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Create an action plan for implementation.

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Your recommendation in the policy brief you presented, in Topic 5, has been accepted by the committee, taken through the legislative process, and is now ready for implementation. Create an action plan for implementation. Once you have your ideas outlined you will prepare an implementation presentation for the legislator to communicate to all stakeholders. Your 10 slide presentation should include:
Any stakeholders (any individual or group that would be impacted by the policy)
Required resources and who provides them (what is needed to implement the policy)
Challenges that might be encountered
Time Frame (time frame should be reasonable)
Evaluation processes ( how will you ensure the policy is effective)
Summarize how agencies, personnel, and public involved in the implementation of the policy will be impacted. Include a description of the considerations needed for seamless implementation of the policy for all stakeholders.
Use three to five scholarly resources to support your explanations.
Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include 50-75 words per slide.
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Why is a null hypothesis required in research?

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Assignment 3: Course Project Task I
Research Question and Hypothesis
After reading the feedback on your proposed quantitative research question in M1 Assignment 2, provide your revised quantitative research question. Next, develop a hypothesis for the research question (Include a null and an alternative hypothesis for your question.).
Keep in mind that a hypothesis is a specific statement of prediction. A hypothesis describes in concrete (rather than theoretical) terms what you expect will happen in your study. It should be testable and often mirrors the research question in the way that it is written.
For example, there is a positive correlation between having an alcoholic parent and alcoholism in adulthood.
Once you have clearly stated your research question and hypothesis, discuss the following (in 1–2 pages):
· Why is a null hypothesis required in research? How is the null hypothesis used when drawing conclusions from the collected data?
· What is the relationship of your hypothesis to the identified problem?
· How is your hypothesis feasible?
· How is your hypothesis measurable and testable?
Submission Details:
· By the due date assigned, save your hypothesis and supporting discussion as M1_A3_Lastname_Firstname.doc and submit it to the Submissions Area.

Assignment 3 Grading Criteria Maximum Points
Clearly stated the quantitative research question and the hypothesis (both alternative and null). 20
Explained the need for the null hypothesis in research as well as its role in drawing conclusions from the collected data. 12
Identified and described the relationship of the hypothesis to the identified problem. 16
Explained the feasibility of the hypothesis. 16
Identified how your hypothesis is measurable and testable. 12
Used scientific terminology in writing the hypothesis. 8
Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. 16
Total: 100


Assignment
3:
Course
Project
Task
I
Research Question and Hypothesis
After reading the feedback on your proposed quantitative research
question in
M1
Assignment
2
, provide your revised quantitative
research question. Next, develop a hypothesis for the research question
(Include a null and an alternative hypothesis for your question.).
Keep in mind that a hypothesis is a specific statement of prediction. A
hypothesi
s describes in concrete (rather than theoretical) terms what you
expect will happen in your study. It should be testable and often mirrors
the research question in the way that it is written.
For example, there is a positive correlation between having an a
lcoholic
parent and alcoholism in adulthood.
Once you have clearly stated your research question and hypothesis,
discuss the following (in 1
–
2 pages):
·
Why is a null hypothesis required in research? How is the null hypothesis
used when drawing conclusions f
rom the collected data?
·
What is the relationship of your hypothesis to the identified problem?
·
How is your hypothesis feasible?
·
How is your hypothesis measurable and testable?

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Define and describe Organizational Behavior Management

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Original work ONLY: Turnitin will check for plagiarism. Kindly follow Rubric attached.
The following course outcome is assessed with the Unit 3 Assignment:
PS430-2: Analyze behavior management programs using fundamental principles of behavior.
PC-2.1: Achieve goals through planning and prioritization.
You are working as a behavioral consulting intern. Your company is taking on a new client, Shoreside Community-Based Residential Facility. Shoreside would like your company to provide consultation in their unit for adults with traumatic brain injury.
Shoreside management and staff have expressed a concern over increasing rates of disruptive behavior during community outings and have had little success with their current interventions. They believe they may need assistance with staff training and behavior management techniques.
The company uses some Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with their clients but has never used ABA at an organizational level. The Director recently learned about Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) and wants to know more about how basic concepts of ABA could be used at Shoreside. The Director of Shoreside believes this would be an effective way to address the problems within the organization.
Your manager has asked you to make a presentation to management and staff to provide more information about Organizational Behavior Management and how fundamental principles of behavior can be used in the organization. Shoreside is skeptical that the same principles they use with their clients could be applied to staff within the organization.
Using what you have learned about OBM and fundamental principles of behavior, you must create a PowerPoint presentation (minimum of 12 slides) consisting of the following:

  1. Provide an overview of Organizational Behavior Management:
    • Define and describe Organizational Behavior Management.
    • Identify and describe at least one specific application of OBM that is applicable to the above organization.
  2. Provide an overview of the general goals of an OBM/ABA based intervention:
    • Identify the role that individuals within organizations hold in relation to the successful planning and implementation of interventions
    • Describe how problems are prioritized and addressed.
  3. Define and describe fundamental principles of behavior and provide examples of how this is applied on an organizational level. Use nontechnical language when possible, so that all those attending the meeting understand your discussion:
    • Respondent Conditioning
    • Operant Conditioning
    • Verbal Behavior
  4. Describe why using a behavior analytic approach on all levels of the organization is preferred over a non-scientific approach.
  5. Discuss why principles of ABA are important in the development of behavior management programs.

The goal for this Assignment is to provide an overview of Organizational Behavior Management and describe the fundamental principles of behavior analysis. You should not create a solution for the given scenario. You should provide a beginning explanation of the above principles in order to introduce the staff to the use of behavior analysis on all levels within the organization.
Your PowerPoint presentation should have an APA Style title page and reference page. The sources of the information used in the preparation of your presentation should be cited with in-text citations in APA Style and should be reflected on your reference page.
Your PowerPoint should be a minimum of 12 slides in length, not including title and reference pages, include proper APA formatting (including properly formatted headings for each section of your plan), and include at least two academic references reference from :  Johnson C., Redmon W., Mawhinney T. (2001). Handbook of Organizational Performance, 1st Edition.

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What is the role of the counselor in the change process?

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PCN-521 Topic 2: Vargas Case Study
Elizabeth arrives on time with Frank and Heidi for the second session. Elizabeth appears somewhat frazzled and tells you that she had just heard from Bob who said he would be “a little late” because he “lost track of time.” You note Elizabeth’s frustration which she confirms by saying this is “typical.” She proceeds to share that she feels “completely disregarded,” especially after having shared with Bob the night before how important these sessions are to her. You notice that Heidi seems upset as well and looks as if she has been crying. You ask her how her day is going and she tearfully tells you that Frankie tore up her school paper with the gold star on it. Elizabeth elaborates that Frank had become angry and ripped up the picture that Heidi was proudly sharing with her. Frank, who had gone directly to the Legos, appears oblivious to the others in the room. When you ask him about his sister’s sadness, he replies, “Who cares? She always gets gold stars!”
As you were about to further explore these feelings, Bob arrives stating, “She probably told you I’m always late, but hey, at least I’m consistent.” You notice Elizabeth’s eye rolling and direct your attention to the children, asking them about what brought them to your office. Heidi says, “I’m good but Frankie’s bad at school, and it makes Mommy and Daddy fight.” Frank, who had helped himself to one of your books to use as a car ramp argues, “I hate school. It’s boring and my teacher is mean.” Bob attributes Frank’s boredom to being “too smart for the second grade…what do they expect?” Elizabeth responds that they, like her, expect him to follow rules and be respectful, and suggests that Bob should share those same expectations. Bob dismisses Elizabeth’s concerns by saying, “He’s a normal boy, not like all your friends from work who you say are ‘creative.’”
You notice Elizabeth’s reaction and decide to redirect your attention to Frank. You ask him what bothers him most about school, to which he replies, “I get in trouble, then I don’t get to have all the recess time, then I can’t play soccer because they already started and they won’t let me play.” You notice Frank’s interest in sports and probe for more information. You learn that he is quite athletic and has been asked to join a competitive youth soccer team that plays on Saturdays and Sundays. You discover another source of discord when Elizabeth shares that Bob “feels strongly” that Sundays are to be spent only at church and with family. Bob confirms that after church on Sundays, they spend the rest of the day with his parents, siblings, nieces, and nephews. Elizabeth says that Sunday mornings are the only time she gets to be by herself and that she typically joins the family around 1:00 p.m. Bob adds, “Apparently Liz needs time to herself more than she needs God and her family,” and suggests she should appreciate his family more because “it’s the only family she has.”
As the session comes to a close, you share your observations of the family by noting their common goal of wanting to enjoy family time together. You also suggest that while Frank’s behavior challenges are concerning, perhaps you could focus next week on learning more about each parent’s family of origin in hopes of gaining a better understanding of the couple’s relationship.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PREPARING THIS ASSIGNMENT
Review the Topic 2: Vargas Family Case Study. Write a 750-1,000-word paper in which you demonstrate how therapists apply psychoanalytic and cognitive-behavioral theories to analyze the presenting problem(s) and choose appropriate interventions.
Be sure to answer the following questions in your paper:
1. What are the two main presenting problems for the Vargas family?
2. How are the problems maintained?
· From the psychoanalytic perspective
· From the cognitive-behavioral perspective
3. What interventions would you plan to use in your next session?
· From the psychoanalytic perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions)
· From the cognitive-behavioral perspective (identify and describe your plan for two interventions)
4. What is the role of the counselor in the change process?
· From the psychoanalytic perspective
· From the cognitive-behavioral perspective
Cite at least three academic sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, books, etc.).
Goldenberg, I., Stanton, M., & Goldenberg, H. (2016). Family therapy: An overview (9th ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage. Our class text book
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.


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Explain how dynamic assessment is consistent with Vygotsky’s zone of proximal development and with scaffolding

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· Respond to the REVIEW question under the “Ask Yourself” section in Chapter 9. Make sure your response is thorough.
Revel – Section 9.6, Individual Differences in Mental Development – “Explaining Individual and Group Differences in IQ” – Journal 9.4
Since there is actually no “review” question, let’s do the “Connect” question:
“Explain how dynamic assessment is consistent with Vygotsky’s zone of proximal development and with scaffolding (you will need to refer back to the Vygotsky discussion in chapter seven)
· Respond to the APPLY question under the “Ask Yourself” section  in Chapter 9
Revel – Section 9.8, Learning in School – “How Well-Educated Are U.S. Children?” – Journal 9.6
“Sandy wonders why her daughter Mira’s teacher often has students work on assignments in small, cooperative groups. Explain the benefits of this approach to Sandy.”
· Respond to the APPLY question under the “Ask Yourself” section in Chapter 10
Revel – Section 10.2, Self-Understanding – “Influences on Self-Esteem” –
Journal 10.1
“Should parents try to promote children’s self-esteem by telling them they’re “smart” or “wonderful”? Are children harmed if they do not feel good about everything they do? Explain”
****PLEASE RESPOND IN QUESTION/ANSWER FORMAT and ONLY CITE FROM THE BOOK… Chapter 9 & 10    Berk, L. E. (2014). Exploring Lifespan Development (3rd ed.). Boston: Pearson Education, Inc. ISBN-13: 978-0-134-41266-5
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Discuss if there is any similarity in the health care beliefs and practices of the German and French Canadian heritage with the health care beliefs of your heritage

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People of French Canadian Heritage.
People of German Heritage.
Read chapter 14 and 29 of the class textbook Transcultural Health Care. A Culturally Competent Approach (4th ed.)
Purnell, L.D.(and review the attached PowerPoint presentations.   Read Content chapter 29 in Davis Plus Online Website.  Once done answer the following questions;
1.  Describe the health care beliefs of the German and French Canadian heritages and mention the influence in the delivery of evidence-based health care.
2.  Discuss if there is any similarity in the health care beliefs and practices of the German and French Canadian heritage with the health care beliefs of your heritage.
3.  If you have to change your health care beliefs for any of one study this week, which one will you choose and why?
The assignment must be presented in an APA format word document, Arial 12 font attached to the forum on the discussion board.  A minimum of 3 evidenced-based references must be used  with the appropriate references must be posted.
References must be no older than 5 years.  A minimum of 700 words is required.
PLEASE DO NOT PLAGIARIZE.
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considered how you might create an instrument for measuring a phenomenon or client issue

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In discussion 1, you considered how you might create an instrument for measuring a phenomenon or client issue. For this week’s Discussion 2, choose and evaluate an existing instrument to measure the concept you identified in Discussion 1. Consider how you would compare your original measurement to the existing measurement.
To Prepare: Review the following at the Walden Library on how to find existing instruments:
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/testsmeasures

By Day 5

Posta brief explanation of the existing measurement instrument that you identified. Then, compare your original measurement approach to the existing instrument. Next, explain how you would revise or replace your original measurement plan. Finally explain the advantages and/or disadvantages of using existing instruments for measurement. Please use the Learning Resources to support your answer.

By Day 7

Respond to a colleague’s post by suggesting one alternative advantage or disadvantage of their chosen existing instrument of measurement. Explain why your suggestions have value. Please use the resources to support your answer.

Learning Resources

Note: To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.

Required Readings

Yegidis, B. L., Weinbach, R. W., & Myers, L. L.  (2018). Research methods for social workers (8th ed.). New York, NY:  Pearson.
Chapter 10, “Measurements Concepts and Issues” (pp. 223-245)
Chapter 11,” Methods for Acquiring Research Data” (pp. 246-275)
Chapter 12, “Data Collection Instruments” (pp. 277-294)

Windle,   G., Bennett, K. M., & Noyes, J. Windle, G., Bennett, K. M., &   Noyes, J. (2011). A methodological review of resilience scales. Health and Quality of Life Outcomes, 9, 2-18. Retrieved from Walden Library databases

Walker, K. E., & Arbreton, A. J. A. (2001). Working together to build Beacon Centers in San Francisco: Evaluation findings from 1998–2000. Philadelphia, PA: Public/Private Ventures. (see pp. 96-99 for measures). Retrieved from http://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED464212.pdf
See pp. 96–99 for measures

Document: Tips When Evaluating Instruments

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Strategic Plan Natural disaster

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Strategic Plan Natural disaster

Research Paper
The Research Paper is a ten- to twelve-page paper (excluding title and references pages) that provides the student the opportunity to investigate a specific natural disaster topic, apply graduate-level critical thinking to the presentation of the information, and utilize and synthesize appropriate current research for your selected topic. The Research Paper utilizes professional health care knowledge and skills and applies those proficiencies to the context of quality improvement and risk management by developing a natural disaster strategic plan for community health: Mobilizing For Action Through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP) Process. The three-part Strategic Disaster Plan will be developed in Weeks Two, Four, and Six. Review Chapter 3 in the textbook. In this final part, the students will take the strategic issues identified in Part II (Week Four) and formulate goal statements and strategies for addressing issues, resulting in development and adoption of an interrelated set of strategy statements. Lastly, an action plan with an evaluation timeline that identifies outcomes to be reached and what steps would be taken to ensuing adjustments in the strategy plan if needed. The final draft with all three parts will be posted together for a final grade.
Writing the Research Paper The Research Paper:
1. Must be ten to twelve double-spaced pages in length (excluding title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
a. Title of paper
b. Student’s name
c. Course name and number
d. Instructor’s name
e. Date submitted
3. Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least ten scholarly and/or peer-reviewed sources  published within the last five years, including a minimum of three from the Ashford University Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according
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Describe specific examples of personal change required to pursue a doctoral degree in psychology

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Complete the following:

  • Reflect on this course. As preparation for  writing, review each of the following aspects of the first three  assignments you completed during this course:
    • The research skills needed to complete those assignments.
    • The course readings, especially from your Critical Thinking in Psychology text.
    • The ethical aspects of conducting a research project like the one outlined in those assignments.
    • The summary of your findings from the research you did in the  course project. What insights into your specialization topic did you  gain from the experience?
    • The insights you have gained about yourself in the discussions and exchanges with your peers in this course.
    • The changes you have experienced in your self-image.
    • Any additional approaches you will need to consider to ensure  that you meet the high ethical standards of a professional psychologist.
  • Consider the following:
    • Changes in your thinking and behavior. For  each of these aspects, analyze the connection between changes in your  thinking and the work you have done in this course. Describe specific  examples that illustrate the changes, and explain the relationship  between your new thinking or behavior and this doctoral program.  Identify and cite at least two specific resources you have encountered  in this course that have triggered these changes, and explain the  connections.
    • Changes in your approach. Choose a major event  earlier in your life. Include the roles of other people who were  involved in this event and their relationships with you. Analyze ways in  which you might approach that event differently now, considering the  new direction that you are taking in your life. Include specific  examples of the manner in which you worked with others, and the extent  to which you might handle those relationships differently, knowing what  you know now. Identify and cite at least two specific resources you have  encountered in this course that have triggered your new ideas about  approaches.
    • Changes in your role. How do you expect to  assess the value of your doctoral degree? Look ahead 8–10 years into the  future and describe the ways in which you expect your life to be  different. Explain the connections for any differences that you see as  directly related to this course or to the doctoral program. Identify and  cite at least one credible career resource that supports your image of  the future.
    • Write about your reflection. Organize your  written assignment according to the three questions in the overview: Why  I am in this program? What I am trying to become? How I will achieve my  goal? Use the insights you have gathered from your analysis of changes  in your thinking, behavior, relationships, and plans as evidence to  support your answer to each question. Suggestion: Some learners find it easier to write the second and third sections before attempting to complete the first section.
Written Paper

In your paper, address the following:

  • Assess the value of your doctoral degree in psychology to others, as well as to yourself.
  • Describe specific examples of personal change required to pursue a doctoral degree in psychology.
  • Analyze requirements for performing ethically in accordance with professional standards.
  • Include your findings from the research you did in the literature review portion of the course project.
  • Explain how learning the skills involved in doctoral research will impact your self-image.
  • Describe a plan for your career direction in the field of psychology.
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Identify and describe three challenges typically faced in middle adulthood

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 Thriving in Middle Adulthood
Instructions
Your reading describes several transitions and life events that can occur during middle adulthood. While many of those in middle adulthood thrive, that is not always the case, as evidenced by the occurance of midlife crises.
Create a presentation (using PowerPoint, or your favorite slideshow tool) in which you address the following:

  • Identify and describe three challenges typically faced in middle adulthood (make sure to cite sources) – minimum 3 slides
  • Identify and describe three recommendations for how to overcome those challenges(make sure to cite sources) – minimum 3 slides
  • Offer two detailed suggestions for how thrive in middle adulthood  (make sure to cite sources) – minimum 2 slides

You must cite your unit reading and/or outside sources to support your statements. I’m not looking for opinions here – you must support your statements and suggestions with cited sources. Include a reference slide at the end, with your references in APA format, and use in-text citations on your slides.
Keep in mind that I’m also not looking for you to copy and paste information from the reading/websites and stick it into your slides. You can use a direct quote if you feel you need to, but it must have quotation marks around it to indicate that it is a direct quote. Everything else will need to be in your own words (paraphrase), followed by an in-text citation to indicate where the information came from. I want to see your writing, not what you’ve copied and pasted from other writers. Read this helpful guide on paraphrasing. At least 80% of your assignment needs to be in your own words.
Make sure that you give each slide a title so it is clear which slides are focused on challenges and which slides are focused on recommendations and suggestions. Be sure to include images or graphics to make your slides visually appealing.

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