be cause for concern regarding Martín’s speech or learning ability at this point?
  • From an interactionist perspective of language development, what advice would be given to Ms. Cole to help Martin?

Write your initial response in 4-5 paragraphs. Support your statements with reasons and reference to readings and research. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

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Please make sure that each part of this assignment is addressed…Absolutely no PLAGIARISM!!! I have attached the articles but please also use another academic source for both parts and attach free links to each one. Must include in-text citations, as well as references at the end…

Two part small-assignment, please separate each one of these…

Part 1-After reading the article, “Embracing Confusion”, answer the following questions (Article attached):

oIs embracing confusion a barrier to the management function of planning, as discussed in your lectures and readings this week? Why or why not?

Use at least one example of “confusion” that you are either personally knowledgeable of or have read/heard about in the business news to support your answer.

This is part 2-please separate this one from the other one…

Part 2-The article “The Quest for Resilience” lists four challenges (Article Attached)

  • the cognitive challenge of eliminating denial, nostalgia, and arrogance
  • the strategic challenge of learning how to create a wealth of small tactical experiments
  • the political challenge of reallocating financial and human resources to where they can earn the best returns

4.and the ideological challenge of learning that strategic renewal is as important as optimization.

It then provides a detailed explanation of how each corresponding challenge can be addressed (Conquering Denial, Embracing Paradox, Liberating Resources and Valuing Variety).

Using that framework, select the one which you feel is your organization’s most critical challenge to address. Why did you select this one? Be sure to include significant background to provide a detailed picture of the situation that supports your position. (I work for a college, so please relate this to that.)

The Impact of Evolving Technologies W5 D1

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Prepare

As you prepare to write this discussion, take a few moments to do the following:

  • Read any required and recommended reading materials for this week, especially Chapter 2 from your text.
  • Review the grading rubric for this discussion.
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Reflect

There are many ways in which technology is affecting the production, distribution, and appreciation of films. For example, think of how CGI, animation, and other advances in digital technology have changed the ways in which stories are told on film. Then, consider how the Internet has changed the way we access, evaluate, and discuss films.
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Write (due Thursday, Day 3)

According to the first letter of your last name, respond to your designated topic.

Topic A (Last names beginning with A through M)
Choose a film and discuss the importance of technological advancements to its success as a mode of storytelling. How might it have been told differently, for better or worse, without these technological advancements?

Topic B (Last names beginning with N through Z)
Choose a film that gained notoriety due to the Internet and discuss how social media and other instant modes of communication have changed the ways in which we approach, appreciate, and consume films. What do these changes imply about the future of film distribution and audience participation in the film’s lifespan?

Indicate Topic A or Topic B in the “Subject” of your post. Your initial post should be at least 200 words in length. Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references.

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Give some examples of trojans; their effects and how to protect yourself from them

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https://www.csoonline.com/article/2118241/malware-…

In response to your peers’ posts, state whether you agree or disagree with their answer and explain why. Cite examples from this article.

1.)Cyber attacks can be very scary for businesses and even people because virtually anyone can be affected and in many different ways. This specific case is very interesting and I found it to be quite unreal. So two guys from Russia were brought to the United States for their alleged “cyber hacking” skills and they thought it was a great opportunity to become U.S citizens. In my opinion, I believe that in this situation the U.S government should not have to go through any processes to obtain this kind of data. I could see a search warrant being valid, but it seems the government was able to get a confession from them in an interview. The willingly came out with this information and therefore they need to be punished for their cyber crimes. Since the hackers are from Russia, they do not necessarily have the same protections as a US citizen, however, they should still be able to go through a trial here. Unfortunately, they came right out and confessed to their crimes so there really is no more legit type of evidence then that. The trial would be quick, but we can’t just throw them in jail.

In my personal opinion, I believe that the US government is somewhat effective in apprehending cyber criminals. Since this crime is so hard to prosecute because there are so many ways for hackers to hide themselves. It is up to the FBI to get as much evidence as possible so they can prosecute. Internationally, there are so many more rules and laws that the government has to follow and that makes it even harder to prosecute. So in this specific case, I think the US government did a great job of bringing these cyber criminals to justice for what they did against us. There are so many different hackers around the world and we will never catch all of them, but we can do as much as possible to bring as many people to justice who deserve it.

2.)

  1. What process should the government have to obtain access to this kind of data? The process that the government should have obtained to get access to this kind of data was to get a warrant for search and seizures. They also needed to communicate with the Russian authorities.
  2. Should the government be required to obtain a search warrant, and should the defendant be given legal protections? In my perspective, the government should not be required to obtain a search warrant, there was already evidence that the two suspect having been conducting illegal activities in the united states even if it was done remotely in another country. The defendants should not be given legal protections, they were well aware that their actions were illegal, they were more interested in the monetary gain they were going to get, instead of the consequences behind their actions.
  3. In your opinion, is U.S. law enforcement effective in apprehending cyber criminals? In my opinion, the U.S. law enforcement is still working on strategies on how to apprehend cyber crimes, cyber crimes is a relatively new phenomenon. In this specific case, the strategy that was used was a good one. Some might think that they practically tricked the two suspect into coming into the U.S. to them arrest them, in my opinion, that was the only way to make these two criminals pay for their crimes.

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Assignment Objectives

Formulate and implement business-level corporate and global strategies.

Compose, prepare and recommend strategies to achieve and sustain a competitive market profile.

Demonstrate the ability to analyze emerging global marketplace for potential growth and opportunity.

Appraise cultural issues to avoid pitfalls and manage international projects successfully.

7–10 pages

Key Assignment

Your work on your strategic global marketing plan is complete. You now have a plan that will implement, manage, and support a global strategy, but it is far from organized. You e-mail Deborah to inform her that you are almost ready and that the initial planning is complete. A little while later, the phone rings and you see Deborah’s name on the caller ID.

“Hi, Deborah. What’s up?” you ask.

“I’d like you to present to the advisory board next week,” Deborah says. “They are very curious about your findings and would like to know if globalization is a good opportunity for the company. The board wants to finalize their strategic plan, and this may be a key part of it.”

After you hang up, you begin thinking through the different items that you will need to cover.

As you finalize the marketing plan, complete the following:

  • Is globalization a good move for the company?
  • What is your rationale behind this decision?
  • What geographic location should be a target for global expansion?
  • What background information can you provide to support this decision?
  • How will this decision support the overall goal of growth and expansion?
  • How would you refute someone with the opposing perspective?

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The Activity

  • Read the following scenario.

Over the past many years, there has been ongoing debate raging in Washington, D.C. regarding the U.S. federal budget. As the U.S. deficit increases, some argue that cutting government spending should be a key priority of our lawmakers. Others favor more gradual decreases, such as raising taxes or implementing a proposed freeze on discretionary spending. Either way, as an economic adviser to the President, you have been tasked with presenting a proposal that addresses how to fix a current budget gap of $300 billion dollars in an effort to appease both sides of this debate.

A-Using the budget below, decide what options you will suggest cutting or implementing for your presentation to the president. Remember that these actions must cover a budget gap of $300 billion. When you have reached your target, save your results—you will need to refer back to them to answer your assessment questions. ( Please keep in mind that these changes could seriously affect citizens’ daily lives. Also keep in mind people may be so angered by the changes that they will take action to prevent the president’s reelection, thus putting you out of a job). Please answer all questions (8) related to previous activity …..questions are after the budget below:

DOMESTIC PROGRAMS AND FOREIGN AID Cut foreign aid in half $17 billion
Eliminate farm subsidies:

Opponents believe subsidies help large businesses at the expense of small farms. Supporters believe subsidies protect American agriculture.

 $14 billion
Cut pay of civilian federal workers by 5 percent $14 billion
Reduce the federal workforce by 10%:

This would eliminate approximately 200,000 federal jobs.

 $12 billion
Other cuts to the federal government: This includes reduced funds for the Smithsonian and the National Park Service, and closing the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools. $30 billion
Cut aid to states by 5%: This pressure states to cut funding for schools, police, and other services. $29 billion
MILITARY Reduce nuclear arsenal and space spending: This would cut the number of nuclear warheads and end the “Star Wars” missile defense program. $19 billion
Reduce military to pre–Iraq War size and further reduce troops in Asia and Europe $25 billion
Cancel or delay some weapons programs: This would cancel some expensive purchases identified by the Sustainable Defense Task Force as possible cuts. $19 billion
HEALTHCARE Enact medical malpractice reform: This option would begin to reduce the chances of large malpractice verdicts, which supporters believe would also check rising medical costs. Opponents say it could reduce doctors’ incentives to avoid errors. $ 8 billion
Increase the Medicare eligibility age to 68 $ 8 billion
Raise the Social Security retirement age to 68: This would rise from the currently planned 67, encouraging people to work longer. $ 13 billion
EXISTING TAXES Return the estate tax to Clinton-era levels: Those passing on an estate worth more than $1 million to their heirs would have portions of those estates taxed. $ 50 billion
End Bush tax cuts for income above $250,000 a year $ 54 billion
End Bush tax cuts for income below $250,000 a year $ 172 billion
Payroll tax increase for high earners: Those making over the current ceiling of $106,000 would have to contribute more to Social Security and Medicare. $ 50 billion
NEW TAXES Millionaire’s tax on income above $1 million $ 50 billion
National sales tax: This would add a tax of 5 cents on every dollar for most purchases. $ 41 billion
Carbon tax: This option would tax carbon emissions, which scientists believe contribute to global warming. $ 40 billion
Bank tax: This would tax banks based on their sizes and the amount of risk they take. $ 73 billion
Total gap covered by your budget plan $_________________

1-What is your final plan to present to the president? What changes did you decide to implement?

2-Please explain why you choose the options that you did

3-How will your decisions affect the elderly , the poor , the rich and national security if implemented?

4-Was covering the hypothetical budget gap more or less than you expected? Please explain

5-Which of your decisions might be perceived as politically motivated? Why?

6-What are the trades-offs of preserving some programs while protecting others?

7-How do your decisions result in a marginal benefit to society so that they can outweigh the marginal cost to society?

8-Did doing this exercise change your feelings about the budget debate in Washington? If so, how? If not, why not?

Essay Assignment

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  1. use the political quote below that addresses an issue or idea about American government or politics. “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” – Barak Obama
  2. Your selection is important because you are going to use it as inspiration to persuade others of the truthful sentiment and impact of the quote.
  3. What makes this particular quote significant in American politics?
  4. Write a one page essay (double spaced, 12 point font) and include a Works Cited page that includes appropriate MLA style citations referencing the source of your quote and any other source documentation you choose to support your argument. You are to use no more than three sources, including the source for the quote.
  5. Consult How to Write a One-page Response found in the Course Documents menu of Blackboard to help draft your response to this assignment.
  6. Pay special attention to the notes on how to document sources, and how to use quotations and “unwrap” them for you reader.

Argument Paper Assignment

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4-5 Pages assignment. Create a claim that argues you ” Ways of seeing “. images can be added but not necessary. Reference texts: “Ways of Seeing” by John Burger. “Beauty (Re)discovers the Male Body” by Susan Bordo. I have attached an image for this assignment requirements. Some answers you can answer in the essay are:

*What is arguable regarding your way of seeing? what is your position on it?

*Which positions have Bordo and Barger taken? What might others Take?

*What is the most important thing about this issue that you want people to understand?

Sources: at least 3 reliable sources.

MLA Format.

100% plagiarism free, if decide to quote please do an in-text citation.