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Assignment 3: Socratic Dialogue

For this assignment you will create a Socratic dialogue. The dialogue will be completed in two parts. The first part will be 1–2 pages of notes to help you generate the arguments and analysis that will become a part of your dialogue in Part II.

Part I
1.Identify a belief. This can be a religious belief, an ethical belief, political belief, or any other one about which reasonable minds can disagree. Beliefs that are held by the vast majority of people (such as a widely accepted scientific fact) are not good choices for this assignment). A good topic will have reasonable evidence and reasoning supporting both sides.
2.Consider other points of view, or counter-arguments. Think about what you find persuasive about these counter-arguments, as well as how you might argue against them. Try to keep an open mind. Remember, we are engaging in philosophical dialogue, not trying to win an argument.
3.Examine the multiple points-of-view and weigh the evidence. Identify any unsupported assumptions or holes in the argument.
4.Consider the consequences of the beliefs presented. Philosophical thinking is an ongoing process, so it is important to identify questions for further thinking and to wonder about factors and circumstances that might change your view about a particular question.

Part II

Using the analysis from Part I, write a 2-page dialogue between Socrates and a person of your choosing (i.e., the Interlocutor) that examines the belief.
1.Have the Interlocutor present the belief and reasons you identified in step 1 of Part I.
2.Have Socrates pose questions that encourage the Interlocutor to consider other points-of-view as well as any problems with their argument, drawing upon the multiple points-of-view you identified in steps 2 and 3 of Part I, as well as the potential consequences of a given position as identified in step 4 of Part I.
3.Make sure your dialogue arrives at a conclusion. Keep in mind that it may be different from the belief or point of view you started with, and could be somewhat open-ended. As you searched for reasons that support your belief or point of view, you may have also come across reasons that challenge your beliefs. Don’t hide from these challenges. Remember, philosophy requires us to examine and even question our beliefs. If you find yourself more persuaded by the other points of view, don’t despair! Unlike a formal debate, the kinds of arguments we make while engaging in philosophical thinking are open to revision.

Submit your assignment in the W1: Assignment 3 Dropbox by Tuesday, December 22, 2015.

Assignment 1: Discussion Question

The management of current assets and current liabilities in the short run can lead to several challenges for the financial manager.  What are some of the more common challenges or problems encountered by the firm in this regard, and what are the possible solutions?  Explain your answers.

Your company plans to establish MNE manufacturing operations in South Korea. You have been asked to conduct a cultural audit focusing on leadership behaviors of South Korea. The results of your report will be used for internal training for plant managers due to be reassigned to work with South Korean managers in a few months. You are aware of a high-collectivism culture with a Confucian code of ethical behavior in South Korea. What kinds of South Korean leadership behaviors would you expect to include in your report? Describe these in terms of interaction between the U.S. and Korean managers as well as interaction between Korean leader-followers.

QUESTION 1
What were the forces of “god, gold, and glory” in the European colonization of the New World?
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Write a 1,050- to 1,400 word paper in which you address the following: 

• From the leadership theories discussed in Chapter 14 of your text, identify one theory that appeals to you the most.
• Discuss how you would practice this leadership style in your current work environment.
• If you are not currently employed, discuss how you would practice this style of leadership in a future job you might like to hold.
• Identify 1 article on leadership from Harvard Business Review and discuss how you might incorporate this.

Construct a Hoosier Burger case analysis paper using your weekly analyses. The paper should represent the research and recommendations you have created for Hoosier Burger over the last four weeks in a cohesive format. Your paper should demonstrate critical thought. The paper should be 10-12 double-spaced pages, excluding the title and reference pages. The structure of the paper should be as follows:

1. Cover Page
   • Title of paper
   • Student’s name
   • Course name and number
   • Instructor’s name
   • Date submitted
2. Introduction

   The introduction should familiarize the reader with the project and outline the major points that you will cover in the paper. It should include your thesis statement. If you need assistance with writing a thesis statement, visit the Ashford Writing Center’s website for help.

3. Body

   Make the suggested changes to the assignments for Weeks One through Four based on the constructive feedback provided by your instructor Do not simply copy and paste your previous assignments into your final paper. Read your writing and improve upon what you have already written to connect everything learned in this class. Be sure that your paper addresses the following points.

   1. System Overview
      1. Apply all four parts of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) approach to Hoosier Burger.
      2. Using the Hoosier Burger scenario, discuss at least one example of each of the nine system characteristics listed on pages 6-7.
      3. Provide an explanation of all Hoosier Burger’s major subsystems.
      4. Explain which of the four approaches to system development found on pages 20-24 you believe should be used by Hoosier Burger. Support your explanation with examples from your own experiences and/or scholarly sources.
   2. Scope and Feasibility
      5. Explain how the Hoosier Burger project was identified and selected. Discuss the focus that the new system should have.
      6. Explain the Hoosier Burger project’s scope.
      7. Assess the Hoosier Burger project’s feasibility by using the six categories of feasibility factors listed on page 100.
      8. Using Figure 4-13 as a guide, develop a Project Scope Statement for the Hoosier Burger project. Include the following categories in the statement: General Project Information, Problem/Opportunity Statement, Project Objectives, Project Description, Business Benefits, Project Deliverables, and Estimated Project Duration.
   3. Requirements Determination
      9. Create a customer satisfaction questionnaire that includes at least five well-written questions. Explain your rationale for the style in which you wrote the questions.
      10. Create a waiter questionnaire that includes at least five well-written questions. Explain your rationale for the style in which you wrote the questions.
      11. Discuss the types of documents you are likely to obtain for further study as well as the types of documents that most likely will not be available. Discuss the types of documents that would be useful to analyze for requirements gathering purposes and why they would be important. Additionally, discuss which documents would be possible to obtain and why as well as which ones would be difficult to obtain and why.
      12. Identify which modern requirements determination methods would be appropriate for this project and explain why you think they would be suitable.
   4. Diagrams
      13. Modify the Hoosier Burger context-level data-flow diagram (Figure 6-4) to reflect the changes mentioned in the case. Explain the changes you made and why you made the changes.
      14. Modify Hoosier Burger’s level-0 diagram (Figure 6-5) to reflect the changes mentioned in the case. Explain the changes you made and why you made the changes.
      15. Prepare level-1 diagrams to reflect the changes mentioned in the case. Explain why you designed the diagrams the way you did.
   5. Data Modeling

      Read the Hoosier Burger scenario on page 242 in Chapter 7 of the text.

      16. Based on the information provided in the case scenario, identify the entities for which Hoosier Burger will need to store information.
      17. Identify a set of attributes for each entity listed in part a.
      18. Specify an identifier for each entity and explain the rules you applied when you selected the identifier.
      19. Modify Figure 7-11 to reflect the addition of these new entities. Be sure to specify the cardinalities for each relationship.

      To ensure readability, supply headings for each section of the body.

4. Conclusion

   In your conclusion, restate your thesis statement. Review your conclusions. Include any ideas you have about the project that you did not already discuss.

5. References

   Provide an APA-formatted reference list. In addition to the text, cite at least four additional scholarly references from the Ashford library to support your discussion.

   Be sure your paper is formatted according to APA style guidelines.

   Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

You have been asked by your administrator to develop a PowerPoint presentation and supporting paper for the staff. The purpose of the PowerPoint is to give concrete examples, suggestions, and ideas to create a more inviting family-school climate at your site, and to entice the staff to read your full paper on the topic. Your Principal understands your desire to make change at your school site and has shown you additional research stating that family involvement supports student success. In order for your staff to buy-in to this new paradigm they must have the background knowledge and specific examples to understand the necessity of change.

Therefore your presentation and paper must:

• Address family needs and understanding
  • Analyze the importance of understanding that the family/parents are the expert regarding their child
  • Describe possible family stressors and include at least six resources to share with families
• Summarize current definitions and understandings of culturally responsive teaching
  • Analyze research-based information regarding how culture influences an educational setting and how to support families and students from non-mainstream cultures
  • List examples showing the importance of becoming connected with students’ families and describe from your own experience or from a credible source one activity to support this relationship
  • Describe a method for using family-school problem solving with culturally diverse families
  • Analyze the role of culture and disability in your work with families
• Synthesize an approach, from the previous points in the presentation/paper, to link your school and family with your community

This assignment is due in Week Three.

ARTICLE:

Kalmbach, K. C., & Lyons, P. M. (2006). Ethical issues in conducting forensic evaluations. Applied Psychology in Criminal Justice, 2 (3), 261-290.
Content
60 Percent Points Earned
X/3.6
Outlines the purpose or focus of the article.
Evaluates the ethical issues presented in the article.
Explains the conclusions drawn by the article and implications for the clinical practice of psychology.
Analyzes the implications of the ethical issues presented in the article to the practice of psychology. Comments:
Organization and Development
20 Percent Points Earned
X/1.2
The presentation is 10 to 12 slides.
The presentation is clear and organized; major points are supported by details, examples, or analysis.
The presentation uses visual and auditory aids appropriately and effectively.
The presentation effectively incorporates design elements, such as font, color, headings, and spacing.
The presentation is logical, flows, and reviews the major points. Comments:
Mechanics and Format
20 Percent Points Earned
X/1.2
The assignment file is presentable and functional; for example, the audio clips are audible, visual components are viewable, and links work appropriately.
Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct throughout the presentation.
The presentation is consistent with APA guidelines. Comments:
Additional Comments:
Total Earned
X/6

ealth care organizations are continuously immersed in change from the emergence of new policies, to promote quality care and improve patient safety to keeping pace with the rapid growth in knowledge and best practices. Establishing a solid framework for planning and implementing change is a wise move, as it provides a foundation for the extensive coordination that will be needed to successfully facilitate the change.

For this Assignment, you propose a change at the department or unit level and develop a plan for guiding the change effort.

To prepare:

• Review Chapter 8 in the course text. Focus on Kurt Lewin’s change theory, and contrast it with other classic change models and strategies.
• Reflect on problems, inefficiencies, and critical issues within a specific department, unit, or area in your healthcare organization or one with which you are familiar. Select one issue as a focal point for this assignment, and consider a change that could be made to address the issue.
• Think about how the change would align with the organization’s mission, vision, and values as well as relevant professional standards.
• Using one of the change models or strategies discussed in Chapter 8, begin formulating a plan for implementing the change within the department/unit. Outline the steps that you and/or others should follow to facilitate the change effort. Align these steps to the change model or strategy you selected.
• Determine who should be involved in initiating and managing the change. Consider the skills and characteristics that are necessary to facilitate this change effort.

To complete:

Write a 3- to 5-page paper (page count does not include title and reference page) that addresses the following:

• Identify a problem, inefficiency, or issue within a specific department/unit.
• Describe a specific, realistic change that could be made to address the issue.
• Summarize how the change would align with the organization’s mission, vision, and values as well as relevant professional standards.
• Identify a change model or strategy to guide your planning for implementing the change. Provide a rationale for your selection.
• Outline the steps that you and/or others would follow to facilitate the change. Align these steps to your selected change model or strategy.
• Explain who would be involved in initiating and managing this change. Describe the skills and characteristics that would be necessary to facilitate the change effort.

Reminder: The School of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title p

uppose that the Fabulous Hotel hires you as head chef under a two-year employment contract. After two years, another hotel wants to hire you. However, in the original employment contract you signed with the Fabulous Hotel, the following paragraph appears:

“The below-signed agrees not to work as a chef for another hotel in the same metropolitan area for a period of two years after leaving our employ.”

• Describe and analyze the five elements of a contract that must exist for this agreement to be enforceable.
• Explain why this contract is governed by common law or the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
• Examine at least two circumstances in which this non-compete agreement would be unenforceable.

Submit a four- to five-page paper (not including title and reference pages). Your paper must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide and must cite three scholarly sources in addition to the textbook

Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.