Discuss the challenges inherent in preventing mass shootings in schools, the workplace, and the general public. Are there any proven strategies to help control this type of violence?
Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read Chapters 9 and 10 from the textbook. Additionally, read the US Department of Justice and US Department of Education report, Indicators of School Crime and Safety: 2019(Links to an external site.). As you learn in the readings, media reports of school crime tend to create misconceptions of a danger that is actually quite small for the overwhelming majority of school users. In fact, given the number of students, teachers, and other personnel in schools on any given day, it is quite astounding how few violent episodes there are. After reading the report, please address each of the following:What statistic in the report surprised you about school crime and safety? Please refer to a specific statistic found on the site and cite it properly. Tell us why this statistic surprised you, confirmed your belief, etc.In 81% of violent, targeted school attacks, at least one person knew someone was conceiving of or planning an attack. In most cases, no one came forward with this information. Why might someone hesitate to come forward?What are some significant differences between school shootings and mass shootings in the general population (for example, the Colorado movie theatre shooting or the Orlando nightclub shooting)?Discuss the challenges inherent in preventing mass shootings in schools, the workplace, and the general public. Are there any proven strategies to help control this type of violence?What ideological differences might interfere with making meaningful criminal justice reform to prevent mass shootings?What are some other barriers to criminal justice reformGuided Response: Your initial post should be at least 350 words in length. Support your claims with examples from the required material(s) and at least one other scholarly resource. Please properly cite in the body of your work and at the end of your work your required references.
Apply the concept of moral equivalence. Is the conduct of doctors in relation to smoking and the tobacco industry morally equivalent to the conduct of doctors in the opioid crisis?
IntroductionThe medical profession has a muddled and contradictory association with its approach toward the tobacco industry. While the profession now firmly opposes to smoking and vigorously publicizes the serious, even fatal, health hazards associated with smoking, this was not always so. Advertisements for tobacco products, including cigarettes became a ready source of income for numerous medical organizations and journals, including the New England Journal of Medicine and the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), as well as many branches and bulletins of local medical associations (Wolinsky Brune, 1994). Physicians and reference to doctors and smoking were once common in tobacco industry advertisements. The story of physicians and promotion of smoking can be found in The Doctors Choice Is Americas Choice (Gardner Brandt, 2006).The role of physicians in the current opioid crisis is now under scrutiny on television (Farmer, 2019) by trade publications (King, 2018), peer-reviewed journals (deShazo, et al, 2018), and by physicians themselves (Hirsch, 2019).In what way are the two situations comparable?In what way are they different?Apply the concept of moral equivalence. Is the conduct of doctors in relation to smoking and the tobacco industry morally equivalent to the conduct of doctors in the opioid crisis? Explain your position and be very specific.
analyze and evaluate the methodology of both studies and how methodology affected the differences in how the studies were reported.
IntroductionAs the text points out, causal reasoning is used in clinical studies. As a professional in the health field, you will undoubtedly be referring to cause/effect studies for the rest of your professional life. In this discussion, you are asked to expand and deepen your understanding of clinical studies.In 1999, a study on the causes of myopia appeared in the prestigious journal Nature (Quinn). The study received wide-spread publicity in leading newspapers, such as the New York Times, and on television outlets, such as CBS and CNN. Within a year, another article in Nature followed up the 1999 study (Zadnik et al., 2000). The studies had dramatically different findings.Initial Post InstructionsUsing what you have learned from the text, as well as any other sources you may find useful (including the website in the Required Resources), analyze and evaluate the methodology of both studies and how methodology affected the differences in how the studies were reported.Reportage of both studies can be found with an Internet search using all of the following terms: <Philadelphia myopia night lights>.
Analyze official rules and instructions to determine an individuals tax liability and complete a basic tax return.
Analyze official rules and instructions to determine an individuals tax liability and complete a basic tax return.Note: Completing a tax return requires specific steps that need to be executed in a sequence. The assessments in this course are presented in a sequence and must be completed in order. Incorrect entries in this assessment will result in incorrect entries in future assessments. Do not complete Assessment 2 until you have submitted and received faculty feedback for Assessment 1.IntroductionUsing an official primary source to obtain answers to tax questions is an essential academic skill and step toward financial literacy. In this assessment you will consult the primary sources available to all citizens from the IRS to identify rules such as the age limit of a dependent child, the amount of earnings that trigger a filing requirement, and whether or not tax software is necessary to purchase for every return.Note: The assessments in this course are presented in a sequence and must be completed in order. Do not proceed to Assessment 2 until you have submitted and received faculty feedback for Assessment 1.PreparationThis assessment has two parts.Part 1: Submit a Word document in which you analyze official rules and instructions to determine an individuals tax liability.Part 2: Submit a completed basic tax form.ScenarioRead the following scenario before beginning the assessment. Then complete the two parts below.Your relatives, Jacob and Taylor Weaver, have asked for your help in completing their tax return because they know you took an income tax course at Capella. You caution them that while you plan on eventuallybecoming an accountant, you are no expert. You agree to informally assist them with basic information gleaned from the IRS Web site. At least you know how to find information.John Weaver, Jacob and Taylors son, is a 17-year-old high school graduate, lives at home, and works part-time at a service station, saving money for college. In 2021, he earned $5,242.00, as reported on his W-2 form. Federal taxes withheld were $940; state taxes withheld were $179.He does not know his filing status, or if he even has to file a tax return. He is covered by his parents health insurance. His father thinks he can claim John as a dependent. John has no other income. Johns Social Security number is 123-45-6789. His address is 1234 Happy Lane, Happytown, MN 50000.InstructionsPart 1: Provide evidence of requirements for Johns tax return from an official primary resource.Use IRS.gov and the IRS Interactive Tax Assistant and Tax Trails tools to find answers to the following tax questions. Copy and paste answers to these questions from the IRS resources into a Word document for submission.What is Johns filing status?Is John required to file a tax return? Determine requirements for mandatory filing of a return.Is John a dependent?What is the simplest tax form to use for John? Use information from an official primary source to select a tax form.How much would John have to pay to file his return electronically?Part 2: Complete Johns tax return.Download the most appropriate form from IRS.gov and complete a tax return for John. Show all calculations in the Word document.Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the tax owed.Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the amount of a refund.Competencies MeasuredBy successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:Competency 1: Analyze the background of the federal income tax system.Provide evidence of requirements for a tax return from an official primary source.Determine whether filing a return is mandatory for a scenario.Determine filing status.Determine filing cost for an e-return.Competency 2: Analyze the basics of individual income tax return preparation.Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the tax owed.Analyze official rules, instructions, and tax tables to determine the amount of a refund.Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is professional and consistent with expectations for members of the business professions.Communicate in a manner that is professional and consistent with expectations for members of the business professions.
Discuss the importance of an IT audit for a company in compliance with IT audit standards.
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 1000 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.For this discussion,Research IT audit standards.Discuss the importance of an IT audit for a company in compliance with IT audit standards.Why is an audit needed?How would you justify recommendations from an audit to your stakeholders?
What ways was disability defined during your topics era?
TOPIC : Christianity and Ableism as punishment from God (400 1800 CE)1) Outline the basic history of the event(s). You can use a timeline or write it out.2) What ways was disability defined during your topics era?3) How were the differently abled (disabled) treated during your topics time?4) What beliefs, attitudes and values of your chosen topics culture influenced the way differently abled people were treated?5) In what ways has your chosen topics culture or era influenced modern American ideas on the differently abled and disability?
Argue whether the resolution to this conflict was a best practices approach to resolving this conflict.
Conflict DocIdentify a recent interpersonal, group, or organizational conflict that you were involved in and was later resolved. Select five of the topics listed below and discuss how they apply to your chosen conflict. You must use a minimum of five resources to help support your discussion of these topics. Be sure to focus on communication techniques that were used during the conflict management process. Argue whether the resolution to this conflict was a best practices approach to resolving this conflict. Your doc must include an introduction paragraph that provides a high-level overview of your doc. In addition, your doc must include a strong conclusion paragraph that brings together the topics discussed. Remember not to introduce any new topics in your conclusion.Conflict Topics for the Final (select five)Why does conflict occur?Conflict managementThe positive and negative effects of conflictRole of personality types in conflict managementCommunication techniquesEthics and workplace conflictsClimate in a conflict situationStress and angerFaceworkForgivenessMediation and arbitrationThe Final docMust be eight double-spaced doc in length and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the APA checklist(Links to an external site.) in the Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.Must address the topic of the doc with critical thought.Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.Must use at least five scholarly resources
Describe disease process, including common symptoms and the effect on three organ systems.
Discussion Thread: Disease Process In this weeks discussion, we will begin to tie the body systems studied thus far together. Moreover, we will see the effects of disease on the systems studied and thoughtfully consider how science equips humans toparticipatein Gods redemptive work.Research a disease process of your choice. Choose a disease process that involves at least three organ systems the effect of the disease on these systems must be detailed in the initial discussion board post.Choose your disease early no more than 2 students may cover the same disease! You can claim your disease as early as the first week by starting a thread that only has a subject heading for your disease. Then post your thread that includes the following outlined items as a reply to your own subject heading. If two of your classmates have already posted the subject heading for a certain disease, such as Diabetes Mellitus, you will need to choose a different disease process.You are required to the following outline as a guide:Indicate the disease to be discussed.Describe disease process, including common symptoms and the effect on three organ systems.Discuss treatment and management of the disease.Describe how science equips humans to participate in Gods redemptive work.
Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected.
Part 1:To Prepare:Review the scope and standards of practice or competencies related to your chosen specialty in the resources for this module.Review the MSN specializations offered at Walden by viewing the module resource, Walden University. (n.d.). Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).Examine professional organizations related to the specialization you have chosen and identify at least one to focus on for this Assignment.Reflect on the thoughts you shared in the Discussion forum regarding your choice of a specialty, any challenges you have encountered in making this choice, and any feedback you have received from colleagues in the Discussion.The Assignment:Complete the following items and incorporate them into the final version of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan.With the resources specific to the MSN specialization and the, Walden University. (n.d.). Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), shared in this module, write a paragraph or make a Nursing Specialty Comparison table, comparing at least two nursing specialties that include your selected specialization and second-preferred specialization.Write a 2- to 3-paragraph justification statement identifying your reasons for choosing your MSN specialization. Incorporate feedback you received from colleagues in this Modules Discussion forum.Identify the professional organization related to your chosen specialization for this Assignment, and explain how you can become an active member of this organization.Note:Your final version of the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan should include all components as presented the Academic Success and Professional Development Plan template.Use 4 APA Sources no older than 5 years.PART 2To Prepare:Review the World Health Organizations (WHO) global health agenda and select one global health issue to focus on for this Assignment.Select at least one additional country to compare to the U.S. for this Assignment.Reflect on how the global health issue you selected is approached in the U.S. and in the additional country you selected.Review and download the Global Health Comparison Matrix provided in the Resources.The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Global Health Comparison Matrix; 1-page Plan for Social Change)Part A: Global Health Comparison MatrixFocusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.Explain the strengths and weaknesses of each policy.Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected. Be specific and provide examples.Using the WHOs Organizations global health agenda as well as the results of your own research, analyze how each countrys government addresses cost, quality, and access to the global health issue selected.Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the health of the global population. Be specific and provide examples.Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the role of the nurse in each country.Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. Be specific and provide examples.Use 4 APA Sources no older than 5 years.Part B: A Plan for Social ChangeReflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examplesUse 4 APA Sources no older than 5 years.
Explain how the 4th Amendment applies to non-tangible materials, such as the Internet, emails, and social media applications.
Constitutional Issues Right to PrivacyPrior to beginning work on this discussion, read the Smith (2013)(Links to an external site.) and Kerr (2012)(Links to an external site.) articles and watch the Privacy protection in todays society video segment below:The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution has traditionally applied to tangible materials: home, car, purse, personal belongings, etc. This Amendment states in pertinent part, The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated In your 400 word minimum initial post, examine how this well over 200 year old amendment applies to the Internet and cyber crime investigations by addressing the following areas.Explain how the 4th Amendment applies to non-tangible materials, such as the Internet, emails, and social media applications.Analyze the reasonable expectation of privacy for individuals and corporations when utilizing the Internet.Summarize the limits on governmental powers and methods to obtain private information from people and corporations garnered through the Internet.Evaluate exceptions to the warrant requirement that police agencies can use to prosecute Internet crime.Required ResourcesArticlesAldrich, R. W. (2000). Cyberterrorism and computer crimes: Issues surrounding the establishment of an international legal regime(Links to an external site.). INSS Occasional Paper 32: Information Operations Series. Retrieved from https://www.google.com/url?sa=trct=jq=esrc=ssource=webcd=1ved=2ahUKEwj_yvuA-ZbkAhWDNX0KHddDDZsQFjAAegQIABACurl=https%3A%2F%2Fpdfs.semanticscholar.org%2F48fa%2F85c336cfabcd3a56c3de4068c46cd33af7ee.pdfusg=AOvVaw1ADr-Q0lStq1LU2P1lBT-6Electronic information, data storage and national security electronic reliance create an ominous threat to the increasingly information-based economies of the worlds leading countries. This article explains that the United States, with its highly networked infrastructure, is perhaps both the most powerful and the most vulnerable nation for cyber attack.Fong, I. K. Delaney, D. G. (2013). America the virtual: Security, privacy and interoperability in an interconnected world: Leap-ahead privacy as a government responsibility in the digital age(Links to an external site.). American University Law Review, 62(5), 1131-1143.The full-text version of this article is available through the EBSCOhost database in the UAGC Library. This transcription from a speech transcript of a keynote speech which was delivered by former General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Ivan K. Fong and Deputy Associate General Counsel of the DHS David G. Delaney in October 2012 explains the need or the Department of Homeland Security to be continually vigilant and inventive to prevent and investigate cybercrimes in a rapidly changing technological world.Kerr. O. (2012, January 23). Whats the status of the Mosaic Theory after Jones?(Links to an external site.) Retrieved from http://volokh.com/2012/01/23/whats-the-status-of-the-mosaic-theory-after-jones/This article explains the latest status of 4th Amendment privacy issues as issued by the United States Supreme Court.Accessibility Statement does not exist.Privacy Policy(Links to an external site.)Smith, L. E. (2013). Jonesing for a test: Fourth Amendment privacy in the wake of United States v. Jones(Links to an external site.). Berkley Technology Law Journal, 28. Retrieved from http://btlj.org/data/articles2015/vol28/28_AR/28-berkeley-tech-l-j-1003-1036.pdfAn examination of whether or not the evolution of surveillance technologies over the last few decades has rendered the 4th Amendment right to privacy null.MultimediaGreco, J. I. (Writer), Halper, A. (Producer). (1997). Privacy protection in todays society(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. In Privacy and Security-A Fred Friendly Seminar. Retrieved from https://fod.infobase.com/OnDemandEmbed.aspx?token=10469wID=100753loid=5784plt=FODw=420h=315fWidth=440fHeight=365The full version of this video is available through the Films on Demand database in the UAGC Library. This short, three-minute video explains the notion of the right to privacy being a part of the Founding Fathers intent for the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, even if the word privacy cannot be found in the document.Accessibility Statement(Links to an external site.)Privacy Policy(Links to an external site.)KnowledgeAtWharton. (2012, December 6). Security expert Amos Guiora: Cyber terrorism poses an enormous threat(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/-zzNtjxo-bkThis 17-minute video examines the threats of cyber crime and evaluates whether or not the United States could experience a Pearl Harbor-like surprise, electronic attack.Accessibility Statement(Links to an external site.)Privacy Policy(Links to an external site.)Web PagesMitchell, J., Pate, J. (2003, April 1). The Department of Homeland Security: Goals and challenges(Links to an external site.). Retrieved from http://www.nti.org/analysis/articles/homeland-security-goals-challenges/This we page provides basic information about the Homeland Security Act: the reason for its creation, its implementation and goals and challenges the Department of Homeland Security faces to carry out its multi-functional purpose.Accessibility Statement does not exist.Privacy Policy(Links to an external site.)Recommended ResourcesWeb PagesDepartment of Justice. (n.d.). What is the USA patriot web(Links to an external site.). Retrieved from http://www.justice.gov/archive/ll/highlights.htmThis Justice Department website provides a synopsis of the highlights of the United States Patriot Act.Accessibility Statement does not exist.Privacy Policy(Links to an external site.)WebsitesMSCJ Resources(Links to an external site.) (http://ashford-mscj.weebly.com/)This resource site will provide assistance in researching additional sources for the assessments within this course.Accessibility Statement does not exist.Privacy Policy does not exist.
