week 4 assignment

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he three-step process of paraphrasing consists of interpreting an author’s original passage, rephrasing it (i.e., putting it into your own words), and citing (i.e., giving credit to) the author. In order to paraphrase correctly, you must consider the difference between the original text and the re-wording while still maintaining the original author’s meaning. In contrast to paraphrasing, the academic crime of plagiarism occurs when a second writer presents an original author’s work as his or her own without the use of quotation marks and a citation.

You need to understand that plagiarism occurs not only when someone directly copies an author’s work without using both quotation marks and a citation, but also when someone uses an author’s original idea, concept, or even bibliography without properly citing the original author’s work.

Even unintentional, accidental plagiarism is a serious violation of academic integrity for academics throughout the world. In addition to a damaged reputation, the consequences of plagiarism may include the loss of one’s diploma and employment. Therefore, you must familiarize yourself with Walden University’s rules of academic integrity as well as the proper use of citation formats. Note that Walden University requires the use of American Psychological Association (APA) format for citations, although other educational institutions and professional associations and journals may prefer different citation formats, such as the Modern Language Association (MLA) or Chicago style formats.

While research suggests that students in the United States continue to struggle with plagiarism, international students may face additional challenges. For example, cultures that place a high value on group collaboration and group achievement may not know about the American and European rules of intellectual property rights for independent authors.

To prepare:

Carefully consider the comments above. Then, pick one of the following articles to read based on your area of interest:

  • 1)Charles Lindblom (1959) article on incremental change in public policy and administration called “The science of “muddling through”.”
  • 2)Jaramillo, Nixon and Sams (2005) article on law enforcement called “The effect of law enforcement stress on organizational commitment.”
  • 3)John Bryson (2010) article on non-profit management called “The future of public and nonprofit strategic planning in the United States.”

By Day 7

To complete the Assignment, write a 100- to 150- word paraphrase with the citation and reference list in a Word document and submit it using the appropriate link. Please remember that the goal is to paraphrase (and there are many good examples in the article you picked to read) and not a summary. If you have any questions, please contact your Instructor.

Interpersonal comm

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Interpersonal effectiveness is a broad topic that entails many aspects of how we view and interact with the world. In each module, you will take in a great amount of information from a variety of sources—your reading, media presentations, case studies, etc. Throughout the course, you also have the opportunity to journal, which allows you to reflect on how the course content applies to your life as a person, professional, and student. In this module, you will reflect on how mindful you are in your relationships.

Plan to have a thoughtful conversation with a friend, family member, or colleague. Before you have the conversation, note the following things that you will be required to do during your conversation:

  • Focus on what the person is saying.
  • Don’t think about what you are going to say next.
  • Truly listen to the person.
  • Let the person finish his or her sentences.
  • Don’t interrupt while the person is talking.
  • Make note of the person’s nonverbal communication.
  • Be mindful of how you are saying things (verbal and nonverbal communication).
  • Take note of how the person is reacting.

After having the thoughtful conversation with another individual, please write a one- to two-page reflection paper focused on the following questions:

  • Briefly, with whom did you have the conversation and where?
  • How easy did you find it to be mindful? Why?
  • What did you notice during the moments when you were able to be mindful? How were you feeling?
  • How did mindlessness—both yours and the other person’s—show up in the conversation? What effect did it have?
  • Identify two or three things that you learned in class, which were evident in your conversation. Explain how they were evident in your interaction.
  • What would help you be more mindful in your life? Identify two actions (i.e., new behaviors you can practice). How will these actions improve your relationships with others?

Your paper must be clear, well-organized, and present a thoughtful response to each question above. Be sure to use proper spelling and grammar. You should write your reflection paper using Microsoft Word, double-spaced, and using a 12-point font. Provide a reference for any sources, such as your textbook, at the end of your paper. This paper should be about 1 -2 pages in length. 

Save your assignment as LastnameFirstinitial_M4_A2 and use the M4: Assignment 2 Dropbox to submit it by Tuesday, May 30, 2017.

Philosophical puzzle

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Philosophical Essay: You will write a two-part 5-6 page essay using our Library Guide for PHIL101 and our Online Library to answer one of the following questions: 

Please be sure to carefully read the syllabus assignment instructions prior to submission, as well as review the example in the syllabus of the Philosophical Essay Part 1.

1. Consider the following philosophical puzzle: “If a tree falls in the forest and there’s no one around to hear it, does it make a sound?” (1) How is this philosophical puzzle an epistemological problem? And (2) how would John Locke answer it? Quote and cite the primary texts, Locke in particular, to illustrate points and demonstrate your familiarity with these texts.

2. Evaluate the movie, The Matrix, in terms of the philosophical issues raised with (1) skepticism and (2) the mind-body problem. Explain how the movie raises questions similar to those found in Plato’s and Descartes’ philosophy. Do not give a plot summary of the movie – focus on the philosophical issues raised in the movie as they relate to Plato and Descartes. Quote and cite the primary texts, Plato and Descartes in particular, to illustrate points and demonstrate your familiarity with these texts.

3. Socrates asks Euthyphro, “Are morally good acts willed by God because they are morally good, or are they morally good because they are willed by God?” (1) How does this question relate to the Divine Command Theory of morality? (2) What are the philosophical implications associated with each option here? Quote and cite the primary texts to illustrate points and demonstrate your familiarity with these texts.

4. Explain (1) the process by which Descartes uses skepticism to refute skepticism, and (2) what first principle does this lead him to? (3) Explain why this project was important for Descartes to accomplish. Quote and cite the primary texts, Descartes in particular, to illustrate points and demonstrate your familiarity with these texts. 

Communication Competence

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An important theme throughout this course has been communication competence, which is the ability to choose a communication behavior that is both effective and appropriate for a given situation. Take some time to reflect on your improved communication skills by taking the How Good Are Your Communication Skills? Speaking, Listening, Writing, and Reading Effectively quiz. Then, using our text, identify some key competencies on which you think you have improved or identify some areas for further improvement. How do you think these skills will enhance your relationships?

 
  • Identify one or more communication competence you feel you have mastered.
  • Identify at least one competency that you believe you need to improve. How do you think this improvement will enhance your personal and professional relationships?

Thoroughly address all three elements of this prompt by writing at least two to three sentences on each element. Use the course readings at least once to help you make your points. Consider copying and pasting these tasks into a word file and addressing each of them separately.

 

You’re a capable communicator, but you sometimes experience communication problems. Take the time to think about your approach to communication, and focus on receiving messages effectively, as much as sending them. This will help you improve. (Read below to start.)

class 7 respond

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The Executive Order 9066 is something I know all too well. It’s something that I have understood fairly recently, despite my knowledge of it ever since I was a child. My grandfather used to tell me stories of his brothers as zero fighters in WWII and my grandmother told me stories of her fleeing Kobe from the Doolittle air raids, all the way to the Kagawa prefecture in Japan. Ironically, even though both of them suffered losses, my grandparents never resented the United States, and always told me that “This is war, and in war we lose ourselves.”. This also applies to the internment camps as well. My grandmother’s friend who had a husband that recently passed was sent to Manzanar during WWII and told me that “Japan would have done the same, if not worse to whites during the war”, as all whites in Japan right when the war started (mostly English, New Zealand or Australian) were sent to islands in the pacific for slave labour or experimented on through means of torture. I learned about the internment camps when I was growing up in Japan through my grandparents, and when I came to the States my high school and college classes were the one that showed me all the horrors of WWII (In Japan they only show the Grave of the Fireflies for the section of WWII, and depending on the school some classes would even deny the war ever happened. My grandfather despised this type of education and took me on annual trips to Hiroshima on the two days the atomic bombs were dropped). Very recently (In fact, this year) I learned through one of my neighbors who went on a road trip, that I had a long lost family member who was sent to one of the internment camps in Topaz, Utah. 

My exact feelings on this matter is very cynical. I believe that this is war, and in war there are many things that we, humans do to justify our actions. Through long research on the Japanese side of the war, the incarceration of Japanese in the United States to the internment camps is something very merciful and light in comparison to what the Japanese had done to whites, Koreans, and Chinese during the war. Those in the internment camps had access to water, food, shelter, and were allowed to communicate with each other and to some extent (Topaz even had a sewer system), had a small community within. Of course the internment camps were nothing of good in nature, but in light of the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor (Though some would argue Roosevelt saw it coming) its something I believe could not be helped. Though the depressing story about the internment camps were mostly not during the camps, but after the time the camps have ended, most citizens didn’t have anything. Similar to the Jews in Europe, most Japanese had no home to go back to, no money, and all of their assets were frozen or confiscated by the U.S. government. One of the members of the camp said “The conditions after the camp, the camp was much better. The conditions of the camp were much better than what came after the camps”. 

Respond to the student’s thread in 150 words

CCSS & Differentiated Classrooms

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What we have learned so far in this course is that students come to us with assorted characteristics, physical and cognitive disabilities, multicultural backgrounds, and diverse learning needs. We have also learned that the systems of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are grounded in differentiated instructional practices to form the basis of quality curriculum.

As noted in Week Two, your participation in your school’s Professional Learning Community (PLC) as developing experts in implementing differentiated instruction will guide your PLC team to create a two- to three-pageWord document-based prospective blog (not an actual blog at this time) that identifies differentiated assessment and teaching strategies. These strategies can be used to assess student mastery of the new Common Core State Standards while providing engaging and rigorous classroom instruction.

**For the purpose of this assignment, you will be using a Word document (two- to three-pages) to create a prospective blog that can be designed online at another time.**

Within your blog, you must include:

  • An overview and focus of the Common Core State Standards initiative
  • The purpose of the Common Core State Standard’s conception (what are the expectations of the CCSS)?
  • The academic impact the Common Core State Standards
  • A description of the Standards for Mathematics
  • A description of the Standards for English Language Arts
  • How differentiated instruction is an essential strategy for the CCSS?
  • Five or more differentiated strategies, tools, or activities that’ll support teacher’s implementation of the CCSS for Mathematics
  • Five or more differentiated strategies, tools, or activities that’ll support teacher’s implementation of the CCSS for English Language Arts
  • Analysis of how differentiation can be applied to teaching in the classroom

WEEK 4 DISCUSSION (you must see the attached files)

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WEEK 4 DISCUSSION

WELCOME to the discussion for WEEK 4. Please respond in complete sentences for each question, unless directed to do otherwise, demonstrating in your reply that you have read the material in order to receive full credit.

Topic 1: Copyright
This week you read about copyright and some of the laws governing digital rights management.
Discussion:
Copyright protection is available for original works of authorship that are fixed in a tangible form, whether published or unpublished. The categories of works that can be protected by copyright laws include paintings, literary works, live performances, photographs, movies, and software.
Response #1:
Make an argument for or against the following statement: “Copyright is the only way for musicians, artists, and filmmakers to protect their integrity.  What’s important is not profit, but protecting creative content from unfair use. Copyright should remain an important part of our law”. Justify your response with support from the reading.

Topic 2: Customer Location Data
This week you read the article “Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint Suspend Selling of Customer Location Data (web page).
Discussion:
Verizon, AT&T, and Sprint will no longer share its customers’ location information with several third-party companies who failed to handle the data appropriately.
Question #1:
Do you agree with phone companies sharing their customers’ information with third-party companies? Why or why not? Support your answer.

 Topic 3: Filter Bubbles
This week read the article” Measuring the Filter Bubble: How Google is measuring what you click” and watched “How Filter Bubbles Isolate You” (YouTube Video)
Discussion:
If you and I performed a Google Internet search on a topic, we could get totally different results. How is this possible?  In attempts to provide us with user-specific content based on the data they collect on us, web companies may also be restricting us from information and “narrowing our world view.”
Question #1:
What are your thoughts on filter bubbles? Have you ever encountered a Filter Bubble?  Do you think companies like Facebook and Google have a civic responsibility in this area? 

Posting instructions :

Please read this information extremely carefully:

  • Please include the topic number and title in your subject name for each discussion throughout the course.. For instance, Topic 1: Copyright.   It has to be clear what you are answering so ensure you clearly label.
  • Do not attach answers or files in discussion unless directions state to do so.
  • You must respond in complete sentences for each question, unless directed to do otherwise. Ensure you answer each question within the topic as this week there are multiple questions in the topics.
  • Minimum Topic Response: Posts need to be at least a 70 words,  substantive and answer all parts.. If your reply for this question is less than 70 words and not substantive, you will lose points. You can use Microsoft Word to count the words in your response to make sure you have met the requirement.
  • 🙂  to indicate a smile and lol for laughter  is fine and I may use it myself from time to time in discussion.  I would give deductions for other text speak such as using “u” for “you” etc.
  • Each topic must be answered in a separate post.
  • Answer posted in an organized manner.
  • If references are used they need to be cited appropriately. Realize that to answer substantively you may need to do research and if so reference appropriately.
  • Do not in any discussions cover same topic/product/website  etc  for separate topics
  • After you post   please review it to make sure it is formatted correctly and is easy to read and has no spelling errors

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Respond

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As always in your discussion, respond thoughtfully to this 2 postings.

Cherry Banks post:

There are many forms of bullying today.  Most instances of bullying take place with children at school; however, there are many children that were bullied as kids that grow up to be adult bullies.  It’s not uncommon today to find bullies in the workplace, prison and even at church (Fundukian & Wilson, 2008).  Unfortunately, children that stand out or appear to be different are easy targets for bullies.   According to Laurie Fundukian & Jeffrey Wilson, studies have shown that 16,000 children ranging from the sixth through tenth grades report bullying as being a common problem in the United States (Fundukian & Wilson, 2008).   

Males and females bully differently.  Males are typically more physical; engaging in fights or destroying one’s property.  Females tend to be less conspicuous by playing social tricks or spreading rumors, intending to embarrass or humiliate their peers. Unknowingly, students play the role of instigator. Without instigators to fuel the situation, most bullying would die out.  (Bandsuch LPCC, 2017)

It’s very important for parents to look for warning signs of bullying because often children will try to hide it out of shame or fear.  It is equally important for schools to have zero tolerance for bullying in the school, as this is where most bullying tends to occur.  

As technology continues to evolve, bullies are now using the internet as a method to bully.  It’s so easy to act anonymously on the internet, so it’s even more so important for parents to stay vigilant in their children’s lives, and aware of their interaction on the interact.  Our perfect little angel could very likely be someone else’s bully.                         

References

Bandsuch LPCC, L. (2017, March 16). Boys and girls bully differently. Retrieved from Psychbc: https://psychbc.com/blog/bullying-boys-and-girls-are-different

Fundukian, L., & Wilson, J. (2008). The Gale encyclopedia of mental health. Bullying, p. 183-188.

Tamika Gibson post:

How do genders bully differently? Males tend to bully more overtly and more physically. They bully face-to-face. Boys believe their social value is related to their physical strength. They use their physical power over the victim in an attempt to gain status or control. They may engage in fights, use the threat of physical violence and/or may damage the victim’s property. Boys tend to bully based on opportunity making it more of an impulsive act. Girls act out as consistently as boys who bully, but female bullies can be more difficult to spot. Female bullying is often more subtle and occurs behind the scenes, thus making it less likely to get caught. Girls tend to believe their social value lies mainly in their appearance. Because of this, girls typically bully by trying to tear down the appearance of their victims any way they can. They will pick on boys as well. What ages are most susceptible? The risk for bullying peaks at different ages for different types of bullying. Physical intimidation was most commonly reported by children under 10 years: its prevalence was 19 percent among children ages two to five, and 18 percent among children ages six to nine, compared with 9 percent among children ages 10 to 13, and 5 percent among children ages 14 to 17. Relational aggression peaks later, with 23 percent of children ages two to five reporting it in the past year, compared with 33 percent of children ages six to nine, 48 percent of children ages 10 to 13, and 39 percent of youth 14 to 17. Internet and cell phone harassment was most common at ages 14-17 (nine percent, compared with less than five percent among younger children). What are the typical characteristics of bullies?  Some of the common indicators  include: Lacks empathy and concern for others -Demonstrates a strong need to dominate and subdue others -Hot tempered, quickly becomes enraged  -Teases others in a hurtful manner -Picks on others who are weaker; not done in self defense -Intimidates others through threats or reputation -Commits acts of physical aggression.  victims? Bullies tend to harass children who are vulnerable in some way.  Dressing differently, being from a under-represented cultural group, learning more slowly than others, or being unskilled in a valued ability can make one a target for bullies.  Weaknesses and differences are exploited by these aggressors. What roles do students play that contribute to this problem in schools? There are many roles that kids can play. Kids can bully others, they can be bullied, or they may witness bullying. When kids are involved in bullying, they often play more than one role. Sometimes kids may both be bullied and bully others or they may witness other kids being bullied. How can schools best deal with bullying? Communities are exploring school-based bullying intervention programs to help reduce bullying or eliminate it all together.  There now are many effective strategies for countering bullying.  In addition to providing warnings and protection to all, a good anti-bullying program implements immediate disciplinary consequences for intimidation and aggressive behavior, and re-orientation instruction for the bullies, their victims, and bystanders.  However, for the programs to succeed, adults and children must be aware of signs and interventions. From that point, they then need instruction in how to prevent, detect, and react to bullying. What can parents do to protect their children from cyber-bullying? Have the cyber-bullying conversation, Set cyber safety rules, Continue to be involved with your child’s online use, Work with the school, Document the situation, and also be supportive to the child. How to prevent their children from becoming cyberbullies? Start by talking with your child, and explore reasons for their behavior. This conversation should allow your child to discuss how they are feeling, to speak up if they are being bullied by someone else, and to talk about other factors that may be leading to this behavior. Try to understand your child’s feelings and help your child appreciate how others feel when they are cyber-bullied. Let your child know that everyone has feelings and that feelings matter. Then, make your expectations and consequences clear and consistent. Let your child know that bullying is not okay under any circumstances and that you will not tolerate it. Lastly, provide positive feedback and be patient.

Bandsuch, L. (2017)Boys and girls bully differently Retrieved June 20, 2019 from https://psychbc.com

Finkelhor, D., Turner, H. A., Shattuck, A., & Hamby, S. L. (2015) Prevalence of childhood exposure to violence, crime, and abuse: Results from the national survey of children’s exposure to violence. JAMA Pediatric, 169(8), 746-754.

NA(ND)Stop bullying on the spot Retrieved June 20, 2019 from www.stopbullying.gov

Discussion /Assignment/Student Response

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Need this Discussion post done 11/8 at 2 pm.

 

Answer the question below related to Case Number 10-C  Daily Dose of Civic Discourse in the Discussion as your Initial Comment by Friday 11/08 at 1:59 pm. Then respond to three other classmates.

1. Trevor Noah was criticized – even called a sellout and devil – for giving Tommi Lahren a platform to express her conservative views, for example equating Black Lives Matter with the Ku Klux Klan. Is such criticism of Trevor Noah warranted?

2. Evaluate Debra Tannen’s claim that the argument culture distills every issue or debate into two polarized sides?

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Assignment 

 Answer questions in Challenge based on Case 10-B Making Terrorists of Gamers.

1. Violence has long been a part of art and entertainment. What standards if any should we place on the artist in terms of how much violence we wish to see in our art?  

Do you agree with the modifications required by the countries of Japan and Germany or the outright banning of this segment by the country of Russia? 

(about 300 words)

 

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Student replies 1) 

 1. Trevor Noah was indeed criticized. His character and integrity was even questioned, but in my opinion he giving her the platform doesn’t make him a sellout or a devil. He gave her a fair and equal chance to explain her position. I’m by no means a fan of Tommi Lahren, but she does deserve to state her opinion just like anyone else. Coming from someone who has followed her over the past few years, she has no filter whatsoever. Her conservative views rival that of radical republicans. Even though her comparison of Black Lives Matter to the KKK was egregious, Trevor Noah allowed her to come on his show so he had a chance also to make a little fun of her because that’s what he’s good at. 2. Debra Tannen’s claim that argument culture distills every issue is less likely than a debate into two polarized sides. Most of the time in a argument, the conflict isn’t resolved. More fuel is just thrown on the fire causing the argument to be prolonged. Sometimes that isn’t the case, but most times it can just cause a bigger issue. 

Student post 2)

 I am not a fan of Trevor Noah, but should have never been criticized. Trevor Noah had a right to give Tomi Lahren the opportunity to speak on his show. The people who criticized Trevor were in the wrong because they failed to realize the history of the Democratic Party. The history of the Democratic Party is the creation of the Ku Klux Klan. Trevor is not a sellout because he did the right thing. Trevor’s critics are the real sellouts because they can not stand other points of view. Debra Tannen is wrong when she states that the argument culture does not distill every issue or debate because to argue is to be human. You can argue about the issues and still be civil about it. 

Student Post 3)

Trevor Noah was definitely criticized. I don’t believe that he should have been called a “sellout” or “devil simply because he was just letting Tommi Lahren voice her opinion. Although I don’t agree with everything she says, it still gives her the freedom of speech, to say anything she wants. Anything she says is heard nationwide because of the high authority that she has. Some people will agree with her and others disagree but the fact that Trevor Noah was criticized was just kind of outrageous only because he was giving her a platform to voice her opinion with. I believe Debra Tannens claim is irrelevant because any argument never gets solved since people just love to argue, argue,argue. Sometimes it can be two polarized sides but it seems like no one can can to an agreement about anything anymore.

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