Discuss how MasterCard could use its data warehouse to help it expand each of these customer bases.

MasterCard managers are motivated to increase (1) the number of individuals who have and use a MasterCard credit card, (2) the number of banks and other clents who issue MasterCards to customers and/or employees, and (3) the number of locations that accept MasterCard payments. Discuss how MasterCard could use its data warehouse to help it expand each of these customer bases.2. MasterCard makes its analytics tools available to all of its member banks and other issuers. It knows that getting its clients to use these tools can be critical to keeping them as loyal customers. Discuss the steps that MasterCard can take to promote greater use of its BI and reporting tools by its clients. Who do you think larger or smaller clients will benefit most from MasterCard’s analytics tools? Why?3. Do some Internet research to identify examples of “tap & go” applications. What are some typical types of “tap & go” payment applications and what growth trends are expected? Do you think that there are limits to the types of applications that “tap & go” payments can be used for? Why or why not?4. Do some research on the extent to which MasterCard’s PayPass digital wallet is being embraced as a payment mechanism for online purchases. What are the advantages and disadvantages of digital wallets such as PayPass? What can MasterCard do to encourage online merchants to accept PayPass digital wallet payments?5. Supporting mobility and smartphone apps is important to MasterCard. What challenges does MasterCard face in rolling out smartphone payment systems? Which of these do you think will be most difficult to address? Why?

Explain Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning, describing each of the five components and explaining how each component supports all other components.

Item 1Planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum is part of a continuous process based on teachers’ daily interactions with students. Review Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 1. Based on this information complete the following:· Explain Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning, describing each of the five components and explaining how each component supports all other components. (3 -4 paragraphs)· Discuss the similarities and differences between Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework, and in particular, the ongoing cycle of observing, documenting, assessing, planning, and implementing curriculum (pages 18 – 26). (3 -4 paragraphs)Your ResponseEnter your response here.Rubric0Not Present1Needs Improvement2Meets Expectations3Exceeds ExpectationsSub-Competency 1: Analyze the components of a developmentally appropriate curriculum and an effective curriculum planning cycle. Learning Objective 1.1:Describe the cycle of curricular planning and how each component supports all other components.Description of the cycle of curricular planning and how each component part supports all other components is missing. Response includes an unclear or incomplete description of the cycle of planning. Explanation of how each component part supports all other parts is vague, illogical, or incomplete.Response describes the cycle of planning and delineates how each of the five component part supports all other components.Explanation of how each component part supports all other parts is clear, logical, and complete.The response demonstrates the same level of achievement as “2,” plus the following:Response applies the cycle of planning to an authentic preschool environment.Response includes reference to a relevant academic or professional resource.Learning Objective 1.2:Discuss the similarities and differences between Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework, and in particular, the ongoing cycle of observing, documenting, assessing, planning, and implementing curriculum.Description of the similarities and differences between Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework is missing. Response vaguely or incorrectly describes similarities and differences between Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework.Response includes fewer than two references to Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework.Response clearly and accurately describes similarities and differences between Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework.Response includes two or more references to Gestwicki and the California Preschool Curriculum Framework.The response demonstrates the same level of achievement as “2,” plus the following:Response explains how a teacher would Gestwicki’s Cycle of Planning or the California Preschool Curriculum Framework ongoing cycle of observing, documenting, assessing, planning, and implementing curriculum authentic preschool environment.Item 2Select an area of interest (i.e., gardening, the four seasons, etc.). Compare and contrast how the four approaches to preschool curriculum planning (integrated, thematic, emergent, and project-based) can be used to teach the area of interest you selected. (3-4 paragraphs)Your ResponseEnter your response here.RubricSub-Competency 2: Identify and describe approaches to preschool curriculum planning.Learning Objective 2.1:Compare and contrast the approaches to preschool curriculum planning. A comparison of the approaches to preschool curriculum planning is missing.The response inaccurately compares and contrasts how the five approaches to preschool curriculum planning can be used to teach a specific area of curriculum, or not all five approaches are addressed.The response accurately compares and contrasts how five approaches to preschool curriculum planning can be used to teach a specific area of curriculum.The response demonstrates the same level of achievement as “2,” plus the following:The response compares and contrasts the approaches using more than one area of interest.Response includes reference to a relevant academic or professional resource.Item 3The learning resources and activities for this Competency discuss six models of curriculum for early childhood education: Montessori, Bank Street, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, High Scope, and Creative Curriculum. Reflect on the distinguishing features of each model. Then, read the scenario below and identify the curricular model depicted. Provide a rationale for your selection. (2 – 3 paragraphs)ScenarioYou have been invited to a preschool classroom. Although the students were busy and moving around, the classroom was calm. One group of children was practicing addition using colored beads. Another group was sorting different shapes of beads and counting them into different containers. While walking around the classroom you observe children using utensils to perform tasks such as spooning Jell-O and pouring water. Not only does this activity indirectly help prepare children for handwriting, it prepares them for practical life skills using real not play materials. In a far corner you notice other children engaged in activities that would broaden and refine their sensory impressions. One child was touching different fabrics; another child was smelling cotton balls moistened with different odors. A third child was playing with boxes that when shaken makes different sounds. Behind them in the far distance, you notice a child building a tower with colored blocks horizontally. The teacher stated he was exploring. You are intrigued with what you saw and would like to implement the approach in your preschool classroom. Your ResponseEnter your response here.RubricSub-Competency 3: Describe models of preschool curriculum design. Learning Objective 3.1:Analyze a preschool setting to identify the curricular model being applied. The identification of the curriculum model is missing. The response inaccurately identifies the curricular model and/or vaguely explains the rationale for selecting the model. Response does not include a reference to an academic/professional resource to support the rationale.The response accurately identifies the curricular model and clearly explains the rationale for selecting the model. Response includes a reference to an academic/professional resource to support the rationale.The response demonstrates the same level of achievement as “2,” plus the following:The response identifies how the teacher could apply the model to an authentic preschool setting. Response includes a rationale to support how the model could be applied to an authentic preschool classroom.Item 4Select three models of curriculum planning (other than the model you identified in Item 3). For each of the three models you selected, write a brief scenario (1-2 paragraphs) that depicts a preschool setting that uses that model. In your scenarios, include details about the environment and activities such that an early childhood professional could distinguish which model is being depicted in each scenario. Your scenarios may be based on preschool settings that you have observed or created. Be sure to identify the model depicted in each of the three scenarios. (3-6 paragraphs total) Your ResponseEnter your response here.Rubric Sub-Competency 3: Describe models of preschool curriculum design. Learning Objective 3.2:Describe preschool settings that reflect different models of curriculum.Descriptions of preschool settings that reflect different models of curriculum are missing.The response inaccurately describes preschool settings that reflect three different curricular models or fewer than three models are depicted. Response does not include a reference to an academic/professional resource to support the scenarios.The response accurately describes preschool settings that reflect three different curricular models.Response includes a reference to an academic/professional resource to support the scenarios.The response demonstrates the same level of achievement as “2,” plus the following:Response includes a scenario depicting a fourth curricular model.

Where have you seen evidence of a successful commitment to diversity, equity or inclusion at your organization?

After reflecting on Module 7’s assigned resources (listed below), consider your internship site’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Begin by looking at your organization’s website for a statement of diversity, equity or inclusion (most y organizations or companies will have one). If your organization doesn’t have a statement on their website, look for an organizational mission statement or a corporate social responsibility statement. Read the available resources, consider your experience working at this site, and answer the following questions. (Note: Please do not use “diversity,” “equity,” and “inclusion” interchangeably since they refer to different things.) Make sure to integrate at least one required course into your answer.Where have you seen evidence of a successful commitment to diversity, equity or inclusion at your organization? Is your experience with the organization consistent with the organization’s statement on diversity, equity and inclusion? Please provide specific examples.Are there places where your host organization could more effectively pursue diversity, equity or inclusion?As you answer these questions you might consider: diversity of employees and organizational leaders, culture of inclusion, training around diversity, equity, or inclusion provided to staff, discussion of DEI issues in relation to the organization or the work that is performedWhat are some ways that you can commit to promoting equitable, diverse and inclusive work spaces? (Both in your current internship and in your future work experiences).Submission guidelines:Your journal should be approximately 300-350 words in length and should address each question in the assignment directions.Please integrate at least one source into your response and cite appropriately, using APA. Please refer to the rubric associated with this assignment for detailed guidance about expectations and grading. Please submit this assignment through D2L by the date and time indicated on your syllabus.Required Resources:

Using the above article please list 5 reasons why this is a great idea.

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/the-latest-perk-schools-are-using-to-attract-teachers-4-day-weeks/2022/06Using the above article please list 5 reasons why this is a great idea. Then using the same article list why you think this is a horrible idea. Finally, tell us what you really feel. Are you for or against this?

Explain how the environment you have created would encourage development of the creative self in young children in each area of your classroom.

Throughout this course, we have been discussing becoming the Whole Teacher. One of the five pillars of becoming the Whole Teacher is to find ways to encourage child-centered active learning. As we learned through our conversations in the discussion forums this week, two elements that contribute to the development of this type of learning environment are the physical and creative aspects of the classroom. In your assignment this week, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of how to foster a physical and creative learning environment that promotes child-centered active learning by completing a grant application.At the monthly administrator’s meeting for ABC Early Childhood Center, the regional director shared with you a grant opportunity for early childhood centers to receive a grant of $5000 to remodel your center to stimulate physical activity and promote creativity for your students. The regional director encouraged you all to apply and you have decided to take them up on their suggestion and complete a grant application.In your grant application:Describe your current educational setting, including the age of children (0-2, 3-5, or 6-8), number of children you work with, and the philosophy of your education setting. You can base this either on the education setting in which you are currently working or you can create a fictitious center. (.5 points)Design the classroom environment that you would create with the grant money that is based on developmentally appropriate strategies and tools to promote optimal cognitive development and learning in young children. To create your illustration you may use Classroom Architect(Links to an external site.), Scholastic Class Set-Up Tool(Links to an external site.), or Kaplan Floor Planner(Links to an external site.). Attach a copy of your classroom design to your grant proposal. (2 points)Discuss how the design of your classroom environment aligns with Figure 1.1 from the text and is supported by current research about optimal classroom environments. (1 point)Explain how the environment you have created would promote optimal physical development and learning in young children in each area of your classroom. Use specific examples from your illustration and research to support your decisions. (1.5 point)Explain how the environment you have created would encourage development of the creative self in young children in each area of your classroom. Use specific examples from your illustration and research to support your decisions. (1.5 point)Summarize how the grant money will help you to ensure you can create a learning environment that promotes child-centered active learning and 21st-century skills. (2 points)

Explain cultural self-awareness and why this connection exists.

Question: Cultural Self-AwarenessClick the ‘scenario’ button below to review the topic and then answer the following question: Description: When you, the external consultant, came into the facility and applied your cultural empathetic strategies to facilitate problem solving and make suggestions for the worksite, you recognized your affinity for the people that seem to lack the most power and privilege because this feels relatable for you. This feeling is part of cultural self-awareness.Question: Explain cultural self-awareness and why this connection exists.

Describe the purposes of a literature review.

Before beginning work on this week’s discussion post, review the following resources:From the below list, select one topic for which you will lead the discussion in the forum this week. Early in the week, reserve your selected topic by posting your response (reservation post) to the Discussion Area, identifying your topic in the subject line. By the due date assigned, research your topic and start a scholarly conversation as you respond with your initial or primary post to your own reservation post in the Discussion Area. Make sure your response does not duplicate your colleagues’ responses.Describe the purposes of a literature review.Compare how literature reviews are used in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches.Outline the steps in conducting a literature review.Discuss the significance and meaning of a problem statement (or purpose statement).Synthesize key concepts in a way that articulates a clear point, position, and conclusion supported by research. Select a different bullet point than what your classmates have already posted so that we can engage several discussions on relevant topics. If all of the bullet points have been addressed, then you may begin to reuse the bullet points with the expectation that varied responses continue.The final paragraph (three or four sentences) of your initial post should summarize the one or two key points that you are making in your initial response.As the beginning of a scholarly conversation, your initial post should be:Succinct—no more than 500 words.Provocative—use concepts and combinations of concepts from the readings to propose relationships, causes, and/or consequences that inspire others to engage (inquire, learn). In other words, take a scholarly stand.Supported—scholarly conversations are more than opinions. Ideas, statements, and conclusions are supported by clear research and citations from course materials as well as other credible, peer-reviewed resources.Engage in a discussion with at least two colleagues and respond to questions from your professor by the end of the week.For grading:The reservation post and initial post are assessed in the rubric line item “Quality of initial posting.”Neither the reservation post nor the initial post count toward days of participation.Follow-up posts made throughout the week to your colleagues and professor will apply to participation points in the rubric.All posts will be assessed for writing mechanics and information literacy. Be sure to review the expanded rubric for more details on grading criteria.

Write a 2 page explanation of why it is important to include in a developmental supervision model the domains that Stoltenberg (2008) describes.

Developmental Models of SupervisionAlthough there are many different models of supervision, this week’s Discussion focuses on developmental models because they are perhaps the most widely used supervisory models. Developmental models are uniquely created for supervision and training. Stoltenberg (2008) suggests that a number of domains should be evaluated for supervision, including intervention skills competence, assessment techniques, interpersonal assessment, client conceptualization, theoretical orientation, professional ethics, individual differences, and treatment goals and plans. Each of these domains provides a wealth of important information for a supervisor to assess in his or her supervisee.To prepare for this Discussion, review Stoltenberg’s developmental model of supervision (see Chapter 3 in Falender & Shafranske, 2008b).Write a 2 page explanation of why it is important to include in a developmental supervision model the domains that Stoltenberg (2008) describes. Then, select one domain and fully describe its function or purpose. Finally, explain how you would integrate that domain into your own model of supervision.Be sure to support your post with specific references to the Learning Resources.READINGSBeck, J. S., Sarnat, J. E., & Barenstein, V. (2008). Psychotherapy-based approaches to supervision. In C. A. Falender & E. P. Shafranske (Eds.), Casebook for clinical supervision: A competency-based approach (pp. 57–96). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.Falender, C. A., & Shafranske, E. P. (2004). Clinical supervision: A competency-based approach. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.Ch.1, “The Practice of Clinical Supervision” (pp. 3–35)Stoltenberg, C. D. (2008). Developmental approaches to supervision. In C. A. Falender & E. P. Shafranske (Eds.), Casebook for clinical supervision: A competency-based approach (pp. 39–56). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Write a 2 page description of your imaginary shame attack.

Can Shame Attacks Be an Effective Technique? What makes you feel embarrassment? Maybe you hate when a neighbour drops by unexpectedly and sees that your house hasn’t been cleaned recently. Maybe you fear looking silly on the dance floor so you avoid dancing at all costs. Now ask yourself a second question: What would happen if you purposefully exposed yourself to something that caused embarrassment? What if you went to your friend’s wedding and danced in the most ridiculous way you can think of for one song? How might you feel the next time you attempted to dance regularly? Albert Ellis calls this practice purposefully doing something that causes distress, embarrassment, or anxiety a shame attack. The purpose of this technique is to demonstrate that what a person says to himself/herself during the activity will actually lessen the embarrassment. You might have observed in the Week 1 REBT demonstration that Albert Ellis has a humorous and distinctly colourful personal style. Shame attack exercises are one example of various types of homework exercises that Ellis developed to expose clients to distress and embarrassment as a means of overcoming irrational thoughts by disputing those beliefs. They are designed to help the client experience and change her or his beliefs about the emotional consequences of another person’s perceptions. For this Discussion, you are asked to imagine yourself in an embarrassing situation. (You do not have to actually carry out the exercise.) What constitutes a shame attack situation will be different for everyone. You might imagine being in a grocery store and walking a stuffed pet on a stick, or singing on a public bus or train, for example. To prepare: Imagine placing yourself in a situation where the type of shame might be slightly embarrassing. As you conceptualize your situation, consider what fears or irrational thoughts you might have about the situation before it occurred. Then, consider what you might say to yourself to make the event bearable. With these thoughts in mind: Write a 2 page description of your imaginary shame attack. What did you say to yourself to make the exercise bearable? What did you learn from this exercise? Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources. Use proper APA format and citations.

Is the American dream today, as you understand it, really just about attaining wealth?

Week 6, Discussion Board — Is this dystopia (an imagined place or state in which everything is unpleasant or bad, typically a totalitarian or environmentally degraded one.)?In Sandler, Kamp, and Cooper’s work, we get a sense of the American Dream unraveling.a. Is the American dream today, as you understand it, really just about attaining wealth? Or is that model crumbling due to economic pressures that don’t seem to be easing? How are we faring, given stiff competition in the global world? According to the definition of dystopia above, are we there? Explain.b. What is the lesson of Jay Gatsby’s experience? What did he hope to attain? Was his a rational and attainable dream? Would he ever have fit in with Daisy’s world? What is Fitzgerald getting at, exactly, in this American classic?c. Analyze the character of Daisy’s husband Tom. What is his type? Who is he and who does he want to be? Why does he “win” in the end? What is the author’s message, then?d. The Rolling Stones once claimed, “You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes… You get what you need…” Is this true of the characters in The Great Gatsby? Did they get what they needed in life? What did each need?e. Finally, select four quotes from The Great Gatsby that you think encapsulate this story’s essence and post them in your discussion board posting. Tell why you selected each one and relate the quote to both the tragedy of Gatsby and to your own connection to the quote. For instance, I might select, “They had forgotten me, but Daisy glanced up (at him) and held out her hand; Gatsby didn’t know me now at all. I looked once more at them and they looked back at me, remotely, possessed by intense life” (96).Here Nick sees Daisy and Gatsby totally engaged with one another. In this moment of emotion, no one else exists for them in this world. I wonder if that is really how love is when it is first uncorked and acknowledged, or if that is just romantic fantasy. The world around them has ceased to exist and they are riding on passion. There is no room left for thought or rational awareness. Love is the drug…

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