news Journals require you to relate current events to the topics covered within POS 2041, American National Government. For your first Journal please choose from one of the articles listed below.
McCain proposes $7.5 billion of new U.S. military funding for Asia-Pacific How Much Do States Rely on Federal Funding? Raising the Gas Tax Is No Longer Taboo In Many States California Engages World, and Fights Washington, on Climate Change As you review the articles you will find that some are fairly direct while other reveal the complexity of federal issues. Chose the article that you are most comfortable with and then fully address each of the following requirements:
Summary – Summarize in paragraph form the facts and issues presented in the article. Please document the source of your information with a parenthetical reference.
Analysis – Conclude with an analysis and reflection of the issue that includes reasoning related to concepts within POS 2041 an analysis of the article perspective. Does the article present the issue in a way that influences as well as informs. Lastly, include your own observations of the issue, the actions of those involved or an anticipated outcome related to your understanding of the concepts covered within the course. Please specifically identify each section by number and title.
Your essay should be between 300 and 500 words, double-spaced and in APA format, with parenthetical citations and a Reference List. A cover page is not necessary.
The Value of Fair Treatment in the Workplace
The year is 2025 and the U.S. Supreme Court has declared all laws prohibiting discrimination in the workplace to be unconstitutional. In its opinion, however, the Supreme Court made clear that employers could voluntarily adopt policies and procedures prohibiting any and all forms of discrimination in the workplace. The Supreme Court also made clear that employers could voluntarily adopt hiring practices to diversify their workforces provided such practices did not include express preferences based upon immutable characteristics.
You have been hired as a consultant by a large, nationwide retailer to examine the business case for ensuring that all of the employee protections are found within the federal anti-discrimination laws, as well as the business case for prohibiting any other forms of discrimination in the workplace.
Write a four to six (4-6) page report in which you:
Analyze the benefits and costs of voluntarily prohibiting three to five (3-5) federal forms of discrimination prohibited under the federal anti-discrimination laws. Discuss the benefits and costs of voluntarily prohibiting a form of discrimination not covered by any of the federal anti-discrimination laws. State the benefits and costs of voluntarily adopting hiring and promotion practices designed to diversify the workforce. Evaluate the ethical considerations of not voluntarily prohibiting the forms of discrimination laws examined in the first part of your report. Next, determine the ethical considerations of not voluntarily adopting hiring and promotion practices to diversify the workforce. Provide a final recommendation to this retailer on whether or not they should ensure all, part, or none of the employee protections examined in the first part of your report. Your recommendation should also include whether or not the retailer should adopt hiring and promotion practices designed to diversify the workplace. Be sure to include a rationale for your recommendation along with an explanation for any rejections of contrary positions or other pertinent considerations. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not quality as academic resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length. The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
Analyze and apply the concepts of ethical decision making, corporate governance and corporate social responsibility. Analyze and evaluate the employment-at-will doctrine and the statutory protections afforded employees. Analyze and evaluate issues in modern contract law. Use technology and information resources to research issues in law, ethics, and corporate governance. Write clearly and concisely about law, ethics, and corporate governance using proper writing mechanics. Click here to view the grading rubric.
Pneumatics
A quantity of gas occupies a volume of 30 cu ft at a pressure of 36 psi absolute and a temperature of 27 C. If the gas is heated at constant volume until the pressure is 70 psi absolute, what is the final temperature? A. 52.5 C B. 273.0 C c. 310.0 c D. 583.0 C
public policy
9 essay quality questions need to answer:
(TCO A) A hospital can be owned and operated either publicly (by a government) or privately (by either a for-profit entity or a not-for-profit entity). Administering the hospital may be quite different depending on whether it is publicly owned or privately owned. Please explain ways in which the hospital may respond differently to “The Market” (that is, market forces) if it is publicly held as compared to privately held.
(TCO B) Stabilization should be one of the goals of an effective public policy. Explain at least three of the actions that the federal government can take in times of economic crisis to try to achieve stabilization.
(TCO C) Statutes enacted by legislatures, whether the Congress of the United States or at a state level, often are vague. Hence, the policy mandates given to public administrators via the legislation are vague. This also shifts much of the policy making to public administrators. Explain the advantages to the public of the public administrators, rather than the elected representatives, making policy via rules and regulations.
(TCO D) Explain why it is critical for the effectiveness of a public policy or program initiative to be measured. Please also define, or otherwise explain, the terms “policy outputs” and “policy outcomes.”
(TCO E) As a public administrator seeking funding to achieve policy objectives, one tool that you may be able to consider is the use of dedicated tax revenue. That action would require the authorization of the legislative branch and would need to be signed into law. Yet you could initiate the request that legislation (or an ordinance at a local level) be passed that provides that specific tax revenue would only be used for purposes of your program and/or department. Provide one specific example at the federal level of such a tax. Provide an example in general of such a tax at a local level. What is one advantage of having a dedicated source of revenue at the local level?
(TCO F) Define the term “public-private partnership.” Explain at least two of the challenges facing the public sector and how this structure may help to alleviate those challenges.
(TCO G) As a conservation measure, your state has recently passed a law lowering the maximum speed limit in the state to 55 miles per hour. As a public administrator in charge of the implementation, describe the steps that you feel should be taken so that the policy can be placed in effect in a cost-effective manner.
(TCO H) A problem with government, some might say, is that once an agency is established to implement a new public policy, that entity may continue to exist year-after-year without evaluation as to its continuing relevance. A “sunset provision” when an agency is created may help to overcome this potential issue. Please define or otherwise explain the term “sunset provision” in the context of the creation of an agency. Also, explain how such a provision may help the public.
(TCO A) A hospital can be owned and operated either publicly (by a government) or privately (by either a for-profit entity or a not-for-profit entity). Administering the hospital may be quite different depending on whether it is publicly owned or privately owned. Please explain ways in which the hospital may respond differently to “The Market” (that is, market forces) if it is publicly held as compared to privately held.
(TCO B) Stabilization should be one of the goals of an effective public policy. Explain at least three of the actions that the federal government can take in times of economic crisis to try to achieve stabilization.
(TCO C) Statutes enacted by legislatures, whether the Congress of the United States or at a state level, often are vague. Hence, the policy mandates given to public administrators via the legislation are vague. This also shifts much of the policy making to public administrators. Explain the advantages to the public of the public administrators, rather than the elected representatives, making policy via rules and regulations.
(TCO D) Explain why it is critical for the effectiveness of a public policy or program initiative to be measured. Please also define, or otherwise explain, the terms “policy outputs” and “policy outcomes.”
(TCO E) As a public administrator seeking funding to achieve policy objectives, one tool that you may be able to consider is the use of dedicated tax revenue. That action would require the authorization of the legislative branch and would need to be signed into law. Yet you could initiate the request that legislation (or an ordinance at a local level) be passed that provides that specific tax revenue would only be used for purposes of your program and/or department. Provide one specific example at the federal level of such a tax. Provide an example in general of such a tax at a local level. What is one advantage of having a dedicated source of revenue at the local level?
(TCO F) Define the term “public-private partnership.” Explain at least two of the challenges facing the public sector and how this structure may help to alleviate those challenges.
(TCO G) As a conservation measure, your state has recently passed a law lowering the maximum speed limit in the state to 55 miles per hour. As a public administrator in charge of the implementation, describe the steps that you feel should be taken so that the policy can be placed in effect in a cost-effective manner.
(TCO H) A problem with government, some might say, is that once an agency is established to implement a new public policy, that entity may continue to exist year-after-year without evaluation as to its continuing relevance. A “sunset provision” when an agency is created may help to overcome this potential issue. Please define or otherwise explain the term “sunset provision” in the context of the creation of an agency. Also, explain how such a provision may help the public.
analysis of the evolution of criminal justice policy development analysis of the evolution of criminal justice policy development
Conduct an analysis of the evolution of criminal justice policy development. Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation with detailed speaker notes. In your presentation, include answers to the following questions: How has criminal justice policy developed? What are the major influences to criminal justice policy development? Provide examples. Are there concerns regarding implementation? If so, is it because it is incorporated into policy development? Explain your response. “THIS ONE IS MINES”
Supporting Students with Physical Impairments
Supporting Students with Physical Impairments Choose one physical disability area you are interested in exploring further such as spina bifida, cerebral palsy, or Muscular Dystrophy. How might the limitations of this physical impairment affect a student’s behavior and/or access to learning? What physical or educational accommodations can an educator and/or related service provider make to address these needs? What assistive technology tools or devices might provide greater access and independence for students?
Guided Response: Review the responses of several classmates’ and respond to at least two of your classmates by providing feedback, further examples, questions, or friendly guidance on their ideas for supports, services, and assistive technology for an individual with a physical impairment.
paper on intellectual disabilities
Research Paper For this assignment, you will write a five- to six-page paper on intellectual disabilities.
The paper must:
Explain basic facts pertaining to the disability, including the legal definition, characteristics, and limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. Analyze ways to address the needs of students within this disability category (strategies, accommodations, modifications, assistive technology). Analyze supplementary aids and services and/or related services that may be included in the individualized education program (IEP). Evaluate community resources, services, or agencies available for students and families for the selected disability category. Outline transition planning considerations for students with intellectual disabilities. Synthesize the literature and research to create inclusion tips to foster the least restrictive environment (LRE) for the student. In addition, the paper:
Must be five to six double-spaced pages in length, not including title and reference pages, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a 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. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least six scholarly sources, including a minimum of three peer-reviewed articles. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
The paper must:
Explain basic facts pertaining to the disability, including the legal definition, characteristics, and limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. Analyze ways to address the needs of students within this disability category (strategies, accommodations, modifications, assistive technology). Analyze supplementary aids and services and/or related services that may be included in the individualized education program (IEP). Evaluate community resources, services, or agencies available for students and families for the selected disability category. Outline transition planning considerations for students with intellectual disabilities. Synthesize the literature and research to create inclusion tips to foster the least restrictive environment (LRE) for the student. In addition, the paper:
Must be five to six double-spaced pages in length, not including title and reference pages, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a 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. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least six scholarly sources, including a minimum of three peer-reviewed articles. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Transition and Self-Determination
Transition and Self-Determination Read articles Designing individualized education program (IEP) transition plans and Self-determination and the education of students with disabilities. Identify and discuss the elements of an IEP transition plan, as well as the importance of promoting self-determination in the transition plan and process. Discuss your experiences and insights on effective strategies to teach self-determination skills to a student with a disability and what challenges you might anticipate when teaching these skills. How would you overcome these challenges to ensure students are well prepared for life beyond high school?
Sensory Impairments
Sensory Impairments Discuss some of the learning needs of students with visual impairments (VI) and hearing impairments (HI). How might the characteristics of each disability affect development and learning? What accommodations could an educator make to address the needs of a student with each of these disabilities? What are some important inclusion tips to support students with VI and students with HI in the general education classroom?
Professional Presentation
Professional Presentation In an article from Beckman (2001) states, “Improved student learning requires teachers, schools, and districts to give up unproductive traditions and beliefs, replacing them with validated practices and a full understanding of the intent of the law. Successful student access to the general education curriculum is most likely when there is general acceptance” of best practices in special education and adherence to Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Scenario: You are a special education teacher and your principal is concerned about the general education teachers being aware of special education laws and strategies for supporting students with disabilities in the general education classroom. With this in mind, the principal has asked you to put together an in-service presentation for the next faculty meeting (with mostly general education teachers) that reviews important components of special education, the law, and research-based strategies for instruction and inclusion.
The presentation should address the following components:
Overview of IDEA, least restrictive environment (LRE), and free and appropriate public education (FAPE) Describe the purpose and main components of an individualized education program (IEP) Describe accommodations and modifications that could support students with disabilities in the classroom Compare and contrast learning disabilities (LD) and emotional/behavioral disabilities (EBD) Compare and contrast LD and intellectual disabilities (ID) Compare and contrast EBD and ID Inclusion tips for each of the disability areas above (LD, EBD, ID) The presentation should be 15 to 20 slides, not including title and reference slides. The presentation should have a professional appearance and provide images and other visuals to engage the audience. Further, each slide should include slide notes that elaborate on the content of the presentation slide. APA format should be used for all in-text citations and references. Utilize at least two scholarly sources in addition to your course text.
Scenario: You are a special education teacher and your principal is concerned about the general education teachers being aware of special education laws and strategies for supporting students with disabilities in the general education classroom. With this in mind, the principal has asked you to put together an in-service presentation for the next faculty meeting (with mostly general education teachers) that reviews important components of special education, the law, and research-based strategies for instruction and inclusion.
The presentation should address the following components:
Overview of IDEA, least restrictive environment (LRE), and free and appropriate public education (FAPE) Describe the purpose and main components of an individualized education program (IEP) Describe accommodations and modifications that could support students with disabilities in the classroom Compare and contrast learning disabilities (LD) and emotional/behavioral disabilities (EBD) Compare and contrast LD and intellectual disabilities (ID) Compare and contrast EBD and ID Inclusion tips for each of the disability areas above (LD, EBD, ID) The presentation should be 15 to 20 slides, not including title and reference slides. The presentation should have a professional appearance and provide images and other visuals to engage the audience. Further, each slide should include slide notes that elaborate on the content of the presentation slide. APA format should be used for all in-text citations and references. Utilize at least two scholarly sources in addition to your course text.