Analysis of The Real Junk Food Project

A report that critically explains and illustrates the results of an in-depth analysis of The Real Junk Food Project (a non-profit organization / social enterprise)  What should include in the report: Part 1. Concise summary of the key characteristics of the organization: 1.1 Areas of work. 1.2 The problem, challenges and opportunities that the organization aims to address. Major accomplishments by the organization. Part 2. In-depth analysis of how the non-profit / social enterprise is organised (e.g. leadership, management, peopling, financing, marketing and communication, and governance). Part 3. Identification of challenges and setbacks in the work of the organization, including but not limited to problems of financing, management, governance, communication, recruitment and retention of staff and/or volunteers. Part 4. In-depth analysis of one of these identified challenges and explanation of effective solutions on how you would address it, including recommendations for changes to improve the performance of the social enterprise / non-profit organization. Part 5. An overall assessment of the social impact of the non-profit organization / social enterprise. Make sure you explain what framework you are adopting and how you have attempted to measure social impact. In explaining and illustrating the findings of your analysis of the selected organization in the report, you should: • Critically apply ideas, concepts, theories and frameworks from relevant literature. • Support your argument with appropriate data and evidence. • Use appropriate sources which include references to: ♣ Module readings (i.e. lecture and workshop material, adopted textbook and readings) ♣ Other academic sources (i.e. journals, books, etc.) ♣ Other sources (e.g. valid newspapers and business magazines such as FT, Economist, Guardian; the organization’s websites; published annual reports; media reports and reviews / reports of the organization by external agencies / stakeholders; social media presence and digital traces) ♣ Links to digital material that you have created for this project.

Critique of Lin et al 2011 Music therapy and spinal surgery

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Submit your critique of Lin et al. (2011) Music therapy and spinal surgery. Do the best you can with the type of research study you believe this represents. The key goals of this critique are to: -define the independent variable and dependent variables AND measurements and instruments being used -list the ways the study worked to promote Internal validity (efforts to make sure any relationship between the variables’ correlations had integrity; you could trust the measures reported the relationship) -list the ways the study worked to promote External validity (efforts to make sure any findings COULD be generalized back to similar populations from which the sample was drawn) -list threats to Internal and External validity (recruitment, music frequency, staff training, etc.)

Artistic Expression: Robert Frank and Brassaï

Artistic Expression: Robert Frank and Brassaï

Paper details Art & photography have been linked from the beginnings of photography. In the contemporary art world, photography is a major player as a stand-alone voice and as an integrated medium with traditional art forms and digital technology. For this essay, search for photographers who are in the art genre and who grab your attention. (If you would like a starting place for your search, there is an excellent list on page 210 of our London text.) Select two artists, and compare and contrast their work. Defend your choices by explaining how their work qualifies as art. Would you characterize their expressions as photographs? or mixed media images? or multiple images or sequences? Is size an element in their work? In what way does the work relate to earlier traditions such as artistic photography or documentary photography? What other artistic, cultural, social, or political influences are evident in the work? What effect do you think the digital revolution has had on how artists define photography and make photographic images? For all essays in this course: Your essay should be at least 600 words. Cite any sources you use for your essay and include a list of works cited in either a MLA or APA format. Please include images, and remember to provide proper citations for each. Proofread your essay for grammatical and spelling errors.

Managerial Decision Making Research and Analysis

Managerial Decision Making Research and Analysis

 

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Research a specific company of your choice and identify some of the managerial decisions that were made over time and in response to changes in its market or competitive environment. Use the Ashford University Library and web-based sources for your research. At least three external scholarly sources must be used in addition to the textbook. Address all of the following areas: Describe the company and provide a brief history of its operations. Find or use graphs to illustrate its financial performance over the years. Describe any sources of risk or uncertainty in its operations. Do the financial reports indicate risky or uncertain activities or changes to the economic environment that ultimately appear to have affected the company’s financial outcomes? Be specific. Are there any government regulations that have affected this company’s operations domestically or abroad? Explain. Describe the inputs that are used in this company’s production function and identify any challenges to securing these inputs. Determine if the company has introduced new products in existing markets or created new markets over time. What is the impact on its finances? Determine if the price of its products increased or declined over time and analyze the reasons for price fluctuations. Study the demand elasticity for its products and discuss the availability of close substitutes for its products. How does that affect pricing decisions? Analyze the company’s profitability. Identify the economy or industry influences on its costs, operations, and profitability. Describe the competitive environment in which the firm operates, the distribution of market power, and the strategic behavior of the firm and its competitors. Apply your knowledge of the theory of this company’s market structure. How does the company make pricing and production decisions? Is your observation supported by the theoretical models? Refer to the financial reports for illustration. Describe any non-price competitive strategies that the company might be engaging in. Provide specific examples. Evaluate if the company made any mistakes in its decisions over time, and recommend any changes or improvements for future operations. Refer to the financial reports when making specific observations or recommendations.. Use economic language and demonstrate your understanding of the concepts and theories of this course. Writing the Final Paper The Final Paper: Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (excluding including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a title page with the following: Title of paper Student’s name Course name and number Instructor’s name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement which identifies the focus of the paper. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least three scholarly sources, in addition to the text. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style

Peter Rubin’s Future Presence

MLA format with MLA in text citations and a works cited page A comprehensive discussion some of Rubin’s ideas in Future Presence and your reflections on how well the author discusses his own thesis. You own thesis that clearly shows an interpretation of the book and its value as a text on Virtual Reality. (This involves some summary but more critique of the information, the speculations and concepts, the voice and writing style). Other sources other than yourself and Rubin’s book are not mandatory but encouraged as your paper need specific and concrete examples that move way beyond referring only to the Internet, smart phones and television. You must well explain and reflect on how VR –in your estimation–will influence our entire culture. An outline must accompany the final paper( The outline should be in the same MS Word attachment and presented at the start of your paper.) The essay without the works cited or the outline must still equal three to five pages in length. I would think this essay should lean closer to five pages to be thorough. Clear thesis and clear topic sentences for each body paragraph Body paragraphs that fully develop an interpretive stance toward the book and its information. Well integrated quotes from the primary source with full in text citations Assertive interpretations showing a collegiate level and scholarly approach to the idea of technology’s influence on society as presented by Rubbin. You are critiquing the book and the author as well as its predictions. No personal pronouns: you, I, we. If you use any other sources like a study guide, reviews or critical articles in your essay they must also be cited A creative and memorable conclusion that does more than parrot the introduction but leaves your reader with an understanding of what your comparison has brought forth in relation to the social and cultural trends. Accurate works cited page Sophisticated collegiate approach to writing using active verbs, present tense, and Standard English with proper punctuation and grammar. ( You may also use future tense).

Issues with the Elderly in prisons

The research paper MUST include an introduction/statement of the problem; literature review; analysis;discussion and policy implications; conclusion. Follow the standard research paper model:Introduction/statement of the problem; literature review; analysis; discussion and policy implications;conclusion with appropriate APA citations.Use scholarly articles and journals as well as credible news articles such as (The New York Times or Al Jazeera)

Communication systems and Internet Technology Threats to Privacy ITTP

Communication systems and Internet Technology Threats to Privacy (ITTP)

For this assignment, write a report on the topic of Communication systems and Internet Technology Threats to Privacy (ITTP). Please include the following information into your report: Discuss the legal issues related to computer and Internet technology networks Identify three of the social and ethical issues related to electronic technology systems. Describe the flowchart analysis of Internet threats to privacy. Your report should be 10 – 15 pages. Use Microsoft Word to write your paper. Cite your sources using the APA style guide. Discuss you analysis of your research and be sure to provide your conclusions. Your report should incorporate a minimum of two credible sources. Include a flowchart analysis of the system. It is expected that your writing will be clear and concise and free of spelling and grammar errors. Format Use the format below to write your report. Cover Page Abstract: A brief description of the topic. The abstract should not exceed four or five sentences. Introduction: In your own words, motivate the topic and give a concise summary of the theory involved, including any mathematical detail relevant to later discussion in the report. Body: Discuss the topic and points drawn from the articles read. Conclusion: This section should reflect your understanding of the topic. Important points to include are a brief discussion of all final conclusions reported by the author(s) on that topic. Future applications discussed by the author(s) or ones that you see feasible. References: Please cite any material used in the preparation of your report. Include the following information on your cover page:

Bubonic Plague

Capstone Essay Pretend you are planning a major trip with your family to visit one of the National Parks in the United States or one of its territories. Identify a rather esoteric public health disease that people may not be familiar with such as Bubonic Plague from prairie dogs, Hantavirus from a mouse in the Four Corners region, the bite of a Hobo spider at Yellowstone, water borne Shigellosis from beavers in the Pacific Northwest, a sting from “fire coral” while swimming off the island of Culebra (Puerto Rico) or a mosquito borne encephalitis such as Eastern Equine Encephalitis in New Jersey at Cattus Island Park in October. Research the available scientific literature and post or attach a paper of no less than 1200 words (6) pages including the natural history, epidemiology, treatment and public health considerations (i.e. prevention) of the disease. Alternatively, you may use a bioterrorism organism or chemical agent of terrorism as the subject of your report. The paper should be written in APA format and include at least six scholarly references. Here is a suggested list of diseases: ProMED Mail A great resource: To get the latest epidemiological news about the disease you are researching go to ProMED Mail. http://www.promedmail.org/

Facing Death

Please respond to the following discussion prompt. Your response should be at least 500 words long. *In order to receive full credit for your discussion forum postings and replies, be sure they are thorough and free of any spelling and/or grammatical errors and that you meet the deadlines.* Week #6 Prompt: Respond to the documentary, “Facing Death.” How was it for you, personally, to watch this video? What thoughts and feeling did you have in response to it? Which of the families did you especially relate to? What do you think can be done to help families in these situations? https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/facing-death/

Develop your theoretical framework for your proposed qualitative study

You will determine which theory from the scholarly literature most aligns with your own study. You will create a theoretical framework section of your proposal in which you state the theory, discuss the origins of the theory, who developed the theory, how the theory was developed, what the constructs of the theory are, how the theory has evolved through additional research since it was first developed, who contributed to its evolution, how it has been used in research up to this point, and why it is an appropriate framework for your own proposed study.

Your framework should be 1-2 pages in length (excluding cover page and references) and formatted according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA (Links to an external site.). Be sure to discuss and reference concepts taken from the assigned textbook reading and relevant research. You must include a minimum of three credible, academic or professional references beyond the text or other course materials. Review the grading rubric to see how you will be graded for this assignment.