Reflect on how the policy affects or may affect your community, geographic area, or potential clients.
In practice, social workers engage with many programs drawn from federal polices to serve their clients. Those policies then have state or local variations that affect program delivery Refer to the Policy Research Starter in the Learning Resources. These resources provide a start for finding information on the policies for this Quick Guide. However, you may need to do additional research.Refer to the Social Welfare Policy: Search Tips site listed in the Learning Resources for tips on finding additional information. Also note that reputable non-profits and other organizations, some of which you will find throughout the Learning Resources in this course, can be good sources. Explore these policies: (Social Security Act, Economic Opportunity Act, Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act), Then briefly:Explain how the policy is addressed at the federal, state, and local levels.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 weeks Quick Guide:Identify one opportunity for change for one of the policies.Policy Resources:Office of Family Assistance. (1996). TANF-ACF-PA-1997-01(Guidance concerning maintenance of effort, definition Assistance and other provisions in the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996). U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/policy-guidance/tanf-acf-pa-1997-01-guidance-concerning-maintenance-effort-definitionHHS.gov. (n.d.). Programs that use the poverty guidelines as a part of eligibility determination. https://www.hhs.gov/answers/hhs-administrative/what-programs-use-the-poverty-guidelines/index.html
What challenges have you noticed in the meetings you have attended? Why is it important to deal with these challenges effectively?
Addressing Challenges that Arise in Strategic-Planning MeetingsNo matter what your role is in an organization, you will most likely attend a significant number of meetings. For strategic planning in particular, meetings are an essential part of each phase of the process. What challenges have you noticed in the meetings you have attended? Why is it important to deal with these challenges effectively?Reflect on the following scenarioYour organization has just opened a new center and you have called a meeting to discuss what is working well and what challenges have arisen. When you ask the group members to share their perspectives, everyone is silent.From the Selected scenario above answer the questions below.What steps would you take to address this challenge?Review the tools included in the Memory Jogger 2. Which tools would you utilize in this particular situation?What additional skills would help you and others to address this challenge? APA GUIDELINES IN CITES CIATION (1 PAGE OR LESS).http://www.amazon.com/The-Memory-Jogger-Continuous-Improvement/dp/1576811131The website above lets you view the memory jogger
How does your business connect with and support your community?
Questions It dont have to have to 250 words for the questions Unique Cocktails and More LLC Individual questions37. Please elaborate on your biggest obstacle or challenge in two sentences or less. 41. Please elaborate on how you intend to use this grant funding. Be as specific as possible. Max 250 words. 46. Tell us more about you. Why did you become a small business owner? What is the origin story of your business? Please be as specific as possible. Max 250 words.47. Tell us more about your business. What problem does your business seek to solve? Who are your customers and how does your business uniquely meet their needs? Please be as specific as possible. Max 250 words. *48. Tell us more about where youre headed. How will you maximize this $20,000 grant to meet your next milestone? Please be as specific as possible. Max 250 words. * 49. How does your business connect with and support your community? Please be as specific as possible. Max 250 words. *50. We want to hear what makes you proud of your business. What would you consider to be your biggest accomplishment? Max 250 words. *
What are the current major factors that both constrain and influence a legislative bodys deliberations?
After the re-election of President Barack Obama, describe the legislative process for budget review and adoption. What are the current major factors that both constrain and influence a legislative bodys deliberations? How do agencies attempt to influence the legislature on behalf of their programs? What is the role of the legislature after it adopts the budget and sends it to the chief executive for execution? Approximately three (3) pages in length and not exceed five (pages)1 or 2 outside sources APA Format
Identify the critical components of operations management function in differing organisations and clearly demonstrate their relationship to decision making and value chain.
Identify the critical components of operations management function in differing organisations and clearly demonstrate their relationship to decision making and value chain. Evaluate, apply and articulate the principles and quantitative methodologies to assist decision-making in operations process planning, scheduling and inventory management. Critically evaluate the role of operations management in the strategic management of organisations and supply chains.
Explain which factors (e.g., price and/or performance measures) were most important to your choice of plan and how you derived the weights for each factor you used.
Consider the four health plans below with an eye to choosing one to offer to the companys employees. Assume that the health plans and their annual per employee premiums are as follows: Health Plan Premium, IndividualPremium, FamilyAetna Health$4,555$11,428MetroPlus$4,267$10,540Empire$4,217$10,767Oxford$6,029$13,417The employer will pay 80% of the premium for individual coverage, and the employee will pay the remaining 20% as well as the entire additional premium for family coverage. (The premiums listed above, while realistic in magnitude, are hypothetical and computed solely for the purpose of this project.) All of the plans are managed care plans. Assume that the benefit package is the same across all plans, so there is no difference between them in what services are covered.In addition to the above data, click here to view and investigate the Online Report on Quality Performance Results in New York State, the latest report card issued by the New York State Department of Health, 2013, and incorporate the information into your evaluation.You can view the various categories of measures on which health plans are rated (e.g., Access to Care, Adult Living with Illness, etc.). Click each link for a summary chart that presents the performance (usually as a percentage score) of each plan in the group on the relevant measures and how each plan compares to regional and statewide scores.Submit a 2-page analysis in a Microsoft Word document that outlines the plan you selected and why. Generally, you would select the plan with the highest score, but if you chose a plan with a lower score, explain why. Include the following elements in your analysis:Explain which factors (e.g., price and/or performance measures) were most important to your choice of plan and how you derived the weights for each factor you used.Indicate, on a scale of 1 to 10, how comfortable or confident you are that you made the right choice, with 10 being most confident.Part IIYou need to use the multiattribute utility (MAU) technique to respond to the following questions. Although the technique can be performed with pencil and paper, it is recommended you use a Microsoft Excel to do the various calculations involved.Click the following links to access the information on using the MAU technique:MAU ModelMAU ExampleCompare your level of confidence at the time you completed Part I to your confidence level for Part II, when you used this decision aid.Was it helpful? What were its advantages and disadvantages?Did it make the decision harder to make or easier to justify?Support your responses with examples.Cite any sources in APA format.Submission DetailsName your document SU_HCM3002_W4_A2_LastName_FirstInitial.doc.
Was the Department of Homeland Security wrong in the threat assessment released in November of 2009, in which it cited a growing threat from domestic extremist groups and individuals? Why or why not? Explain.
Click on the following link(s) for the Phase 3 Reading Assignment:Contemporary Domestic Terrorism IssuesPrimary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400600 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:Was the Department of Homeland Security wrong in the threat assessment released in November of 2009, in which it cited a growing threat from domestic extremist groups and individuals? Why or why not? Explain.Was it inappropriate to discuss the domestic environment and possible motivations for citizens to engage in terrorist behavior and acts? Why or why not? Do you feel that it illustrated a lack of trust of U.S. citizens? Explain.Should the Secretary of Homeland Security have apologized for the assessment? Why or why not? If such briefings are not tolerable to the citizens of the United States, how should the federal government (or state or local governments) communicate to its citizens information related to trends in domestic terrorism, hate groups and crimes, and the risk posed to citizens? Explain in detail.Should certain groups or individuals be off-limits when discussing potential terrorist motivations (e.g., military veteran
explain the final ruling in the case by the Supreme Court and, most importantly, how the ruling in the case impacts the lives of Americans.
The Supreme Court is made up of nine justices who are responsible for deciding whether or not laws are in line with the U.S. Constitution. These individuals serve life-long appointments once they are nominated by the President and confirmed by the United States Senate. Below is a list of some of the most controversial decisions in the last few decades by the Supreme Court. These cases are often mentioned by politicians during campaigns because the issues are still debated, even after the Supreme Courts ruling.For this assignment:First, list the current nine members of the United States Supreme Court.Second, look at the link below fot District of Columbia v. Heller, gun rights. Summarize (in your own words):The key points in the case and explain the law being challengedThe part or amendment to the Constitution discussed in the caseAnd, the states or local governments, if any, that were mentioned in the case.Third, explain the final ruling in the case by the Supreme Court and, most importantly, how the ruling in the case impacts the lives of Americans. You may need to look for an additional news article if you are unsure.Be sure to include the links to any news articles or websites you visit by copying and pasting the link at the end of your assignment.As with all weekly written assignments, submit your work as an attached file. Double-space your paper and use 12 point Times New Roman as your font.
analyze how the poems describe Sigurths heroic accomplishments, and explain your impression of him.
PromptThe heroes of all the myths we have covered thus far have been quite complex, and this weeks reading about Sigurth is no different. In this es.say, analyze how the poems describe Sigurths heroic accomplishments, and explain your impression of him. In doing so, pay close attention to his fight with the dragon, his promise to Brynhild, his pact with Gunner, and his ultimate betrayal.Guidelines Your initial response should be at least 500 words in length Use MLA format for any quotations or citations that you use to support your answer Use size 12 font, one-inch margins, and double-spacing Consult the MLA Formatting and Style Guide to understand how to format citations and references and for general writing assistance (writing style, mechanics, grammar, etc.). ReadingsThe Poetic Edda: Stories Of The Norse Gods And Heroes, translated and edited by Jackson Crawford. Hackett Publishing Company, Inc., 2015.Introduction, pp. ix to xxiiVoluspa, pp. 1 to 16Havamal, pp. 17 to 47Vafthurthnismal, pp. 48 to 59Lokasenna, pp. 100 to 114Thrymskvitha, pp. 115 to 122Baldrs draumar, pp. 141 to 144Rigsthula, pp. 145 to 155Voluspa en skamma, pp. 156 to 167Fra dautha Sinfjotla, pp. 218 to 219Gripisspa, pp. 220 to 233Reginsmal, pp. 234 to 240Fafnismal, pp. 241 to 251Sigrdrifumal, pp. 252 to 259Brot af Sigurtharkvithu, pp. 260 to 265Guthrunarkvitha I, pp. 266 to 272Sigurtharkvitha en skamma, pp. 273 to 288Helreith Brynhildar, pp. 289 to 292
Describe how you knew learning occurred prior to summative assessment.
Curriculum Based Summative Assessment Design Using what youve learned from Chapters Six and Eight from Lefrançois as well as other resources along the way, develop a curriculum based assessment (CBA) centered on one of your two instructional plans from Weeks Three and Four.Part 1: Provide a Pre-Assessment Description (One-to two-pages).Use these prompts to guide your exploration of what occurred BEFORE the summative assessment.State measurable and observable objectives (what you wanted students to learn).Describe how you knew learning occurred prior to summative assessment.Describe the instructional strategies used to prepare students for the summative assessment (from your previous instructional plan in either Weeks Three or Four).Explain adjustments you made or should have made to your instruction to ensure mastery of learning objectives.Describe how the use of technology contributed to student preparation for the summative assessment or how it will be added to and contribute to the summative assessment here.Part 2: Design an easily accessible summative assessment (Approximately two to three pages) Identify the grade level and subject matter and a measurable unit objective(s) and align with the stated standard as prescribed in the original instructional plan from either Week Three or Four and referenced from the Common Core State Standards Initiative. Create a minimum of six, no more than ten, problems/questions/tasks for students to complete that include a variety of test item types (selected response, short answer, extended written response, and/or performance).Label each question with its corresponding: Objective(s) (if more than one is being assessed)Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels (Note at least two different cognitive levels must be measured on this assessment.)Define and discuss criteria for scoring extended response and performance items.Part 3: Provide Assessment Reflection (One to two pages).Define how you determined mastery.Explain how you will accommodate or modify for the special population previously described in Week Four (two students with specific learning disabilities in reading and math, one ADHD student, and one English language learner).Describe how you will use the evidence collected. Grading: You will submit a SINGLE document clearly labeled as Parts 1, 2, and 3. APA formatting will be followed, including the required cover and reference pages. You must use a minimum of five scholarly resources, in addition to the course text. Your resources should include a combination of peer-reviewed articles and web-based articles, and they must be cited in-text. You will be held accountable for each required subcomponent per part, viewable on the assignment rubric.Writing the Final ProjectThe Summative Assessment: Must be approximately eight double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:Title of paperStudents nameCourse name and numberInstructors nameDate submittedMust begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.Must use at least five scholarly sources, in addition to the course text.Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
