Explain how the initiative you have selected for the organization might build on its strengths and/or address its weaknesses in supporting individuals and teams in a climate for creativity.

Discussion 2: Shared Practice: Case Study: IDEO and CreativityWhile you may never have heard of the design firm IDEO, you have likely heard of and even used products that it envisioned, including some of the very first computer mice. How does a company consistently generate groundbreaking ideas over the long term? One of the first steps, of course, is to recruit the best and most creative employees. Once those employees have joined the organization, however, there is still more that a company must do to support creativity and create a fertile ground for innovation. In this week’s Discussion, you will be sharing experiences you have had in participating in creative work environments.For this week’s Shared Practice, read the following case study, Creative climate: Work environment allows IDEO to deliver promise of innovation. Examine how IDEO combines the elements of leadership, work environment, and processes in ways that harness the creativity of its employees and project teams. Then, think of an organization where you have worked, currently work, or one with which you are familiar. Consider how the organization compares with IDEO in supporting a creative climate.Post by Day 4 a response that includes the following, using an organization for which you work, have worked, or with which you are familiar:Describe the leadership, environment, and process factors specific to both individuals as well as teams that contribute to a creative climate.Evaluate how the leadership, work environment, and organization processes supported the creativity of employees and teams.Based on your observations and/or experience with the organization, describe an initiative that could be implemented that would strengthen the climate for creativity among participants in the initiative. Hint: You can base the initiative on the IDEO case study (i.e., redesigning employee work spaces to enhance collaboration) or you can craft one of your own.Explain how the initiative you have selected for the organization might build on its strengths and/or address its weaknesses in supporting individuals and teams in a climate for creativity.

Assume that the most you would pay for the business is 20 times the monthly net income you could expect to earn from it. Compute this possible price.

Assignment 2: Discussion—Decision Case—World.comReview Decision Case 1 (World.com) on page 186 in chapter 3. analyze the data presented in the case scenario and address the following questions in your initial post:Assume that the most you would pay for the business is 20 times the monthly net income you could expect to earnfrom it. Compute this possible price.Nicholas states that the least he will take for the business is an amount equal to the business’s stockholders’ equity balance on January 31. Compute this amount.Under these conditions, how much should you offer Nicholas? Give your reason.By the end of the week, provide substantive responses to at least two other students’ initial posts.

Reflect on how the policy affects or may affect your community, geographic area, or potential clients.

For each policy (Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP), briefly:Explain how the policy is addressed at the federal, state, and local level.What programs were developed from this policy?Reflect on how the policy affects or may affect your community, geographic area, or potential clients.Then, address this unique prompt for this week’s Quick Guide:Describe one strategy you would employ to help a client better understand one of the healthcare policies.

Research at least 2 concurrency mechanisms, and describe how each mechanism handles communications and synchronization in the selected environment.

Primary Task ResponseWithin the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.How do you manage concurrency in a distributed and embedded computing environment? Based on the concurrency mechanism you select, how can you effectively handle communication and synchronization at the operating system level?Investigate the library and Internet for information about distributed and embedded computing environments and concurrency mechanisms.Select either a distributed or embedded computing environment (such as cluster computing, cloud computing, or grid computing), and discuss the challenges of supporting communications and synchronization in the selected environment.Research at least2 concurrency mechanisms, and describe how each mechanism handles communications and synchronization in the selected environment.week 3 mini projectDescribe the proposed mechanism solution for operating system concurrency and how it handles communication and synchronization in the environment that most closely aligns with your selected project.Assignment:Describe the concurrency mechanism from the ones you researched in the Discussion Board assignment that are best suited for the enterprise and for the distributed environment thatyour enterprise will function in.The project deliverables are:Update the Operating Systems Design Document title page with thenew date and project name.Update the previously completed sections based on instructor feedback.New Content ( 2–3 pages):Operating system concurrency mechanismA description of the enterprise’s environment (distributed or embedded)Thorough description of the selected concurrency mechanismHow it effectively supports communication and synchronizationName the document “Yourname_CS630_IP3.doc.”Submit the document for grading.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word plan of action for a police department to address improving its relationship with the following cultural populations:

American Police: Ending 175 Years of Reinvention by Keith Williams in the Week 5 University Library Readings.Write a 700- to 1,050-word plan of action for a police department to address improving its relationship with the following cultural populations:o African Americano Hispanico Asiano Native Americanso LGBTQo Muslims or any other religious groupsBe sure to incorporate the following into your plan of action:o The effect of improving cultural diversity in public policingo Current cultural issues that are prominent in public policing and private securityo How Sir Robert Peel’s principles are applicable today

Create a PowerPoint presentation examining the law in Saudi Arabia pertaining to litigation of physicians and healthcare organizations as shown in the Ministry of Health Law of practicing health professions

Medical MalpracticeCreate a PowerPoint presentation examining the law in Saudi Arabia pertaining to litigation of physicians and healthcare organizations as shown in the Ministry of Health Law of practicing health professions (2005, December 6). Be sure to include:An analysis of the purpose of the law;The ethical principles guiding this litigation;The definition of “tort reform”Discussion about how evidence-based care can lower the risk of litigationRecommendations that would improve the law to further meet the goals of its purpose.Your well-written presentation should meet the following requirements:Be 9 slides in length, not counting the title, introduction, and reference slides.Presentation notes (100-150 words) are required for each slide. Notes must draw from and cite relevant reference materials. Add notes to the speaker’s notes section of the PowerPoint presentation. Submit the document in PowerPoint format so that speaker’s notes can be viewed by the instructor.Provide support for your statements with in-text citations from a minimum of six scholarly articles in the speaker notes as well as the references slide.Follow APA 7th edition writing standards.

What are the most important facts that support Lambert’s position that a contract existed?

Unit 5 DB: Lambert v. Barron (LAW204 Business Law)Read the case of Lambert v. Barron. https://caselaw.findlaw.com/la-court-of-appeal/1241354.htmlWhat are the most important facts that support Lambert’s position that a contract existed?What are the most important facts that support Barron’s position that a contract did not exist?Do you agree with the outcome of the case?Regardless of whether you are an attorney arguing in court or a business stakeholder pitching to shareholders or a potential client, adding support for your argument from appropriate resources strengthens your content. For this discussion board, be sure to include a citation to an appropriate source that supports the point you are making. (HINT: Your textbook is a great source!)Unit 5 Discussion: Sampling Distributions (MAT220 Statistics I)Why are sampling distributions important to the study of inferential statistics? In your answer, demonstrate your understanding by providing an example of a sampling distribution from an area such as business, sports, medicine, social science, or another area with which you are familiar. Remember to cite your resources and use your own words in your explanation.Unit 5.1 Discussion: Client Problems (HSV101 Introduction to Human Services)Identify two problems in living that human beings experience. Are these problems considered developmental, situational, human needs, or social change? Justify your reasoning.In response to your peers, identify the barriers that may be contributing to the identified problems and suggest strategies to alleviate the barriers.Unit 5.2 Discussion: Reflection (HSV101 Introduction to Human Services)In your own words, provide a brief summary of the topic you are writing about and a brief summary about the ways each model (Medical Model, Public Health Model, Human Services Model) addresses your selected topic. Discuss two barriers to services people may experience and your suggested strategies to overcome those barriers.Unit 5 DB: Vendor Transactions (ACC215 Spreadsheets General Ledger Software)What are the types of vendor transactions and discuss how QB can help manage this area?

Do you agree or disagree with Cimpean’s assertion? Why or why not?

Topic 6: Discussion Question 2APA format 200 word countIn “Work or Love? A Christian Evaluation of John Dewey’s Views on the Purpose of Schooling,” Cimpean states:Dewey rejects the Christian purpose for schooling, which is to serve and love God. When evaluated from a Christian perspective, Dewey’s progressivism falls short due to its refusal to promote the Christian ideal of serving and loving God. Dewey’s purpose for schooling is to promote a democratic state.Do you agree or disagree with Cimpean’s assertion? Why or why not? Provide support for your response.ResourcesWork or Love?: A Christian Evaluation of John Dewey’s Views on the Purpose of SchoolingTo help you prepare for DQ 2, read “Work or Love?: A Christian Evaluation of John Dewey’s Views on the Purpose of Schooling,” by Cimpean, fromJournal of Philosophy History of Education(2008).https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/login.aspx?direct=truedb=ehhAN=34848764site=ehost-livescope=site

What does the veil of ignorance test for discrimination?

This statement comes from Google CEO Eric Schmidt on the corporate web page titled “Google Celebrates Diversity”: “Our products and tools serve an audience that is globally and culturally diverse—so it’s a strategic advantage that our teams not only encompass the world’s best talent but also reflect the rich diversity of our customers, users, and publishers. It is imperative that we hire people with disparate perspectives and ideas, and from a broad range of cultures and backgrounds. This philosophy won’t just ensure our access to the most gifted employees; it will also lead to better products and create more engaged and interesting teams.”“[emailprotected]: A place to be you,” Google, accessed May 31, 2011, http://www.google.com/corporate/diversity/index.html.This is a very carefully worded paragraph, and beneath its motivational tone there are firm statements about diversity in the Google workplace. They include the following:Google carefully avoids mentioning race, gender, and similar requirements for any particular position. The company doesn’t get involved in discussions about how many Catholic females over fifty years old and with a disability work there. Like most contemporary organizations, Google avoids strict quota systems.Google will seek to hire “the world’s best talent.”Google, apart from hiring the best raw talent, will seek employees reflecting “the rich diversity of our customers.”There are also clear justifications for the diversity side of the hiring strategy. Google will take action to contract a rainbow of workers becausediversity in hiring will help Google connect with its diverse consumer base,diversity in hiring will ensure Google has access to all gifted employees,diversity in hiring will help Google produce better products,diversity in hiring will help Google create more engaged and interesting teams.Concretely, what is Google doing to diversify the people forming its company? Besides directly hiring a diverse workforce, the company offers a number of scholarships and internships aimed at those historically underrepresented in the technology industry.“Diversity and students,” Google, accessed May 31, 2011, http://www.google.com/diversity/students.html.QUESTIONSIn a nutshell, the commonly cited arguments in favor of affirmative action include the following:It creates fairness and equal opportunity within organizations.It benefits third parties: society as a whole will be more harmonious as discrimination recedes.It reduces tensions in an organization.It benefits organizations by helping them reach their goals.It is compensation for past wrongs.Which of these arguments appear to stand behind affirmative action at Google? Explain. Are any of the other justifications applicable even though they may not be the reasonGoogle seeks diverse talent?In sweeping terms there are two types of arguments in favor of affirmative action. First, it serves a broad social good by integrating society. Second, companies employing affirmative action do better in the marketplace than those that don’t. If you had to choose one of these as a better and more persuasive argument for affirmative action, which would you choose? Why?At some publicly funded universities, scholarships are, in essence, set aside for minorities. Google privately funds scholarships that are, in essence, set aside for minorities. Taxpayers, in other words, fund one affirmative action endeavor and private investors the other. Now, is one endeavor ethically superior to the other? Why or why not?In a nutshell, the basic arguments against affirmative action include the following:It is essentially discrimination, and therefore it reinforces what it combats.The best way to eliminate discrimination is to let equal opportunity law, markets, and time do their work.It is unfair to minorities who are treated as tokens.Forcing organizations to evaluate talent in ways outside of merit diminishes their competitiveness.It creates resentment and tensions in an organization.It doesn’t compensate past wrongs (because those benefitting and suffering today aren’t those who suffered and benefitted in the past).Looking at this list, how do you suppose Google CEO Eric Schmidt might argue against each item?With an eye on these arguments against affirmative action, can you make the case that Google’s efforts are ethically reproachable?What does the veil of ignorance test for discrimination? Put yourself under the veil of ignorance. Now, do you believe Google’s hiring policies are ethically good or bad? Why?Title page, 2 pages of content, and a reference page.

How do providers determine quality outcomes?

Tools for Access and DisparitiesReflect on the The State of Global Health(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. video and your chapter readings. What is the difference between developed and developing countries? What do you believe are the major barriers to access? Is the eight factor model a tool that should be implemented worldwide?Required TextLovett-Scott, M., Prather, F. (2014). Global health systems: Comparing strategies for delivering health services. Burlington, MA: Jones Bartlett Learning.Chapter 1: IntroductionChapter 2: Disparities in Health: A Closer Look at Health Disparities in the USAChapter 3: The Eight Factor Model: For Evaluating True AccessMultimediaMartin, G. (n.d.). The State of Global Health(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. [Video file]. Retrieved from www.twigh.org/global-health-with-greg-martin-1/The video provides ten facts on the state of global health, relating to worldwide issues. This complements the chapter readingsRecommended ResourcesTextbook PowerPoint PresentationsLovett-Scott, M., Prather, F. (2014). Chapter 2: Disparities in Health: A Closer Look at Health Disparities in the USA. Burlington, MA: Jones Bartlett Learning.Lovett-Scott, M., Prather, F. (2014). Chapter 3: The Eight Factor Model: For Evaluating True Access. New York, Burlington, MA: Jones Bartlett Learning.Week One Standard GuidanceWhen we talk about Global Health, what comes to mind? Global, according to Merriam-Webster, means “of, or relating to, the entire world” (Global, 2015). The United States has seen a growth in immigrants over the past couple of decades. In addition, our population and others worldwide are traveling more for business as well as pleasure. Healthcare is conducted using technology and can go from one country to another. People are seeking surgeries and procedures in other countries due to the cost and limitations within their own country. Politicians in the United States continue to seek ways to provide affordable healthcare for all citizens and give access to those in rural areas. Why does it seem that some countries seem to have healthcare that is affordable and accessible while other countries do not? Throughout this course you will be exposed to many different global health issues and how the various countries react to the challenges. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. have lots of videos available on Global Health. Bookmark this page and keep as you move through the course.The following is a summary from your readings:America “the land of the free and home of the brave”The most powerful country in the world, rich in human and fiscal resourcesWorld leader in advancement of scientific knowledgeUnevenly distributed health careSome individuals receive fewer services than others.One of only two countries in the industrialized world without a universal system of health careHealth Care reform, “Affordable care Act,” or, Obama Plan.Five important questions requiring serious attention by health providers if true access and elimination of disparities are to be addressed:What is all the disparity fuss about?Is access adequately defined, or is the concept outdated and in need of redefinition?Is lack of access perceived or real?How do providers determine quality outcomes?How if at all, can compliance be better addressed? Application of the Eight Factor Model provides:comparative descriptions of what systems are doing globallya thorough and critical analysis of each health care system helps to identifying system strengths and weaknesses and what one system might learn from anotherThe Eight Factors include:Historical health of each nationStructure of healthcare deliveryFinancing—nation’s ability to fund healthcareInterventional—service quality related to outcomesPreventive looking at physical, mental or emotional, and socialResources—human, social, and spiritualMajor Health Issues—social determinants and public health challengesHealth disparities—AKA unequal treatmentReferencesCenters for Disease Control and Prevention. (2013, September 19). CDC – Global Health – Videos(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/video/Global – Definition and More from the Free Merriam-Webster Dictionary. (2015). InDictionary and Thesaurus | Merriam-Webster(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/globalLovett-Scott, M., Prather, F. (2014). Global health systems: Comparing strategies for delivering health services. Burlington, MA: Jones Bartlett Learning.

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