Should the United States allow for private prisons? Why or why not?
Then discuss: Should the United States allow for private prisons? Why or why not? You are required to write an original post of at least 150 words showing your critical analysis of the problem or issue presented. This is free writing, but your writing must be professional, and you are still required to properly use and cite at least 2 external sources in APA format and style (the text counts as one). After all, you cannot truly think critically without understanding the issue, and you cannot understand the issue without first gathering (accurate) information about it.
Do you think the inmate was successful in his suit?
This assignment is a Discussion Board Post for the JUSTICE 340 “Legal Issues of the Penal System” class and the instructions are as follows: In April 1992, correctional officers found homemade weapons (including two toothbrushes with razor blades attached to them) in an inmates cell. This was the third time the inmate had been found to possess such weapons. After a disciplinary hearing, the inmate was placed in disciplinary segregation. Upon release, he was moved to the prisons highest security level, an Intensive Management Unit (IMU). The inmate filed a Section 1983 action against eighteen prison officials, complaining, in part, that he had no direct access to the prison law library (he did have use of a law library correspondence system that provided legal materials within 24 hours), that photocopy and notary services were too slow and expensive, and that he was denied contact visits with his attorney. Do you think the inmate was successful in his suit? Post must be at least 250 words.
What is the most important thing you learned in the podcast?
Twice during the semester you will be required to listen to an episode from a podcast and write a one page essay. See the syllabus for due dates. Your essay should be 1 page, 350-500 words and should address the following: 1) What is the most important thing you learned in the podcast? 2) Why is it important? 3) How does it fit into the historical period? Given the short word count, you are not expected to include an introduction or conclusion. You should jump right into the body of your essay and quickly address the questions in the short amount of space that you have. You are welcome to use our textbook and the podcast episode. No other sources are necessary or allowed. You should cite the podcast and the textbook (if you use it). For information on citing podcasts appropriately, click here (Links to an external site.) (for Chicago) or here (Links to an external site.) (for MLA). You should use parenthetical citations along with a works cited page. Please make yourself aware of the course policies on scholastic dishonesty and late work as outlined in the syllabus. Approved Podcast List: For your podcast summaries, you may choose any episode of the following podcasts that is relevant to American History up until 1877. If you find an episode of another podcast that you would prefer to use (and fits this time/geographic requirement), you must ask me for approval. In all cases, make sure that you can adequately address the three questions above for the podcast episode you have selected. (click on the link below [where available] or browse using your favorite podcast app) 10 American Presidents (Links to an external site.) The Bowery Boys: New York City History (Links to an external site.) The History Chicks (Links to an external site.) In the Past Lane: The Podcast About History and Why it Matters (Links to an external site.) Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast (Links to an external site.) Revisionist History
Explain the chemistry behind all of the bonds within a molecule of water and the bonds between molecules of water. Briefly describe all of the important effects of these bonds in natural processes.
1) Cellular Energy (20 points) Imagine you are writing a piece of information that will be given to the public. Your goal is to explain this scientific process in a way that is relatable, but also uses key vocabulary and information. Explain either the process of respiration or the process of photosynthesis. Remember to include: Context: what is this process for? What are the products made? Where did they come from? What are the products used for? Be specific. Vocabulary: name important features and explain what they are. Use specific language. An example that relates to “everyday life”: How and where do we see these processes occurring? This is brief (1 sentence is fine) 2) Chemical Bonds of Water: (20 points) Imagine you are writing a piece of information that will be given to the public. Your goal is to explain this scientific process in a way that is relatable, but also uses key vocabulary and information. Explain the chemistry behind all of the bonds within a molecule of water and the bonds between molecules of water. Briefly describe all of the important effects of these bonds in natural processes. Use your notes to guide the content and level of detail. Remember to include: Context: why is this important? Vocabulary: name important features and explain what they are. Be specific. An example that relates to “everyday life”: How and where do we see these processes occurring? This is brief (1-2 sentences is fine)
Discuss how government policy in the US towards Native Americans exists in the present day and how it influences Native American usage of wildlife.
Homework #2 – EVSP330 – Fish and Wildlife Policies, Programs, and Issues Please respond to each question below. Cited sources, including textbook references ARE REQUIRED. Question 1. Explain what is meant by “public trust” as it relates to fisheries in the EEZ. (25 points) Be sure to cite the sources used to develop your answer. References Question 2. Summarize in detail the current (≥ 2011) status of U.S. Fisheries. Briefly describe 2 actions that can potentially improve the stocks of U.S. Fisheries. (25 points) References Question 3. Pick one stock that has changed status and discuss at least 2 explanations why it changed. (Note: You’ll likely have to find additional resources to find explanations). (25 points) References Question 4. Discuss how government policy in the US towards Native Americans exists in the present day and how it influences Native American usage of wildlife. (25 points) References
How does the house of quality lead to the bottom line?
For each item listed below, know the definition of the term (or phrase) as well as the purpose of the idea (what is the point the author is making by discussing this issue?). Measuring customer satisfaction versus customer loyalty The driver(s) of long-term financial performance The (incorrect ) beliefs widely held by managers The relationship between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty The key to securing customer loyalty The wrong customers Causes of false loyalty The role of product or service quality The recovery process How to listen to customers Recommended measures of loyalty Using customer satisfaction information Interpreting levels of satisfaction & how to decide what actions to take House of Quality and QFD Conceptual map & perception map What’s so hard about design? What do customers want? Customer Attribute bundles What is measured, and how? What does a customer mean by “quiet?” Are all preferences equally important? Will delivering perceived needs yield a competitive advantage? How can we change the product? Interpretation of Engineering Characteristics (ECs) How much do engineers influence customer perceived qualities? Objective measures versus targets How does one engineering change affect other characteristics (relationship matrix)? Impute relative weights How does the house of quality lead to the bottom line?
What is the difference between being a manager and being a leader? Why is this distinction important?
In popular literature, we may see the term manager and leader being used interchangeably, as if being a manager and being a leader is really the same thing. We know that being a manager is not the same thing as being a leader. What is the difference between being a manager and being a leader? Why is this distinction important? Do all great leaders make great managers? Do all great managers make great leaders? Why or why not? Some people prefer the leadership role while others prefer the management role. Which role do you believe fits you best? Why do you feel that way?
Choose a work group within your organization. Using a model of organizational improvement, plan a development project for this group.
A key component of an effective workplace is the ability of the groups to successfully collaborate. Choose a work group within your organization. Using a model of organizational improvement, plan a development project for this group. Include responses to the following in your presentation: Describe the group, its purpose (work function), how this group fits into the overall organization, its reporting relationships, and its key stakeholders. How will you gather data (interviews, questionnaires, or group discussions) from the group and any key stakeholders? Describe the type of data that you will need to design your development plan. How will you diagnose the level of functioning for the group? Give a few examples of developmental activities that you would use for various levels of functioning that are based on your diagnosis. How would you communicate the progress of the group to both group members and key stakeholders? You must include a minimum of 4 scholarly references. 6–8 slides (excluding title and reference slides) and speaker notes of 200–250 words per slide
Provide a 1-page description of a stressful event currently occurring in your life.
Provide a 1-page description of a stressful event currently occurring in your life. Then, referring to information you learned throughout this course, address the following:• What physiological changes occur in the brain due to the stress response?• What emotional and cognitive effects might occur due to this stressful situation?• Would the above changes (physiological, cognitive, or emotional) be any different if the same stress were being experienced by a person of the opposite sex or someone much older or younger than you?• If the situation continues, how might your physical health be affected?• What three behavioral strategies would you implement to reduce the effects of this stressor? Describe each strategy. Explain how each behavior could cause changes in brain physiology (e.g., exercise can raise serotonin levels).• If you were encouraging an adult client to make the above changes, what ethical considerations would you have to keep in mind? How would you address those ethical considerations?
As an HR manager, should you use a distributive or integrative approach when dealing with employees?
Negotiating
The art of negotiating is important for all employees and especially for HR managers and professionals. HR personnel are involved in many negotiations such as allocating salaries and bonuses, implementing policies, and determining procedures. There are two main methods of negotiating: (1) Distributive and (2) Integrative. Distributive bargaining is the approach to bargaining or negotiation that is used when the parties are trying to divide something up—distribute something. It contrasts with integrative bargaining in which the parties are trying to make more of something. A practical example of distributing bargaining is when purchasing a vehicle from a dealership that is trying to profit as much as possible. In distributive bargaining, it’s best to keep information to yourself while trying to get information out of the other party. An integrative bargaining situation occurs when it’s possible to produce a greater outcome together than either party could reach on his or her own. During integrative bargaining, it is important to determine the priorities of all parties involved. As a practical example, when dealing with Labor Unions, it is recommended for managers to use an integrative bargaining approach, but unfortunately many managers use a distributive bargaining approach, which results in impasse, employee strikes, and wasting an organization’s time and resources. Negotiating Approaches Discuss a negotiation that you have been involved with. Discuss the details of the negotiation and whether you used a distributive or integrative approach. Depending on the approach you used for the negotiation, what if you used the other approach? Do you think that would have helped the situation? As an HR manager, should you use a distributive or integrative approach when dealing with employees? SLP Assignment Expectations Your paper should be short (2–3 pages, not including the cover sheet, references, and assessment sheet) and to the point. You are expected to deal with these issues in an integrated fashion rather than treating them as a series of individual questions to be answered one by one and left at that.
