Compare and contrast the responsibilities of local, state, and federal governments under the National Response Framework.

“National Response FrameworkCritique the local, state, and federal response in regard to Hurricane Katrina. Use specific examples to support your critique.Compare and contrast the responsibilities of local, state, and federal governments under the National Response Framework. Use specific examples to illustrate the responsibilities of the different levels of government.“NIMS”Analyze the National Incident Management System. Select the one area that is most critical to the successful response to an incident and explain why you believe it is the most important part of the NIMS. Support your response.From the e-Activity, discuss and explain the role that IT personnel can play in NIMS and how this can lead to effective emergency management.

Identify a minimum of three specific techniques for retaining participant interest not found in the Blanchard and Thacker (2019) text and briefly explain each.

Please keep both separate, address each question and add the references at the bottom of each discussion. Please make sure you check grammar and punctuation errors, as well as quoting and using in text citations. PLEASE make sure you cite the information, do NOT plagiarize and ADD all references. No Cover Page Needed PLEASE INBOX ME IF YOU HAVE QUESTION or need reading material on the assignment!PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU CANNOT ACCESS THE REQUIRED TEXTBOOK!!!!!!!!Directions: Your initial post should be 250 to 300 words. Use this week’s lecture and Chapters8 as a foundation for your initial post. In addition to the Blanchard and Thacker (2019) text, use at least one additional scholarly source to support your discussion.Required Resources Text: Blanchard, P. N., & Thacker, J. W. (2019). Effective training: Systems, strategies, and practices (6th ed.). Chicago Business Press.· Chapter 8: Development and Implementation of TrainingPart 1 Engaging Participants Research to identify techniques for maintaining participant interest in training.Identify a minimum of three specific techniques for retaining participant interest not found in the Blanchard and Thacker (2019) text and briefly explain each.Explain how these three specific techniques can be used to deliver effective training, noting the learning style to which each technique appeals.Compare and contrast these three specific techniques with those identified in the course text.Part 2 Effective Facilitation For this discussion board, you will reflect on a facilitated training session you experienced that affected you either positively or negatively. For the facilitation training session you experienced,Describe the methods, tools, or strategies from the session that you would like to emulate if the experience was positive or avoid if it was negative.Analyze the facilitated session in terms of the characteristics of adult learning and effective facilitation that you have learned about in the course and course readings.Explain the role the training played in improving your individual performance and whether the learning objectives and design supported overall organizational improvement.

Examine what classical music is and how it differs from other genres.

Visit and Learn about classical music: (5.5 points)Go to the following website to learn more about Classical Music: https://www.yourclassical.org/story/2013/10/15/what-is-classical-musicExamine what classical music is and how it differs from other genres.Make notes about classical music and describe in detail what is stated on the website about classical music. DO NOT copy the information from the website. Put information in your own words before writing. (1.5 points)Afterreading about classical music, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the link:Learning to Listen: Introduction to Musical Formhttps://www.yourclassical.org/story/2012/10/25/musical-form-learning-to-listenRead about the symphonyandmake notes.Describewith detail what you learned. DO NOT copy the information from the website. Put information in your own words before writing. (1.5 points)Choose the KIDStab located at the top of the page. Look at “Your Classical Music Lessons”: Explore each section under “Your Classical Music Lessons”. Find one section thatyou’d like to learn more about. Click on it. Read and watch the videos provided. Then, write about what you learn. DO NOT copy the information from the website/s. Write in your own words. Some things to think about:Identify the section you chose to explore. (.5 points)Give information about the section. Be detailed!(2 points)What is it?What does the section teach you?Why is it important to learn about this information?Apply your musical experience. (4.5 points)).Describe in detail how to include classical music in the classroom and how to connect it to academic content. In other words, how will you use classical music for more than just “listening to”?What can you teach and learn from it? Givea detailed example. NOTE: You may need to research for different ideas. (1.5 points)List one TEK/Objective that you could use when teaching with classical music. (.5 points)Choose a children’s storybook that could be used to help include and teach about classical music in the classroom. Do notuse a storybook that is already listed on the classical music website from above ORone that is the title story of the musical selection you chose. Include the author, title, and s a picture of the cover of the storybook.Howwill you incorporate thestorybook with a coordinating musical selection in your classroom? (1 point)Choose a musical selection that goes along with the book. What content will you teach the children? How will youmake connections between the musical selection and the storybook for the children? (1.5 points)

Describe the formal amendment process, as put forth in Article V of the Constitution and explain why the founders chose those rules for formally amending the Constitution.

1. As the authors explain in Chapter 2, “The Founding and the Constitution,” the Constitution can be changed by formal, as well as informal, means. Complete the following assignment:Describe the formal amendment process, as put forth in Article V of the Constitution and explain why the founders chose those rules for formally amending the Constitution.Provide an explanation of the informal process of amending the Constitution.Define “loose construction” and “strict construction” methods of constitutional interpretation, and describe how each perspective aligns with formal versus informal methods of change.Explain whether you favor a method of loose construction or strict construction of the Constitution. Identify what you view as the benefits of your perspective.2. In Chapter 3, “Federalism,” the authors discuss how the U.S. Constitution creates a dual system of government whereby the powers are distributed between a national government and state governments. This arrangement has seen its share of challenges and changes. Complete the following assignment:Provide a brief description of the distribution of powers within the federal system, including an understanding of enumerated powers, reserved powers, and concurrent powers.Discuss the major eras in American history as they relate to federalism, and describe which level of government appeared to be dominant at each time.Describe what you believe is a proper distribution of powers between the national and state governments.3. In Chapter 6, “Congress,” the authors state, “the bulk of work on legislation consists of what members do in committees.” Include the following:Provide a thorough understanding of the committee system in Congress.Explain the various types of committees that have been developed.Describe the leadership and partisan nature of the committee system.Discuss the work that lawmakers perform in committees, and explain the role of committees in the lawmaking process.Explain why Congress established committees.4. Even though the President, as discussed in Chapter 7, has very few constitutionally enumerated powers, the duties of the President have become quite substantial. Include the following:Describe the express powers and responsibilities of the President, as provided for in Article II of the Constitution.Explain the roles and functions of the President, including head of state, head of government, chief diplomat, commander in chief, and chief legislator.Discuss the implied and inherent powers (and roles) of the President.Submission Instructions:Complete your assignment using word-processing software such as MS Word, Open Office (download free software athttp://www.openoffice.org/), or other per course requirements.Save your file as an .rtffile to ensure that it can be opened at any computer.Submit your assignment by selecting the writing assignment link in lesson 3, browsing to, and attaching your saved file from your desktop. Make sure to select SUBMIT. You may view your posting both on this page and under My Grades.

compare and contrast two homeland security research products and evaluate their effectiveness.

Comparing Homeland Security Research ProductsSince the attacks of 9/11/2001 and the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, there have been massive amounts of homeland security research and information created. Now that you have studied the design and execution of research, you will compare and contrast two homeland security research products and evaluate their effectiveness.First, read and evaluate the research of the New York Police Department’s report: “Radicalization in the West: The Homegrown Threat.” Read and evaluate the executive summary on pages 5-14. This report examines the incidence of homegrown terrorists within the borders of the U.S.Next, read and evaluate the research of the Department of Homeland Security report: “Right-wing extremism: Current economic and political climate fueling resurgence in radicalization and recruitment.” This report provides an assessment of the threat of homegrown extremism from right wing groups.Conduct a comparative analysis of these two homeland security research reports. Use this general outline to conduct your case study analysis:Analysis: NYPD Radicalization Report-Executive Summary (1 Page)What was the research question being addressed?What literature was reviewed in support of this research?What type of research methods were used in developing this research and subsequent report? Were the methods quantitative or qualitative?How was the research collected for the report? Did the report use existing data, surveys, etc.?Analysis: Were the report conclusions and analysis supported by the research and data presented in the report?Analysis: DHS Right-wing Extremism report (1 Page)What was the research question being addressed?What literature was reviewed in support of this research?What type of research methods were used in developing this research and subsequent report? Were the methods quantitative or qualitative?How was the research collected for the report? Did the report use existing data, surveys, etc.?Analysis: Were the report’s conclusions and analysis supported by the research and data presented?Compare and Contrast: (1 page)Which report provided the best analysis?What report used the best research methodology to gather its data?What were the weaknesses of these two reports in their research methods?What other research methods do you believe might improve either reports effectiveness?Do you agree with the analysis of these two reports?The paper must be three to four pages in length (excluding title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style. Cite your resources in text and on the reference page. For information regarding APA samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center, within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.

Explain why you allocated your assets as you did.

Week 2 Investment Game WorkroomCOLLAPSEDiscussion posts and trading activities for the class will take place in the Investment Game Workroom. Your required activity is outlined below:Game registration and initial stock picks (2% of Course Grade)Register for the game by following the instructions provided by your professor.Assemble your initial portfolio prior to the close of the markets on Wednesday of Week 2.By Sunday, midnight of Week 2, post a brief rationale in the Investment Game discussion board:Why did you choose your companies? Specifically, what market news, metrics, or other data led to you to pick these specific stocks?Share resource(s) you consulted to make your choice.Explain why you allocated your assets as you did.What benchmark are you measuring yourself against and why?NOTE: You may pick a broad market index like the S&P 500, but if you are dealing with non-U.S. companies or companies that have a particularly high or low volatility, another benchmark may be more appropriate.

Which past natural disaster do you think had the most significant impact on the United States? Explain.

You are an emergency manager in a medium-sized city.Your city manager is new to the position and isfrom a human resource background; therefore, he or she isunfamiliar with the risks that are posed by natural and technological hazards. The city manager would like you to provide him or herwith some introductory information related to risks and hazards, including appropriate response strategies to help him or herunderstand the challenges that are faced by your community and the nation overall.Assignment GuidelinesIn 4–5 paragraphs, address the following:Which past natural disaster do you think had the most significant impact on the United States? Explain.Which past technological disaster do you think had the most significant impact on the United States? Explain.If you had to choose 1, which natural disaster do you think is the most difficult to respond to? Why?What response strategy do you think is best suited for responding to your selected natural disaster from the previous question? Explain.Which do you think currently pose the most significant threat to the United States: natural or technological disasters? Explain your reasoning.

Discuss two business goals in support of the company’s mission.

Develop a business plan for a start-up company that plans to sell a product or service in a local market, in a national market, or on the Internet. Select one of your favorite products as the basis for the company, or invent a product.A. Write an executive summary (suggested length of 1–2 pages) in which you do the following:1. Identify the company’s name and location.2. Describe the mission of the company.3. Discuss two business goals in support of the company’s mission.4. Discuss three keys to success for the company.B. Write a company summary (suggested length of 4–6 pages) in which you do the following:1. Describe the history of the industry in which the company will operate.2. Identify the legal form that the company will take.3. Describe the location and type of facilities needed for the company.4. Describe the management structure, including key positions and specific responsibilities.5. Describe the products and services offered by the company.C. Develop a market analysis (suggested length of 3–5 pages) in which you do the following:1. Describe the target market for the company’s products and services, including the specific location, demographics, etc.2. Complete an industry analysis for the company, including current trends and statistics.3. Complete a four-square SWOT analysis for the company in which you do the following:a. Identify three strengths, three weaknesses, three opportunities, and three threats.b. Explain each of the identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.D. Develop a market strategy (suggested length of 3–6 pages) in which you do the following:1. Discuss each of the four Ps of marketing as they relate to the company’s products and services.2. Develop a price list for the company’s products and services.3. Develop a promotional strategy including specific tasks, target dates, and responsible parties.4. Develop a monthly sales forecast for the first year of operations, including a discussion of expected market conditions.Note: The sales forecast will be used as the basis for your revenue in your financial statements.E. Develop an implementation strategy in which you do the following:1. Summarize the overall strategy that will be utilized to launch your business, including target dates and goals for implementation.2. Develop a post-launch monitoring plan (e.g., financial impact, quality control, customer satisfaction, monitoring schedule) to evaluate the success of the company in meeting milestones.F. Calculate and develop the financial statements and projections for the first year of business by doing the following:1. Develop a month-by-month forecasted profit and loss statement using an estimate of revenues and operating costs based on the sales forecast.2. Develop a forecasted balance sheet for the end of year one.G. Write a financial report (suggested length of 1–2 pages) in which you do the following:1. Summarize the financial projections and the assumptions used in estimating the financial statements.2. Describe the company’s financial position at the end of the first year.3. Describe the company’s initial and future estimated capital/investment needs.

Describe how a federal policy affects your current or desired workplace.

Prepare:Prior to beginning your reflection this week, complete all course readings and assigned videos, and the Discussion, “Policy and Your Life.” Reflect:Once you have completed these assignments, think about how federalism and the U.S. Congress have or will affect your life. The federal structure ensures that there is a clear line between local, state, and federal government regulations, policies, and oversight—sometimes! Think about how federalstatuesaffect your work or will affect your work in the future. Does Congress have oversight of any of the processes or products in your workplace? Do the government regulations, policies, and oversight sometimes conflict with local or state regulations, policies, and oversight? Write:In your initial post of, based on your current or desired job, complete the following:Describe how a federal policy affects your current or desired workplace.—CURRENT WORKPLACE IS A CALL CENTERExplain what role Congress has in establishing workplace conditions in your current or desired job.Fully respond to all parts of the prompt and write your response in your own words. Your initial post should be 200 to 250 words. Support your position with APA citations from two or more of the assigned resources required for this discussion. Please be sure that you demonstrateunderstandingof these resources, integrate them into your argument, and cite them properly.

write a summary about the survey and what kind of experiences did you get from these people

first you will need to solve the survey, it must be 10 men and 10 women, after you finish with the survey you will need to write a summary about the survey and what kind of experiences did you get from these people and it must by doubled spaced and it should be one paper.

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