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Research Paper ProposalA research proposal is an overview of the argument contained in your working thesis statement, sometimes called a hypothesis. It is not based on research, but on what you already know, or think you know, about your topic.If done well, a research proposal will almost serve as a preliminary outline of your paper. It offers your working thesis (hypothesis) and explanation, which should list the points you want to make. The sub-points are the main points of your paper. And the objections represent the of the argument.This is a good time to reconsider the initial thoughts you had earlier in the module about your thesis (or hypothesis): do you need to rewrite it? If you have trouble filling in the sections below, an improperly formed thesis might be the problem.The research proposal has 5 parts:: a one-sentence paragraph; no introduction is necessary.: a statement that includes the points you think you will be discussing in your paper. : each sub-point explains more fully a point mentioned in your explanation.: a brief discussion of the opposition’s point of view.: your brief answer to the opposition.Your research proposal should look like the five parts listed above. The number of sub-points may vary, but if you have only two, you may not have enough material for a good paper. For a simple undergraduate paper, limit your sub-points to 4 or 5.The point of this exercise is to give you a focus, to force you to think about your topic independently of any research you may do or have done. This will probably serve as a basis for your paper, although it is quite likely that, once you begin your research, some of your ideas will change. That is the point of research: working to find an answer to a question!Although your early research may have given you some great information, it is not necessary to rely on research for a good research proposal: you are simply outlining the argument that you expect to make in your final paper.A good research proposal follows the standard format described in this module.Save your research proposal as and submit it to the by . All written assignments and responses should follow APA rules for attributing sources. 

 INTRODUCTIONManagers are found in every organization. They apply principles of management to address basic organizational needs. Systems thinking provides a useful paradigm and structure for managerial activities. Quality initiatives and good customer service enhance the operations and potential for success of any organization. This chapter introduces all three subjects: management, systems thinking, and quality improvement.INTRODUCTIONManagement inside of organizations is undertaken within the larger context of laws and regulations governing commerce in the United States. are rules developed and approved by legislative bodies and enforceable in the courts. are rules developed by governmental agencies or by private organizations that have been assigned authority by the government, usually to enact the provisions of laws. Still more rules are established by discretionary decisions of administrative agencies of the government, because all situations cannot be covered by laws and regulations. For example, the federal government’s Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) makes eligibility and reimbursement decisions for the highly complex Medicare health insurance program; those decisions essentially become rules.Compliance with laws and regulations is a prominent task in larger and complex organizations, and management is responsible for ensuring that employees are aware of and follow relevant laws and regulations. Larger health organizations retain compliance managers and legal counsel to assist in compliance management. For example, management of human resources is subject to a host of laws and regulations. Financial laws and regulations govern financial reporting. In this chapter, the focus is on laws and regulations that are specific to the health sector.The concept of health policy is broader than laws and regulations. refers to the principles and activities guiding the allocation of resources that affect the health of patients and populations. Health policy is heavily influenced by the laws and regulations formulated and implemented by governmental units. In addition to governmental action, private organizations affect health policy in the United States. For example, hospitals must be accredited by The Joint Commission (a private organization) or another similar accrediting body in order to receive federal funds from Medicaid and Medicare. In addition, the decisions made by large private insurance companies regarding reimbursement of specific health services shape health policy. Private nonprofit organizations, as well as private for-profit organizations, are highly involved in formulation of US health policy.Managers can benefit from an understanding of how health policy is formulated. The process of policy formulation is outlined, with an emphasis on governmental action.

I HAVE 2 QUIZES THAT ARE DUE IN 2 SEPARATE COURSES. BELOW ARE THE DETAILS.IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE QUIZES FOR ME YOU WILL HAVE TO LOG INTO MY HCC EAGLE ONLINE. I WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH MY LOG IN AND CHANGE MY PASSWORD ONCE THE QUIZES ARE COMPLETED. PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED. I BELIEVE BOTH OF THE QUIZES HAVE UP TO 35 QUESTIONS EACH, 3 OF THEM BEING ESSAY QUESTIONS WHICH NEED TO BE ANSWERED IN FULL SENTENCES AT THE TIME OF THE QUIZ.   Test Three (Final) covers Chapters 9-13. 1. What are the key components of globalization, and how can they influence collective bargaining? (20 pts.) 2. Using information from your text, briefly describe the seven just causes for discipline. . (20 pts.) 3. What did you learn in this course that was most meaningful to you? (10 pts.) This portion of the test is made up of 25 M/C questions. The following word list is not all inclusive so it is very important that you read all the required chapters: Labor agreements; Labor contracts; NLRB(National Labor Relations Board); bargaining rights; Taft-Hartley Act; all aspects of grievances; Lincoln Mills and Steelworkers Trilogy Cases and other cases; arbitration; arbitrators.*************************************************************************************************************************** 1. Why is it important for HR and Compensation Professionals to learn about compensation practices in other parts of the world. 2. Describe four challenges companies face placint employees in foreign assignments.1. 2. 3. 4. 3. What is the most important lesson you learned in this class? (10 pts.) The objective portion of the test is made up of 25 multiple-choice questions. This word list is not all-inclusive and students should carefully read the assigned chapters. Word List OASDI, legally required benefits, social security benefits, Medicare Prescription Drug Program, work-related disability pay, vacation pay in other countries, all types of compensation, international compensation, headquarters-based pay, base pay for U.S. expatriates, key employee compensation, temporary worker pay, contingent worker pay, stock compensation, stock options, compensating differing level s of an organization, on-call employees, CEO, executives, compensation in other countries (France, Canada, Argentina , India) A.H. Belo Corporation Supreme Court ruling, safe harbor rules, telecommuting executives, State Department’s Quarters Allowance

Hi im in Grad School & I need an original assignment done for me . It’s DUE TOMORROW 5/9/16 BY 2:00PM EASTERN TiME.  The course is MAT 510-Business Statistics If you have experience working in this course please look in to doing this Assignment. I’m willing to pay $42. I just ask that your work is original and NO PLAGIARISM!!! Listed below is the assignment!   Due Week 4 and worth 150 pointsRead the following case study.Ben Davis had just completed an intensive course in Statistical Thinking for Business Improvement, which was offered to all employees of a large health maintenance organization. There was no time to celebrate, however, because he was already under a lot of pressure. Ben works as a pharmacist’s assistant in the HMO’s pharmacy, and his manager, Juan de Pacotilla, was about to be fired. Juan’s dismissal appeared to be imminent due to numerous complaints and even a few lawsuits over inaccurate prescriptions. Juan now was asking Ben for his assistance in trying to resolve the problem, preferably yesterday!”Ben, I really need your help! If I can’t show some major improvement or at least a solid plan by next month, I’m history.””I’ll be glad to help, Juan, but what can I do? I’m just a pharmacist’s assistant.””I don’t care what your job title is; I think you’re just the person who can get this done. I realize I’ve been too far removed from day-to-day operations in the pharmacy, but you work there every day. You’re in a much better position to find out how to fix the problem. Just tell me what to do, and I’ll do it.””But what about the statistical consultant you hired to analyze the data on inaccurate prescriptions?””Ben, to be honest, I’m really disappointed with that guy. He has spent two weeks trying to come up with a new modeling approach to predict weekly inaccurate prescriptions. I tried to explain to him that I don’t want to predict the mistakes, I want to eliminate them! I don’t think I got through, however, because he said we need a month of additional data to verify the model, and then he can apply a new method he just read about in a journal to identify ‘change points in the time series,’ whatever that means. But get this, he will only identify the change points and send me a list; he says it’s my job to figure out what they mean and how to respond. I don’t know much about statistics — the only thing I remember from my course in college is that it was the worst course I ever took– but I’m becoming convinced that it actually doesn’t have much to offer in solving real problems. You’ve just gone through this statistical thinking course, though, so maybe you can see something I can’t. To me, statistical thinking sounds like an oxymoron. I realize it’s a long shot, but I was hoping you could use this as the project you need to officially complete the course.””I see your point, Juan. I felt the same way, too. This course was interesting, though, because it didn’t focus on crunching numbers. I have some ideas about how we can approach making improvements in prescription accuracy, and I think this would be a great project. We may not be able to solve it ourselves, however. As you know, there is a lot of finger-pointing going on; the pharmacists blame sloppy handwriting and incomplete instructions from doctors for the problem; doctors blame pharmacy assistants like me who actually do most of the computer entry of the prescriptions, claiming that we are incompetent; and the assistants tend to blame the pharmacists for assuming too much about our knowledge of medical terminology, brand names, known drug interactions, and so on.””It sounds like there’s no hope, Ben!””I wouldn’t say that at all, Juan. It’s just that there may be no quick fix we can do by ourselves in the pharmacy. Let me explain how I’m thinking about this and how I would propose attacking the problem using what I just learned in the statistical thinking course.”Source: G. C. Britz, D. W. Emerling, L. B. Hare, R. W. Hoerl, & J. E. Shade. “How to Teach Others to Apply Statistical Thinking.” Quality Progress (June 1997): 67–80.Assuming the role of Ben Davis, write a three to four (3-4) page paper in which you apply the approach discussed in the textbook to this problem. You’ll have to make some assumptions about the processes used by the HMO pharmacy. Also, please use the Internet and / or Strayer LRC to research articles on common problems or errors that pharmacies face. Your paper should address the following points:  Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:  PLEASE MAKe THe WoRK ORIGINAL!!   Thank you!    

 You will submit your system design via a Word document. The system design will include visual presentations of each of the following: modeling for specifications, data design, and user interface design. Each of the diagrams will visually represent your design. The system design additionally will include each explanation and supporting detail of the system design execution, in a complete and comprehensive write up. These are sections systems architecture and feasibility analysis. Your audience is IT management and the IT project team.References for Review For a template reference, review your textbook, Systems Analysis and Design,    Step 6: Present results and recommendations to management. Next, review Toolkit Part A: Communication Tools. You may also research on the internet for a systems analysis template for a reference.  Use the example templates to develop your deliverable. Ensure you cover the specifics outlined in the Final Project Document.             Propose a solution that addresses the identified problem in your case. Be sure to include screenshots of all relevant diagrams, charts, and tables.                   Provide a physical design that will meet the specifications outlined in the systems requirement document.                   Create entity relationship diagrams (ERDs) that accurately describe the proposed solution, including 3NF table designs.                  Illustrate the user interface design. Specifically, be sure to address your proposed human computer interactions (HCIs) and graphical user interfaces (GUIs). Your proposals should follow user-centered design principles and address all design requirements.                 Describe the system architecture. Specifically, be sure to address the corporate organization and culture, enterprise resource planning, total cost of ownership, scalability, integration and interface requirements, and security. Provide supporting details that justify why your proposed solution is appropriate for solving the problem. In your defense, be sure to address operational, technical, economic, and scheduling feasibility. Be sure that you frame your response for communicating effectively to your target audiences.   Milestone Four should follow these formatting guidelines: 4–6 pages, double-spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and citations in APA. This activity uses an integrated rubric in Blackboard. Students can view instructor feedback in the Grade Center. For more information, review    

Assignment 3: Professional Portfolio—Resume/Vitae and list of ReferencesFor this assignment, you will submit the first document to be included in your Professional Portfolio: Your resume (if you are seeking employment immediately upon graduation) or your curriculum vitae (if you are applying to graduate school). At the end of the document, you should include a list of at least three references to which you intend to send a letter requesting a reference/recommendation. You can also submit your transcripts, but these documents are optional.Update your resume (if you are seeking employment immediately upon graduation) or your curriculum vitae (if you plan to apply to graduate school). Try to tailor it to your specific goal. In other words, keep the resume focused on how your skills apply to the workforce and keep the curriculum vitae focused on your academic goals.You must also identify three potential references to which you intend to send a letter requesting a reference/recommendation, with their contact information provided (name, address, e-mail address, and/or telephone number). These can be current or former professors, employers, supervisors, etc. For each reference, specify how that person is familiar with your academic or job performance.A sample Reference List is available at:What is the distinction between the resume and the CV? You may want to visit the following Web site for guidance or conduct your own internet search using the key words “Resume Cover Letter Guide”In addition to your resume/vitae, you may also choose to submit copies of all of your college transcripts with a job or graduate school application. The submission of transcripts is optional for this assignment. Please note that you should always request official transcripts at least several weeks in advance of any application due dates, as it may take some time for the institutions to process your request and mail them to you. For the purposes of this assignment, you may submit unofficial copies if you are unable to obtain official versions in time.Submit your resume/vitae and reference list (optional: transcripts) to the  by .

Assignment 4: Review Paper—Topic Proposal & Reference PageThe purpose of this assignment is to provide you with the opportunity to select a topic in the particular area in which you have an occupational or research interest, and to complete a literature review of the topic, using a minimum of ten scholarly references. This will allow you to demonstrate mastery of the program outcomes for the criminal justice program at Argosy University.You may want to review the following documents:For additional resources, conduct an Internet search using these keywords: writing a literature review.Topic ProposalThe topic must address one of the core areas students have studied in the Criminal Justice Program. Below is a list of core areas and important topics related each area. Students must select a topic related to the following general areas:Write one to two paragraphs (a) selecting the general area of focus (see above list), (b) summarizing the problem area (be  in defining the problem), (c) describing what you already know about the topic, and (d) why you have chosen this topic for a literature review. The topic should apply criminal justice research to an individual, organizational, or social problem. Include a working title and the objective of the paper.Search for literature on your selected topic and create a Reference Page containing at least 10 scholarly references. A good way to begin searching for relevant literature is to search for key words related to your topic in the Argosy Library research database. Narrow your search to articles in peer-reviewed journals. Another good idea is to check the list of References at the end of an article to find other relevant work. If you have any questions about this part, please feel free to set up an appointment with your instructor or ask the librarian. You will create a reference page for your literature review paper in an appropriate APA style. Your resources must come from scholarly, peer-reviewed journals or books. Use both the textbook and reputable outside resources from the Internet and Argosy University online library resources to locate the laws, statutes, and cases. to see this sample paper on how to format a reference page in APA format.Submit your topic proposal and reference page to theby

def menu():    allStudentMarks = {}  #Storage for all students marks. The storage is in the form of a dictionary data structure    while True:        kbinput = input(“Enter 1 to store student details\n” +                    “Enter 2 to display student report\n” +                    “Enter any other key to exit\n”)         if kbinput == ‘1’:                allStudentMarks = enterAllMarksOfAStudentToStorage(allStudentMarks)        elif kbinput == ‘2’:                displayAllReports(allStudentMarks)        elif kbinput!=’1′ and kbinput != ‘2’:            break #break could have been replaced by return. return returns the control flow out of the function                    #break breaks the control out of the loop def enterAllMarksOfAStudentToStorage(allStudentMarks):    while True:        fname = input(“Enter a student’s full name\n”)        if searchStudentMarks(fname,allStudentMarks ):            print(fname, ” already exists in the system. Choose another name\n”)        else:            break     #enter valid marks for DF Report; valid marks range: 0 to 20    while True:        dfReportMarks = input(“enter marks for DF Report; valid marks range: 0 to 20\n”)        dfReportMarks = float (dfReportMarks)        if dfReportMarks >= 0 and dfReportMarks <= 20:            break     #enter valid makrs for Project: valid marks range: 0 to 30    while True:        projectMarks = input("enter marks for Project; valid marks range: 0 to 30\n")        projectMarks = float (projectMarks)        if projectMarks >= 0 and projectMarks <= 30:            break     while True:        finalExamMarks = input("enter marks for Final Exam; valid marks range: 0 to 50\n")        finalExamMarks = float (finalExamMarks)        if finalExamMarks >= 0 and finalExamMarks <= 50:            break     studentMarks = [dfReportMarks, projectMarks, finalExamMarks]     allStudentMarks[fname] = studentMarks      ##temporary code to display current dictionary content    for k, v in allStudentMarks.items():        print ("Student ", k, "'s marks are \n")        for m in v:            print(m, "\t")     return allStudentMarks def displayAllReports(allStudentsDetails):     kbinput = int (input("Enter 1 to get DF Report Marks\n" +            "Enter 2 to get Project Marks\n" +            "Enter 3 to get Final Exam Marks\n" +            "Enter 4 to get Overall Marks\n" +            "Enter 5 to get Selected Student Marks\n" +            "Enter 6 to get to Menu\n"))     if kbinput == 1:            belowDFAvgDetails = getBelowAvgDFReportMarksReport(allStudentsDetails)            displaySelectedStudentsMarks(belowDFAvgDetails)     if kbinput == 2:             getBelowAvgProjectMarksReport()     if kbinput == 3:            getBelowAvgFinalExamMarksReport()     if kbinput == 4:            getBelowAvgOverallMarksReport()     if kbinput == 5:            displaySelectedStudentsMarks()     if kbinput == 6:            return  def displayAStudentsDetail(aDict):  #1        displayADictionary(aDict)     #2  def displayAList(aListToDisplay):   #3                                print("The marks are in following order: 'DF Report Marks' 'Project Marks' and 'Final Exam Marks'")      #4    for anItem in aListToDisplay:  #5        print(anItem, end=' ')   #6   def displayADictionary(aDict):      #7        for k,v in aDict.items():     #8            print(k, " ", end=" ")  #9            displayAList(v)         #10            print()                 #11  def getBelowAvgDFReportMarksReport(aDictionary): #12        sumOfDFMarks = 0                           #13        for aVal in aDictionary.values():          #14                sumOfDFMarks = sumOfDFMarks + aVal[0]#15        avg = sumOfDFMarks/len(aDictionary)        #16          belowDFAvgDict = {}                        #17        for k, v in aDictionary.items():           #18            if avg> v[0]:                        #19                belowDFAvgDict[k] = v          #20              return [“Below Avg DF Mark: “, avg, belowDFAvgDict] #21  def displaySelectedStudentsMarks(aList):         #22        print(aList[0],aList[1] )                  #23        displayADictionary(aList[2])               #24 def getBelowAvgProjectMarksReport():    print(“The  getBelowAvgProjectMarksReport got invoked\n”) def getBelowAvgFinalExamMarksReport():    print(“The getBelowAvgFinalExamMarksReport got invoked\n”) def getBelowAvgOverallMarksReport():    print(“The getBelowAvgOverallMarksReport got invoked\n”) def displaySelectedStudentsMarks():    print(“The displaySelectedStudentsMarks got invoked\n”)  def searchStudentMarks(newNameOfStudent, allStudentsStorage):    return  newNameOfStudent in allStudentsStorage  menu() 

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES PROJECT INSTRUCTIONS**WASTE MANAGEMENT…TOXIC WASTE **Task: Create a 10 minute slide show presentation that teaches the class about an important environmental issue. Make sure to time yourself! Please note: If your presentation is less than 10 minutes in duration, you will incur a penalty of -4 points! Grading: 20-point grading scale / 25% of final grade Due Date: Check the document entitled SCI1101 Dates Presentation Software of Choice: Microsoft PowerPoint or Prezi (Create a free public account: ) Format Guidelines: The following sequence can serve as a guideline, though you are free to organize it in your own way. Ten slides are appropriate, but you can have more (or less). Try not to clutter a slide with too much information. • Slide 1: Title of Presentation, Student Name, Course Name, Date• Slide 2: Attention grabber → Put a thought provoking question or image here• Slides 3-5: Explain the topic → What is the problem? Why is it a problem? (Do not copy and paste information from other websites, use your own words!) Include images to help explain your points and to make your slides more interesting• Slides 6-8: Explain what can be done (or what is being done) to solve the problem. You may want to include specific laws or regulations related to your topic here• Slides 9-10: What can individuals do to help? Offer advice and tips to the class about how individuals can help to solve the problem or promote awareness• Final Slide: Summarize or restate the problem/issue. Include any image credits, sources, references, etc. Be prepared to answer some questions from your classmates Planning: Choose your topic. The list below will give you some ideas, but you may choose something that is not on the list. Have your topic approved by your instructor before proceeding. Some of the topics may need to be narrowed in focus. • Endangered Species (general or focus on one particular species)• Saving the Rainforests (or wetlands or any other habitat in danger)• Wildlife Conservation (national parks, reserves, hunting)• Pollution (air, water, soil)• Global Climate Change• Energy Conservation (alternate fuels, hybrid cars, the “green movement”)• Waste Management (recycling, landfills, toxic waste, etc.)• Human Overpopulation (food & water shortages, habitat destruction)• Genetically modified crops and animals Research: Browse different sources (i.e. websites, books, magazines, newspaper articles, etc.) related to your topic. Jot down any important information and include it in your final product. Remember to address the questions below throughout your PowerPoint or Prezi presentation: • What is the problem?• How do we know there is a problem? What evidence is there?• What is causing the problem?• What are the possible future effects of the problem? How will it affect the world?• What is being done to solve the problem?• Are there any laws or regulations related to the topic?• What can individuals do to help?  

The assignment: Your task is to compare the views – and the reasons explicitly given or implied or suggested for these views – presented in two of the following texts by at least two different authors: Plato’s (1) Euthyphro, (2) Apology, (3) Crito; (4) King’s “Letter from a Birmingham Jail”; and (5) Lao Tzu’s “Living as Water” on one of the following issues: (a) the basis for judgments of good and bad conduct; (b) the good life; or (c) the obligations of the citizen. Here’s how I’d approach the assignment: Step 1: Select the issue you want to discuss. It’s going to be either (a), (b), or (c) above. Choose only ONE topic. Step 2: Figure out which two texts provide the clearest discussion of the issue. Here are the text options: #1 Select ONE Platonic dialogue (either the Euthyphro OR the Apology OR the Crito) AND King #2. Select ONE Platonic dialogue (either the Euthyphro OR the Apology OR the Crito) AND Lao Tzu #3 Select King and Lao Tzu You may only use two authors and you can’t use more than one text by any author. Step 3: Determine what the fundamental view is that the author presents with respect to the issue you’ve selected. You immediately ought to be able to think what the “answer” is. You also should be able to state very briefly and clearly what this main “answer” is. Even if there’s some nuance involved, it’ll be obvious that the author presents a nuanced discussion of the topic. Some texts might address more than one issue. For instance, it’s quite obvious that King’s “Letter” addresses both options (a) and (c). Lao Tzu could easily be understood as addressing all three topics, i.e., (a), (b), and (c). And it’s crystal clear that in the Crito Plato represents Socrates as weighing in on (c), the obligations of the citizen. Step 4: Reread the texts you’ve selected and work on ascertaining WHY the author thinks his view is correct. You’ll need to pay close attention to the arguments adduced [look up this word if you don’t know what it means!] for the position you’re going to discuss. What are the premises? What are underlying but implicit assumptions, if any? If the premises, i.e., the PHIL 101 Spring 2016 Dr. Pamela Hood Short Paper #1 Pg. 2 reasons or rationale for his view, are only implied or suggested, you’ll need to let the reader know this. As thoroughly as possible, articulate those reasons yourself on behalf of the author. Be sure that you are able to support every single reason or rationale you present. Adequate support starts with textual evidence. Ask yourself, “Where in the text does the author mention or discuss the topic? How does the author make his case? What are the essential elements of his position? What sorts of things does he assume? What’s his overall mindset about the issue? How and why are these essential aspects of his position related to your discussion of the issue? Remember: just because the author talks about X, that doesn’t mean that X is at all relevant to his position on this particular issue or that it is relevant to your presentation of his view. The important thing is that you be able to express the reasons, justification, or rationale the author has for holding the particular view about either issue (a), (b), or (c). Step 5: After you’ve done Step 4 for BOTH authors, it ought to be really easy to compare and contrast their views. Do they agree or disagree? If so, how so? If you have space feel free to let the reader know whose position you agree with or whose position you believe has the most merit.