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Write a 3-4 page paper addressing an international health system other than the UK, Canada, Japan, and
Germany.
The body of the paper is 3-4 pages. APA format, title page and references page are required when the paper is
submitted.
The paper must have a minimum of 4 scholarly references.
The paper should include the following information:
1. Introduction & Description of Health Care System: A basic description of the healthcare system- does
it include universal coverage or not? What different types of care are offered, how is the system set
up? What roles do nurses and advanced practice nurses play in the system. Is it based on a preventative
care model? Provide a detailed description of the health care system.
2. Costs of Health Care System: How is the healthcare system paid for? What is the individual, state,
government, etc. responsibility? How are patients without access to insurance or ability to pay
covered? Are there differences in coverage based on an income? Is there a private, public, or
combination public and private system?

3. Outcomes/Satisfaction of the health care system? Describe the positive and negative aspects of this
health care system as documented in the literature. What are the strengths and weaknesses of this
system? Are the residents of this country satisfied with this system? Support this with evidence from
the literature using at least 3 references.
4. Differences with US Healthcare System: Describe how this healthcare system is different than the US
healthcare. Compare and contrast the health care system you have chosen with the US health care
system. Identify the pros and cons of each system as well as similarities and differences.

Organize the research for your paper around the research question(s)/hypotheses listed below in the appendices. Review the APA manual and find peer-reviewed, empirical research articles and the mutual fund websites for examples of how to report the results for your mutual fund. Also ANSWER within the paper:
The SRI/BRI mutual fund reviewed is Discuss the practices employed in both types of screening process that the mutual fund has undertaken and compare the investment returns of the mutual fund to the correspondingly sized secular index funds. What are the 5-year (January 1, 2011- December 31, 2015) rates of return after expenses of your SRI or BRI fund, and did it earn as much as or more than the correspondingly sized secular index funds (e.g., S&P 500 Index {Fidelity Spartan 500 Index Fund Class Inv (FUSEX? Collect, present, analyze, and critically evaluate the financial data as it relates to an SRI/BRI FUND you have not written about in any past course during your academic career.
Your goal is to answer the following three questions:
1. Is the five-year rates of return, after expenses, from 2011 through 2015, after expenses, of screened SRI or BRI fund earn as much as or more than the correspondingly sized, unscreened, after expenses, FUSEX?
2. Are the 5-year rates of return of the SRI or BRI funds within 1% of the total returns of all correspondingly sized secular index funds (FUSEX), which postulates that investors would be willing to take a loss of at least 1% to make it worthwhile to invest with their conscience?
3. Does your fund have more than or less than 30 stocks within its portfolio, thus reflecting its level of diversification? How many stocks are invested in.
4. How many different screens does your mutual fund include, and what are they? (This should be answered in the Social Screening Research section of your paper). Categorize each of the screens as to whether they represent an example of a positive or negative screen, and discuss the implications of the choice of screening method on fund performance.
Financial Screening Research
Review the practices employed in the mutual funds screening process and compare its investment returns to the benchmarks. Collect, present, analyze, and critically evaluate financial data as it relates to an SRI/BRI FUND that you have not written about in any past course during your academic career. Consult the fund companys prospectus and its 10k. State the Funds Investment Objective(s), Minimum Initial Investment, Minimum Subsequent Investment, Fees, Commission/Sales Charge, Redemption Fee, Management Fees, 12 b-1 Fee, Expense Ratio, Years of Manager in Position and experience, and if the fund has a professional investment management team. Include the Portfolio Turnover Rate from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015, Investment Policies and Risks (e.g., market, business, financial, and currency risk), any Unusual Problems/Risks (e.g., legal, ethical, management), services provided by the fund, share classes and types, asset allocation by sector, the funds toll-free telephone number, and how you obtained a copy of the funds prospectus.
Social Screening Research
Review the practices employed in the mutual funds screening process and answer how many different screens does your mutual fund include, and what are they? Categorize each of the screens as to whether they represent an example of a positive or negative screen, and discuss the implications of the choice of screening method on fund performance. What problem does your fund solve for? What is the purpose for your fund? How does your fund answer these issues?
Analysis & Results
[Data analyses Report results with discussion (interpretation, speculation, etc.)]:
Give appropriate desrptive information.
Present the results in a logical fashion, answering the research questions/hypotheses as stated and appropriate to the type of data collected. Include performance over 5 years from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015, Return on Equity (ROE), and BETA. To do so, GO to http://finance.yahoo.com/q?sFUSEX, CHARTS Interactive, and Comparison tab. Enter your fund, go to custom date range symbol and punch in dates of January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015, and add the DOW or Nasdaq depending on the size of your fund.
Identify any assumptions of statistical tests and address any violation of those assumptions.
Make decisions based on the results of the statistical analysis. For example, are the results statistically significant? Include relevant test statistic and p values.
See the APA manual regarding how to present results in text, tables, and figures.
Present sufficient information so the reader can make an independent judgment regarding interpretation.
Evaluation of Findings
[This section is used to report briefly what your findings mean. Interpret results in light of the theories (i.e. Modern Portfolio Theory versus Stakeholder Theory, etc). Describe whether the results obtained were expected given the literature and provide potential explanations for unexpected or conflicting results. Take care to avoid drawing conclusions beyond what can be interpreted directly from the study results.]
DELETE THE FOLLOWING (?): Implications, Recommendations, and Conclusions
[Begin the discussion with a brief review of the problem statement, purpose, method, limitations, and ethical dimensions, and conclude the introduction with a brief overview of the fund.]
Implications
[Discuss each research question and (when appropriate) hypothesis individually, and draw logical conclusions. Note: support all conclusions with the research findings and avoid drawing conclusions that are beyond the scope of your results. Discuss how any potential limitations may have affected the interpretation of the results.]
Recommendations
[Present all recommendations for practical applications. Note: support all recommendations with the research findings and a minimum of two peer-reviewed articles. Present recommendations for future research.]
Conclusion
I [In this section, feel free to express your view of SRI/BRI mutual fund you had.]

References
Examples:
Revsine, L., Collins, D. W., Johnson, W. B., Mittelstaedt, H. F., & Soffer, L. C. (2015). Financial Reporting & Analysis, 6/e McGraw-Hill
Cantrell, J., Kyriazis, E., & Noble, G. (2015). Developing CSR giving as a dynamic capability for salient stakeholder management. Journal of Business Ethics, 130(2), 403-421. doi:10.1007/s10551-014-2229-1
***Note: APA6 requires that a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) be provided, if one has been assigned (see page 187-192). If one is not available, then you must provide the review or journal website.

To find peer-reviewed articles, search the fund, the fund family, the fund managers, and the fund screens including the CSR and investment screens. Those items will give you plenty of articles within the last 4-5 years (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, & 2012). Any reference dates 2011 and older will cost you points.

The task: In this section of the course we have studied the meaning and application of a “sociological imagination”. In 4-5 double-spaced pages, demonstrate your sociologicalimagination as applied to your own experiences in applying to college, living at college, and your expectation for work immediately after college (you should make a compelling demonstration of your sociological imagination).Note that your essay should draw on materials we have read and discussed regarding the social and political construction of education, work, and youth. Be sure to locate yourself over time within larger social structures, inequalities, constraints, and opportunities (e.g. by race, class, and gender as relevant). No additional research or citation beyond course materials is required, expected, or credited. (ALL ACCEPTABLE CITATIONS AT THE BOTTOM OF PAGE!!)Writing Guidelines: In general a short analytical essay should have at most one or two key points that organize and sustain the argument. The paper should NOT be a simple summary orpresentation of another’s arguments (as in a book report), but should be organized by your own argument and analysis. The stronger your organization and thematic line, the stronger thepaper. There is no “correct” answer, it should be noted, to the posed question; it is the strength and clarity of your argument that is key. In general, you want to build a thematic frameworkfor your paper, organize your sub-arguments, and use source materials as illustrations using quotes, summaries, citations, and so forth. Please spell-check and proofread your paper asmany times as necessary. Rewriting is always necessary: go over your first draft, and reorganize and edit in order to make it as clear and forceful as possible.Paper Format: 4-5 double-spaced pages, one-inch margins, a standard font (Calibri, Arial or Times Roman), size 12. Use either footnotes or in-text citations and bibliography to indicatesources; in either case list author, title, and where possible page of a citation (the syllabus does not provide full citations, so your references may be limited to author and title (and no page if aweb site but provide the hyperlink)). Be very careful not to plagiarize—and this includes patchwriting, i.e. the use of multiple small snippets of text from multiple sources. Papers with bechecked for plagiarism.Analysis and Grading: Worth 20% of the grade. We will be looking for the degree to which you demonstrate: A thesis which organizes and provides originality for your essay[see guides on Blackboardand class discussion], Clarity and coverage of larger relationships across areas and inequalities of the world, A mastery of the relevant arguments and ideas in the readings, class lectures anddiscussion, and Logical precision, clarity, and creativity in the composition of your essay.Only citations acceptable:a. C. Wright Mills, The Sociological Imagination, “The Promise,” 3-8b. Paulo Freire, \”Pedagogy of the Oppressed,\” ch 2. 71-86 onlyc. Jonathan Kozol, “Still Separate, Still Unequal”d. NYC: Nat Hentoff, “Segregation 2010: Bloomberg\’s Schools,” Village Voice, Mar 24 2010,e. Malcolm Gladwell, “Getting In,” The New Yorker, October 10, 2005f. Josh Zumbrun, “SAT Scores and Income Inequality: How Wealthier Kids Rank Higher,” Wall Street Journal, October 7,2014.

Instructions – Sources cannot be older than 4 years old(Please use the attached document for reference of ppt direction)Objective of This Assignment:This is a continuation of Assignment #1. This assignment builds on what you have developed in Assignment #1. The purpose of these two assignments is for you to construct a Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for an organization. Based on the result of your TNA, you will develop a Training Plan using ADDIE Model for the organization in Assignment #3.Deliverable:Position yourself as a developer, instructional designer, or director of training for the organization of your choice (real or fictitious), and create a PowerPoint presentation (PPT) to the executives of your chosen organization. Your PPT should focus on the following three items:1.Include at least three training outcomes, based on your TNA;2.Identify the expected performance of the group or individuals as a result of the training;3.Identify performance gaps and explain how your defined training can help close those gaps.Key Components Checklist for Your PPT:1.An introduction providing purpose and overview of your presentation, including a brief summary of your Assignment #1;2.Provide at least three training outcomes that are aligned with the organizational goals;3.Identify the expected performance of the group or individuals as a result of the training;4.Identify performance gaps and explain how your defined training can help close those gaps;5.A summary/conclusion slide;6.A References slide(s).Format Requirements Checklist:•Your PPT should have 6 to 8 slides not counting the Title slide and the References slide(s);•You should have a title slide which includes the title of your presentation, your name, the course name/number, and the date;•You should have section titles for the six key components of your PPT;•You should have in-text citations in your slides. Both in-text citations and references should be in APA format;•You may use any background, font, color theme in your slides. Efforts in enhancing visual presentation are encouraged;•You are not required to use the PPT notes area for this assignment, but you may include notes for practice purpose.

Using Germany conduct research on mandatory compensation and benefit programs for your country.

List the country name, state/country provided benefits, minimum employment periods, holidays, mandated holiday bonus (or 13th month payment), currency, payment methods, severance pay, time off, retirement plans, etc.
Also list standard or normative practices such as mandatory employment contracts, car allowance for executives, time off for lunch, clothing/food/transportation allowances, payments for education, supplemental health care, etc.
Consider voluntary benefit programs common to your country
Identify how performance management and feedback systems may vary from country to country.

Assignment 2: The Pathophysiology of Disorders
During the last 5 weeks, you have explored various body systems: neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, and hematological. These four systems work together along with other body systems to complete a myriad of functions. For this reason, when disorders occur within one body system, it can create potentially devastating effects throughout the entire body. For instance, Parkinsons disease is a disorder of the central nervous system, yet its alterations actually affect multiple body systems from the cardiovascular system to the gastrointestinal system. In this Assignment, you examine alterations associated with disorders, as well as the impact of the alterations on multiple body systems.
To Prepare
From the list below, select a disorder of interest to you:
Alzheimers disease
Asthma in children
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Congestive heart failure
Hepatic disease (liver disease)
Hypertension
Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism
Seizures
Sepsis
Identify alterations associated with your selected disorder. Consider the pathophysiology of the alterations. Think about how these alterations produce pathophysiological changes in at least two body systems.
Reflect on how patient factors such as genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, and behavior might impact the pathophysiology of the alterations you identified, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of your selected disorder.
Review the Mind mapsDementia, Endocarditis, and Gastro-oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) media in the Week 2 Learning Resources. Use the examples in the media as a guide to construct a mind map for the disorder you selected. Consider the epidemiology and clinical presentation of your selected disorder.
To Complete
Develop a 5- to 10-slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following:
Describe your selected disorder, as well as associated alterations. Explain the pathophysiology of the alterations, including changes that occur in at least two body systems.
Explain how genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, and behavior might impact the pathophysiology of the alterations you identified, as well as diagnosis and treatment of your selected disorder.
Construct a mind map for the disorder you selected. Include the epidemiology, pathophysiology of alterations, risk factors, and clinical presentation, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of the disorder.

The focus of this project is to allow you to become attuned to current discussions regarding politics, political process and the public policymaking/law process that is affecting US health care, public health, health policy and law
Project Objective:
1. Become aware of current health policy issues
2. Determine the effect that media has on the formation, implementation and modification of health
policy and law in the US
You will be responsible for selecting one topic and monitoring all media regarding that topic (including radio, TV, newspapers, magazines, periodicals, internet, journals, speeches, conferences, etc., – any source of current information relevant to the policy topic of your choice)
Monitor media sources and be prepared to share your findings and insights pertaining to (1) and (2) stated above via oral report. You will be assigned scheduled times to provide oral reports on your topic.
The oral presentation should include:
Brief describe the overall issue, policy that is being addressed including history, impetus, influences, outcomes, associated factors
Desrption of the various political perspective(s) and how they are presented by media source
An analysis regarding the impact of the medias coverage of the issue and how it has or could
impact the policy development, implementation and/ or modification
Your presentation should not exceed 20 minutes: If more time is need, prior approval from Course Director is required
Grade will be based on: (Using Rubix)
Thoroughness of overview
Completeness of media watch and presentation of various political perspectives
Depth of analysis regarding medias impact on policy development, implementation and or
modification
Quality of Presentation
Adherence to project directions

In the Adler text, page 87, complete the exercise How Well Do You Know Your International Colleague? Answer each of the questions, and then, at the end of your paper offer a brief (no more than one page) reflection on lessons you have learned in this exercise.
The paper should be 4 pages, plus a cover page and a references page.

Pick at least 3 days out of this 3 week time period to fast from technology. If it is possible to do so for several days at a time please do so.To the greatest extent possible, fast from all media and technology use. Understandably, you may have work that requires use of computers and other technology. You may need to communicate with friends and family and fulfill other obligations related to cell phones, laptops, and other technological devices. With that said, challenge yourself to use technological devices the least amount of time possible in these four days. You have a four week stretch to pick the days that make the most sense for you. Abstain from social networking, cell phone use and texting when unnecessary. Take opportunities to leave your cell phone behind (at home, in your dorm, etc.) whenever possible. Fast from TV, movies, video games, etc, and find other things to do that require meditation, time with nature or non-technological human interaction. As necessary and desirable, inform your friends, family, peers, social networks, etc, of your requirement to “fast”… It will create some great conversation opportunities later on.Consider the following questions for a 3 page essay:How did fasting from media and technology affect you mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually? How did it affect your interactions/conversations with people?How did this affect your notion of “time”? What did you do with your “time” away from technology and media?Reflect on the role that cell phones, social networking, technological devices and media play in your life. What do these things mean to you? How do they affect you, positively and negatively? What role does mass media and technology play in your society? How are media and technology changing your community and society?Your essay should be about 3 pages in length, 12 pt. Times New Roman font or equivalent, double-spaced with one-inch margins.

This paper is research and has some reaction as well. See directions below** What is the role of the school counselor on the special education team and what district and community resources do they use.** Describe what was learned and observed about IEP plans and include personal reaction**Reference a Maryland State IEP plan if possible