Has education policy in the United States produced a system that has equipped workers for a modern knowledge-based economy?

The Decentralization of EducationOne of the key areas of modern public policy that has been most delegated to states and local governments are education. Unlike many Western European nations where educational decisions are made almost exclusively by the central government, in the United States local school boards have enormous flexibility in devising education policy.Respond to the following statements in a three to four paged double-spaced paper:Analyze the current decentralization of education policy. Has education policy in the United States produced a system that has equipped workers for a modern knowledge-based economy? Discuss any challenges facing American education that originate with state and local governments.Imagine that you have the power to reconstruct the relationship between local governments, state governments, and the federal government concerning elementary and secondary education. Discuss the possibilities, both pro and con, of maintaining the current system of devolving power to local governments.Analyze the pros and cons of centralizing the education policy within the federal government and include why this would or would not be more successful than a decentralized system.Regardless of your perspective on this issue, analyze the challenges and opportunities presented to local governments as they develop education policy to equip students with the skills required to compete in the global economy.Analyze ways the federal government can assist local governments in producing better education policy.Submit your three- to four-page paper (not including title and reference pages). Your paper must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide, and you must cite at least two scholarly sources in addition to the textbook.The Paper must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style and must include a separate title page with the following:Title of paperStudent’s nameCourse name and numberInstructor’s nameDate submittedMust use at least two scholarly sources in addition to the course text. Must document all sources in APA style. Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style

If you had to help someone spot “fake news,” what would you tell them?

Read and watch the following: andIf you had to help someone spot “fake news,” what would you tell them? Choose a news article from a reputable media outlet and compare it to an online story that you know is fake. Using the checklist provided on the factcheck web site, compare the two. Although fake news is not new, it seems harder to distinguish and more accepted now. Why? How will this acceptance of fake news impact our democracy?

How does the author use polling data to level a criticism at the NRA?

Begin by reading “Shooting Guns: It’s Rather Fun, Actually,” on pp. 544-545. Although the author apparently comes to see some gun owners and users in a (more) sympathetic light based on their own experience at the shooting range, there are no kind words for the National Riffle Association (NRA). How does the author use polling data to level a criticism at the NRA? How do you see other hot-button issues framed through political affiliation, and how does this stereotyping contribute to political polarization? (You might check out this article on 13 Misconceptions About Gun Owners(Links to an external site.), which demonstrates that positions on gun ownership may not always be in lines with political affiliation.)Please see attach pages 543-545please also click on external site for more information on assignment.

Explain reasons for why a program like D.A.R.E. might be different or considered less effective from other public programs.

Evaluators need to have a realistic understanding of the context of evaluations, the political uses of evaluations, and the conditions under which information from evaluations are used to advance stakeholder, agency, and sponsor interests. For this Discussion, consider various public programs and evaluations from this course and your professional experience.Post an explanation of why public programs appear to survive despite having been deemed ineffective. Be sure to address all of the following:Explain reasons for why a program like D.A.R.E. might be different or considered less effective from other public programs.Extend the analogy to least two other federal programs where critics have maintained that few, if any, work.Explain how evaluations, particularly those mandated by legislatures and the executive, should be used.McDavid, J. C., Huse, I., Hawthorn, L. R. L. (2013). Program evaluation and performance measurement: An introduction to practice (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.Chapter 10, “Using Performance Measurement for Accountability and Performance Improvement” (pp. 375–410)Chapter 11, “Program Evaluation and Program Management” (pp. 411–437)Birkeland, S., Murphy-Graham, E., Weiss, C. (2005). Good reasons for ignoring good evaluation: The case of the drug abuse resistance education (D.A.R.E.) program. Evaluation and Program Planning, 28, 247–256.Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.McDavid, J. C., Huse, I. (2011). Legislator uses of public performance reports: Findings from a five-year study. American Journal of Evaluation, 33(1), 1–19.Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.Vanlandingham, G. R. (2010). Escaping the dusty shelf: Legislative evaluation offices’ efforts to promote utilization. American Journal of Evaluation, 32(1), 85–97.Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.Muhlhausen, D. B. (2011). Evaluating federal social programs: Finding out what works and what does not. Retrieved from http://www.heritage.org/research/reports/2011/07/evaluating-federal-social-programs-finding-out-what-works-and-what-does-not

What are the four aspects of the sick role model (Parsons 1951)?

Respond to the assigned questions using the lessons and vocabulary found in the reading. Support your answers with examples and research. Your responses should clarify your understanding of the topic. They should be your own—original and free from plagiarism. Follow APA guidelines for writing style, spelling and grammar, and citation of sources.Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your classmates. Participate in the discussion by analyzing each response for completeness and accuracy and by suggesting specific additions or clarifications for improving the discussion question response.Sick Role ModelWhen a person becomes sick, he or she may demonstrate a variety of behaviors. Some people like to be left alone while others may seek assistance. Some people will act well even when they are sick. They may even feel guilty for not being able to do their work or take responsibilities.What are the four aspects of the sick role model (Parsons 1951)? According to Parsons, medicine is an institution for the social control of deviant behavior. Do you agree or disagree with this view? Why or why not?What is the patient-physician relationship according to Cockerham? Which two sociological examples of the sick role, as evidenced by existing research, do you think are most appropriate? Justify your answers with appropriate research and reasoning.Parsons, T. (1951). The social system. Glencoe, IL: The Free Press.Complementary and Alternative medicine (CAM) —An analysis“CAM therapies have been in existence for hundreds of years. While many of these therapies are commonly used in non-Western societies their popularity is increasing steadily. In fact, large numbers of American consumers are using CAM currently in an effort to pre-empt disease and disability or to promote health and a sense of well-being.”(Source: Kirschstein, R. I., Acting Director, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, National Institutes of Health, AMSA, 2008.)How effective do you think CAM is in comparison to clinical treatment and diagnosis? Justify your answer. Identify and discuss at least 10 types of treatments offered by CAM practitioners. Analyze and present at least one case that shows the positive effect of CAM and one that shows the negative effect. What is the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) role in CAM research? Justify your answers with appropriate research and reasoning and comment on the postings of at least two peers.

What do you think would be the best thing to do in this situation for you, for the child, for the other family? Why?

Self Awareness ExerciseREQUIRED Self Awareness Exercise #5: Imagine that you are married, living with someone or in a committed relationship. A year ago, you (or your partner/surrogate mother if you are a male) gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. Right after your daughter’s first birthday, you find out that there was a mix-up at the hospital and that you were given the wrong baby by mistake (this has actually happened a few times and has been discovered due to DNA testing). What would you do? Would you want to exchange the child for your own biological child? Why or why not? What do you think would be the best thing to do in this situation for you, for the child, for the other family? Why?

What is journalistic ethics?

Write an essay of 600 words that includes answers to the questions below:1. Pick one case from the page listing a variety of journalistic ethical scenarios athttp://mediaschool.indiana.edu/research-2/ethics-case-studies/Work through the ethical decision making process outlined in this chapter. Post a 300-word essay with your response.2. In your essay answer the questions below in 300 words. Base your answers on the material from the chapter. What ethical dilemma did the News of the World’s run into? How did the situation resolve? What are journalists’ perfect duties? What is journalistic ethics? How good journalism can harm? What is the journalists’ creed? Explain the process for ethical decision-making.

How crucial are these positions to the success of the team/athletic program?

Reflective Response Assignment #2:Due by end of Week Five(Worth 10% of course grade)Ticket Sales Profession Research Assignment:Students will research employment opportunities for ticket sales positions within collegiate and professional sports. Students will describe duties and job responsibilities as well as basic qualifications for applicants. The purpose of this assignment is to give students a better understanding of the requirements of and the need for qualified individuals in this employment area.The student should research theinternetfor tickets sales related positions at all levels with professional sport teams and collegiate athletic departments. The following websites are recommended resources for gathering this information.Sports Salaries Survey:What’s the payoff in sports.pdfActions Sports Job Boards:http://www.sportscareersinstitute.com/sports-jobs-sites.html(????????)Please incorporate answers to each of the following questions into a two-page double spaced narrative (not including cover page and reference page) about the roles and responsibilities of ticket sales professionals.Locate three job postings at three different levels (Director, Manager, and Coordinator/Account Executive) that you find through youronlineresearch.List the basic job requirements of each position?What salary expectations would one have at each of these levels?What are the educational requirements for applicants at each level?How crucial are these positions to the success of the team/athletic program?What did you learn about ticket sales and the sports sales profession that you did not realize before doing this assignment?Writing Format: The student should write at minimum a two double-spaced page paper in proper APA style, with the above information providing the framework. The paper should be organized coherently and provide the reader with an analysis that should reflect graduate level writing quality. All sources should be properly cited in a reference page and it should be submitted into Canvas by the end of Week Five.Please visit the followingAPA Style resource websiteto assist you with questions you may have: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01

Evaluate a range of options to select and justify the most appropriate opition considering contextual and organisational dimentions

In this assessment, you should prepare a poster presentation (1500 words, A1 size). The presentation should identify TWO key leadership and management challenges that you have experienced within your organisation or using a case study organisation.The poster should consider why these are key issues and how they impact on the organisation. You should also consider if the organisation could have avoided these issues and/or if they could have been managed differently (for example during Covid-19)For guidance some areas that you could consider are:a. Leading and Managing virtual teamsb. Motivating Employees during time of unprecedented changec. Employee Wellbeingd. Ensuring employee productivity and performancee. Managing Conflicts and Negotiationsf. Ensuring employee readiness (Training and Development)g. Managing changeThis list is not conclusive, you should only select TWO area that you would like to focus on.You should link most recent theories related to the chosen areas of challenges and on leadership and management to support your arguments and to make your work compatible with the level 7 expectations.Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of this assessment, you will be able to:c. Recognise, analyse and respond to the Inter-relationship of associated topics in HRM and Organisational Behaviourd. Evaluate a range of options to select and justify the most appropriate opition considering contextual and organisational dimentionse. Autonomously initiate and communicate complex concepts through an appropriate format

Which of these purchases would qualify as a PMSI in consumer goods?

Paul Barton owned a small property-management company, doing business as Brighton Homes. In October, Barton went on a spending spree. First, he bought a Bose surround-sound system for his home from KDM Electronics. The next day, he purchased a Wilderness Systems kayak from Outdoor Outfitters, and the day after that he bought a new Toyota 4-Runner financed through Bridgeport Auto. Two weeks later, Barton purchased six new iMac computers for his office, also from KDM Electronics. Barton bought all of these items under installment sales contracts. Six months later, Barton’s property-management business was failing. He could not make the payments due on any of these purchases and thus defaulted on the loans. Using the information presented in the chapterSee Chapter 25, Page 602 from the pdf attached to correctly answer the questions.Answer the following questions.(SeeFor which of Barton’s purchases (the surround-sound system, the kayak, the 4-Runner, and the six iMacs) would the creditor need to file a financing statement to perfect its security interest?Suppose that Barton’s contract for the office computers mentioned only the name, Brighton Homes. What would be the consequences if KDM Electronics filed a financing statement that listed only Brighton Homes as the debtor’s name?Which of these purchases would qualify as a PMSI in consumer goods?Suppose that after KDM Electronics repossesses the surround-sound system, it decides to keep the system rather than sell it. Can KDM do this under Article 9? Why or why not?

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