“Family Dynamics and The Chapters of My Life”
research throughout the notes of family systems concepts that you see illustrated in your own family life.You may use some of the concepts in bold print in the Weekly Summaries. You will identify each concept and tell how it applies to your own family system. Please use the APA format and cite at least four (4) sources. I have guidelines on using the APA format and citing sources posted in Student Resources for you. Please submit your research paper into THE Dropbox called “Family Dynamics Paper.” Follow the directions below for a step-by-step process.
Assignment Requirements (Use as a checklist):
Identify six or eight marriage and family concepts and explain how they apply to your own family system over the years
Use a 10 or 12 pt Arial or Times New Roman Font
Double-space paper
Minimum of 1200 words. No more than 2,000 words
Minimum of four (4) cited sources
Use APA format and parenthetical citations right after cited material (See below)
Make sure your name is on your paper
Paper should contain an introduction, a body, and a conclusion
Suggested Outline
Introduction – 1st paragraph Define concepts to be covered
Explain how you see these concepts in your own family
List the main concepts you are going to discuss in the body of the paper. Make sure to have at least 6. You need one paragraph in the body for each point you mention in this part of the introduction.
State thesis: purpose of paper. This is the last sentence of your introduction. (Ex: Since families play such a major role in our lives, it is very important to understand the theories and systems at work within them .)
Body – 2nd thru 6th or 8th paragraphs The 2nd paragraph of your paper (or 1st paragraph of the body should discuss the first concept you listed in the introduction.
The next paragraph of your paper should discuss the 2nd concept you listed.
Continue in this pattern until you have addressed the concepts you listed.
Conclusion – Last paragraph Restate your thesis or the purpose of your paper
Write about why this is important
Remember to make the conclusion similar in length to the other paragraphs.
Author: admin
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“Exploring the Dynamics of My Family: A Personal Reflection on Family Systems Concepts” Introduction Families are complex systems that shape our lives and influence our behaviors, beliefs, and values. As a result, understanding the dynamics of our family systems is
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Title: Persuasive Speech Outline: Addressing the Issue of Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans I. Introduction A. Attention Getter: Start with a shocking statistic about plastic pollution in the oceans B. Relevance: Explain
Speech Outline
For this journal, you will be creating a persuasive speech outline as well as answering specific questions about your creative speech writing process.
For this journal, identify an occasion and your audience for a persuasive speech. Next, create an outline for a 4- to 5-minute persuasive speech. You may choose a problem-solution or motivated-sequence pattern for your outline. Include a minimum of five main points. Each main point must contain at least four supporting points of evidence. List one scholarly reference that you would use to support your points.
In your outline, be sure to include where you would incorporate presentation aids to support your key points.
Note: You will not present this speech in this class. You will create an outline for a possible future speech. Include headings and subheadings for your outline.
Include a paragraph that addresses the questions below.
Who is your audience?
How did you choose your topic for that audience?
How would you prepare for this speech?
What presentation aids would you use?
What tools would you use to decrease any speech anxiety?
Your outline and paragraph should be a total of two pages in length. APA Style will not be required for this assignment. -
Title: “Exploring the Power of Prayer in Psalm 96: A Analysis of Rituals and Ancient Hebrew Practices”
My thesis statment is this:Psalm 96 serves as a powerful representation of prayer within the context of ancient Hebrew literature. Psalm 96 can be dissected to reveal specific rituals embedded within its text, shedding light on the ancient religious practices of the Hebrew people.
Read Psalm 96
define unit from, speaker, audience, setting, and purpose.
How can the psalm be classified as prayer?
What sections of the psalm can be considered ritual?
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Title: Summary and Examples of Main Arguments from Abram and Wynn’s Secondary Source Readings In their respective readings, “The Spell of the Sensuous” and “The Evolution of Consciousness,” David Abram and David Wynn explore the relationship
In your assigned groups, summarize the main argument of BOTH Secondary source readings from Abram and Wynn from week 5. Then, list at least 3 specific examples each author uses to support their argument. One member of your group should post the combined findings for this assignment.
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Title: “Exploring the Impact of Self-Checkout Technology on Staffing Issues in the Retail Industry”
For your second planning exercise, gather at least two (preferably more) sources, and provide a 50-100 word paragraph for each beneath it. Each paragraph should summarize the source’s main idea and explain how you see the source helping you in developing your own thesis.
A sample follows:
McWilliams, Alexis, Ismet Anitsal, and M. M. Anitsal. “CUSTOMER VERSUS EMPLOYEE PERCEPTIONS: A REVIEW OF SELF-SERVICE TECHNOLOGY OPTIONS AS ILLUSTRATED IN SELF-CHECKOUTS IN U.S. RETAIL INDUSTRY.” Academy of Marketing Studies Journal, vol. 20, no. 1, 2016, pp. 79-98. ProQuest, https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/customer-versus-employee-perceptions-review-self/docview/1804900318/se-2.
The article by McWilliams et. al describes a thorough review of stores using self-checkout lanes. While not a direct address of staffing issues, the article does point out the customer service reactions and the lack of staffing pushed forward by introducing self-checkout lines, as well as the causes for them.
I plan on using the article to provide some background for 1) reasons for the staffing issues at grocery stores, as well as some of the effects the staffing issues have had on customers elsewhere, pointing out how those issues would translate well to the grocery stores in the metro area.
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“Improving Access to Healthy Food Options in Low-Income Communities: A Policy Brief”
ntroduction to Report #2: Policy Brief
Policy briefs are essential in public health for their role in effective communication, influencing decision-makers, addressing emerging issues, advocating for evidence-based policies, and contributing to overall improvements in public health outcomes.
In this assignment you will select a health issue, program, or policy associated with social determinants of health (SDOH) and create a policy brief about it. Briefs are used by advocates at all levels of government to inform policy makers (and a general audience) about the basics of an issue or potential policy. PLEASE review the various social determinants and lesson plans and select a narrowed down topic that is of interest to you. This should not be left to a broad vague topic. For instance, if you are interested in housing quality then you might narrow down on research and specific policy related to something in housing quality (e.g., lead in homes).
These types of documents/briefs help to influence local, state and federal policy. They are utilized by organizations to communicate their stance on topics and serve as a resource of information to staff, organization members and partners, as well as policymakers. They offer an organization’s general position and recommendation on an issue or potential policy. They can help shape the development of legislative, regulatory, and other advocacy efforts.
You will need to utilize evidence-based findings to talk about your topic and through this research you might find example policies or recommended changes to existing policies that you will want to write about. You are expected to incorporate (minimum) 4 external sources that show evidence-based findings on your topic and support your policy idea. At least 2 of the sources need to come from scholarly, peer-reviewed journals. None of the sources should be personal opinion pieces, blogs, etc. They needed to be grounded in credible data-driven readings. Please use the resources in the ‘APA Formatting and Citation Guide’ in the left hand menu of our class (this is listed under the ‘Resources’ subheading).
My hope is that you consider policy options and make a recommendation through a policy brief versus just discuss the issue. It is best if you approach this as if you were writing for an organization, agency, advocacy group, etc. Briefs are just that, brief, 2-3 pages. They often do include some visuals, displaying data and this is preferred in the assignment but you will not be marked down if you do not have a visual.
Materials to complete the assignment:
Your final deliverable for the assignment should be completed using the GCH 445 – Report – Policy Brief Template.docx to complete this assignment (your policy brief should be 2-3 pages total)
Read and utilize the GCH 445 – Report – Policy Brief Supplementary materials for Policy Brief Assignment .pdf
to complete the template – YOU NEED TO REVIEW THIS!
Review the
GCH 445 – Report – Policy Brief Rubric (Summer 24).pdf to learn the expectations for this assignment
Assignment Submission Details
This assignment is worth 15 points. The due date is Sunday (06/16) @ 11:59 PM. You need to submit the completed Policy Brief Template for this assignment. -
Title: “Community Policing: A Comprehensive Approach to Improving Law Enforcement and Community Relations”
TERM PAPER INSTRUCTIONS
TOPIC
Your final project must be on one of the following topics:
– Community Policing (in support of CO4 and CO5)
– Whether a College Degree Should be Mandatory for Police Recruits (in support of CO2)
– A topic focused on a specific aspect of Equity, Diversion, Equality (EDI) as it relates to law enforcement and this course. Keep in mind, EDI is far more than simply a discussion on race. Potential EDI areas for consideration can in part include issues related to race, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, tribe, casts, socio-economic status, thinking and communication styles, etc. This topic allows a wide variety of potential topics and in turn is in support of all 5 COs). All EDI based topics within this category are pre-approved so long as it relates to law enforcement and this course, but if unsure if your topic can work please post it in the Question Tab of the Forums for instructor approval
PAGE LENGTH AND REQUIREMENTS
The final project will include a minimum of 15-17 pages of content in the body of the paper (you may go longer but not shorter in length). This 15-17 pages does not count, i.e., it excludes the cover page, abstract, table of contents, any and all quotes, images, charts, pictures, and reference section. Hence, the completed paper will be longer than 15 pages, and is expected to range anywhere from 18-21 pages depending on how many quotes, if images are included, # of references, etc.
All quotes, minus those 40 or more words which will be indented and single spaced to clearly show they are quotes, must be encapsulated in quotation marks. Likewise, all papers must be 100% original work to this class. The discovery of past work being used will be treated as cheating, and as is the case for plagiarism, will as a minimum will result in a 0 for the paper.
The paper is to be double spaced (do not add extra space beyond double spacing), with 1″ margins all around, Times New Roman, 12 pitch; no other style or pitch is to be used in the paper. Students who opt to utilize larger fonts, or add extra spacing beyond regular double spacing, and or put in margins larger than 1″ all around will as a minimum see an automatic full letter grade deduction.
Each student will be required to complete the term paper in the most recent edition of APA. A running head is not required for this paper
This is to be of high quality, free of spelling and grammatical errors, and of original work. Plagiarism will be dealt with harshly, and at the least will be an automatic 0 on the paper (revisions will not be allowed when plagiarism is discovered and in turn requests to do that should not be asked…requests to revise plagiarized work will not be considered).
Please be sure that your paper is a Word Document (.doc) uploaded to the assignment section as an attachment.
REFERENCES
Students will be required to use at least 5 scholarly – (peer-reviewed)- sources. Students have access to peer-reviewed sources through the APUS library. Note: .com, and .org sources can be used for referenced support, but will not count toward the minimum scholarly source requirement. -
My Belief in the Power of Gratitude Gratitude is a simple but powerful concept that has had a profound impact on my life. It is the act of acknowledging and appreciating the good things in our lives, no matter how big or
Write a statement of personal belief on a certain ideal, principle, or thing. Be sure to include supporting evidence and/or experiences that explain why you hold this belief. Your paper needs to be a combination of reflection and examples/experiences that illustrate why you hold this belief. You want to write about a belief that has a positive impact on your life. This is your belief and your experiences.
Length: 5 paragraphs—about 1 ½-2 pages
Submit your Word document to the assignment dropbox. Your document should:
Be 12pt in size.
Be in Times New Roman font
Have 1-inch margins
Be double spaced
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“Exploring the Interplay of Cognition, Emotion, and Motivation: A Research-Based Analysis”
Activity Description
Begin Research Paper:
Due Week 7
Throughout this course we have been discussing the interactive process of the emotional, cognitive and motivational aspects of human nature. The final paper provides the opportunity for you to demonstrate your ability to research the concepts covered throughout the course. Please make sure your paper is submitted by the due date to ensure ample time for mentor feedback, and possible integration of feedback and revision if necessary.
For the final paper you are to research a specific aspect of cognition, emotion and motivation that most interests you. Integrate a discussion of how you see your research findings as significant to your clinical work or the field of psychology in general.
Select a minimum of eight (8) current (published in the last 5 years) peer-reviewed research articles* taken from scholarly journals (online or hard copy) on your selected topic.
In context to “Cognition, Emotion and Motivation” some research topics might include the following, however when researching and writing your paper, you are expected to include related components of cognition, emotion, and/or motivation.
Your paper must integrate personal factors, environmental influences and sociocultural components relevant to your topic
Vision
Consciousness
Memory
Learning
Language
Happiness
Personality
Stress
Psychopathology
Culture
Gender
The paper should be 10-12 pages plus a title and reference page, and must be written in graduate level English, in APA style.
* Do not use the course text or other course texts for this assignment.
This is a research-based paper
Activity Outcomes
Examine current research in neuropsychology
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Title: Understanding and Managing Diabetes: A Comprehensive Analysis of Causes, Treatment, and Dietary Recommendations
Purpose: Successful completion of this assignment provides evidence of competency in two learning domains: examining/interpreting (GEC 6) and evaluating/critically analyzing (GEC3) scientific material that is relevant to this course.
Format: Your paper is to be divided into the following sections:
Introduction – Provide an overview of the condition, including relevant statistics and evidence. For example, how many persons are affected? How many new cases are there each year? Which factors put persons at risk? What is the global impact? Is the incidence of this disorder increasing or decreasing?
Analysis – Most of your information will be presented in this section. You are expected to be thorough yet concise, and to provide evidence of critical analysis. For example, when you explain a disease or condition, include information that describes what is happening at the molecular, cellular, and tissue levels, using your own words. Avoid using quotations as substitutes for material that you do not understand. Do not make statements that are common knowledge.
Be sure to include the following:
A thorough explanation of the condition, including causes, signs, symptoms, and complications. Is it linked to other disorders?
Treatment and prevention. Provide evidence and perhaps some case studies, and be current!
Dietary recommendations: This requires critical evaluation of scientific evidence and objectivity. Avoid making claims that have little or no credible evidence to support them, and be careful not to confuse a recommendation with a “cure”. Also, do not confuse the deficiency of a given nutrient as the “cause” of a disorder unless you can provide scientific proof.
The research paper should be written in the APA style, between 4-6 pages long, double-spaced, not inclusive of the title page and reference page. Use Times New Roman 12pt font. For help with the APA style, utilize Academic Writer.