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November 12, 2025

Online Physics Lab Report Guidelines

• Laboratory Preparation: Instructions to all lab experiments are posted on our Blackboard course website. Before performing each lab activity, students must read the instructions, prepare for the laboratory, and study the theory for the experiment. Online lab experiments will be performed by each student as specified in the lab instructions, and a single report will be submitted for each experiment activity. Students can work on the experiments individually or in small groups of 2 or 3 students, but each student must write and submit their own lab report and include a detailed list of contributions from all group members to the lab (see below).

• Laboratory Report Policy: Each lab experiment will span two weeks: The 1st week is devoted to reviewing the activity and collecting the data, while the 2nd week is devoted to completing the lab report. Each student will be responsible for producing a report pertaining to each experiment. Lab reports must be typed and submitted (uploaded as assignments) via Blackboard website using the corresponding link available in the Labs & Reports folder. Lab reports are due on Sunday by midnight (11:59 pm) before your next lab (see course schedule). Lab reports will be graded and returned to you via Blackboard website with feedback and comments. Reports will not be accepted via email. A student must pass the lab portion of the course in order to pass the entire course.

• Late Report Policy: Late laboratory reports will only be accepted in the case of extreme emergency or illness and prior arrangements have been made with the instructor. Students that do not participate in the lab activity or do not submit the required lab report, will not get credit for the lab and will receive a grade of zero (0%). Refer to the course syllabus for more details.

• Format of Laboratory Reports: Laboratory reports must be typed professionally using Microsoft Word (*.doc or *.docx) and in standard font. Plagiarism and copying from the lab instructions or from another student will not be tolerated. Each report must be a single document less than 1 MB in size, and the basic parts of all lab reports must be arranged in the following order:

1. A “Title page” containing your name followed by your partner’s names if any, the title of the report, the

course code, section number, and the date when the experiment was performed.

2. A section entitled “Objectives”, which contains the objective or objectives of the experiment.

3. A section entitled “Theory”, which contains all pertinent theoretical considerations and equations used during the lab or in the calculations. All equations must be explained and typed using Microsoft Word.

4. A section entitled “Equipment and Materials”, which contains a list of the equipment and materials used to carry out the experiment. Also, include a sketch of the lab set-up, equipment, or simulation.

5. A section entitled “Data”, which contains the collected data and results in tabular format. All data tables must be typed using Microsoft Word. Do not include any calculations in this section.

6. A section entitled “Graphs and Screenshots”, which contains any required graphs, diagrams, or screenshots. All graphs must have a title, a well-chosen scale, and properly labeled axes. Curves and straight lines should be drawn smoothly and as close to as many points as possible. Graphs must also display any required slopes or intercepts. Screenshots must be clear and properly labeled.

7. A section entitled “Calculations”, which contains detailed calculations for all trials showing the equations used, algebra, and results rounded to the correct number of significant figures. Include in this section comparisons with expected or standard values (percent error or percent difference). All calculations must be typed using Microsoft Word.

8. A section entitled “Conclusions”, which contains conclusions based on the data, calculations, physical theory, and lab analysis. The conclusions should include: ✓ Summary of final results (values). ✓ Comment on the agreement or disagreement of the results with the theory or expectations. ✓ Answers all analysis questions given in the lab instruction or by the lab instructor. ✓ Discuss what you personally learned from this experiment and your observations/comments. Online Physics Lab Report Guidelines

9. A section entitled “Sources of Error”, which contains a list of the possible sources of experimental errors. There are always errors in any measurement. Identify some of the significant sources.

10. A section entitled “References” that lists all references used. Textbook and lab manual/handouts should always be included.

11. If students worked on the lab as a group, include a section at the end of the report entitled “Contributions” that lists in detail the contributions of all group members to the lab. Remember that each student must write and submit their own lab report for each lab activity or experiment.

What are the preparation requirements for each online physics lab experiment?,
What is the policy for submitting and grading lab reports?,
What is the policy for late lab reports?,
What are the required sections and format for all laboratory reports?,
What must be included in the “Contributions” section for group labs?

November 12, 2025

Psychotherapy for Addictive Disorders

By Academic Wizard Blog

Psychotherapy for Addictive Disorders

Addictive disorders can be particularly challenging for clients. Not only do these disorders typically interfere with a client’s ability to function in daily life, but they also often manifest as negative and sometimes criminal behaviors. Sometime clients with addictive disorders also suffer from other mental health issues, creating even greater struggles for them to overcome. In your role, you have the opportunity to help clients address their addictions and improve outcomes for both the clients and their families.

Resources

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

WEEKLY RESOURCES

To prepare:

· Review this week’s Learning Resources and consider the insights they provide about diagnosing and treating addictive disorders. As you watch the 187 Models of Treatment for Addiction video, consider what treatment model you may use the most with clients presenting with addiction.

· Search the Walden Library databases and choose a research article that discusses a therapeutic approach for treating clients, families, or groups with addictive disorders.

In a 5- to 10-slide PowerPoint presentation, address the following. Your title and references slides do not count toward the 5- to 10-slide limit.

· Provide an overview of the article you selected.

· What population (individual, group, or family) is under consideration?

· What was the specific intervention that was used? Is this a new intervention or one that was already studied?

· What were the author’s claims?

· Explain the findings/outcomes of the study in the article. Include whether this will translate into practice with your own clients. If so, how? If not, why?

· Explain whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings/outcomes presented in the article.

· Use the Notes function of PowerPoint to craft presenter notes to expand upon the content of your slides.

· Support your response with at least three other peer-reviewed, evidence-based sources. Explain why each of your supporting sources is considered scholarly. Provide references to your sources on your last slide. Be sure to include the article you used as the basis for this Assignment.

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Rubric

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Criteria	Ratings	Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDevelop a 5- to 10-slide PowerPoint presentation on your selected research article discussing a therapeutic approach for treating clients, families, or groups with addictive disorders.•Provide an overview of the article you selected, including:What population (individual, group, or family) is under consideration?What was the specific intervention that was used? Is this a new intervention or one that was already used?What were the author’s claims?	20 to >17.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The presentation thoroughly and accurately defines the considered population…. The specific intervention used is fully and accurately described. The description clearly indicates whether the intervention is new or whether it was already studied…. The response includes a thorough and accurate description of the author’s claims. 17 to >15.0 ptsGood 80%–89%The presentation defines the considered population…. The specific intervention used is described. The description indicates whether the intervention is new or whether it was already studied…. The response includes a description of the author’s claims. 15 to >13.0 ptsFair 70%–79%There is an incomplete definition of the considered population…. The specific intervention used is partially or inaccurately described…. The response includes a partial or inaccurate description of the author’s claims. 13 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%There is an incomplete definition of the considered population, or it is missing…. The specific intervention used is partially or inaccurately described, or is missing…. The response includes a partial or inaccurate description of the author’s claims, or is missing.	20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomeo Explain the findings/outcomes of the study in the article. Include whether this will translate into practice with your clients. If so, how? If not, why?	25 to >22.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The presentation includes a thorough and accurate review of the findings of the selected article…. The response fully addresses whether or not the outcomes will translate into practice with clients. 22 to >19.0 ptsGood 80%–89%The presentation includes a review of the findings of the selected article…. The response addresses whether or not the outcomes will translate into practice with clients. 19 to >17.0 ptsFair 70%–79%The presentation includes a somewhat inaccurate or incomplete review of the findings of the selected article…. The response partially or inaccurately addresses whether or not the outcomes will translate into practice with clients. 17 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The presentation includes an inaccurate and incomplete review of the findings of the selected article, or is missing…. The response partially or inaccurately addresses whether or not the outcomes will translate into practice with clients, or is missing.	25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome• Explain whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings/outcomes presented in the article.	25 to >22.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The presentation includes a thorough and accurate explanation of the whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings presented in the article. 22 to >19.0 ptsGood 80%–89%The presentation includes an explanation of the whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings presented in the article. 19 to >17.0 ptsFair 70%–79%The presentation includes a somewhat inaccurate or incomplete explanation of the whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings presented in the article. 17 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The presentation includes an inaccurate or incomplete explanation of the whether the limitations of the study might impact your ability to use the findings presented in the article, or is missing.	25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome•Use the Notes function of PowerPoint to craft presenter notes to expand upon the content of your slides.	10 to >8.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The Notes function of the presentation is appropriately used to comprehensively expand upon the presentation slides. 8 to >7.0 ptsGood 80%–89%The Notes function of the presentation is adequately used to expand upon the presentation slides. 7 to >6.0 ptsFair 70%–79%The Notes function of the presentation is utilized but notes are vague or contain small inaccuracies. 6 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The Notes function of the presentation partially or inaccurately expands upon the presentation slides, or is not included.	10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome• Support your response with at least three peer-reviewed, evidence-based sources. Explain why each of your supporting sources is scholarly. References are included on your last slide.	10 to >8.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%The presentation is strongly supported with at least three peer-reviewed, evidence-based, scholarly sources. References are included on the last slide. 8 to >7.0 ptsGood 80%–89%The presentation is supported with at least three peer-reviewed, evidence-based, scholarly sources. References are included on the last slide. 7 to >6.0 ptsFair 70%–79%The presentation is supported with two or three peer-reviewed, evidence-based, scholarly sources. Accurate references may not be included on the last slide. 6 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%The presentation is not supported with resources peer-reviewed, evidence-based, scholarly sources, and/or the reference list is missing.	10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – Style and Organization: Slides are clear and not overly crowded. Sentences in presenter notes are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance.	5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%Slides are clear, concise, and visually appealing. Sentences in presenter notes follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. 4 to >3.5 ptsGood 80%–89%Slides are clear and concise. Sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. 3.5 to >3.0 ptsFair 70%–79%Slides may be somewhat unorganized or crowded. Sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. 3 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%Slides are unorganized and/or crowded. Sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time.	5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation	5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent 90%–100%Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors. 4 to >3.5 ptsGood 80%–89%Contains 1 or 2 grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 3.5 to >3.0 ptsFair 70%–79%Contains 3 or 4 grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors. 3 to >0 ptsPoor 0%–69%Contains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.	5 pts

What population (individual group or family) is under consideration?,
What was the specific intervention that was used? Is this a new intervention or one that was already studied?,
What were the author’s claims?,
What were the findings/outcomes of the study, and will they translate into practice with clients?,
Do the study’s limitations impact your ability to use its findings?

November 12, 2025

Physics and Justice Topics

By Academic Wizard Blog

Physics and Justice Topics

Power Point that explains the physics of a rainbow. What is a rainbow? What will affect if you see a rainbow or two? What do dispersion, refraction, and reflection have to do with rainbows?

Technical violations of parole, such as failing to inform a parole officer about a change in residence, contribute significantly to prison overcrowding. Evaluate the effectiveness of returning parolees to prison for technical violations. Should there be more leniency in handling these cases, or is strict enforcement necessary to maintain public safety and the integrity of the parole system? Discuss the benefits and problems associated with strict enforcement of technical violations, considering the potential impact on recidivism rates, prison overcrowding, and the successful reintegration of parolees into society. Be sure to include examples from the textbook in your answer.

Needs to be 3 paragraphs

Reference Siegel;, Larry.2018.Corrections Today.Boston, MA:Cengage

Victims of violence by intimate partners and family. In your opinion, what are the key issues with this topic?

(Rituals of Strain, IPV, and Familicide) Our argument is that structural factors are often overlooked. After addressing that question, watch the video below. What is your opinion of this “tool” some police departments started using over a decade ago to ID domestic violence victims at greatest risk? What seem to be the advantages? What about disadvantages?

Physics and Justice Topics

What is a rainbow?,
What will affect if you see a rainbow or two?,
What do dispersion refraction and reflection have to do with rainbows?,
Should there be more leniency in handling parole technical violations or is strict enforcement necessary?,
What are the key issues regarding victims of violence by intimate partners and family, and what are the advantages and disadvantages of the police “tool” used to identify high-risk victims?

Comprehensive General Answers

1️⃣ The Physics of a Rainbow
A rainbow is a meteorological and optical phenomenon caused by the interaction of sunlight with water droplets in the atmosphere. It occurs when sunlight enters a raindrop, slows down, bends (refracts), reflects off the inside surface of the droplet, and then exits, bending again as it leaves. This process separates white sunlight into its component colors — red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet — creating a circular arc of color in the sky. Whether one sees a single or double rainbow depends on how many internal reflections occur inside the water droplets. A primary rainbow results from one reflection, while a secondary rainbow, fainter and reversed in color order, forms from two reflections. The principles of dispersion (light splitting into colors), refraction (bending of light as it enters a new medium), and reflection (light bouncing inside the droplet) all combine to create the beautiful arcs we recognize as rainbows.

2️⃣ Technical Violations of Parole
Technical violations of parole, such as failing to report a change of address or missing a meeting with a parole officer, contribute heavily to prison overcrowding. Returning parolees to prison for these minor infractions is often ineffective, as it does little to rehabilitate individuals or reduce recidivism rates. According to Siegel (2018), strict enforcement may ensure accountability and protect public safety but can also lead to unnecessary incarceration of individuals who pose minimal risk. A more balanced approach would involve alternative sanctions, such as community service, counseling, or electronic monitoring. Leniency, when applied carefully, allows parolees to reintegrate successfully while conserving correctional resources. Strict enforcement may maintain the integrity of the parole system, but excessive punishment for minor violations undermines rehabilitation goals and strains the prison system.

Reference: Siegel, L. (2018). Corrections Today. Boston, MA: Cengage.

November 12, 2025

Experiment 2

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Experiment 2

Pre-lab section:

1) Introduction: Explain the theory behind this experiment in a paragraph between 150 and 250 words. (2 Points)

Suppose you are using external resources; include the reference. It would be best if you had any relevant formulas and explanations of each term. You may use the rich formula tools embedded here.

2) Hypothesis: In an If /Then statement, highlight the purpose of the experiment.

For instance: If two same shape objects with different masses are dropped from the same height, they will hit the ground simultaneously. (2 points)

Post-lab section:

3) Attach your analysis here, including any table, chart, or plot image. (3 Points)

4) Attach the image of any table, chart, or plot here. (4 points)

Each part is 2 points.

Table 1 and the calculation of the percent error. Experiment 2

Table 2 and the calculation of the percent error.

5) Attach the image of samples of your calculation here. (2 points)

6) In a paragraph between 100 and 150 words, explain what you Learn. What conclusion can you draw from the results of this lab assignment? (2 points)

7) In one sentence, compare the results of the experiment with your Hypothesis. Why? (1 point)

8) Attach your response to the questions in the lab manual here. (4 points)

1. Introduction: Explain the theory behind this experiment in a paragraph between 150 and 250 words. (2 Points),
1. Hypothesis: In an If /Then statement highlight the purpose of the experiment.,
1. Attach your analysis here including any table chart or plot image. (3 Points),
1. In a paragraph between 100 and 150 words explain what you Learn. ,What conclusion can you draw from the results of this lab assignment? (2 points),
1. In one sentence compare the results of the experiment with your Hypothesis. Why? (1 point)

Comprehensive General Answers (use/modify for your submission)

1) Introduction (≈180 words)

This experiment investigates the relationship between [identify independent variable] and [identify dependent variable] to test how changes in one affect the other under controlled conditions. The theoretical basis is that [state the relevant law or principle — e.g., Newton’s second law, Hooke’s law, conservation of energy, Ohm’s law, diffusion kinetics, etc.], which predicts that when [independent variable] changes, [dependent variable] will [increase/decrease/behave in X way] according to a mathematical relationship. For example, if studying a spring-mass system, Hooke’s law (F = −k x) and the equation for simple harmonic motion (T = 2π√(m/k)) relate force, displacement, mass, spring constant, and period. In the procedure we measure [dependent variable] at several controlled levels of [independent variable], keeping other factors constant (temperature, friction, initial conditions) to isolate the effect. Data will be analyzed using graphical methods (best-fit line or curve), calculation of percent error versus theoretical predictions, and discussion of sources of experimental uncertainty. The experiment tests whether observed behavior matches theoretical expectation and provides practice in measurement, data analysis, and error estimation. (If you used outside sources for theory, cite them in your lab report references.)

November 11, 2025

Salary Negotiation & Ethics

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Salary Negotiation & Ethics

Jake is interviewing for a marketing coordinator position at TechCorp, a growing software company. He is currently earning $38,000 at his small nonprofit job but knows that similar positions at tech companies typically pay between $55,000 and $65,000. During the interview, everything is going well until the hiring manager, Ms. Chen, asks:

“So, Jake, what’s your current salary?”

Jake hesitates, realizing he’s in a tough spot. He knows that if he tells the truth about his current $38,000 salary, TechCorp might offer him something like $42,000-$45,000, thinking that he will be happy with an offer of a higher wage than he currently makes. The position should pay closer to $60,000, based on market rates and the actual earnings of other marketing coordinators at TechCorp. However, he does not want to lie during the interview process.

Jake knows that his nonprofit salary does not match his skills or market value, and he is concerned that revealing it could lead to a lowball offer and hurt his long-term earning potential.

Two bills were submitted to Congress in March 2025 that would amend the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938. H.R. 2007 would require employers to disclose the pay range of a position to applicants. H.R. 2219 would prohibit hiring companies to ask an applicant what their current salary and benefits are.

Please discuss the following with your peers:

In your opinion, what should Jake do in this situation?
Is it fair and ethical for employers to base new salary offers on previous wages? Why or why not?
How might this practice perpetuate pay inequalities across different industries or demographics?
In your opinion, what should Jake do in this situation?,
Is it fair and ethical for employers to base new salary offers on previous wages?, Why or why not?,
How might this practice perpetuate pay inequalities across different industries or demographics?

November 11, 2025

HRM Plan: Small Business

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HRM Plan: Small Business

Prior to beginning work on this assignment, review 5 Keys to Success as an HR Department of One Links to an external site. and refer to the HR Department of One: How to Succeed

Links to an external site. webpage for additional information. In addition, review the chapters of the course text that will help you develop the contents of a workable HRM plan.

In small businesses, HRM responsibilities are often integrated into various organizational roles. Gray Plumbing, Heating, and Air (a fictitious company) is in a growth cycle. They recognize one person should manage all HRM functions within the organization. You are now the newly hired HR manager and an office of one.

Based on information learned in this course, create an HR plan for Gray Plumbing, Heating, and Air. Your HR plan design must correspond to the various dimensions of the organization. For example, if there are multiple customers, products, or locations, the HR plan must support them all.

In your paper,

· Summarize the business clearly and concisely.

· Include the name, industry, number of people and their various roles, number of locations, and other information pertinent to developing a proper HRM plan.

· Construct a plan that includes the following components and processes:

· Job descriptions and job analysis

· Recruitment and selection

· Labor laws and the legal environment impacting the organization

· Training and development

· Compensation and benefits

· Performance appraisals

· Explain the importance of each component as related to the success of the overall implementation of the plan.

Organize the sections of your paper using APA level headings. Refer to the Writing Center’s APA Style Elements

Links to an external site. resource for assistance.

The Creating the HRM Plan final paper

· must be at least 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages and formatted according to APA Style

Links to an external site. as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA Formatting for Microsoft Word

 Links to an external site. resource.

 must include a separate title page with the following in title case:

· title of paper in bold font

· Space should appear between the title and the rest of the information on the title page.

· student’s name

· name of institution

· course name and number

· instructor’s name

· due date

 must utilize academic voice. Review the Academic Voice

 Links to an external site. resource for additional guidance.

 must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph. Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper.

Summarize the business clearly and concisely.,
Include the name industry number of people and their various roles number of locations and other information pertinent to developing a proper HRM plan.,
Construct a plan that includes job descriptions and job analysis recruitment and selection labor laws and the legal environment impacting the organization training and development compensation and benefits performance appraisals and explain the importance of each component as related to the success of the overall implementation of the plan.,
Organize the sections of your paper using APA level headings.,
Include an introduction and conclusion paragraph with a thesis statement indicating the purpose of your paper.

November 11, 2025

Business Coaching Industry

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Business Coaching Industry

On your TLC Home page, click on “Additional Library Resources” to access the IBISWorld Industry Research tool.

· Click on “IBISWorld.”

· Search “Business Coaching in the U.S.”

· Click individually on the topics across the tan-colored ribbon above the “IBISWORLD Industry Report 61143” headline

· Respond to the following:

1. What does this industry offer to private-sector employers who want to develop the talents of their employees?

2. Discuss the future of the industry and its major strengths, challenges, and competitors.

3. As an HR Manager in _______________(please select a type of business), what might the business coaching industry provide for your business? Select two services you think are best to utilize for the organization and explain why they were chosen.

The Discussion Forum is a graded activity. Your entries will be reviewed for their relevance and insight into the issue(s). At a minimum, you should respond at least three times in each module—addressing the questions, and then responding to at least two of your classmates’ posts. Bring in information from IBISWorld to strengthen your responses. Respond in a timely manner. (Posts that are entered after the module’s due date are not timely, and the opportunity for timeliness points might be lost.)

Reminder: In the Module 4 discussion forum there is another graded activity—the Summary and Reflection, that is worth an additional 20 points. For that last assignment you need to answer the reflective questions. (No responses to your classmates’ posts are needed in the Summary and Reflection section.) Business Coaching Industry

What does this industry offer to private-sector employers who want to develop the talents of their employees?,
Discuss the future of the industry and its major strengths challenges and competitors.,
As an HR Manager in (please select a type of business), what might the business coaching industry provide for your business? ,Select two services you think are best to utilize for the organization and explain why they were chosen.

✅ Comprehensive General Answers

1️⃣ Industry Offerings to Employers
The business coaching industry provides a range of services aimed at developing employee skills, improving leadership effectiveness, and enhancing overall organizational performance. For private-sector employers, this includes executive coaching for senior leaders, skills training for middle management, and individualized development plans for high-potential employees. Coaching helps align employees’ strengths with organizational goals, improves communication and collaboration, and fosters talent retention by increasing engagement and job satisfaction. Many companies use business coaching to accelerate leadership

November 11, 2025

Compensation & Performance Management

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Compensation & Performance Management

The purpose of this chapter is to cover the basic concepts of compensation and benefits. The chapter starts by examining how compensation strategies are developed and then turns to the administration of compensation programs and how organizations evaluate their compensation programs. The reasons for benefit plans are discussed along with the different types of benefit plans typically found in organizations. Executive compensation is also discussed, and the chapter concludes with a discussion of legal issues associated with compensation and benefit programs.

Deliverable: Write responses to questions in a single paragraph format and include references for each answer.

Several questions for students to consider regarding the information in the Unique Compensation at Wegmans case.

Why does Wegmans’ approach to compensation seem to work so well?

In your opinion, why don’t other grocery chains use the same compensation model as Wegmans?

Nucor is a steel company that has not laid off employees. Policies were established in the 1960s under the theory that workers would be more productive if an employer went out of its way to share authority with them, respect what they accomplished, and compensate them as handsomely as possible. If a shirt can turn out a defect-free batch of steel, every worker is entitled to a bonus, and can potentially triple their take-home pay. If a batch has defects and it reaches the customer, workers may lose up to three times what they would have received as a bonus. Everyone has incentive pay. This system works because employees share financial risks and benefits and are therefore a lot like owners.

Would you want to work under a compensation system like Nucor’s? Why or why not?

Why don’t more firms use approaches to compensation along the lines of Nucor’s model?

Chapter 10: Performance Appraisal and Career Management

The purpose of this chapter is to describe performance appraisal systems and their implications for how individuals manage their careers. The chapter also covers careers from other perspectives. The focus of this chapter is on performance appraisal, while performance management is considered in much more detail in a later chapter. Finally, the chapter will also look to summarize research that has been completed in this area.

Meijer is a family-owned discounting chain in the Midwest. Meijer instituted a system to track the time that checkout operations take with each customer and creates a baseline based on the number and type of items being purchased; the operator is scored for each transaction and needs to maintain performance of at least 95 percent of the baseline. Operators agree that they work faster with this system, but feel stressed; customers have mixed reactions as well

Deliverable: Write responses to questions in a single paragraph format and include references for each answer.

How would you feel about working under the Meijer system?

What other kinds of jobs might be amendable to this sort of performance measurement technology?

Darden Restaurants see employees as vital resources that give them a real competitive advantage. Darden has been named one of the best companies to work for in America by Fortune magazine. Employee turnover is about 20 percent lower than the industry average. The company offers extensive career planning to all employees

What factors have led Darden to take its current approach to employee development and advancement?

Darden owns both family-oriented casual restaurants such as Olive Garden and more sophisticated upscale places such as Capital Grill. What effects might this structure have on employee development?

Why does Wegmans’ approach to compensation seem to work so well?,
In your opinion, why don’t other grocery chains use the same compensation model as Wegmans?,
Would you want to work under a compensation system like Nucor’s? Why or why not?,
Why don’t more firms use approaches to compensation along the lines of Nucor’s model?,
How would you feel about working under the Meijer system?,
What other kinds of jobs might be amendable to this sort of performance measurement technology?,
What factors have led Darden to take its current approach to employee development and advancement?,
Darden owns both family-oriented casual restaurants such as Olive Garden and more sophisticated upscale places such as Capital Grill. What effects might this structure have on employee development?

November 11, 2025

Artificial Intelligence in HR

By Academic Wizard Blog

Artificial Intelligence in HR

The increasing incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into human resources (HR) processes highlights the need for an understanding of current regulations, as well as future trends in the AI environment to ensure ethical use by organizations.

The European Union Artificial Intelligence (EU AI) Act has laid a solid framework for organizations to begin defining the proper use of AI in their operations. The AI Act categorizes AI systems based on their level of risk and establishes compliance obligations for entities utilizing them in HR functions. It specifies requirements for high-risk applications, such as recruitment algorithms, with the objective of mitigating biases and upholding employee rights. For organizations with international operations, a thorough understanding of these regulations is crucial to maintaining legal compliance.

Regulations such as the EU AI Act do not just impact companies engaged in hiring activities within the European Union. Organizations will begin to find that other countries are scrutinizing how AI will be utilized and regulated within their borders.

Please read this article: EU AI Act: First Regulation on Artificial Intelligence.

The Additional Resources section also contains helpful information about AI.

What are some of the most promising benefits of using AI in different HR functions, such as recruitment, performance management, or employee training and development?
What are the key ethical concerns surrounding the implementation of AI in HR, particularly regarding bias, fairness, and privacy?
What should HR departments do to support the ethical use of AI in an organization?
How do you envision the future of work in relation to the integration of AI in HR, will AI replace HR jobs, or will it primarily augment them?
What skills will be most critical for both HR professionals and employees in this evolving landscape?

Use this template to help you complete this assignment: U5 IP Template.

What are some of the most promising benefits of using AI in different HR functions, such as recruitment performance management or employee training and development?,
What are the key ethical concerns surrounding the implementation of AI in HR particularly regarding bias fairness and privacy?,
What should HR departments do to support the ethical use of AI in an organization?,
How do you envision the future of work in relation to the integration of AI in HR will AI replace HR jobs or will it primarily augment them?,
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November 11, 2025

Course Reflection

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Course Reflection

Given the readings and assignments in the course, identify and discuss three important concepts applicable to your work experience, profession, and/or career plans for the future. Describe how each applies.

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What part of the course (background materials, assignments, and so forth) helped to shape or reshape your perceptions of the role of HRM in the private sector?

Note: No outside research or citations are needed with your four paragraphs to the Reflective Discussion. Also, no responses to your peers’ posts are needed.

Given the readings and assignments in the course identify and discuss three important concepts applicable to your work experience profession, and/or career plans for the future. ,Describe how each applies.,
What part of the course (background materials assignments and so forth) helped to shape or reshape your perceptions of the role of HRM in the private sector?

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1️⃣–3️⃣ Three important concepts and their application
One major concept that stands out from the course is the strategic role of HR in supporting organizational goals. Rather than operating as an administrative function, HR plays a critical part in workforce planning, talent acquisition, and performance management. In any future career role, understanding how HR aligns staffing and skill development with long-term business strategy will help me contribute more meaningfully to organizational success.

A second valuable takeaway is the importance of employee engagement and retention. Throughout the course, the emphasis on creating positive work environments, fair compensation, and growth opportunities showed how organizations benefit when employees feel empowered and respected. In my professional path, focusing on these aspects will help improve morale, reduce turnover, and strengthen team productivity.

The third concept that will influence my career is change management and the human side of organizational transformation. The course demonstrated that even well-designed change initiatives can fail if communication, training, and emotional impact are neglected. Applying this, I will make sure to consider how workplace changes affect people and how support systems—such as learning opportunities and feedback channels—can increase acceptance and success.

4️⃣ How course materials reshaped my view of HRM
This course helped reshape my understanding of HRM from a strictly compliance-driven function to a dynamic and influential part of private-sector organizations. The background readings and applied assignments showed how HR decisions impact culture, performance, innovation, and long-term sustainability. By exploring real-world examples and best practices, I now see HR as a proactive partner in problem-solving, leadership development, and organizational growth. Overall, the course reinforced that HR is not just about managing people—it is about maximizing human potential to drive business results.

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