Applied Psychology: From Theory to Practice Final Paper

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Week 5 – Final Paper

Applied Psychology: From Theory to Practice Final Paper

For your Final Paper assignment, you will demonstrate your knowledge of applied behavioral science by utilizing summarizing information you have learned throughout this course.
Prepare: To begin, review the case study you selected in Week Three of the course. Remember, you must use this case study. Pay special attention to the topic you selected and the area from which you will draw your research on the topic as noted in the title of the case study. For example, if you selected Case Study #1, you would explore the topic of Major Depressive Disorder from the clinical psychology perspective. If you selected Case Study #5, you would explore motivation from the industrial organizational psychology perspective.
Reflect: Next, research the chosen topic using scholarly resources, and craft a thesis statement regarding your selected topic. For assistance with creating a thesis statement, utilize the Thesis Generator (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. tool on the Ashford University Writing Center website. Your final paper must contain at least six peer-reviewed journal articles, published within the past 10 years, which are cited according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Examples of peer reviewed journals include, but are not limited to, the Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Journal of Clinical Psychology, Behavioral Interventions, The Behavior Analyst Today, Journal of Speech-Language Pathology & Applied Behavior Analysis,and Journal of Behavioral Education. Additional scholarly sources (e.g., information from government websites and professional association websites) may be included over and above the required six peer-reviewed journal articles. Popular sources (Wikipedia, Newsweek, New York Times, Psychology Today, About.com, PsychCentral.com, etc.) are not considered peer-reviewed sources. For further assistance in determining whether or not a source is a peer-reviewed journal article, be sure to access the Scholarly and Popular Resources (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. tutorial on the Ashford University Library website.
Write: In a well-developed eight- to ten-page paper address the following criteria for the case study you selected in Week Three. See the ABS200 Case Study List located in your online classroom to review the case studies.

The paper must begin with a well-written introduction that includes a succinct thesis statement. For assistance with creating a thesis statement, utilize the Thesis Generator (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. tool on the Ashford University Writing Center website.
Your introductory paragraph must include a description of the basic characteristics of science and a definition of applied behavioral science and the area of psychology from which the case study is explored.
Identify and describe the potential source(s) and/or cause(s) of the issue that is/are relevant to the selected case study (e.g., genetic, environmental, social, cultural, organizational).
Examine the case study by applying one psychological theory of your choice pertinent to applied behavioral science.
Describe scientific research that is relevant to your selected case study. Include past and current findings and note any key changes.
Identify and describe any relevant trends in working with your intended population.
Detail a suggested plan of action, including advantages and disadvantages, for moving forward.
Specify what you would do to build rapport with the clients in the selected case study.
State ethical considerations that are relevant to this case.
You must end your paper with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis and include an examination of the pros and cons (advantages and disadvantages) of utilizing at least one applied behavioral science intervention method to address the concerns in the scenario you selected.

The Applied Psychology: From Theory to Practice Final Paper

Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
Must include a separate title page with the following:
- Title of paper
- Student’s name
- Course name and number
- Instructor’s name
- Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. View the Critical Thinking Community (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. website for further assistance.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis and summarizes supporting evidence.
Must use at least six peer-reviewed journal articles as sources, including a minimum of four from the Ashford University Library.
- The Scholarly, Peer Reviewed, and Other Credible Sources (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source for a particular assignment.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

February 3, 2018

ABS200 Week 5 Discussion Replies

Respond to Peers:Review several of your classmates’ posts, and by 11:59 p.m. on Day 7 of the week, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts. You are encouraged to post your required replies earlier in the week to promote more meaningful interactive discourse in this discussion. In your reply to your classmates, you must identify usage of applied behavioral science concepts in your classmates’ posts. In addition, ask questions that might help to further your understanding of the discussion or take the discussion to a deeper level. Did you agree with their conclusions based on the examples they presented? Why, or why not? Did they communicate the concepts from the readings in a clear, accurate, and precise manner? Explain. View the Critical Thinking Community (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. website for further assistance.

Candace Lyons

FridayJan 26 at 11:50amManage Discussion Entry
I worked as an executive assistant to the Garrison Commander who was a Colonel in the Army. I had expressed interest in moving to another position and told him my future goals. He really invested time with me and challenged me to do more and do it better. He led by example and he also empowered me to take over projects and lead teams. He would task me to do things that I had never done before and write speeches for him to deliver at observances. I was very frustrated at first. When I messed up, which I did a lot of at first, he called me in his office and asked me to explain my rationale. Then he would walk me through his thought process and introduced me to resources that he used. When he moved on to his next assignment, I was offered and accepted a position working as an advisor to a 3-Star General. He really played a major role in launching my career.
I would describe him as a transformational leader. “Transformational leaders motivate and inspire their followers to exceed expectations and foster personal growth” (Mühlberger and Traut-Mattausch, 2015, p. 201). He really challenged me to think more strategically, provided constructive feedback, and invested time into my professional development. He knew I had a vested interest in mission success and that I would give my all. He gave me the confidence to believe in my abilities and pursue my goals. He also gave me stern reminders to go back to school and get my degree.
I currently work with international allies and across the globe. Globalization has changed the workplace, requiring people to understand the strength in diversity and cultural ethics. Each Presidential administration changes the dynamics of international relationships. Industry and Organizational psychologist can help people discover the world from other vantage points.
According to our text, “self-efficacy refers to an individual’s belief in his or her ability to successfully complete the steps required for a given task or to achieve a certain goal” (McCarthy Et. 2016). The Commander changed my belief in my abilities and what I could achieve if I applied myself. He was very confident in his own abilities.
I always try to achieve optimal performance at work. I give too much of my best sometimes and have nothing left by the time I have to finish homework. I need to set SMART goals for myself and work to prioritize them so that I am not overloaded and unable to accomplish the things that are most important.
McCarthy, C. J., DeLisi, M., Getzfeld, A. R., McCarthy, C. J., Moss-King, D. A., Mossler, R., Privitera, G. J., Spence, C., Walker, J. D., Weinberg, R. S., & Youssef-Morgan, C. M. (2016). Introduction to applied behavioral science [Electronic version]. Retrieved from https://content.ashford.edu/
Mühlberger, M. D., & Traut-Mattausch, E. (2015). Leading to Effectiveness Comparing Dyadic Coaching and Group Coaching. The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, 51(2), 198-230. Retrieved from the EBSCOhost database.

Jauron James

FridayJan 26 at 12:20pmManage Discussion Entry
Identify the leader.
Although I did not care for this individual during my time at Marine Corps boot camp, the leader that I chose for this discussion is Drill Instructor Morgan (United States Marine Corps.
Provide specific examples of what this person did and/or said to impact your career/work attitudes and behaviors.
So as we all know depending on the individual, no matter the branch of service one chooses, military boot camp will have its share of difficulties. Growing up I was very cocky and athletic. I was the type of person that I would not give a person the satisfaction of thinking they got the best of me or would not allow them to tell me I couldn’t accomplish something. He did just that. He told me that I wasn’t good enough and wouldn’t make it to graduation. Through physical fitness, Drill Instructor Morgan challenged me each and each day to push far beyond what I had believed my personal limitations to be. Long story short, within my career and life he showed how not to allow personal expectations to limit me in my growth. He taught me how to push past the pain and adversity which has translated into who I am today as a child of God, husband, father, and Marine.
Review the Instructor Guidance and describe the leadership behaviors of the person you selected in terms of transactional and transformational leadership styles.
Transactional – First and foremost, as for contingent rewards, that’s funny. We were lucky receiving 5 minutes to eat. I will say that he was very active and passive in the management of the recruits. In the beginning he was constantly down our throats until we began to learn what was expected of us, then he took a passive role by giving us a little more freedom. Until we messed up then the consequences would be worse than before.
As for transformational, I wouldn’t say it was the individual but the process, the challenges that we endured. They were just a part of the systematic approach of tearing and recruit down and building them back up into a United States Marines.
Consider the information in the textbook about our rapidly changing environment and the impact of globalization on business environments. Specify what types of education, training, and/or relevant experiences you will need to be prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing, global workplace.
When it comes to myself and this question, I would use my experience within the Marine Corps to successfully manage in a rapidly changing field. In the military, we a constantly evolving in our system and updating our policy. For us we must continue to evolve and be well rounded, so change is nothing new. We should all seek to find better practices to improve the workplace.
Examine the uses and applications of self-efficacy research in relation to both the leader you selected and your own approach to learning and work. Specifically, explore the role of self-efficacy in the leader’s and your own learning motivation and workplace behavior.
Like I said before, Drill Instructor Morgan was in place to facilitate the learning process. While they took great pride in tearing us down, they also helped build confidence in ourselves by accomplishing task that we didn’t think we could be where it was to jumping off the repel tower, and completing the Crucible. By going through that 13 week period it changed my belief about what I could accomplish. Individuals develop a sense of self-efficacy from personal performance, learning by example, social interactions, and how they feel in a situation (McCarthy, DeLisi, Getzfeld, McCarthy, Moss-King, Mossler, Privitera, Spence, Walker, Weinberg & Youssef-Morgan, 2016, sect 8.3)
Select at least two basic science topics from Chapter 10: Sport Psychology, and describe how these topics are also relevant to your learning and career/work settings (e.g., optimal performance, optimal development, optimal experience, competition, self-determination theory, social loafing, goal-setting, etc.).
Although the Marine Corps is a brotherhood, we are also in competition when it comes to promotion. That very thing drives to seek self-improvement in hopes that our body of work outweighs the next Marine. Goal-setting also proves to be very important as well constantly have requirements that must be met in order to complete the mission. Unlike other careers, mission accomplishment for service members can prove to be life or death for someone.
References:
McCarthy, C. J., DeLisi, M., Getzfeld, A. R., McCarthy, C. J., Moss-King, D. A., Mossler, R., Privitera, G. J., Spence, C., Walker, J. D., Weinberg, R. S., & Youssef-Morgan, C. M. (2016). Introduction to applied behavioral science [Electronic version].Retrieved from https://content.ashford.edu/
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February 3, 2018

ABS200 Week 5 Discussion-leadership

Write: Include the following in your post:

Identify the leader.
Provide specific examples of what this person did and/or said to impact your career/work attitudes and behaviors.
Review the Instructor Guidance and describe the leadership behaviors of the person you selected in terms of transactional and transformational leadership styles.
Consider the information in the textbook about our rapidly changing environment and the impact of globalization on business environments. Specify what types of education, training, and/or relevant experiences you will need to be prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing, global workplace.
Examine the uses and applications of self-efficacy research in relation to both the leader you selected and your own approach to learning and work. Specifically, explore the role of self-efficacy in the leader’s and your own learning motivation and workplace behavior.
Select at least two basic science topics from Chapter 10: Sport Psychology, and describe how these topics are also relevant to your learning and career/work settings (e.g., optimal performance, optimal development, optimal experience, competition, self-determination theory, social loafing, goal-setting, etc.).

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). All sources must be cited according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. For further assistance in researching scholarly sources, be sure to access the tutorials page (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. on the Ashford University Library website.

February 3, 2018

developing a policy in the country

share some of your ideas on how you can use the knowledge and insights gained in this course to promote positive social change in a community/country and the world. It is advisable to select a community/country other than the one where you live. DO NOT USE THE UNITED STATES
To prepare for the Final Project, review all the week’s Learning Resources and consider possible issues you might encounter when implementing a policy.

Note: In grading your required Final Project, your Instructor uses a Final Project Rubric located in the Course Informationarea. Review this rubric prior to completing your assignment.

Final Project (7–10 pages), not including the cover and the references:
In developing a policy in the country you selected, consider the following:

Explain the rationale for selecting the country.
Describe the social determinants of health in the country that you would need to address. Explain why you need to address these determinants.
Explain the possible public issues you might encounter in health literacy and cultural awareness in this country.
Describe the relationship between health inequality/inequities and life expectancy for the population in your selected country.
Describe two current efforts in this country (you selected) to reduce health inequities.
Explain how you might develop a health policy so that it gets the support of the country you selected. Note: Take into account the culture of the country.

Use APA formatting for your Final Project and to cite your resources. Expand on your insights utilizing the Learning Resources.
Resources:

Wilkinson, R., & Pickett, K. (2010). The spirit level: Why greater equality makes societies stronger. New York, NY: Bloomsbury Press.
Chapter 15, “Equality and Sustainability” (pp. 217–234)

Alles, M., Eussen, S., Ake-Tano, O., Diouf, S., Tanya, A., Lakati, A., . . . Mauras, C. (2013). Situational analysis and expert evaluation of the nutrition and health status of infants and young children in five countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Food and Nutrition Bulletin, 34(3), 287–298.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Baum, F. (2008). The Commission on the Social Determinants of Health: Reinventing health promotion for the twenty-first century? Critical Public Health, 18(4), 457–466.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Dankwa-Mullan, I., Rhee, K. B., Williams, K., Sanchez, I., Sy, F. S., Stinson, N., & Ruffin, J. (2010). The science of eliminating health disparities: Summary and analysis of the NIH summit recommendations. American Journal of Public Health, 100(Suppl. 1), S12–S18.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Jones, C. M. (2010). The moral problem of health disparities. American Journal of Public Health, 100(Suppl. 1), S47–S51.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Koh, H. K., & Nowinski, J. M. (2010). Health equity and public health leadership. American Journal of Public Health, 100(Suppl. 1), S9–S11.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Kruk, M. E., Porignon, D., Rockers, P. C., & Van Lerberghe, W. V. (2010). The contribution of primary care to health and health systems in low- and middle-income countries: A critical review of major primary care initiatives. Social Science & Medicine, 70(6), 904–911.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

Venkatapuram, S. (2010). Global justice and the social determinants of health. Ethics & International Affairs, 24(2), 119–130.
Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.

February 3, 2018

Case INTRODUCTION TO HYPOTHESIS TESTING

Module 3 – Case

INTRODUCTION TO HYPOTHESIS TESTING

Assignment Overview

Suppose that a 2012 National Health Interview Survey gives the number of adults in the United States which gives the number of adults in the United States (reported in thousands) classified by their age group, and whether or not respondents have ever been tested for HIV. Here are the data:
Age Group
Tested
Never Tested
18–44 years
50,080
56,405
45–64 years
23,768
48,537
65–74 years
2,694
15,162
75 years and older
1,247
14,663
Total
77,789
134,767
Discuss probability. What is its history? What is the theory of probability? How is it calculated? What are the advantages and disadvantages of using this technique?

Identify and discuss the two major categories of probability interpretations, whose adherents possess conflicting views about the fundamental nature of probability.
Based on this survey, what is the probability that a randomly selected American adult has never been tested? Show your work. Hint: using the data in the two total rows, this would be calculated as p (NT) /( p (NT) + p (T)), where p is probability.
What proportion of 18- to 44-year-old Americans have never been tested for HIV? Hint: using the values in the 18–44 cells, this would be calculated as p (NT) / ( p (NT) + p (T)), where p is probability. Show your work.

Submit your (2-3 pages) paper by the end of this module.

Assignment Expectations

Assessment and Grading: Your paper will be assessed based on the performance assessment rubric that is linked within the course. Review it before you begin working on the assignment.

February 3, 2018

Managing Fixed And Variable Cost For Organization: Walmart Vs Starbucks

1. In Excel®, chart the relationship between total cost and the number of units produced (output) for each organization/company. Plot two lines on the graph – one line for each company you analyzed.
2. Summarize the key technology, concept, or strategy on which your business is based.

February 3, 2018

Assignment 2: Designing Value-Based Service

Assignment 2: Designing Value-Based Service
As the rate of innovation increases, companies face expanding product/service lines, shorter product and service lifecycles, and more frequent product/service transitions. All of these can bring tremendous value but also pose enormous challenges and risks.
The article “The Art of Managing New Product Transitions” by Erhun, Gonclave, and Hopman (2007) from the readings for this module includes a matrix titled “Product Drivers and Risk Factors,” which focuses on Intel, a company that manufactures high-tech products (p. 76). Based on your readings and research, address the following issues:
Redesign the product risk factor matrix so that the factors are appropriate for a services firm that delivers traditional tax accounting and audit services. For example, among the supply risks, assume that the company relies on individuals with specific knowledge of the tax law in the jurisdictions where its clients operate, be it state, federal, or foreign.
Now, assume that the firm wants to develop a management consultancy practice. (Alternatively, you may choose to add a legal services line instead.). Create a separate new matrix that summarizes the additional risk factors for this firm launching a management consultancy or legal services line. What additional risk factors are you adding to your matrix?
Explain how the business risks differ between traditional tax and audit services and management consulting services. In your opinion, what are the three biggest risks the firm faces if it diversifies into the new service line?
Recommend whether the firm should organically grow into a consultancy service or acquire a third party to achieve new goals. Justify your recommendations.
Develop a 6–8-slide presentation in PowerPoint format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M2_A2.ppt.
Be sure to include the following in your presentation:
A title slide
An agenda slide
A reference slide
Headings for each section
Speaker notes to support the content in each slide
By the due date assigend, deliver your assignment to the Submissions Area.
Erhun, F., Gonçalves, P., & Hopman, J. (2007). The art of managing new product transitions. MIT Sloan Management Review, 48(3), 73. (ProQuest Document ID:224964759) http://search.proquest.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/docview/224964759?accountid=34899
Assignment 2 Grading CriteriaMaximum Points
Redesigned the product risk factor matrix for a services firm that has traditionally provided tax and audit services and now wants to develop into a management consultancy.
20
Created a new matrix that summarizes the additional risk factors for this firm launching a management consultancy or legal services line. Identified additional risk factors to add to the matrix.
20
Explained how the business risks differ between these two types of services. Listed and ranked the three biggest risks if the firm diversifies into the new service line.
36
Recommended with appropriate justification on whether the firm should organically grow itself into a consultancy or acquire a third party to achieve its goals
12
Wrote using ethical scholarship, visual aesthetics, proper grammar, and mechanics.
12Total:100
Rubric Name: B6029_M2A2_Grading_Rubric
Assignment 2 Grading CriteriaMaximum PointsGR1 Redesigned the product risk factor matrix for a services firm that has traditionally provided tax and audit services and now wants to develop into a management consultancy.20 points
GR2 Created a new matrix that summarizes the additional risk factors for this firm launching a management consultancy or legal services line. Identified additional risk factors to add to the matrix20 points
GR3 Explained how the business risks differ between these two types of services. Listed and ranked the three biggest risks if the firm diversifies into the new service line.36 points
GR4 Recommended with appropriate justification on whether the firm should organically grow itself into a consultancy or acquire a third party to achieve its goals12 points
GR5 Wrote using ethical scholarship, visual aesthetics, proper grammar, and mechanics.12 points
Overall ScoreTotal Score
0 or more

February 3, 2018

Powepoint Presentation With Speaker Notes

Develop a PowerPoint presentation suitable for your colleagues that illustrates how online learning modules can fill gaps and support meaningful, authentic learning. Include the following in your presentation:
•Anticipate and rebut potential reasons your colleagues may resist online learning.
•Consider the Learning Resources and your school or business. What gaps might be filled with an online learning option? How can online learning modules support meaningful, authentic learning?
•Include references to the LMS you visited. Incorporate appropriate animations, transitions, and graphics as well as speaker notes for each slide. The speaker notes may be comprised of brief paragraphs or bulleted lists.
Support your presentation with at least three scholarly resources for each of the bullet points listed above. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included.
Length: 12 – 15 slides (with a separate reference slide)
Notes Length: 100-150 words for each slide Be sure to include citations for quotations and paraphrases with references in APA format and style where appropriate. Save the file as PPT with the correct course code information.
Fullan, M. (2002). The change leader.
Lemke, C., & Coughlin, E. (2009). The change agents.
Rooke, D., & Torbert, W. (2005). Seven transformations of leadership.
Wankel, L. A., & Blessinger, P. (2013). Increasing student engagement and retention using mobile applications: Smartphones, skype and texting …

February 3, 2018

4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution

Unit II Discussion Board Question
One of the topics that consistently gets discussed under the realm of workers’ compensation is the topic of reducing costs. How do you think worker’ compensation costs could be reduced in your place of work? If you are not currently working, use your last job, or use an industry that you are familiar with as an example.
Unit II Discussion Board Question
In the case, Marshall v. Barlow’s, Inc. in 1978, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution required a warrant for a nonconsensual OSHA inspection. Changes to 29 CFR 1903.4 allows OSHA to obtain warrants without the owner’s knowledge under appropriate circumstances, which allows inspections to proceed without advance warning. However, in cases where OSHA shows up at a facility with no prior notice and does not obtain a warrant on an ex parte basis, the owner may require a warrant to be obtained prior to allowing an inspection to occur. Some companies have standing rules to require warrants for all inspections.
Discuss the positive and negative aspects of requiring a warrant prior to allowing any OSHA inspection to occur at a facility. Provide sound reasoning for your answer.
Word count no less than 100 words per discussion