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B. Select a specific DSM/ICD diagnosis and explore the available research concerning the extent to which the disorder is caused by biological-hereditary factors versus environmental influences. Describe the assessment techniques that might be employed to determine the extent and the cause of the disorder. Case study examples are encouraged. Journal articles, Internet research, books, magazines, or other resources should be used to describe and summarize the information relevant to your subject. The paper should be 7 to 10 pages in length, typed or printed from word processor (double-spaced, 12 point type). Review and integrate your findings into a coherent summary. Please follow APA format to the greatest extent possible. You must include a cover page and a bibliography and be sure to cite all sources. You must submit your paper electronically as an attachment to an e-mail, and it must be in Word or rtf format. Papers will be graded on relevance, understanding of the facts involved, originality, organization,

one paper  high school level

you need to do it as these instruction below into three paragraphs.

1-paragraph Summarize  what you believe to be the main point of the reading (it will be helpful for you to think about why I’ve assigned the reading as you try to focus on the author’s primary purpose).

2- paragraph    Explain key terms/concepts about writing emphasized or employed in the reading; I will post these terms in a separate document the week before we discuss the assigned reading.

3- paragraph   Reflect on and respond to the main ideas of the reading. This should be the most substantial part of your response, in which I want you to reflect thoughtfully on what the reading is saying about writing, how that relates to your own experiences, and what you think or feel about those ideas. With the key terms, I will include guiding questions to help you respond, but you should feel free to follow the train of your own thoughts

Green Assessment
As we continue through this class, you will be using a 5-step critical thinking problem-solving process, IDEAS, to work through any problems to determine a solution for a given problem and for any other problems you encounter.
I – IDENTIFY the Problem and Set Priorities (Step 1)
D – DEEPEN Understanding and Gather Relevant Information (Step 2)
E – ENUMERATE Options and Anticipate Consequences (Step 3)
A – ASSESS the Situation and Make a Preliminary Decision (Step 4)
S – SCRUTINIZE the Process and Self-Correct as Needed (Step 5)

Step 1: You are to identify your problem and set priorities.  As you begin to examine the characteristics of the problem, you will be able to begin to clarify the priorities.  You need to describe the problem in at least a paragraph and establish priorities in a separate paragraph.  Along with the problem, you need to write a problem statement.  A problem statement describes what is currently going on and why the problem needs to be resolved.  You should include how long the problem has existed and what measurable item(s) are affected. A problem statement is something that is written in the Lean Six Sigma Process.  We won’t spend time in this class learning this process, but if you are interested in investigating Lean Six Sigma, click on the following YouTube video on an introduction to Lean and Six Sigma concepts: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACmkVb_BtgU

Step 2: For the 2nd step of the critical thinking problem-solving process, “D”, you will deepen your understanding the gather relevant information on the company’s problem.  As you deepen your understanding about the problem, it will help you to determine what information might be relevant in coming up with a solution.  You need to gather several reliable sources for this step. Listen to both sides – both the pros and the cons before you evaluate the situation.  If new information arises about the company’s problem(s), you need to consider those as well. Once it is time to evaluate, you need to do it with an open mind. – set your biases aside as you move through this process.
Step 3: For Step 3 of the critical thinking problem-solving process, “E”, you will enumerate options and anticipate the consequences.  You need to enumerate (detail or list) genuine options because they will help you to focus on the possible consequences that could be likely to occur.  You need to be very realistic in this stage.  Being practical or realistic will help you eliminate wasted time and energy.  Have the courage to ask the hard questions even if they lead to additional problems. Be sure to include both your options and possible consequences in your summary.
Step 4: For Step 4, “A”, you will assess the company’s situation and make a preliminary decision.  By taking a good look at the entire situation, you should be able to make a tentative decision that will help you determine what steps may need to be taken to resolve the problem.  You may need to seek informed and unbiased opinions/information from other sources. You need to treat all of the options equally before making your preliminary decision.
Step 5: For the final step of the critical thinking problem-solving process, “S”, you will scrutinize the process and self-correct as needed.
Scrutinizing the whole process enables us to see possible flaws and gaps in our thinking so that we can correct ourselves before we make a mistake. In turn, self-correcting can lead us to necessary reconsiderations of any aspect of our problem-solving process: We may realize that we should reassess the nature of the problem, rework our priorities, gather more information, identify a new option, more carefully anticipate likely consequences, reassess our expectations, and, in the end, make a better decision. This final step is our assurance that the problem has been resolved sufficiently for the current time and circumstances. (Facione, Gittens  p.47)

Keywords: #social responsibility, #green business, #eco-responsibility, #critical thinking
Article for you to review:
http://www.cnbc.com/id/100863041

QUESTION:
Many companies today are considering “going green” or have already “gone green”. That is, companies are considering the adoption of a range of environmentally conscious initiatives, such as replacing light bulbs with more energy efficient alternatives, cutting down the amount of waste in the production process, using recycled materials, converting to some solar or wind power, and many others. In addition, in many cases, the initiatives that are implemented may not even be directly part of the product or service that is sold to the company’s customers. These initiatives are, however, very socially responsible. In a paper, answer the following questions:
QUESTION: You are hired as an outside “green consultant.” How would you convince your client organization to adopt green initiatives that are not a direct part of the product or service sold (i.e. Not the product or service itself but anything used to support manufacturing or delivery of the product/service)?
Formulate your response using the following 5-step process:

STEP 1:
I – IDENTIFY the Problem and Set Priorities (Step 1)

STEP 2:
D – DEEPEN Understanding and Gather Relevant Information
STEP 3:
E – ENUMERATE Options and Anticipate Consequences (Step 3)
STEP 4:
A – ASSESS the Situation and Make a Preliminary Decision (Step 4)
STEP 5:
S – SCRUTINIZE the Process and Self-Correct as Needed (Step 5)

Write to purpose, there is no page length or word count required.

The essay option requires a minimum of 800 words and no more than 1000 words of content. Include APA standards for style, citations, references, and format. Be sure to include a title page with your name and the name of the essay

Answer ONE of the analysis options below.

Option 1:  WikiLeaks and/or Whistleblowers

Research the 60 Minutes presentation “The Man Behind WikiLeaks” at www.youtube.com/watch (watch all four parts).

Summarize the article/video and issues.

1. Do you feel that the government should prosecute Julian Assange under the Espionage Act? Or, do you feel that the public has a right to know and that we need people like Julian Assange to reveal government secrets?
2. Do you agree with the practice of prosecuting whistleblowers? Why or why not?
3. Research and summarize another current article or video on whistleblowers and give us your thoughts.
4. Should the Whistle Blower Protection Act apply to Julian Assange or Edward Snowden? Analyze the reasons why the Whistle Blower Protection Act should or should not apply to these individuals.

Option2:  Software Piracy

Review the BSA Software Piracy Report.

1. Summarize the main points.
2. Pick a specific country and research a recent article about software piracy in that country.  Summarize the key points and analyze why piracy is so prevalent there, and why it is difficult to stop.
3. Analyze the methods software firms like Microsoft should take (or are currently taking) to control software piracy in other countries?   (Review technical, legal, cultural methods).

Option 3:  Web Censoring Methods

1. Analyze the technical methods governments use to censor (such as censorware) and filter Web sites.
2. Pick 2 different countries and analyze the government’s success with web censoring. Why or why is it not successful?
3. Do you personally feel governments should place controls on their citizen’s use of certain Web sites?  Why or why not?

Options 4:  International Cybercrime

1. Research a recent article on international cybercrime (such as Eastern European Net gangs blackmailing sites, or International Nigerian 411 scams, etc). Summarize the main points of the article.
2. Have countries been able to put a dent in this type of international cybercrime, or is it out-of-control?
3. Why is it difficult to control?
4. If you were a security manager, what are some of the technical and legal methods you could use to mitigate this type of crime?

Question 1

State the importance of identifying risks and categorizing them as high, medium or low probability. Explain why risks associated with the critical path of the project need special attention.

Question 2

The “triple constraint” in project management is traditionally time, resources and scope. Provide an example of a project you have been involved with that had limited resources. What types of resource constraints affected the project, and how? Please comment if the limited resources also impacted the timeline and scope of the project.

the company is Dupont

Select an organization the team is familiar with and which has a global presence.

Management in the team’s organization has recognized the effect of changes in the real-world competitive environment and government policies on other industries and anticipates similar events occurring in their industry, so they ask you for a report considering the following points.

Create a 12- to 16-slide PowerPoint® presentation in which you describe how each of the following are or potentially will affect your industry or one with which you are familiar:

• The impact of new companies entering the market, mergers, globalization on the market structure, price elasticity of demand, pricing, and the sustainability of profits
• The impact of current and expected government policies and regulations, including taxes and regulations in place to address issues related to externalities
• The effect of global competition on the decisions made by management with regards to change in labor demand, supply, relations with unions, and rules and regulations in your chosen industry

Recommend how the organization you chose may respond to each of the previous points.

Cite a minimum of 3 peer reviewed sources.

Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.

ou are the lead software engineer at a large educational institution consisting of twenty three (23) campuses located across the Midwestern United States. Your team has been asked to spearhead an effort to implement a new software program that will serve as a centralized student information center for all of your online students. This system is being designed to reduce the cost of managing students’ information and to automate the processes associated with this information. The total online enrollment currently stands at 10,000 students. As the project manager you will need to decide whether to utilize the Scrum approach to project management or a more conventional, plan-based approach.

Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

1. Describe your approach in managing this project through both a Scrum-based approach and a plan-based software engineering approach.ou are the lead software engineer at a large educational institution consisting of twenty three (23) campuses located across the Midwestern United States. Your team has been asked to spearhead an effort to implement a new software program that will serve as a centralized student information center for all of your online students. This system is being designed to reduce the cost of managing students’ information and to automate the processes associated with this information. The total online enrollment currently stands at 10,000 students. As the project manager you will need to decide whether to utilize the Scrum approach to project management or a more conventional, plan-based approach.

    

   Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

   1. Describe your approach in managing this project through both a Scrum-based approach and a plan-based software engineering approach.
   2. Identify how to address the most challenging aspects of this software development project under both approaches and describe how to address such challenges to ensure a successful outcome.
   3. Develop a visual rendering of each approach using Microsoft Visio or its open source alternative, Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length.
   4. Evaluate the effectiveness of a Scrum approach compared to a plan-based approach based on the following factors:
      1. Planning the allocation of people to projects
      2. Estimating the cost of projects
      3. Maintaining team cohesion
      4. Managing changes in project team membership

   Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

   • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
   • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
   • Include charts or diagrams created in Visio or an equivalent such as Dia. The completed diagrams / charts must be imported into the Word document before the paper is submitted.

    

   The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

   • Summarize the competitive advantages software engineering presents to organizations.
   • Evaluate the issues and challenges associated with software engineering.
   • Describe the role of Agile methods in software engineering projects.
   • Use technology and information resources to research issues in software engineering.
   • Write clearly and concisely about software engineering using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.
2. Develop a visual rendering of each approach using Microsoft Visio or its open source alternative, Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length.
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of a Scrum approach compared to a plan-based approach based on the following factors:
   1. Planning the allocation of people to projects
   2. Estimating the cost of projects
   3. Maintaining team cohesion
   4. Managing changes in project team membership

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
• Include charts or diagrams created in Visio or an equivalent such as Dia. The completed diagrams / charts must be imported into the Word document before the paper is submitted.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Summarize the competitive advantages software engineering presents to organizations.
• Evaluate the issues and challenges associated with software engineering.
• Describe the role of Agile methods in software engineering projects.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in software engineering.
• Write clearly and concisely about software engineering using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.

3 page APA style….you are the training officer for the county sheriff’s department in your county, you are responsible for all the training within the department. The sheriff wants you to give a class on the local police systems to some citizens who are not that educated in criminal justice. Some of the areas that the sheriff wants you to cover are related to the manner in which these departments serve their community because that has a lot to do with the size of the local population, area of responsibility, and amount of officers that have the responsibility to serve that community. Now, to accomplish the sheriff’s request, you will need to discuss a municipal (city) police department, your sheriff’s department, and the state police agency within your state where you live.

You need to compare the following:

• Their structures
• Their duties
• Their differences

In addition, discuss the following areas:

• Discuss the city or county for the department that you have selected (population, demographics, economics, known industries).
• Discuss the police department (size, demographics of officers, technology available).
• Define the different types of services or functions that the department provides for its community.
• Explain if you believe the law enforcement organization is adequate for the area which it serves.

Template:

Abstract

This is a summary of the paper (This sentence of course is not copied only here for informational purposes).

                                                  City/County/State Demographics

In addition, discuss the following areas: Discuss the city or county for the department that you have selected (population, demographics, economics, known industries).

City, County, State Police Department Demographics

Discuss the police department – which includes your local city, county, and state police departments (size, demographics of officers, technology available).

Structures, Duties and Differences

You need to compare the following: The structures, duties, and differences of (local, county, state police departments where you live). 

Services and Functions Provided

Define the different types of services or functions that each of these various departments provide for its community.Explain if you believe the law enforcement organization is adequate for the area which it serves.

Conclusion

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