BA 301 – Research & Analysis of Business Problems
Homework Assignment #6 — Decision Tools
Requirements
Weigh your possible solutions in a weighted matrix table. On the lines below the table describe your 3 proposed solutions in 1-2 sentences each.
You have completed a thorough contextual analysis of your company, and have identified a problem that you will tackle in the paper. Based on your causal analysis, brainstorm and identify 3-4 plausible solutions to address the problem. Be sure they are feasible and ethical solutions. Your solutions should make sense and show solid business decision thinking.
Using the weighted-criteria decision matrix tool we discussed in class, and business thinking to determine key criteria you will use to evaluate the solutions. Build your matrix and evaluate which of the solutions will best solve the problem.
Take the ONE solution from your weighted matrix table and do a cost benefit analysis.
Using the Cost Benefit Analysis tool discussed in class, identify the tangible and intangible costs and benefits associated with your solution. At this point I just want you to identify and list them. If possible, you should try to quantify the tangible components in your final paper. Put this in a table format.
Genetically Modified Foods-Assignment Essay
For this essay, you should choose a topic from the Gale resource on Opposing Viewpoints (see below) and write a 4-5 page essay that argues a clearly defined position about that topic. The essay should have an introduction that has a clear thesis statement and demonstrates the relevance of your topic, several body paragraphs that each make focused claims, and a conclusion.
Purpose and Learning Objectives
The purpose of this assignment is to practice persuasive writing and synthesis of sources. You will increase your critical thinking skills by analyzing yours and others’ assumptions, evaluating multiple perspectives, and developing a clear position. Writing, research, and eloquent written expression are vital for a successful future. You will express all of these skills in this assignment. This essay will be used as the English department assessment for the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s mandated core curriculum assessment of Student Learning Outcomes (SLO). This essay will address the SLO objectives of critical thinking and written communication.
Your research paper should demonstrate the following learning objectives:
- Awareness of the audience to whom you are speaking
- Awareness of the purpose of your argument
- Ability to enter into a scholarly conversation
- Ability to write a qualified and narrow argumentative thesis statement
- Ability to synthesize information from various sources
- Ability to craft an argument with different types of relevant, credible, and detailed support
- Ability to research and identify academic sources
- Ability to summarize, paraphrase, and quote while citing correctly in MLA to avoid plagiarism
- Ability to converse in standard, academic English
Minimum Requirements
- 1,200-1,500 word essay (4-5 pages)
- An interesting and informative title
- A clearly stated thesis in the introduction that articulates your position and what you want to argue in your paper.
- Logical and clear reasons supporting your argument
- A document formatted in correct MLA format
- 5 sources (peer-reviewed journals, books, and reliable web sources)
- One of your sources must disagree with your argument and be used to create a counterargument. A counterargument occurs when you show what the opposing side claims and then refutes that side. For instance, if I am arguing that public schools should require children to be vaccinated unless a documented medical reason prohibits vaccination, then I might cite a source that argues that vaccinations are dangerous. I would show one or two main reasons the source gives and then show why those reasons are invalid as I prove my point about the need for vaccines.
- A refutation of opposing arguments (in the counterargument)
- A synthesis of sources; do not simply summarize your source material, but show how they are connected and respond to them.
- A works cited page in MLA format with corresponding in-text citations. The works cited page should be included in the same document as your essay.
If you fail to meet the minimum requirements, you should not expect to earn higher than a D on the essay (but perhaps much lower).
Due Dates
Refer to the assignment calendar for due dates for this assignment.
Remember, the grade for the peer review is separate from the grade for the essay. See the guidelines for peer review for instructions about completing the peer review proces
Potential Topics
- U.S. Borders (Emigration & Immigration)
- Cuba & Immigration
- Children of illegal immigrants
- Public Transportation
- Civil Rights
- Popular Culture
- Culture of Beauty
- Celebrity Culture
- Renewable Energy
- Animal Experimentation
- Technology & Education
- Vaccines
- Privacy
- Criminal Justice
- Millennial Generation
- Genetically Modified Foods
My topic is : Arguments for and against the use of Vaccines
- Instructions for Peer Review
Peer reviews are an essential part of the revision process, as it’s important to receive feedback on your writing. Even the best writers ask for others to read their work. All you need to do is turn to the acknowledgement section of many books to find praise for others who have read drafts of the book. All important writing should be read by someone else prior to submission.
To earn credit for peer review, you must submit a draft to the peer review discussion board by the due date and comment on one of your classmates’ drafts by the second due date (the schedule lists two due dates: the first is when you must submit your draft; the second is when you must submit your responses to others). You must submit a draft AND comment on someone else’s draft to earn any credit for peer review. Just submitting a draft OR just commenting on someone’s draft will not earn credit.
Drug problem American History Assignment
What responsibility do you think that drug companies have when they distribute highly addictive drugs to the public? How does the reaction of law enforcement to this crisis differ from their response to the crack epidemic of the 1980’s? What are your solutions (at least two) to the drug problem?
BSBMKG511 Analyse data from international markets-C5372 – Diploma in International Business
Assessment Instructions
Assessment Task 1 – (Write Opportunity Report) – Identify Trademap product data
Date handed out: Week 3
Date and time due: Week 7
Group or Individual: This is an individual assessment to be completed by each student
Purpose:
This assessment aims to identify student’s ability to analyse secondary data and interpret trends for international market opportunities. This will provide students with a working knowledge of real-world international market data.
Requirements:
Students are required to produce a short opportunity report that will show how they analyse data and determine international market trends. The report will be per student based on primarily Trademap (& dfat) data and is to be no more than 750 – 1000 words in total.
Special requirements
Students must adhere to both the prescribed assignment format and special requirements below:-
- RMIT assignment cover sheet – Electronic submission wording:
- Use Arial font type and size 11pt
- Minimum one and a half line spacing
- Use only black font colour – (except graphs)
- The assignment must be typed print (not hand written)
- Pages must be numbered
- Spelling and grammar checked
- Title page
- A bibliography page and all information used or cited in your major assignment and MUST be
Referenced per formal Harvard style as available on RMIT University website (where applicable)
- Information must be well presented in a clear, concise, logical and business-like manner, using clear English expression and report style.
- Please note that the main assignment will require communication between groups as to what info will be contributed to the major assessment from this version.
Scope:
Students will be required to undertake desktop research using Trademap data sets from the Trade data website. A report is to be written that clearly identify trends applicable for an international opportunity. Fully referenced data within the report using Harvard referencing as provided as a link in the course guide is required.
1 Assessment 1
The following list of websites will assist you to find your information
- http://www.trademap.org/
- dfat.gov.au/geo/
- xe.com
- cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/
- dfat.gov.au/publications/stats-pubs/cot-cy-2012.pdf
Part A – Tasks:
This report is in two parts and aims to identify opportunities for product import/export in writing this report choose a country that is within Australia’s top 5 trading partners. At this stage (for Q1-3) any country of your choice. Please write short paragraphs with dot-points of key findings.
- Write a short overview of the existing trade (for both imports and exports Australia has with your chosen country). (select no-more than 10 products (5 products that are Imported & 5 that are Exported)
From the above identify appropriate graphs showing 5 of each categories of goods and
- services imported and exported from this country. Explain each graph as appropriate.
- Please show on an appropriate graph what the value of $1AUD against your chosen country’s currency looks like. You should show a graph for both one year and the last 5 years and explain how the Australian dollar has fluctuated in this time against your chosen country’s currency.
Part- B
- Identify from the following list one product from the category (from those listed below) and then:
- Identify the importance of the trade partner
- The range of categories and the types of trading (ie, import/export and No. of products within a category)
- Also, volume and percentage change applicable to each category for a five year cycle,
- including your chosen product and growth in that market cycle
- What is the competitive market structure (identify competing countries for the product)
- Who are they supplying to in that category
- Can you identify reasons
Categories are either:
- Fashion (Sportswear) (Pick only ONE product in this category…eg, Active Wear)
- For Q5. Ensure you only use the following list of countries to answer the dot point items listed:
- From any country that identifies volume of more than 2% (two per centum) Per -Annum.
- May include specific areas of Asia – China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan.
- Identify potential predictions of trends of trade imports and exports of items that have more than 3% volume with your chosen country? Based on Q4 category info, please discuss and use appropriate graphs.
Word count is to be between 750 – 1000 words (graphs and appendix lists – do not count as word count) NB* All graphs are to be explained as to their information detail
Psychosocial Crises of Later Adulthood and Elderhood-Assess the challenges and rewards for counselors working with individuals in this stage of life.
counselling
Psychosocial Crises of Later Adulthood and Elderhood
As individuals approach later adulthood and elderhood, they begin to accept the terminations of old roles and embrace the emergence of new roles, including coming to terms with the concept of death and facing issues related to death. This involves the psychosocial crisis of integrity versus despair for (older adults) and immortality and extinction (elderhood). Draw on your Development Through Life textbook readings, Chapters 13 and 14, to complete the following:
· Assess the challenges and rewards for counselors working with individuals in this stage of life.
· Discuss some of the characteristic challenges present in the psychosocial crisis in these stages of development.
· Describe how your family of origin views the process of caring for the elderly within your family and views the process of death. For this portion of your post, begin a separate paragraph, and feel free to respond to this aspect in the first person.
· Please remember to cite and reference your sources in APA style.
Response Guidelines
Read the posts of your fellow learners and select at least one to respond to in detail. Focus particularly on comparing the views of your respective families of origin.
Resources
· Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
As individuals approach later adulthood and elderhood, they begin to accept the terminations of old roles and embrace the emergence of new roles, including coming to terms with the concept of death and facing issues related to death. This involves the psychosocial crisis of integrity versus despair for (older adults) and immortality and extinction (elderhood). Draw on your Development Through Life textbook readings, Chapters 13 and 14, to complete the following:
· Assess the challenges and rewards for counselors working with individuals in this stage of life.
· Discuss some of the characteristic challenges present in the psychosocial crisis in these stages of development.
· Describe how your family of origin views the process of caring for the elderly within your family and views the process of death. For this portion of your post, begin a separate paragraph, and feel free to respond to this aspect in the first person.
· Please remember to cite and reference your sources in APA style.
Response Guidelines
Read the posts of your fellow learners and select at least one to respond to in detail. Focus particularly on comparing the views of your respective families of origin.
Resources
· Discussion Participation Scoring Guide.
Methods in Behavioral Research-What is the relationship between applied research and basic research
Search for Methods in Behavioral Research.
Select two research articles to review on the topic above. Include at least one applied research article and one basic research article. Be sure to apply the scientific method to evaluate the evidence presented in the selected articles. Use these articles as a framework for completing the questionnaire.
PART I:
- What is the purpose of each of the sections in a typical researches?
- What are the steps to critically evaluate research articles and how does the scientific method help you do this?
PART II:
- What is the relationship between applied research and basic research? Provide an example from your selected studies, of how each contributes to the body of knowledge.
- What ethical issues can you identify in the selected articles? How were the issues addressed or neglected?
PART III:
- Identify three possible research topics that you might want to explore further as you go through this course.
Family Therapy- create a psychoeducational pamphlet for parents to prepare them for an IEP meeting with their child
Essay/ Pamphlet
Family Therapy Course
For this week’s assignment, create a psychoeducational pamphlet for parents to prepare them for an IEP meeting with their child. Provide basic information about IEPs and related procedures in the pamphlet, including a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section. This section should have a minimum of 10 questions with brief answers. The guide should be clear, easy to read and helpful to the parents attending their first IEP meeting. Use any of the resources you examined this week to point the client to further information that might be helpful to them. Include a bulleted list of resources for parents in your pamphlet in case they need more support or information.
For this week’s assignment, create a psychoeducational pamphlet for parents to prepare them for an IEP meeting with their child. Provide basic information about IEPs and related procedures in the pamphlet, including a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section. This section should have a minimum of 10 questions with brief answers. The guide should be clear, easy to read and helpful to the parents attending their first IEP meeting. Use any of the resources you examined this week to point the client to further information that might be helpful to them. Include a bulleted list of resources for parents in your pamphlet in case they need more support or information.
Traditional Learning Theories-Compare and contrast the general theories proposed by Pavlov and Skinner
Traditional Learning Theories
Prior to beginning work on this discussion, please read McSweeney & Murphy (2014) Part 1: Basic Classical Conditioning (Chapters 1 through 3) and Part 3: Basic Operational Conditioning (Chapters 8 through 10), and view the required video Classical and Operant Conditioning.
Include the following components in your initial post:
- Compare and contrast the general theories proposed by Pavlov and Skinner.
- Examine and describe the researcher’s contribution(s) to psychology theory and practice.
- Examine the major theoretical approaches proposed by the authors including any related research methods and/or assessment instruments associated with him or her.
- Evaluate any issues and cultural considerations associated with your assigned theorist.
- Analyze and describe how the American Psychological Association (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct might affect the implementation of your theorist’s personality assessments.
- Assess the types of personality measurements and research designs associated with your assigned theorist and describe how they have evolved.
In addition to the required resources for the learning theories, research a minimum of one peer-reviewed article from the Ashford Univer
describing the historical progression of this particular area of psychology- discuss the historical progression of your chosen area of psychology. Describe how this area of psychology evolved into a specialization
Psychology Paper
PAPER #1.
Choose an area of psychology covered during the course that is of interest to you or in which you already work, such as developmental, cognitive, neuroscience, et cetera. You will be describing the historical progression of this particular area of psychology. How did it develop as a specialized area of psychology? You will then be illustrating how this area of psychology has both been influenced by social or political events, as well as has influenced social or political events.
To get an idea of the many specializations to choose from, visit the American Psychological Associations divisions (linked in the Resources).
In a well-written 4–5 page scholarly paper please address the following:
· Begin with a discussion of the historical progression of your chosen area of psychology. Describe how this area of psychology evolved into a specialization.
· For the body of your paper, provide discussion on the relationship between your chosen field in psychology and society through social and political influences. Within the context of your chosen field, your paper must address:
. How the particular area of psychology that you chose influences social and political events. Provide specific examples supported by your readings.
. How social and political events have influenced this area of psychology. Provide specific examples supported by your readings.
. How two areas in practice and research that apply to your chosen field in psychology affect society in a helpful and a harmful manner. For example, two areas you might focus on in cognitive psychology are the use of brain scanning technology and research in the area of attention processes. Use specific “real world” examples, and support your examples with information from your readings.
· Conclude your paper with a reflection on how and why knowledge of the history of psychology is necessary for those who want to work in your chosen field.
In addition to other professional sources, such as your textbook, use a minimum of two scholarly sources to support your ideas. Please note that popular websites are not acceptable sources of support.
As a mental health professional in the new era, consider how the appropriate application of statistical analysis can be used to understand real-world issues and issues in behavioral science, and to make informed decision making. As a mental health professional, you are expected to remain current on field research and to apply the new knowledge within your work.
PAPER #2.For this assignment, complete the following:
1. Select an area of interest within psychology.
2. Use the Capella library to locate one peer-reviewed journal article in your area of interest that uses interpretation of statistical analysis to study an issue that is important in individual, organizational, or social contexts. Select an article that uses quantitative (not qualitative) analyses to address an important individual, organizational, or social issue.
3. Write a 2–3-page paper in which you will provide a critical analysis of the article. The criteria that will be used to assess your paper are listed below. Follow the directions listed below each criterion.
. Criterion 1: Explain an issue explored through quantitative research in a peer-reviewed journal article.
. In your words, explain the issue that the study was undertaken to address and why it is important in individual, organizational, or social contexts.
· Criterion 2: Evaluate research that proposes solutions based on interpretation of statistical analyses.
. Explain and evaluate the research methodology, including the following:
1. Relevance and clarity of the research questions and hypotheses.
1. Methods of sampling and gathering data.
1. Methods of statistical analyses.
. Evaluate areas of strength and areas of weakness in the study design and research process.
· Criterion 3: Assess conclusions based on interpretation and selection of supporting statistical analyses.
. Explain and evaluate how the statistical analyses support the conclusions, or if the support is not conclusive.
. Was the null hypothesis rejected or did the author (or authors) fail to reject the null hypothesis?
. Optional: Propose alternative experimental methods or hypotheses that could be used to investigate the study’s issue.
· Criterion 4: Write clearly and concisely, with correct spelling, grammar, and logical organization, and with respect for readers.
. Try to write in the clearest, most concise, and direct way.
. Check spelling, grammar, punctuation, and organization.
. Explain the meaning of statistical terms in plain language.
. Communicate in a manner that respects the dignity, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and individual uniqueness of a diverse audience.
Choose an area of psychology covered during the course that is of interest to you or in which you already work, such as developmental, cognitive, neuroscience, et cetera. You will be describing the historical progression of this particular area of psychology. How did it develop as a specialized area of psychology? You will then be illustrating how this area of psychology has both been influenced by social or political events, as well as has influenced social or political events.
To get an idea of the many specializations to choose from, visit the American Psychological Associations divisions (linked in the Resources).
In a well-written 4–5 page scholarly paper please address the following:
· Begin with a discussion of the historical progression of your chosen area of psychology. Describe how this area of psychology evolved into a specialization.
· For the body of your paper, provide discussion on the relationship between your chosen field in psychology and society through social and political influences. Within the context of your chosen field, your paper must address:
. How the particular area of psychology that you chose influences social and political events. Provide specific examples supported by your readings.
. How social and political events have influenced this area of psychology. Provide specific examples supported by your readings.
. How two areas in practice and research that apply to your chosen field in psychology affect society in a helpful and a harmful manner. For example, two areas you might focus on in cognitive psychology are the use of brain scanning technology and research in the area of attention processes. Use specific “real world” examples, and support your examples with information from your readings.
· Conclude your paper with a reflection on how and why knowledge of the history of psychology is necessary for those who want to work in your chosen field.
In addition to other professional sources, such as your textbook, use a minimum of two scholarly sources to support your ideas. Please note that popular websites are not acceptable sources of support.
As a mental health professional in the new era, consider how the appropriate application of statistical analysis can be used to understand real-world issues and issues in behavioral science, and to make informed decision making. As a mental health professional, you are expected to remain current on field research and to apply the new knowledge within your work.
PAPER #2.For this assignment, complete the following:
1. Select an area of interest within psychology.
2. Use the Capella library to locate one peer-reviewed journal article in your area of interest that uses interpretation of statistical analysis to study an issue that is important in individual, organizational, or social contexts. Select an article that uses quantitative (not qualitative) analyses to address an important individual, organizational, or social issue.
3. Write a 2–3-page paper in which you will provide a critical analysis of the article. The criteria that will be used to assess your paper are listed below. Follow the directions listed below each criterion.
. Criterion 1: Explain an issue explored through quantitative research in a peer-reviewed journal article.
. In your words, explain the issue that the study was undertaken to address and why it is important in individual, organizational, or social contexts.
· Criterion 2: Evaluate research that proposes solutions based on interpretation of statistical analyses.
. Explain and evaluate the research methodology, including the following:
1. Relevance and clarity of the research questions and hypotheses.
1. Methods of sampling and gathering data.
1. Methods of statistical analyses.
. Evaluate areas of strength and areas of weakness in the study design and research process.
· Criterion 3: Assess conclusions based on interpretation and selection of supporting statistical analyses.
. Explain and evaluate how the statistical analyses support the conclusions, or if the support is not conclusive.
. Was the null hypothesis rejected or did the author (or authors) fail to reject the null hypothesis?
. Optional: Propose alternative experimental methods or hypotheses that could be used to investigate the study’s issue.
· Criterion 4: Write clearly and concisely, with correct spelling, grammar, and logical organization, and with respect for readers.
. Try to write in the clearest, most concise, and direct way.
. Check spelling, grammar, punctuation, and organization.
. Explain the meaning of statistical terms in plain language.
. Communicate in a manner that respects the dignity, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and individual uniqueness of a diverse audience.
debate an ethical dilemma around test development while relating it to validity and reliability concepts-Is it ethical for the school to continue to use the test
Discussion post –
In this discussion, you will debate an ethical dilemma around test development while relating it to validity and reliability concepts.
Consider the following scenario:
A private school utilizes a test with well-established predictive validity for admissions. However, members of a particular group tend to score low on this test. In your initial post, answer the following question: