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Assignment #4: Sacred Water Research and Preparation: Research a specific site in Thailand where sacred water is central to religious practice. This could be a temple, shrine, or natural water source with religious significance, such as the Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the Chao Phraya River, or any other site.
Directions: Research and Preparation: Research a specific site in Thailand where sacred water is central to religious practice. This could be a temple, shrine, or natural water source with religious significance, such as the Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), the Chao Phraya River, or any other site. Posting: Presentation Design a brief PowerPoint or Prezi presentation and upload it. The presentation should be organized in a coherent and engaging manner, incorporating visual aids such as images, maps, video clips, and/or diagrams to enhance understanding. The presentation should include background information, the role of sacred water, rituals or ceremonies, and cultural context. Format: Students will create and upload a PowerPoint or Prezi presentation. The presentation should include at least 10 slides plus a title slide and references slide. Students should cite sources appropriately and must rely on college-level scholarly work but may supplement with their own their own personal experiences and perspectives. Grading: Please see the rubric to understand how you will be assessed on this assignment.

Answer all three of the following questions, Each quedtion is to be answer with 2-3 pages each:  

1. Take one of your original discussion posts, something that you felt you connected with, something real and interesting that resonated with you, and build upon it—expand it, perhaps even change the initial, original direction of your thinking. For that change represents ‘learning’.  

Part of the point here is for you to have an opportunity to realize that understanding takes time, and often changes over time, and that is as it should be: it is what we call ‘learning.’ You can, if you choose, also address/discuss/highlight the difference that may have emerged between your original thoughts and the perspective that opens up for you now, as you revisit those thoughts at this later time. If there is no substantial difference from your original views, just take them further, add other considerations, elaborate and develop the original ideas.  

Expand your original post to 2 pp. minimum and not more than 3 (12-point font, 1.5 or double space). Refer to and cite from readings (for open-source readings, use the author, ‘Martin’, as reference) to support your arguments. If you refer to a specific point in a video, indicate the time reference, ex.: 2:34 = two minutes and 34 seconds into video). Refer to my lecture notes as (Baker, Week 5).  

 

Here are links to 2 videos to help with the answer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjXOmwXENjc

https://youtu.be/ulhrQ_QmKDI?si=HsAYmQRpNR2rcaeQ

 

 

This is the discussion post you need to respond to for question 1:

Do you have some sense of a final cause in your own life? Do you have a sense of what the point might be of your own life? Do you believe such a final cause in one’s own life is possible? Is it necessary to have such a sense of purpose? What would be the benefits of having some sense of your own telos? What would be the consequences of not having that sense of purpose

2. Analyze the argument of the following short article, “Ghosts in the Machine” (see also pdf. on D2L). Write 2 – 3 pages.  

https://www.historians.org/perspectives-article/townhouse-notes-ghosts-in-the-machine-march-2023/ 

Sketch out an overview of the main assertions/thesis and of the argument, together with its supporting claims (premises).  Evaluate the argument: Is the reasoning cogent? Do the premises support the thesis? If not, where/how does it break down?  Find the main fallacies in Grigoli’s argument; explain how he uses them, the function/role they play.  Using Grigoli’s argument as a point of reference, develop your own interpretation of the phenomenon of AI and its possible impact on our writing, thinking, and possibly larger society. To what extent, if any, is it a good idea to outsource our thinking/writing to something other than ourselves?  

3. The short reading from Alasdair MacIntye’s After Virtue (D2L, Week 5) didn’t make it directly into our discussion as such, but it addresses something that is critically important: The vocabulary of ethics, of virtue, may still exist, but only in fragmentary form. The world of which it was a part is gone. What is MacIntye’s point? What does the novel (which is very good, very funny) suggest, according to MacIntyre, about the place of ethics in modern society? Does this claim make sense in your own experience? Does it help you understand the present day? (Ethics is something that we can all speak about; we don’t need to be scholars and experts to have opinions about what is right or wrong. In this, you and your thoughts are as important a source as the experts and authorities of our readings. The rather long explanation in the module notes for week 5 (also 4) may also be a useful resource in this.)  I will attach this short reading to help as a separate document.

Write 2 -3 pages.  

 

 

 

 

To work on this task, use the “Labs on Demand Assessment Environment and DVD Database” found in the Web Links section. In this environment, you will be able to write and test your PostgreSQL code and access the database to complete this task.
Plan for and compose the sections of a real-world business report that can be created from the
“Labs on Demand Assessment Environment and DVD Database” web link, and demonstrate the functionality of the supporting SQL code by doing the following:
A. Summarize one real-world written business report that can be created from the DVD Dataset from the “Labs on Demand Assessment Environment and DVD Database” attachment.
1. Identify the specific fields that will be included in the detailed table and the summary table of
the report.
2. Describe the types of data fields used for the report.
3. Identify at least two specific tables from the given dataset that will provide the data
necessary for the detailed table section and the summary table section of the report.
4. Identify at least one field in the detailed table section that will require a custom
transformation with a user-defined function and explain why it should be transformed (e.g., you
might translate a field with a value of N to No and Y to Yes).
5. Explain the different business uses of the detailed table section and the summary table
section of the report.
6. Explain how frequently your report should be refreshed to remain relevant to stakeholders.
B. Provide original code for functions) in text format that perform the transformation(s) you
identified in part A4.
C. Provide original SQL code in a text format that creates the detailed and summary tables to
hold your report table sections.

D. Provide an original SQL query in a text format that will extract the raw data needed for the
detailed section of your report from the source database.
E. Provide original SQL code in a text format that creates a trigger on the detailed table of the
report that will continually update the summary table as data is added to the detailed table.
F. Provide an original stored procedure in a text format that can be used to refresh the data in
both the detailed table and summary table. The procedure should clear the contents of the
detailed table and summary table and perform the raw data extraction from part D.
1. Identify a relevant job scheduling tool that can be used to automate the stored procedure.

SCENARIO: You are a business analyst working at a small domestic organization that produces high-quality cell phone cases. Your organization has begun to see its sales flatten in the domestic market. While the organization is not losing money, leadership would like to explore options to continue growth. One option that leadership has noticed competitors attempting is entering international markets. You have been asked to examine the benefits, drawbacks, and key considerations for your organization to enter one of the global market in Brazil, and to summarize your findings in a business brief for leadership. DIRECTIONS: Complete the market profile and outline market considerations for Brazil. Use the Business Brief Template. Market Considerations: Compare and contrast important market considerations for Brazil against those in the domestic market. Explain the similarities, differences, and considerations for conducting business between the two markets, such as general legal and regulatory requirements, monetary and management logistics, and mode-of-entry considerations. a. Monetary Considerations: Explain how monetary considerations such as currency, exchange rates, and exchange-rate management would impact the organization’s decision to expand into Brazil, using current exchange rates between Brazil and the United States to support your explanations. b. Management and Logistics Considerations: Explain management and logistics practices that best address human-resource considerations for Brazil, such as management approaches or staff and labor laws and their impact on policies and procedures. c. Mode of Entry Considerations: Describe advantages and disadvantages for traditional modes of entry that would be most appropriate for entering into Brazil.

Research Directions

1. Understand the Authors: Conduct your research. Wikipedia is not credible so refrain from using it.

  –  Who is Kate Chopin and what is she known for?

  – Who is Charlotte Perkins Gilman and what is she know for?:

2. Locate 3 Primary Sources for each author (total 6):

  – Primary sources are original works created by the authors themselves.

3. Locate 2 Secondary Sources for each author (total 4):

  –  Secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources.

  – **Suggestions**:

 Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42cZVrgtisU

Creating an Annotated Bibliography (Stand Alone Annotated Bibliography)

An annotated bibliography includes a citation for each source followed by a brief description and evaluation. Here’s a general format:

1. Citation: Follow the appropriate style guide (MLA).

2. Annotation: Include:

  – A summary of the source’s content.

  – An evaluation of its credibility and relevance.

  – How it contributes to your understanding of the authors.

Watch these videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsjfSzPhsc4,Links to an external site.

Example Entry

Citation (MLA format):

Chopin, Kate. *The Awakening*. Herbert S. Stone & Co., 1899.

Annotation:

This novel follows Edna Pontellier’s journey towards self-discovery and independence, challenging societal norms of the late 19th century. Chopin’s portrayal of female desire and autonomy makes this work a cornerstone of feminist literature. The text is essential for understanding Chopin’s views on gender roles and the constraints of marriage, serving as a primary source for analyzing her literary contributions.

Final Steps

1. Compile Your Sources: Make sure you have three primary and two secondary sources for each author.

2. Format Your  Stand Alone Bibliography: Organize your entries alphabetically by the authors’ last names.

3. Review for Clarity and Completeness: Ensure all citations are accurate and annotations are informative.

Tips for Success

– Use academic databases like JSTOR, Google Scholar, and your college library’s resources for reliable secondary sources.

– Consider the context in which the authors wrote and how their historical background informs their works.

– Stay organized and take notes as you read each source.

In this instance, you have been asked for your opinion as
to the type of serial offender that would be responsible
for this crime scene. A single image or limited information
is commonly presented to profilers to obtain their initial
impressions of crime scenes and perpetrators. This photo
was taken at the scene of a homicide. There are signs of
sexual sadism to the victim, but this represents all of the
information that the detectives are willing to reveal to
you. Please assess the picture and offer any supported
insights for the assigned detectives regarding this scene
and the offender possible associated using the Holmes &
Holmes (2009) organized/disorganized model.

Topic: The Reliability of Eyewitness Testimony

The Term Paper Assignment will consist of at least 10 double-spaced pages (excluding title page, references, figures, illustrations, or other extraneous elements outside the main body of the paper). Students will format their paper using 12-point Times New Roman font and one-inch margins. Students will use at least 10 scholarly and trade references (Wikipedia, non-legitimate peer-reviewed websites, or blogs CANNOT be used as a reference). APA 7th Edition guidelines are to be followed. The structure of the assignment must include the following sections and mandatory headings: 

Title PageIntroductionDescription of the Problem or IssueLiterature ReviewAnalysis and DiscussionPolicy and/or Practice RecommendationsConclusionReferences

The following are minimum requirements and general guidelines for the Term Paper Assignment:

Title Page. The title page should include the title of the term paper, course name and number, student name, and date.Introduction. This section describes the purpose and scope of the topic and provides a brief overview of the term paper.Thesis Statement. You will also include a thesis statement and the end of your introduction. The thesis statement clearly identifies the topic being discussed, includes the points discussed in the paper. Start this off by, “The purpose of this paper is…”Description of the Problem or Issue. This section presents the core problem or issue related to the topic of the term paper and why it is important.Literature Review. This section presents a review of the literature related to the overall topic of the term paper. Both consensus and disagreements in the literature should be addressed.Analysis and Discussion. This section explores the entire topic of the term paper while considering the problem or issue, literature review, and analysis.Policy and/or Practice Recommendations. This section provides practical suggestions on how to apply the information in the paper to areas of policy and practice.Conclusion. This section summarizes the paper with conclusions drawn from the discussion and policy and practice sections of the paper.References. This section contains all source materials used in the preparation of the term paper in proper APA format

As a result of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and private insurance exchanges, there are fewer uninsured in the U.S. now compared to 2010. In 2022, the national uninsured rate reached a new low of only 8% of the population (HHS, 2022). In addition, under the ACA, 39 states have expanded Medicaid coverage to nearly all adults up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (Kaiser Family Foundation, 2022).  

Assume you are the administrator of a health care organization that accepts Medicaid as a payor, but in a state that has not expanded Medicaid coverage. Recent Medicaid policies and discounting have contributed to the organization’s failing bottom line. Many of your clients are on Medicaid or uninsured.  

You have been asked to prepare an executive summary to present to the board of directors detailing how Medicaid discounting causes hardships on your organization’s finances and the health populations you serve.

Write a 700- to 1,050-word executive summary.

Include the following in your executive summary:

Clearly identify the type of facility that you are leading.Explain specific cuts that Medicaid has made in recent years.Describe how Medicaid discounting causes hardships on your organization.Evaluate the impact of federal or state health care policies are having on consumers’ costs. Explore both positive and negative effects.Recommend changes you propose to help decrease the deficit from the perspective of your organization.Recommend actions the organization can take to alleviate the negative effects of these changes but still meet the needs of various populations.

Cite 3 reputable references to support your assignment (e.g., trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality).

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.

Families and Their Adolescents

ASSIGNMENT DETAILS FOR OUTLINE OF SCHOLARLY PAPER

Outline of Scholarly Paper based off of counseling Families and their adolescents through problems and the pros and cons of counseling.

A good scholarly paper begins with a clear focus and plans for the synthesis of scholarly literature and other reputable sources. Through this assignment, students will outline their paper and will receive feedback from the instructor before writing their paper. The student should prepare the outline using an outline format (i.e., headings, sub-headings, bulleted statements, lists*).

The outline will be reviewed for clarity, critical thinking, and analysis so that the end product is a logical, well-supported synthesis of reputable information around a focused topic associated with adolescents and their families. Please put time and effort into your outlines! The more work you do up front the better place you will be for the final paper. If you have questions along the way please email me.

Using an outline format, the outline should include, but not be limited to:

Statement of the topic or issue. Include relevant definitions.

Brief statement about your interest in the topic; what motivated you to choose it?

Prevalence and/or scope of the topic or issue. For example, is the topic of interest internationally

or only in the United States? Is it gender, race, economic status, age, geographically specific? List

other parameters you plan to use to delineate (e.g., outline or define) the topic.

List of theories, frameworks, approaches you plan to use that help explain how you will approach

the topic; the “lens” you will use to thinking critically and synthesize the information you gather.

Include a list of 3-4 scholarly sources that you have identified that will be used in the main body

of the paper. Remember, you are to have at least 10-12 scholarly sources and/or reports from

reputable, unbiased sources for the paper.

List of Keywords or phrases that you will use to conduct your literature review.

List of online sources (e.g., PsychINFO, Google Scholar, Institution’s Library) that you will use to

conduct your literature review.

Optimal timeline by which to complete and submit your final scholarly paper.

Plan to integrate course materials, concepts.

*Examples of outlines are available at the Purdue Online Writing Lab:

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/544/03/

Resources and information about how to write a literature review, scholarly paper can be found on Blackboard.

Scoring Rubric of OUTLINE OF SCHOLARLY PAPER assignmentEach of the following items are worth up to 4 points each for a total of 40 points.

Statement of the topic or issue. Include relevant definitions.

Brief statement about your interest in the topic; what motivated you to choose it?

Prevalence and/or scope of the topic or issue. For example, is the topic of interest internationally or only in the United States? Is it gender, race, economic status, age, geographically specific? List other parameters you plan to use to delineate the topic.

List of theories, frameworks, approaches you plan to use that help explain how you will approach the topic; the “lens” you will use to thinking critically and synthesize the information you gather.

Include a list of 3-4 scholarly sources that you have identified that will be used in the main body of the paper. Remember, you are to have at least 10-12 scholarly sources and/or reports from reputable, unbiased sources for the paper.

List of Keywords or phrases that you will use to conduct your literature review.

List of online sources (e.g., Psychinfo, Google Scholar, Institution’s Library) that you will use to conduct your literature review.

Optimal timeline by which to complete and submit your final scholarly paper.

Plan to integrate course materials, concepts.

Use of appropriate APA style.

Unit 8 Scenario Decisionhttp://coursematerials.net/emh380/unit8/index.html#/

Remember that the Unit 8 scenario is just that, a scenario. We have tried to anticipate and create an experience that you can immerse in; however, similar to a real disaster, you cannot anticipate everything. Therefore, you need to adapt to the situation and think beyond the facts provided.  

Interact with the Unit 8 Scenario http://coursematerials.net/emh380/unit8/index.html#/

 before starting your discussion post. After reading, viewing, and engaging with the Unit 8 scenario, answer the following questions:

Identify the option you chose to recommend to Mayor Johnson.Justify the thought process for your decision, including what information most impacted your decision.Identify and discuss any ethical considerations in your decision.In hindsight, given the same information, discuss whether you would have made the same or a different decision.