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When faced with a problem, what do you do to solve it? This assignment asks you to apply a six-step to problem solving process to a specific problem scenario. You will write a paper that presents a synthesis of your ideas about solving the problem using this systematic approach. As Voltaire said, “No problem can withstand the assault of sustained thinking.”

Choose one (1) of the problem scenarios as a topic choice for your paper (Note: Your professor must approve your topic choice before you begin work on the assignment.)

Scenario 1: You have worked at your company for eleven (11) years. You have returned to college to earn a Bachelor’s degree in order to increase your chances for a promotion. You are nearly finished with your degree, when a supervisor’s position in a competing company becomes available in another state. The start date is in two (2) weeks, during your final exam period for your courses. The position offers a $15,000 per year salary increase, a car allowance, and relocation expenses. Your former supervisor works for the company and is recommending you for the position based on your outstanding job performance; if you want the job, it’s yours. All of the other supervisors at this level in the company have Master’s degrees, so you know that you would be expected to earn your Bachelor’s degree and continue on to a Master’s degree. Your present company offers tuition reimbursement, but the new company does not.

Scenario 2: Your child comes home from school with an assignment sheet for a school project. He / she is very excited about the project and begins work immediately, doing research on the Internet and gathering materials. You read over the assignment sheet and notice that your child is not including all of the required items in the project, and you have some ideas for how to improve the quality of the presentation. You recently read an article in a parenting magazine about the importance of a child developing responsibility for his/ her own learning. You recall the many ways in which your parents took over your school projects. You, on the other hand, want to encourage your child’s confidence in his / her ability to complete a project independently. The next day, you are at the grocery store when you see a parent of a student in your child’s class. That parent has spent over $30 in supplies for the science project and is taking a day off of work to put the pieces of the project together.

Scenario 3: You have two jobs—one during the week from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, and one on Saturday from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. You are taking two classes—one that meets from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, and one class online. You have two kids—one who plays soccer, and one who is in band. You have two elderly parents who no longer drive. You have two siblings—one who lives two (2) miles away, and one who lives in another state. You have two (2) papers due in your classes the same week that one (1) of your children has a soccer tournament, and the other child has a band concert. You are coaching the soccer team, and you are in charge of fundraising for the band. You have a goal to complete your degree in two (2) years. Your doctor tells you that your blood pressure, your cholesterol, and your weight are too high and recommends several medications that cost you nearly $200 per month after your insurance co-pay.

Scenario 4: You are a sales representative for a company that encourages staff to log time in the field and away from the office. You are expected to begin and end your day at the office. You notice that each day when you arrive and return another co-worker is already there, and you wonder whether this person spends most of his / her time at the office. At your weekly sales meeting, you are informed of your co-workers’ outstanding sales performance. You suspect that this co-worker is spending more time flattering the boss instead of working leads in the field, and as a result is getting the best client referrals. Your own sales numbers have steadily decreased since this other sales representative was hired.

Scenario 5: Professor’s Choice – problem scenario presented by your professor.

Scenario 6: Student’s Choice – Problem scenario presented by you.

Review the six-step problem solving process outlined in the webtext, based on the article “The Problem Solving Process” located at http://www.gdrc.org/decision/problem-solve.html:

• Step One: Define the problem
• Step Two: Analyze the problem
• Step Three: Generate options
• Step Four: Evaluate options
• Step Five: Make your decision
• Step Six: Implement and reflect

Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:

1. Define the problem in the scenario that you have chosen.

2. Analyze the problem in the scenario.

3. Generate options for solving the problem in the scenario.

4. Evaluate the options for solving the problem.

5. Decide on the best option for solving the problem.

6. Explain how you will implement the decision made and reflect on whether this option was the most effective.

The paper should follow guidelines for clear and organized writing:

• Include an introductory paragraph and concluding paragraph.
• Address main ideas in body paragraphs with a topic sentence and supporting sentences.
• Adhere to standard rules of English grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and spelling.

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 Style 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.

You should follow these submission guidelines:

• Submit the paper draft to Turnitin.com and then submit the originality report with the draft to Blackboard.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Recognize the hindrances to the decision-making process in order to apply problem-solving skills to a variety of situations.
• Create written work utilizing the concepts of critical thinking.
• Use technology and information r

Do you think that the way in which race is used as a biological classification system in the United States will change as more people gain accurate information on the subject? Why or why not?

Do you think that the way in which race is used as a biological classification system in the United States will change as more people gain accurate information on the subject? Why or why not? Has your perspective on race changed in your own lifetime? Has it changed over the course of your first year(s) in college? Think about the video we watched in class and the lecture to respond to this journal entry. Be sure to include your own perspective and a discussion on the video in your entry.

Answer the following question in an essay of 5 double-spaced pages:

 

“Why is the production and consumption of food a political problem, and why specifically is it a problem of justice?   In making your argument, make reference to any of the following thinkers/texts/films which may be relevant:

Peter Singer: https://ilearn.ucr.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-2430623-dt-content-rid-12782674_1/courses/POSC_106S_001_15F/Singer.pdf

Tom Regan: https://ilearn.ucr.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-2430623-dt-content-rid-12782675_1/courses/POSC_106S_001_15F/Tom%20Regan%20Article%20-%20The%20Environmental%20Ethics%20and%20Policy%20Book.pdf

Michael Pollan: The Omnivores Dilemma

Robert Gottlieb and Anupama Joshi: http://www.jhsph.edu/research/centers-and-institutes/johns-hopkins-center-for-a-livable-future/_pdf/projects/foodnfaith/session2/Growing_producing_food_3.pdf

Julie Guthman:  http://www.utne.com/politics/the-food-police.aspx

Alison Hope Alkon and Julian Agyeman: https://ilearn.ucr.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-2430624-dt-content-rid-12782670_1/courses/POSC_106S_001_15F/Intro%2Cpp.1-10%281%29.pdf

Laura Pulido: https://ilearn.ucr.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-2430621-dt-content-rid-12782672_1/courses/POSC_106S_001_15F/PulidoRethinkingEnvRacism.pdf

Annie Leonard: The Story of Stuff: How Our Obsession with Stuff is Trashing the Planet, Our Communities, and our Health—and a Vision for Change

In 7-8 page APA paper, students will reflect on the current report. They will reflect on breaches of confidentiality, integrity, and availability threats against systems, people, and processes within the last year. In your opinion, what have organizations failed to do the most to detect, prevent, mitigate, and recover from these attacks? Do not submit more than 9 pages and only emphasize the critical pieces of information that is critical to delivering your message. use this articlle Article: Verizon Data Breach 70 Page Case Study.pdf

How does mobile mediated pornography effect relationships?

Part I: Introduction. From a design point of view, the introduction to a paper is one of its most important parts. A reader that is confused by the introduction or who fails to see that the paper deals with an important or interesting issue is not likely to read the rest. And, if she does read on, she is less likely to get the main point. As a consequence, every introduction must consist of four parts: (a) State the problem to be solved. (b) Discuss the state of the art (i.e., previous work) and explain why, despite/because of this literature, there remains: (i) confusion; (ii) misunderstanding; (iii) errors; or (iv) some unresolved problem. Alternatively, present an empirical puzzle that the existing literature fails to explain. (c) State the essence of your contribution, that is, your solution to the problem or puzzle. Give the reader a sense of how you solve the problem; provide some confidence that if she reads the rest of your paper, she has a chance of learning something. (d) The last paragraph of your introduction should always be a “road map” paragraph; for example: “This paper proceeds as follows. In section 1 …” “The references should be done in Harvard system.”

Selecting a for-profit organization of interest, you will research an unusual or conflicting accounting principle that has impacted your chosen organization. The research will require you to present, review and analyze the organizations published accounting statements of the last two years. Specifically, your research paper will: Identify the core functions of each department, their strengths and weaknesses, and make recommendations for improvement, as appropriate Identify and describe the underlying problem or conflict Compare the alternative courses of action Explain the effects at issue Recommend options that would be consistent with the organization’s accounting practices, accounting processes, and accounting-related departments. Include the last two years of published accounting statements Present your findings as a 1-2 pages Word document formatted in APA style.

During the Early Intermediate Period the Central Andes was occupied by a variety of distinct cultures that had developmental roots in the Chavin culture of the Early Horizon.

During the Early Intermediate Period the Central Andes was occupied by a variety of distinct cultures that had developmental roots in the Chavin culture of the Early Horizon. Describe, compare and contrast the Moche and the Nasca, considering briefly their respective Chavin heritages, but focusing primarily on issues of their chronology, spatial distribution, economy, and cultural achievements such as political organization, architecture, religion, mortuary practices, settlements, art, etc. Also during the Early Intermediate Period a distinct cultural development was taking place in the south and south-central highlands that led to the Tiwanaku and Wari cultures, to impressive highland cultural accomplishments, including the rise of what archaeologists call the Middle Horizon. What and where are the roots of this cultural tradition? What is significant about its political organization, chronology, spatial distribution, economy, architecture, religion, mortuary practices, settlements, art, and other features? How did the Middle Horizon differ from the Early Intermediate Period? How did Tiwanaku (and Tiahuanaco) as well as Wari (and Huari) change internally during their history as prominent cultures and influential centers? How have their eventual collapse been explained by archaeologists? What expansive states followed Wari in Peru?

Your essay should be about 9 pages long, double-spaced, in 12 point font. The introduction should outline what you will be discussing in the body of your paper. All detail and examples supporting your points should be included in the body of the paper. A good conclusion will restate the basic points you have made in the essay. Also during the Early Intermediate Period a distinct cultural development was taking place in the south and south-central highlands that led to the Tiwanaku and Wari cultures, to impressive highland cultural accomplishments, including the rise of what archaeologists call the Middle Horizon. What and where are the roots of this cultural tradition? What is significant about its political organization, chronology, spatial distribution, economy, architecture, religion, mortuary practices, settlements, art, and other features? How did the Middle Horizon differ from the Early Intermediate Period? How did Tiwanaku (and Tiahuanaco) as well as Wari (and Huari) change internally during their history as prominent cultures and influential centers? How have their eventual collapse been explained by archaeologists? What expansive states followed Wari in Peru?

Your essay should be about 9 pages long, double-spaced, in 12 point font. The introduction should outline what you will be discussing in the body of your paper. All detail and examples supporting your points should be included in the body of the paper. A good conclusion will restate the basic points you have made in the essay.

Demonstrate a few learning goals:
1.the roles of early years professionals in the nursery
2.the influence of forest school on children
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the multi-professional nature of services in
the early years through critical and well informed discussion.
• Discuss with some understanding the roles of early years professionals or
those working with children in particular settings, drawing upon illustrative
examples which link theory to practice.
• Identify some of the structures, functions and philosophies of services for
children and their families.
• Disseminate knowledge gained through placement experience of services for
children and their families in a clear, reflective manner
*Reading List:*
Schon, D., 1995, The Reflective Practitioner. Aldershot, Arena
Paige-Smaith, A. and Craft,A. (eds) 2011, Developing reflective practice in the early years. Buckingham, Open University Press.
Reed,M. and Canning, N. (eds), 2010, Reflective practice in the early years. London, Sage.
Smith, K., Clegg, S., Lawrence, E. and Todd, M.J., The challenges of reflection:Students learning from work placements. Innovations in Education and Teaching International. 44:2 (2007) pp 131-141