prepared in a form of an essay format, the length of the paper should be no less than one (1) page (300 words) per answer in an APA format.

Make sure that you submit a references page and reference the in-text with your citations sources.

I strongly recommend that you submit a cover page, write each question in a page by itself, and submit your references page (referencing your textbook, and demonstrating that you have performed adequate research by citing at least two other sources in addition of your textbook to get your max points.

Read Chapter’s 2 “Domino Sizzles with Pizza Tracker” Case Study. Answer the following questions:

1) What kinds of systems are described in this case? Identify and describe the business processes each supports. Describe the inputs, and outputs of these systems.

2) How do these systems help Domino’s improve its business performance?

This week during lecture we focused on C. Wright Mills’ “The Sociological Imagination,” Blumer’s “Social Problems as Collective Behavior,” and Hilgartner and Bosk’s “The Rise and Fall of Social Problems.” Based on the ideas of these readings and material covered during lecture, here are three sets of questions for you to write about:

#1. Briefly explain the main points behind C. Wright Mills’ argument for the sociological imagination? Identify a contemporary “public issue” that is of unique significance to you. Describe various aspects of the public issue and explain what makes this issue “public” rather than a “personal trouble.”

#2. In “Social Problems as Collective Behavior,” Herbert Blumer argues that social problems are products of a process of collective definition instead of existing independently as a set of objective social arrangements with an intrinsic makeup. Why is this distinction important? What do we gain by studying social problems as a process of collective behavior?

#3. In “The Rise and Fall of Social Problems,” Hilgartner and Bosk outline a “public arena model” for interpreting the relevance of social problems. Why do certain social problems “rise and fall” as the authors contend? Choose a public issue that is prevalent in contemporary media coverage. Use one of the model’s “principles of selection” (drama, cultural politics, novelty and saturation, or organizational features) to explain why you think this issue has persisted as a social problem.

Please draft a written response to either #1 or #2 or #3. Your choice.

Creating an Argument: The Electoral College

This week we learned about the presidency, the powers of the presidency, and the unique way our president is elected via the Electoral College. In this assignment you will be guided in creating a complete argument regarding whether or not you think the Electoral College should be kept or eliminated.

This activity will be useful practice in how to create and present and thoughtful argument. The ability to create and communicate a thoughtful argument will help you out in future studies and in any career.

Your essay must be at least 500 words long.

Follow these steps to create an argument in the form of an essay:

Step 1: In one or two very clear sentences state whether or not you think the Electoral College should be kept or eliminated. This is called writing a thesis statement.

Step 2: In three paragraphs describing three (3) arguments that support your position regarding the Electoral College. Give each argument one paragraph. Do not just list three arguments in support of your position regarding the Electoral College. You must tell the reader why each of your three arguments supports your position on the Electoral College.

Step 3: In three paragraphs describe three (3) arguments that go against your position regarding the Electoral College. This is called addressing counterarguments. Give each counterargument one paragraph. Describe the counterargument and then tell the reader of your essay why that counterargument should be dismissed.

Step 4: Write one paragraph concluding your essay. Restate your initial position on the Electoral College. And review the one or two arguments that you found to be the most compelling in support of your position.

Step 5: Write a reference list. In any good argument you will present your ideas but then include evidence from credible external sources to support your ideas. Always include a reference list.

In outline form your paper should look like this.

1. Introduction: Thesis statement of your position regarding the Electoral College.
2. Three arguments supporting your position.
   1. Describe argument 1 and why it supports your position.
   2. Describe argument 2 and why it supports your position.
   3. Describe argument 3 and why it supports your position.
3. Three counter arguments opposing your position.
   1. Describe counter argument 1 and why it is not sufficient.
   2. Describe counter argument 2 and why it is not sufficient.
   3. Describe counter argument 3 and why it is not sufficient.
4. Conclusion paragraph.

Please note: APA formatting and citations rules apply to this and all essays in this course.

As with all weekly written assignments, submit your work as an attached file. Double-space your paper and use 12 point Times New Roman as your font.

Chapter 12 Homework

1. Have students watch the video “Surae Lucie’s Patient Portal Story”

(). Students should

identify the functionalities offered by the portal and whether any of the

features are ones the National Learning Consortium recommends to

encourage patient involvement. Findings are described in a one-page paper

along with an explanation of the connection between consumer

information access and navigation tools and healthcare information. The

paper is turned into the instructor for grading.

2. Why is data mining a key piece of analytics?

3. What does it mean to aggregate data? What would be some sources of

data for aggregation? How does the interpretation and evaluation of

aggregated data support the strategic uses of healthcare information?

Choose a job position that you are interested in obtaining, and keep it in mind throughout this assignment. In addressing the below topics, cite the online course, the textbook, and other credible sources to substantiate the points you are making.  Apply the principles learned in this course to demonstrate how I/O psychology benefits both employees and organizations.

In an introduction, clearly state and briefly describe the position you are using as an example. Include a conclusion in your paper that sums up the challenges that an I/O psychologist would face in designing and implementing this position. Format your paper in APA (6th edition) style.  Your paper should be between 3-4p in length. You should spend roughly ½ page on each of the criteria below.

As an I/O psychologist hired to develop your selected sample job for a specific agency:

Describe two job analysis methods would you use and tell why you would use them. How would these methods benefit both the employee and the employer?

Explain how you would avoid making a subjective hiring decision in filling this position?

Detail how you would ensure that you were using employee selection methods that were both reliable and valid.

Explain how you would conduct effective hiring interviews for this position. How do objective, valid, and reliable employee selection methods benefit employees and employers?

Once hired, how would you evaluate an employee in this position? Which method or rating employee performance would you use and why?

Discuss the key issues and problems that should be considered in implementing a good employee-training program for this position. Compare and contrast on-site and off-site training methods for this position, including examples of each.  Recommend training methods for this position.

Choose two distinct theories of motivation and explain how they would apply to an employee in this position. How could the employer help to keep this employee motivated?

Draw conclusions regarding the challenges that an I/O psychologist would face when designing and implementing this position. What would be the greatest challenges to meeting the needs of the employee? Of the employer?

In addition to citing the online course and the text, you are also required to cite a minimum of two scholarly sources.  Please see the Library and Tutoring Services section under Course Home to use Argosy University online library resources to find appropriate scholarly sources. Additional, non-scholarly sources from reputable Web and print sources are also acceptable. For reputable Web sources, look for .org, .net, or .edu sites as opposed to .com sites. Avoid Wikipedia.

For useful APA references please check the Doc Sharing section of the class.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria	Maximum Points
Describes two job analysis methods and the benefits of each to the employee and employer.	20
Explains how to avoid making subjective hiring decisions.	16
Details how to ensure that employee selection methods are both reliable and valid.	16
Explains how effective hiring interviews would be conducted.	16
Describes methods for rating employee performance and benefits of those methods.	20
Discusses employee training program options and makes recommendations.	20
Discusses two distinct theories of motivation and explains how they would apply to an employee.	20
Draws conclusions regarding the challenges that an I/O Psychologist would face when designing and implementing this position.	20
Properly cites two or more external scholarly references.	8
Style (4 points): Tone, audience, and word choice Organization (12 points): Introduction, transitions, and conclusion Usage and Mechanics (12 points): Grammar, spelling, and sentence structure APA Elements (16 points): In text citations and references, paraphrasing, and appropriate use of quotations and other elements of style	44
Total:	200