Consider the point from the handout under page 3 of the handout under “essay” that describes the publisher’s remarks to journalists. What did he mean when he told them so much was “riding” on their story? How do journalists affect the role of media in our society?

All the President’s Men

Think about the traditional work and role of the journalist as you approach this question. Consider the journalists portrayed in the movie, All the President’s Men, who were real-life journalists in the 1970s. Then consider how the role of journalists have changed, including how social media is creating a form of citizen journalist where everyone with access to a smartphone and the internet can film, post, and circulate stories of interest.

Answer the following in a thoughtful 1-to-2 page response:

  • Consider the point from the handout under page 3 of the handout under “essay” that describes the publisher’s remarks to journalists. What did he mean when he told them so much was “riding” on their story?
  • How do journalists affect the role of media in our society?
  • What effects, if any, do social media have on the function of journalism?
  • Do you consider the emergence of citizen journalists using social media a positive or negative outcome of our modern age?
  • How might these changes affect the role of journalists, particularly newspaper journalists, in the reporting of information?

It may be helpful to review these two resources that further describe All the President’s Men
This link describes the work of Woodward and Bernstein from a journalist’s point of view:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/national/longterm/watergate/stories/ringle.htm

This link leads to the PDF that includes the question sheet we discussed in class to gain background (this PDF is also uploaded to the Shared Files section of Cruiser):
http://jea.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/specialreport.pdf

 

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Based on what you have learned this week and your past experiences, what specific policies, initiatives, or programs do you think should be implemented to effectively reduce child poverty/homelessness and/or ameliorate its consequences? Consider at least three.

Child poverty and homelessness are two of the most complex problems faced by society today. Since 2000, the number of children living in poverty has increased from 11.6 million to 15 million. Today, over 20% of all children live in families with incomes below the federal poverty level. In addition, it is estimated that 1% to 2% of children are homeless, a number that has surged as a result of the recent global recession and the ensuing financial strain it has placed on many families. Because growing up in poverty increases children’s risks of suffering physical, cognitive, emotional, and social problems, reducing rates of child poverty is a priority. However, politicians and policymakers often disagree on causes and solutions to child poverty, sparking vigorous debate. In this Discussion, you will consider your own thoughts on how child poverty might be addressed. Reflect on the following:

  • Based on what you have learned this week and your past experiences, what specific policies, initiatives, or programs do you think should be implemented to effectively reduce child poverty/homelessness and/or ameliorate its consequences? Consider at least three.
  • How and to what extent should technology/media be used for educational purposes? For example, should teachers integrate technology as much as possible in their lessons? Should parents encourage children to study using educational software and the Internet? Or are more traditional learning methods preferable?
  • Are there any policies, initiatives, or programs aimed at combating child poverty and/or homelessness with which you strongly disagree? Why?

Article: Southwell, P. (2009). The measurement of child poverty in the United States. Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 19(4), 317–329.
Retrieved from the Academic Search Complete database.

 

Web Resource: Moore, K. A., Redd, Z., Burkhauser, M., Mbwana, K., & Collins, A. (2009, April). Children in poverty: Trends, consequences, and policy options (Publication No. 2009-11). Retrieved from the Child Trends website: http://www.childtrends.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/PovertyRB.pdf

Web Resource: Valladares, S., & Moore, K. A. (2009, May). The strengths of poor families (Publication No. 2009-26). Retrieved from the Child Trends website: http://childtrends.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/Child_Trends-2009_5_14_RB_poorfamstrengths.pdf

 

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Write a response (200 words or more) to the following question(s) based on your reading of the chapter. Please do not just repeat information from the textbook

Write a response (200 words or more) to the following question(s) based on your reading of the chapter. Please do not just repeat information from the textbook

Answer the following question as you think about your relationship with an important person in your life.

 

1. What intellectual intimacy do you share? Chapter 7 use the book please

Adler, R. B., Rodman, G. R., & DuPré, A. (2013). Understanding humancommunication (12th ed.). New York: Oxford University Press.ISBN#: 9780199334322

 

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Explain why a school violence prevention program is important for today’s school environment. Be sure to include whether you are focusing on high school or middle school students.

Due to a growing number of social problems and an increase in the at-risk population over the past two years, as displayed on the Timeline of worldwide school and mass shootings acts of violence in schools have increased significantly with physical violence, cyber-bullying, and destruction of property. Many principals have now initiated Preventing School Violence programs at their schools.

For this assignment, imagine that you have been given the task of constructing an intervention/prevention program aimed at either the high school or middle school level to reduce acts of violence. Write a paper or create a PowerPoint or Prezi presentation in which you:

  • Explain why a school violence prevention program is important for today’s school environment. Be sure to include whether you are focusing on high school or middle school students.
  • Describe features you would most want the program to have, citing at least four specific examples of programs or intervention strategies that apply to the level you have chosen. Be sure to include the aspects to avoid in designing your program.
  • Outline at least five warning signs that a student might display prior to committing an act of violence.
  • Describe strategies to prevent school bullying.

In addition to the course text, use at least two scholarly web pages or journal articles to support your points. If writing a paper, it should four to five pages, excluding the title and reference pages, and formatted according to APA guidelines. If creating a PowerPoint or Prezi, it should be 15 to 20 slides and include APA-formatted title and reference slides.

 

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What are the benefits and drawbacks of a mandatory National Identity Card? Specifically address whether the card will be effective in increasing the security of the U.S. or will it infringe on civil liberties.

HSM 305 Survey of Homeland Security & Emergency Management

Ashford – March 2016

 

Week 2 Discussion 1 – The Balance of Civil Liberties and Domestic Security

Are civil liberties and homeland security opposing concepts in the United States?

Do you need to trade one for the other in a zero sum game?

 

Week 2 Discussion 2 – The National Identification Card

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a mandatory National Identity Card? Specifically address whether the card will be effective in increasing the security of the U.S. or will it infringe on civil liberties.

 

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What ethical theories studied in this course could justify the United Nations as an ethical organization? Do you believe that the U.N. is ethical in theory and in practice (or neither)?

HSM 311 Ethics & Homeland Security

Ashford Course – January 2016

 

HSM 311 Week 3 Assignment; Final Research Paper Outline – The Patriot Act

 

Week 3 Discussion 1 – Ethics and the United Nations

What ethical theories studied in this course could justify the United Nations as an ethical organization? Do you believe that the U.N. is ethical in theory and in practice (or neither)?

Qualify your argument

Week 3 Discussion 2 – Humanitarian Warfare

Briefly analyze Just War Theory and its application to humanitarian intervention.

Was the U.S. use of force in Somalia in 1993 justified morally?

 

Why or why not?

 

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Discuss the processes that are involved in a systems development lifecycle (SDLC). Explain each process and how they relate to one another. Apply each process.

Discussion 1

Understanding health care information systems planning and implementation is an important skill for health care leaders. Technology is advancing and the adoption of information systems in healthcare has progressed from being just a cool tool to a must have in terms of quality, access, profitability, and competitiveness. It is inevitable that managers and/or leaders will be faced with technology changes and/or upgrades; making the need to understand the basics of health care information system development and the standards required fundamental. Health leaders are charged with mandating and facilitating set data/information standards (classification, codes, data, etc.) set forth by the HITECH Act and HIPAA. One such standard is the Nationwide Health Information Network (NwHIN) which enables health information exchange on the worldwide web. In a 300 word initial response, address the following points:

  • Discuss the processes that are involved in a systems development lifecycle (SDLC).
    • Explain each process and how they relate to one another.
    • Apply each process.
  • Discuss how the SDLC processes are used in health care information system development.
  • Discuss the four methods of development of health care information system standards. How do these methods affect interoperability?
  • List three organizations as well as the roles they play in developing standards.

Discussion 2

Acquiring health information systems requires astute leadership. An acquisition is migrating from one system to another. The imposition and realization of applicable standards, system requirements, legalities, finances, human resources, and need must all be considered before an acquisition can be successfully executed. Review the case, Acquiring an EHR System, from pages 215-218 of your course text. In a 300-word initial post, discuss the pros and cons of the case by addressing the following questions:

  • Discuss the main concept(s) of the case.
  • Discuss personnel(s) who was/were involved in the acquisition.
  • Discuss the system(s) that was/were acquired.
  • Highlight the positives (pros) of the acquisition.
  • Highlight the negatives (cons) of the acquisition.
 

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Watch one episode of one of the above television programs and identify and describe one interpersonal conflict that was not handled effectively. Based on what you have learned in class this week in Chapters 8 and 9 of our text, write a paper explaining why the conflict was not handled effectively and what could have been done differently. Be sure to focus on one particular interpersonal conflict and not the television show as a whole. The television programs can be found in syndication, weekly on air, and through the links provided above.

Bellisario, D. & Brennan, S. (Producers). (2003-2014). NCIS: Naval criminal investigative service [Television Series]. United States: Columbia Broadcasting System.

  • This television show can be found for no charge with closed captioning at NCIS – CBS.
  • Watch one episode of one of the above television programs and identify and describe one interpersonal conflict that was not handled effectively. Based on what you have learned in class this week in Chapters 8 and 9 of our text, write a paper explaining why the conflict was not handled effectively and what could have been done differently. Be sure to focus on one particular interpersonal conflict and not the television show as a whole. The television programs can be found in syndication, weekly on air, and through the links provided above.

    Please Note: A synopsis of the television program (e.g., which actors are in the television show or what it is about) should not be included. Be sure to reference at least one of your course readings from this week in your paper.

 

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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?

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.)

 

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