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Research Investigation

Progress Check 2 Research Investigation

SCS 200 Research Investigation Progress Check 2 Guidelines and Rubric
Overview: Throughout Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, you have been guided through continuing your work on Project One (a research investigation), which you will continue to work on in Theme: Tailoring the Message to an Audience and formally submit to your instructor at the end of Week 5. This assignment provides you with an important opportunity to get valuable instructor feedback on the progress you are making and to ensure you are on the right track for your later submission.
Prompt: Throughout Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, you have had opportunities to fine-tune your selected social sciences issue and begin exploring academic sources that can support your continued research on your issue. As you complete this work throughout Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, you should continue to build from the previous work you completed and submitted in Research Investigation Progress Check 1. Specifically, in this assignment, you will submit the Project One elements listed below for review by your instructor.
In Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, learning block 4-2 (page 1), you completed the following work, building from your work in Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues:
I. Introduction A. Describe the issue in the social sciences that you have selected to investigate.
Why is this issue significant?
In Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, learning block 4-2 (page 3), you completed the following work:
I. Introduction B. Describe at least three social science resources that you could use to investigate
the issue you selected. Your sources must be relevant to your issue and must be of an academic nature appropriate for the issue. In your description, consider questions such as these: What are the similarities and differences in the content of your sources? What makes them appropriate and relevant for investigating your issue? What was your thought process when you were searching for sources? How did you make choices?
In Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues, learning block 4-3 (page 2), you completed the following work:
II. Body A. Identify the social science principles that apply to your issue. In other words,
which principles of social science apply to the issue you selected? B. Explain how the principles you identified apply to your issue. In other words, how
are the social science principles you identified relevant to your issue?
In Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, learning block 4-3 (page 3), you completed the following work:
III. Conclusion A. Based on your investigation, develop a research question related to the issue you
selected. In other words, what would you like to know more about? B. Explain how a social scientist would go about investigating the research question
you developed. In other words, what would the next steps be if a social scientist were to continue researching your question?
In Theme: Performing the Research Investigation, learning block 3-3 (page 3), learning block 4-1 (page 3), and learning block 4-2 (page 3), you began working on the following section of the prompt:
IV. Provide a reference list that includes all of the social science resources you used to investigate your issue and question. Ensure that your list is formatted according to current APA guidelines (or another format with instructor permission).
Please note that the numbering included above directly aligns with the numbering of these elements as they are presented in the Project One Guidelines and Rubric document.

Rubric Guidelines for Submission: Submit your progress check assignment as a Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Your submission should be 2 to 4 pages in length. Any citations should be formatted according to APA style.
Critical Elements Proficient (100%) Needs Improvement (80%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Introduction: Issue Describes selected issue in social sciences and its significance, reflecting an initial understanding of the issue and the social sciences
Describes selected issue in social sciences and its significance, but with gaps in detail or clarity
Does not describe selected issue in social sciences or its significance
13
Introduction: Social Science Resources
Describes at least three relevant and appropriate social science resources that could be used to investigate selected issue
Describes at least three social science resources that could be used to investigate selected issue, but with gaps in appropriateness, relevance, or detail
Does not describe at least three social science resources that could be used to investigate selected issue
13
Body: Identify Principles Identifies social science principles that apply to issue, citing sources
Identifies social science principles that apply to issue, but with gaps in accuracy or citation
Does not identify social science principles that apply to issue
13
Body: Explain Principles Explains how identified principles apply to issue, citing sources
Explains how identified principles apply to issue, but with gaps in detail, clarity, or citation
Does not explain how identified principles apply to issue
13
Conclusion: Research Question
Develops research question related to selected issue, based on investigation
Develops research question related to selected issue, but question is not based on investigation
Does not develop research question related to selected issue
13
Conclusion: Social Scientist
Explains how a social scientist would go about investigating research question
Explains how a social scientist would go about investigating research question, but with gaps in clarity, detail, or logic
Does not explain how a social scientist would go about investigating research question
13
Reference List Provides reference list that includes all social science resources used to investigate issue and question, ensuring that list is formatted according to current APA guidelines
Provides reference list that includes all social science resources used to investigate issue and question, but list has gaps in adherence to current APA formatting guidelines
Does not provide reference list that includes all social science resources used to investigate issue and question
13
Articulation of Response Submission has no major errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization
Submission has major errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that negatively impact readability and articulation of main ideas
Submission has critical errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that prevent understanding of ideas
9
Total 100%
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CONFLICTING VIEWPOINT 4

RUNNING HEAD: CONFLITING VIEWPOINT 1
CONFLICTING VIEWPOINT 4


Conflicting Viewpoint Essay Part 1

Buddhi Maharjan

PHI 210

Geran F.Dodson

Jan 14, 2018

Conflicting Viewpoint Essay Part 1

The following paper based on the certain issue of the believing game which resists the biases to provide reasons for opposing view from an own point of view (Elbow,2006).The issue of concern is “Should animal used for scientific testing.” By the believing game that animal can use for the testing purpose. The paper based on the study of believing and opposing arguments on the topic.

Approximately 26 million animals across the world are used for the scientific test. Animal testing is generally to ensure the safety of the animal product for human, develop the medical treatment. And other healthcare used. The fact of a scientific test of animal for life-saving which should be supported as no alternative method and may ways and some of animal s are very similar to human.

A scientific test of animal has a different opponents view. The first reason is testing animal only the cruelty of the animals. Cording to the view of opponents, other alternatives are available to research.Thirdly, It is an opposing reason that animals are different from human.

According to biomedical research association, since past 100 years, the animal testing very helpful to save human life.For example, a test of hepatitis C in chimpanzees was succeeded to save a more human life.If the test is happening to save human life, there shouldn’t be any offense.

Firstly, it should ensure animal life will be saved after testing and less harm after the test.If there is an alternative source for testing, scientists will not use an animal.

The scientific test is based on purpose to save our lives, not for any commercial benefits.If animal testing is a purpose for commercial benefit, then it is ethically and morally wrong as a human being.

Reference

Connelly, F.M. & Clandinin, D.J. (1990).Stories of experience and narrative

Inquiry.Educational Researcher,19(5), 2-14.

Elbow, P. (2006). The believing game and how to make conflicting opinions more

Fruitful.Nurturing the Peacemaker in Our Students: A Guide to Teaching Peace,

Empathy, and Understanding, 16-25.

Procons,(2016).Should animals be used for scientific testing? Retrieved from

http://animal-testing.procon.org

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Gender, Race and Crime

Law – Gender, Race and Crime

Annotated Bibliography – Gender, Race & Crime
MACJ560
(PLEASE PLACE IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
1. Living and Health Conditions of Women on a Female Prison Unit
Ribeiro César Alves, Érica Surama; Barbosa Davim, Rejane Marie; Monteiro e. Oliveira, Luciana Ferreira; Ribeiro César Rodrigues, Erta Soraya; de França Nóbrega, Mércia; Anbar Torquato, Jamili Journal of Nursing UFPE / Revista de Enfermagem UFPE, Mar2016; 10(3): 958-968. 11p. (Article – research) ISSN: 1981-8963, Database: CINAHL Complete
2. An Exploratory Study to Determine the Quality of Life (QoL) and Factors Leading to Imprisonment among Women Prisoners in a Selected Women Prison.
Nair, Asha P; Jose, Tessy Treesa; Lobo, Daisy Josephine; International Journal of Nursing Education, Jul-Sep2016; 8(3): 19-23. 5p. (Article – research, tables/charts) ISSN: 0974-9349, Database: CINAHL Complete
3. Health conditions prior to imprisonment and the impact of prison on health: Views of detained women.
Alves, Joana; Maia, Ângela; Teixeira, Filipa; Qualitative Health Research, Vol 26(6), May, 2016 pp. 782-792. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
4. Prison nurseries: Experiences of incarcerated women during pregnancy.
Fritz, Stephanie; Whiteacre, Kevin; Journal of Offender Rehabilitation, Vol 55(1), Jan, 2016 pp. 1-20. Publisher: Taylor & Francis; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
5. The HIV Prison Paradox: Agency and HIV-Positive Women’s Experiences in Jail and Prison in Alabama.
Sprague, Courtenay; Scanlon, Michael L.; Radhakrishnan, Bharathi; Pantalone, David W.; Qualitative Health Research, Aug2017; 27(10): 1427-1444. 18p. (Article – research, tables/charts) ISSN: 1049-7323, Database: CINAHL Complete
6. Best Practices for Nutrition Care of Pregnant Women in Prison.
Shlafer, Rebecca J.; Stang, Jamie; Dallaire, Danielle; Forestell, Catherine A.; Hellerstedt, Wendy; Journal of Correctional Health Care, Jul2017; 23(3): 297-304. 8p. (Article) ISSN: 1078-3458, Database: CINAHL Complete
7. Prison ain’t free like everyone thinks’: Financial stressors faced by incarcerated women.
Harner, Holly M.; Wyant, Brian R.; Da Silva, Fernanda; Qualitative Health Research, Vol 27(5), Apr, 2017 pp. 688-699. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
8. You’re a woman, a convenience, a cat, a poof, a thing, an idiot’: Transgender women negotiating sexual experiences in men’s prisons in Australia.
Wilson, Mandy; Simpson, Paul L.; Butler, Tony G.; Richters, Juliet; Yap, Lorraine; Donovan, Basil; Sexualities, Vol 20(3), Mar, 2017 pp. 380-402. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
9. Examining external support received in prisonand concerns about reentry among incarcerated women.
Mancini, Christina; Baker, Thomas; Sainju, Karla Dhungana; Golden, Kristin; Bedard, Laura E.; Gertz, Marc; Feminist Criminology, Vol 11(2), Apr, 2016 pp. 163-190. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
10. Challenges and opportunities for gender-affirming healthcare for transgender women in prison.
Sevelius, Jae; Jenness, Valerie; International Journal of Prisoner Health, 2017; 13(1): 32-40. 9p. (journal article) ISSN: 1744-9200 PMID: 28299969, Database: CINAHL Complete
11. Making fatty girl cakes: Food and resistance in a women’s prison.
Smoyer, Amy B.; The Prison Journal, Vol 96(2), Mar, 2016 pp. 191-209. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
12. Perinatal mental health services for black and ethnic minority women in prison.
Foley, Laura; Papadopoulos, Irena; British Journal of Midwifery, Aug2013; 21(8): 553-562. 10p. (Journal Article – research, systematic review, tables/charts) ISSN: 0969-4900, Database: CINAHL Complete
13. Feeding relationships: Foodways and social networks in a women’s prison.
Smoyer, Amy B.; Affilia: Journal of Women & Social Work, Vol 30(1), Feb, 2015 pp. 26-39. Publisher: Sage Publications; [Journal Article], Database: PsycINFO
14. Teaching Academic Writing in a Maximum-Security Women’s Prison
Maher, Jane. New Directions for Community Colleges. Summer2015, Vol. 2015 Issue 170, p79-88. 10p. DOI: 10.1002/cc.20146., Database: Education Research Complete
15. WOMAN’S HEALTH IN THE CONTEXT OF THE PRISON SYSTEM.
Barbosa Galvão, Mayana Camila; Barbosa Davim, Rejane Marie; Journal of Nursing UFPE / Revista de Enfermagem UFPE, Oct2012; 6(10): 2574-2581. 8p. (Journal Article – research) ISSN: 1981-8963, Database: CINAHL Complete
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Behavioral Health Response to Disasters

Disaster Discussion 5

TEXT:

Reading
1. Behavioral Health Response to Disasters, Author: Framingham, Julie:
Forum Assignment for the Week: 300 Words minimum For this week’s Forum, respond to the following:   On September 11th, 2001, the United States was the target of terrorists, suffering mass casualties, including thousands of lives lost as an immediate result of the terrorist attacks and many more to follow for years to come. Casualties not often thought of immediately are the psychological casualties of such an event, particularly those who may not have been involved in the tragic events first hand. However, Hoffman and Kruczek (2011) share a perspective worth considering in the discussion of the effects of terrorism, highlighting random survey results that indicated media exposure to the terrorist attacks revealing endorsements of PTSD by about half of surveyed adults, with one third restricting television access due to the traumatic nature of the event.
· Considering the materials for the week, share your thoughts on the effect of media exposure to images from terrorist events. Should these be viewed as the new normal?
· Do significant concerns related to the psychosocial development and functioning and potential of adverse reactions, such as the development of PTSD, exist with these types of indirect exposures to terrorist events?
Remember to respond to at least three classmates during the week in the discussion forum.
References
Hoffman, M. A. & Kruzcek, T. (2011). A bioecological model of mass trauma: Individual, community, and societal effects. The Counseling Psychologist, 39(8), 1087-1127.
***Your post must also end with a “Question to the Class” – something related to the topic that you found thought-provoking and about which you’d like to know more and have further dialog. ***
General Instructions Applicable to All Forums:
Forum post source citation is not required for forum posting in our class.  This is because we are engaging in conversation that happens to be in writing form, not composing essays or research papers. You will, however, need to paraphrase (restate in your own words) any words of published authors in parts of your posts that are based on their work.  Copying of published material, which is plagiarism, is prohibited and any instances of it, including forum posts, will result in a zero score without an option for re-submission to recoup lost points and a report sent to the Registrar’s Office per University policy.
 
Discussion forum posts will be graded on verbal expression, critical thinking, making an effort to not just participate in but contribute to the dialog with initial and reply posts of a substantive nature commensurate with graduate level studies. Posts must have correct grammatical construction, spelling, and punctuation with no texting or other casual style language.
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accurate identification and application of research-Literature Evaluation

In nursing practice, accurate identification and application of research is essential to achieving successful outcomes. Being able to articulate the information and successfully summarize relevant peer-reviewed articles in a scholarly fashion helps to support the student’s ability and confidence to further develop and synthesize the progressively more complex assignments that constitute the components of the course change proposal capstone project.
In nursing practice, accurate identification and application of research is essential
For this assignment, the student will provide a synopsis of eight peer-reviewed articles from nursing journals using an evaluation table that determines the level and strength of evidence for each of the eight articles. The articles should be current within the last 5 years and closely relate to the PICOT statement developed earlier in this course. The articles may include quantitative research, descriptive analyses, longitudinal studies, or meta-analysis articles. A systematic review may be used to provide background information for the purpose or problem identified in the proposed capstone project. Use the “Literature Evaluation Table” resource to complete this assignment.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

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Economic Analysis

Economic Analysis
Preparation
This assignment is the second component of your course project. Using the same publicly traded company you selected in Unit 2, prepare a detailed analysis of its economic picture.
 
Requirements
Within your assignment, complete the following:
• Evaluate the role of regulatory considerations informing the economic decisions of the company.  
o Explain any environmental regulations that affect the company.
o Explain any accounting regulations, such as the Dodd-Frank Act or the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, that affect the company.
o Determine the extent to which regulatory issues impact the company.
• Evaluate the role of ethical considerations in company economic decisions.
o Identify the ethical issues.
o Explain how the ethical issues affect economic decisions.
• Analyze the role of government fiscal monetary policies in the economic decisions of the company.
o Explain how fiscal monetary policies affect the company.
o Explain the effects of higher and lower tax rates on its economic decisions.
Organize your assignment logically with appropriate headings and subheadings. Support your work with at least four scholarly or professional resources and follow APA style and format for your citations and references. Be sure you include a title page and reference page.
Additional Requirements
• Include a title page and reference page.
• Include 4-6 pages, not counting title page and reference page.
• Use at least three scholarly or professional resources.
• Use APA format for citations and references.
• Set your assignment in Times New Roman, 12 pt., double spaced.
Resources
Economic Analysis Scoring Guide.

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U.S. health care delivery system

One of the biggest complaints about the U.S. health care delivery system revolves around access to services. More specifically, too often, the high cost of health care is a barrier to its access. A key objective of health care reform efforts has been to expand access to quality care to more people. What will the effects of increasing access to health care be?
To prepare for this Discussion, consider this week’s Learning Resources.
Find an article that illustrates the potential positive and/or negative impact of increased access to health care services as a result of health care reform.
 
Post a comprehensive response to the following:

Note: Initial postings must be 300–350 words (not including references).

ARTICLE LINK : https://www.heritage.org/health-care-reform/report/the-impact-the-affordable-care-act-the-health-care-workforce

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Exploring Social Science Issues

Research Investigation Progress Check 1

SCS 200 Research Investigation Progress Check 1 Guidelines and Rubric
Overview: Throughout Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues, you have been guided through work on Project One (a research investigation), which you will continue to work on in Theme: Performing the Research Investigation and Theme: Tailoring the Message to an Audience and will formally submit to your instructor at the end of Week 5. This assignment provides you with an important opportunity to get valuable instructor feedback on the progress you are making and to ensure you are on the right track for your later submission.
Prompt: Throughout Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues, you have explored social science issues for further investigation and examined social science principles that relate to issues of interest to you. Specifically, in this assignment, you will submit the Project One elements listed below for review by your instructor.
In Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues, learning block 2-2 (page 4), you began working on the following section of the prompt:
I. Introduction A. Describe the issue in the social sciences that you have selected to
investigate. Why is this issue significant?
In Theme: Exploring Social Science Issues, learning block 2-3 (page 2), you completed the following work:
II. Body A. Identify the social science principles that apply to your issue. In other
words, which principles of social science apply to the issue you selected? B. Explain how the principles you identified apply to your issue. In other
words, how are the social science principles you identified relevant to your issue?
Please note that the numbering included above directly aligns with the numbering of these elements as they are presented in the Project One Guidelines and Rubric document.

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Rubric Guidelines for Submission: Submit your progress check assignment as a Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Your submission should be at least 1 page in length. Any citations should be formatted according to APA style.
Critical Elements Proficient (100%) Needs Improvement (80%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Introduction: Issue Describes selected issue in social sciences and its significance, reflecting an initial understanding of the issue and the social sciences
Describes selected issue in social sciences and its significance, but with gaps in detail or clarity
Does not describe selected issue in social sciences or its significance
30
Body: Identify Principles Identifies social science principles that apply to issue, citing sources
Identifies social science principles that apply to issue, but with gaps in accuracy or citation
Does not identify social science principles that apply to issue
30
Body: Explain Principles Explains how identified principles apply to issue, citing sources
Explains how identified principles apply to issue, but with gaps in detail, clarity, or citation
Does not explain how identified principles apply to issue
30
Articulation of Response Submission has no major errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization
Submission has major errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that negatively impact readability and articulation of main ideas
Submission has critical errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that prevent understanding of ideas
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an explanation of the difference between one sample and two sample hypothesis testing

Problem 1
Write a brief explanation of the difference between one sample and two sample hypothesis testing?
Problem 2: T-test of means (one variable: testing sample measure as proxy for population)
Use the GSSFT (General Social Security Full Time) data set to complete the following problem.
Test the hypothesis that for all full-time workers, the population value for average hours worked is 40 hours (variable hrs1).  You will use the one-sample t-test.
a)  What assumptions do you need to use the one-sample t test? Do you think the data meet the assumptions?
b)  What is the null hypothesis that you want to test? The alternative hypothesis?
c)   Test the hypothesis and write a brief summary of your conclusions.
d)   Based on the 95% confidence interval for the mean difference, can you reject the null hypothesis that the average population value for hours is 43 hours? Explain.
Problem 3:  T-test means (two variables: testing sample measures as proxy for population in comparison to one another)
Use the Country data set to complete the following problem. Test the hypothesis that the average life expectancy for males is the same as the average life expectancy for females (variables: lifeexpm and lifeexpf). Use the paired samples t-test.
a)  What is the null hypothesis? What is the alternative hypothesis?
b)  Look at the distribution of the differences. Summarize your conclusions and state whether there is a statistical difference in life expectancies.
Problem 4
Use the 04cars dataset. Compute a new variable called markup = ((suggretail-dealercost)/dealercost)*100. You will use the “Transform>Compute Variable” dialog. You will test the hypothesis that Sports Cars have a higher markup than other cars.
a) Formulate the null hypothesis that you want to test? The alternative hypothesis?
b) Which type of t-test will be used to evaluate your hypothesis? What are you choosing this method?
c) Test the hypothesis and write a brief summary of your conclusions.
Problem 5
Use the School Salary data set.  You are asked to investigate if male and female school superintendents earn the same pay? Salaries for 20 males and 17 females in a certain metropolitan area are given in the school salary dataset. At α = .01, were the mean superintendent salaries greater for men than for women? Note that the gender variable is called male and is coded 0,1 (0 indicating female and 1 indicating male, using the coding protocol 0 is not and 1 is.)
(a) State both hypotheses (Ho and Ha).
(b) State the decision rule and sketch it as a bell curve diagram.
(c) Conduct an independent T-test of the above hypothesis and state your findings.
After completing the problems:
1.  Copy the relevant SPSS output to a MS Word document. (You can simply copy and paste or you can export the file while in SPSS.)
2.  Add your analytic comments to each problem prior to the SPSS output which it supports.
3.  Clearly number and label each problem in the document.
4.  Submit your assignment by uploading it to this site.