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  • Education in the United States (Sample paper)

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    Read Chapter 9 of The Policy Game: Understanding U.S. Policy Making, and watch Changing Education Paradigms (or read the transcript). Then, write a paper on the problem of education in the United States. Share your reactions to the concepts and perspective presented in the video. In your paper, address the following:
    Does every individual have the right of access to education? Explain why or why not?
    Do you think every individual has the right to the same kind of education (i.e., academic versus vocational)? Explain why.
    Who should be responsible for the provision of education, the federal or local government, or individual citizens? Explain why.
    In your opinion, what needs to be done currently to improve our educational system?
    Also, discuss one policy that you feel has been instrumental in making positive changes in the provision of education either nationally or locally and explain your position.

    Your paper must be three to four pages in length. Begin your paper with an introduction, including a succinct thesis statement. Respond to all questions with critical thought. Conclude with a summary of your thesis and findings. Conclude summarizing your perspective and findings. Incorporate three to five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library. Your paper must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. All sources must be properly cited in text, and your paper must include a separate title page and reference page.

    Discuss Right to Education
    Total: 0.50
    Distinguished – Provides an excellent discussion of one’s right to obtain an education. Completely and thoroughly discusses the rationale for their perspective.
    Proficient – Provides a discussion of one’s right to obtain an education. Discusses rationale for their perspective.
    Basic – Provides a brief discussion of one’s right to obtain an education. Discussion of rationale for their perspective may be unclear.
    Below Expectations – The discussion of one’s right to obtain an education is incomplete. The position offered is unclear or without supporting rationale.
    Non-Performance – The discussion one’s right to education is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Explains Right to Education
    Total: 1.50
    Distinguished – Provides an exemplary explanation of an identified position, which is in support of or opposition to each individual’s right to the same kind of education, i.e., academic or vocational. The Explanation demonstrates mastery of the topic.
    Proficient – Provides an explanation of an identified position, which is in support of or opposition to each individual’s right to the same kind of education, i.e., academic or vocational. The explanation may be lacking minor details.
    Basic – Provides a general explanation of an identified position which is in support of or opposition to each individual’s right to the same kind of education, i.e., academic or vocational. The explanation may be lacking significant details.
    Below Expectations – Provides a minimal explanation of an identified position, which is in support of or opposition to each individual’s right to the same kind of education, i.e., academic or vocational. Explanation is underdeveloped.
    Non-Performance – The explanation of the right to education is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Explanation of Who Should be Responsible for the Provision of Education
    Total: 1.00
    Distinguished – Provides a thorough explanation of which entity, federal or local government, or the individual citizen, should be responsible for the provision of education in the United States.
    Proficient – Provides an explanation of which entity, federal or local government, or the individual citizen, should be responsible for the provision of education in the United States. Explanation may be missing minor details.
    Basic – Provides a brief explanation of which entity, federal or local government, or the individual citizen, should be responsible for the provision of education in the United States. The explanation may be missing pertinent points or identifies them without explanation of their relevance.
    Below Expectations – Attempts to explain which entity, federal or local government, or the individual citizen, should be responsible for the provision of education in the United States; however, the explanation does not clearly indicate which entity should be responsible, or is significantly underdeveloped.
    Non-Performance – The explanation of who should be responsible for the provision of education in the United States is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Discusses How to Improve Current Educational System
    Total: 2.00
    Distinguished – Provides a comprehensive discussion of the improvements needed for the current educational system. Demonstrates advanced understanding of current educational system and potential alternatives.
    Proficient – Provides a discussion of the improvements needed for the current educational system. Demonstrates understanding of current educational system and potential alternatives.
    Basic – Provides a limited discussion of the improvements needed for the current educational system. Somewhat demonstrates understanding of the current educational system and potential alternatives.
    Below Expectations – Discussion of the improvements needed for the current educational system is minimal, unclear, and/or missing key components.
    Non-Performance – The discussion of the improvements needed for the current educational system is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Discusses a Policy that has been Instrumental in Positive Changes in Education
    Total: 2.00
    Distinguished – Provides a comprehensive discussion of one policy that has been instrumental in making positive changes in the provision of education either nationally or locally. The explanation of one’s position on the policy is clear.

    Proficient – Provides a discussion of one policy that has been instrumental in making positive changes in the provision of education either nationally or locally. Explains one’s position on the policy. The discussion or the explanation may be lack depth.
    Basic – Briefly discusses one policy that has been instrumental in making positive changes in the provision of education either nationally or locally. Provides a limited explanation of one’s position on the policy.
    Below Expectations – Attempts to provide a discussion of an educational policy; however, the discussion does not elaborate or clarify how the selected policy has been instrumental to positive change. The explanation of one’s position on the policy is unclear.
    Non-Performance – The discussion of an educational policy is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Succinct Thesis Statement, Introduction of Topic, Concluding Summary
    Total: 1.00
    Distinguished – Provides an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement and concluding summary that strongly reaffirms the thesis.
    Proficient – Provides an introductory paragraph with a good thesis statement and concluding summary that reaffirms the thesis.
    Basic – Provides an adequate introductory paragraph with a thesis statement and concluding summary that somewhat reaffirms the thesis.
    Below Expectations – Attempts to provide introductory and concluding summary and a thesis; however, the thesis may not be reaffirmed throughout.
    Non-Performance – The thesis statement, introduction of topic, and concluding summary are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.

    Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
    Total: 0.34
    Distinguished – Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for a full understanding.
    Proficient – Clearly explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering enough relevant information for an adequate understanding.
    Basic – Briefly recognizes the issue to be considered, delivering minimal information for a basic understanding.
    Below Expectations – Briefly recognizes the issue to be considered, but may not deliver additional information necessary for a basic understanding.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    Critical Thinking: Conclusions and Related Outcomes
    Total: 0.33
    Distinguished – Conclusions and related outcomes are logical and clearly reflect student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.
    Proficient – Conclusions and related outcomes are logical and reflect student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.
    Basic – Conclusions and related outcomes are identified and minimally reflect student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.
    Below Expectations – Conclusions and related outcomes are not logical or reflective of student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    Written Communication: Context of and Purpose for Writing
    Total: 0.33
    Distinguished – Demonstrates methodical application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is evident and easy to understand. Summaries, quotes, and/or paraphrases fit naturally into the sentences and paragraphs. Paper flows smoothly.
    Proficient – Demonstrates sufficient application of organization and presentation of content. The purpose of the writing is, for the most part, clear and easy to understand. There are some problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper flows somewhat smoothly.
    Basic – Demonstrates a limited understanding of organization and presentation of content in written work. The purpose of the writing is somewhat evident, but may not be integrated throughout the assignment. There are many problems with the blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly in all sections.
    Below Expectations – Organization and presentation of content is extremely limited. The purpose of the writing is unclear. There is little or no blending of summaries, paraphrases, and quotes. Paper does not flow smoothly when read.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
    Total: 0.25
    Distinguished – Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to understand.
    Proficient – Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors, and is mostly easy to understand.
    Basic – Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors, which may slightly distract the reader.
    Below Expectations – Fails to display basic comprehension of syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains major errors, which distract the reader.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    APA Formatting
    Total: 0.25
    Distinguished – Accurately uses APA formatting consistently throughout the paper, title page, and reference page.
    Proficient – Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout contains a few minor errors.
    Basic – Exhibits basic knowledge of APA formatting throughout the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements.
    Below Expectations – Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout difficult to distinguish as APA.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    Page Requirement
    Total: 0.25
    Distinguished – The paper meets the specific page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
    Proficient – The paper closely meets the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
    Basic – The paper meets over half of the page requirement stipulated in the assignment description.
    Below Expectations – A fraction of the page requirement is completed.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

    Resource Requirement
    Total: 0.25
    Distinguished – Uses more than the required number of scholarly sources, providing compelling evidence to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.
    Proficient – Uses required number of scholarly sources to support ideas. All sources on the reference page are used and cited correctly within the body of the assignment.
    Basic – Uses less than the required number of sources to support ideas. Some sources may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are used within the body of the assignment. Citations may not be formatted correctly.
    Below Expectations – Uses inadequate number of sources that provide little or no support for ideas. Sources used may not be scholarly. Most sources on the reference page are not used within the body of the assignment. Citations are not formatted correctly.
    Non-Performance – The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the instructions.

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  • HCS 490: Education Campaigns Paper

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    Contents

    • What are healthcare education Programs?
    • One benefit to the patient
    • Maintaining patient confidentiality
    • Effective means of communication
    • Different communication
    • Media and social networking
    • Marketing health care products or services

    Pages: 3, double spaced

    Citation: APA

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  • Applying the Results and Conclusion of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care

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    HCS 465 week 3 Individual Assignment Applying the Results and Conclusion of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care

    Resource: Applying the Results and Conclusion of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care Grading Criteria.

    Use the content ofthe Applying the Background and Methodology of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care assignment, which was due in Week Two, as a guide to complete the following assignment.

    Respond to the following questions in 1,050- to 1,400-word paper:

    Results: data collection methods

    • In what way are the data collection procedures appropriate for this study?
    • In what way were appropriate steps taken to protect the rights of subjects?
    • In what way is the data collection tool used to support the reliability and validity of the study?

    Data analysis procedures

    • In what ways are the data analysis procedures appropriate for the data collected?
    • In what ways are the data analysis procedures appropriate for answering the research question or questions, for testing the study hypothesis or hypotheses, or both?
    • What are the key distinctions between qualitative and quantitative data?

    Conclusion

    • Summarize the findings of the study.
    • Identify the strengths of the scientific merit of this study. What are weaknesses?
    • Identify the major limitations of the scientific merit of this study? What are its weaknesses?
    • Explain if the findings support the hypotheses.

    Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

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  • Week 2 Reporting Practices and Ethics Paper

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    HCS 405 Week 2 Individual Assignment Reporting Practices and Ethics Paper

    Resources: University of Phoenix Material: Reporting Practices and Ethics Paper Grading Criteria

    Find two or three articles that address financial reporting practices and ethical standards in health care finance, including the following topics:

    • Generally accepted accounting principles
    • Corporate compliance, ethics, or fraud and abuse

    Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper on the financial management of health care organizations, integrating your research articles.

    • Include a summary of the four elements of financial management.
    • Include a summary of generally accepted accounting principles and general financial ethical standards.
    • Provide examples from the articles that reflect ethical standards of conduct and financial reporting practices.
    • Explain the significance of each example.

    Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines

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  • Presentation to Board of Ethics

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    HCS 335 Week 5 Learning Team Biomedical Presentation

    Your team has been assigned to give a presentation to your organization’s board of ethics. The team will discuss a current biomedical issue that faces your organization and its social responsibility toward the issue.

    Resource: Biomedical Presentation Grading Criteria on your student website
    Prepare a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation or 3-4 pages paper that discusses the biomedical issue. Include the following:

    • Describe a biomedical issue, such as stem cell research, cloning, privacy issues in research, harvesting embryos, quality-of-life issues, and so forth.
    • What is the historical and current impact of the biomedical issue?
    • Forecast the potential future of the issue and how might it change.
    • What issues involve problems with consent?
    • Explain the organization’s ethical and social responsibility toward the community and its stakeholders.

    Include at least three sources in your presentation.
    Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines

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  • McCall Ethics Case Study

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    Individual Assignment: Ethics Case Study

    Resource: Ethics Case Study Grading Criteria included as an attachment in the Course Materials.
    Read the case study in Ch. 4 (Page 85) of Medical Law and Ethics that begins, “Jerry McCAll is Dr. William’s office assistant.”
    Prepare a 700- to 1050-word paper in which you answer the following questions:

    • Does Jerry’s medical training qualify him to issue this refill order? Why or why not?
    • Would it make a difference if the medication requested were for control of high blood pressure that the patient critically needs on a daily basis? Why or why not?
    • If Jerry calls in the refill and the patient has an adverse reaction while flying, is Jerry protected from a lawsuit under the doctrine of respondent superior?
    • What is your advice to Jerry?
    • Identify major legal and ethical issues that may affect Jerry’s decision.
    • What problem-solving methods might be helpful to assist in making an ethical decision?

    Include at least two sources in your paper.
    Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

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  • Compare Behavioral Learning and Cognitive Learning Theories

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    PSY 365 Final Paper

    Course Paper Instructions

    As the major assignment of this course, you must choose 1 of the theories discussed in this course and write a 7–10-page research paper, not including the cover, abstract, and reference pages. Current APA format is required. At least 5 scholarly, empirical, current sources that are directly related to the level headings of the paper are required. You can use research articles or books. Wikis are not considered acceptable sources. The use of quotations is not allowed. You will be required to use your own words; however, you still must cite the information. It is recommended that you start your paper early and have it ready to submit Module/Week 7.

    Note: the 7-page limit does not include the cover, abstract, and reference pages.

    1. Cover page
    2. Abstract
    3. Body
    4. References: At least 5 references required—textbook, books, and journals.

    The body of your paper must be organized according to the following content headings. You must also use current APA format.

    • History of Theory
    • Types of Problems Theory is Most Useful
    • Strengths of the Theory
    • Weaknesses of the Theory
    • Conclusion

    The Course Paper must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Monday of Module/Week 7.

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  • PSY 302 Week 5 Final Paper

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    The purpose of the Final Paper is to apply your understanding of industrial/organizational psychology to a specific job and organization. This paper should be an objective analysis of a specific job in a particular work organization. It may be a place that you or a friend or family member is currently working.

    Your paper should be based on material from the class and the textbook. You are expected to write an eight- to ten-page paper (not counting title and reference pages) that integrates relevant topics and theories from industrial/organizational psychology. Utilize a minimum of three scholarly, peer-reviewed sources document in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

    Be sure to address the following discussion points in your paper:

    • Describe the organization as a whole and a specific job within this organization. Is there a formal job description? Include a complete job description (if available) as an appendix. Does this organization use a formal job analysis? If so, describe it.
    • Explain how employees are recruited and selected by the organization. Do they use tests, interviews or application blanks? If there is a standard application, include a copy with your paper as an appendix). Is there a formal job evaluation that determines the appropriate pay levels for different jobs and employees?
    • Explain the criteria that are used to appraise employee performance. How are employees appraised? How often are they evaluated and by whom?
    • Discuss the kinds of training/development which are a part of this job. How effective is the training?
    • Describe some of the specific stressors in this job and the company’s communication process.
    • Discuss how the organization or your specific supervisor motivates his/her employees. What motivation theory best seems to apply? Identify the leadership approach or theory which best explains this organization and discuss how it is applied.
    • Describe some of the various groups that exist in your workplace. What factors affect group performance in your job? Use at least one theory in your analysis of this setting.
    • Describe changes you would suggest for improving this job and/or organization.
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  • Response to Mark Edmundson’s Ideas about Education

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    Response to Mark Edmundson’s Ideas about Education

    Pages: 4, double spaced

    Citation: MLA

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