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February 13, 2025

Chief Complaint & Prenatal Visit

Chief Complaint & Prenatal Visit

This is a 30-year-old Caucasian female G6T2P1A2L2, LMP 08/19/2024, EDD: 05/26/2025, who presents today, 1/27/25, for a prenatal visit, She reports having one complication during previous pregnancies, which resulted in preterm labor; she had regular vaginal deliveries 2 and 4 years ago, resulting in healthy female and male infants weighing 3.3 kg and 3.2 kg, respectively. She experienced two miscarriages in the past two years, one preterm labor, and her current pregnancy is planned. No genetic testing was conducted.

O: + VSS: No fever + Skin: No unusual lesions or nevi; warm and dry. + External genitalia: Normal female-pattern hair distribution; no lesions or erythema on labia minora, Majora, or introitus. + Vagina: Pink walls with present rugae; no lesions or tears; well estrogenized; serosanguinous discharge noted. + Cervix: Pink and smooth; no lesions, discharge, or bleeding; no polyps or pain. + Fundal height measures 24 cm; FHR 134/min. +FM is regular. Bedside ultrasound shows a single viable fetus in the transverse position with a posterior placenta. Low heartbeat at 89. Breast exam: Right breast inspection shows no nipple discharge, skin discoloration, rashes, dimpling, retraction, tenderness, or masses; no lymphadenopathy. Left breast inspection reveals no nipple discharge, skin discoloration, rashes, dimpling, retraction, tenderness, or masses; no lymphadenopathy. Palpation: Right breast non-tender; axillae free of lymphadenopathy or palpable masses. Left breast non-tender; axillae free of lymphadenopathy or palpable masses.

Chief Complaint & Prenatal Visit

A: 23 weeks pregnant diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. Diagnostic: bedside ultrasound.,

P: Scheduled for a hematology appointment next week to address anemia. ,Discuss topics including nutrition weight gain exercise smoking cessation alcohol use domestic violence and immunizations.,

Pharmacologic: Polydextrose-iron complex (Feramax 150 mg PO OD). Prenatal vitamin,

Non-pharmacologic: Provided education on exercise fluid intake prenatal vitamins and nutrition management. RTC in 4 weeks.

Chief Complaint & Prenatal Visit

This is just a sample; don’t use these medications. NOTE: Pharmacology interventions MUST BE IN THIS FORMAT

Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) 500 mg tablet orally every 12hrs for seven days

Acetaminophen 650 mg tablet orally every 4-6 hours as needed.

Ondansetron (Zofran) 8 mg tablet orally every 12 hours as needed for seven days.

APA FORMAT, AND REFERENCES, peer review scholarly resource cited in APA format from 2020-2025 only. (Within the last five years)

Please do not solely use a website as your scholarly reference. It is fine to use it as a supplement, but a journal article or text should be referenced.

Chief Complaint & Prenatal Visit

Please use North American peer-reviewed journals ONLY.

DO NOT use any European Journal

Please use reliable medical references such as the Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment book or UpToDate. Do not use WebMD, Wikipedia, etc., as these are not advanced practice references.

APA format (if using outside sources).

February 13, 2025

Project Plan Guide

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Consult the Virtual ResidencyLinks to an external site. on Campus for your program Project Plan Guide to find specific expectations for the following sections. Be sure to update the reference list as you add resources to support your project development. As you integrate feedback from your instructor, refine your topic and problem statement, using a compelling argument for the proposed study. Develop questions that align with the identified topic and problem by completing the following in your Project Plan Template:

Describe the significance of the topic to a program or field and program specialization.
Explain the proposed gap or problem supported by existing literature.
Describe the specific topic, including the target population name and phenomena.
Identify the theoretical foundation or practice orientation for the proposed study supported by literature.
Articulate the problem to be addressed and the questions aligned with the identified problem.

Project Plan Guide

Additional Requirements

Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- Continue to use your Project Plan Template to structure your paper. Refer to the Virtual ResidencyLinks to an external site. Campus page for your PhD or Professional Doctorate program’s Project Plan Guide.
Resources: Cite scholarly references, including seminal works, and add them to Reference section at the end of your assignment.
APA guidelines: Double-spaced paragraph formatting in the body of the paper. When appropriate, use APA-formatted headings. Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and format. Refer to Evidence and APALinks to an external site. as needed.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 points.
Microsoft Editor: Use Microsoft EditorLinks to an external site. to help correct errors with grammar, usage, and writing mechanics.

Project Plan Guide

Consult the Virtual ResidencyLinks to an external site. on Campus for your program’s Project Plan Guide to find specific expectations for the following sections. Be sure to update the reference list as you add resources to support your project development. As you integrate feedback from your instructor, refine your topic and problem statement, using a compelling argument for the proposed study. Develop questions that align with the identified topic and problem by completing the following in your Project Plan Template:

Describe the significance of the topic to a program or field and program specialization.,
Explain the proposed gap or problem supported by existing literature.,
Describe the specific topic including the target population name and phenomena.,
Identify the theoretical foundation or practice orientation for the proposed study supported by literature.,
Articulate the problem to be addressed and the questions aligned with the identified problem.

Project Plan Guide

Additional Requirements

Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- Continue to use your Project Plan Template to structure your paper. Refer to the Virtual ResidencyLinks to an external site. Campus page for your PhD or Professional Doctorate program’s Project Plan Guide.
Resources: Cite scholarly references, including seminal works, and add them to Reference section at the end of your assignment.
APA guidelines: Double-spaced paragraph formatting in the body of the paper. When appropriate, use APA-formatted headings. Resources and citations are formatted according to current APA style and format. Refer to Evidence and APALinks to an external site. as needed.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 points.
Microsoft Editor: Use Microsoft EditorLinks to an external site. to help correct errors with grammar, usage, and writing mechanics.

February 13, 2025

Engineering Incentive Plan

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Grow Co Engineering Incentive Plan – C

Performance in the design engineering department of a major manufacturer had been less than satisfactory in terms of adherence to schedule, drawing quality, and the number of “mission-critical” complaints received from operations personnel. In an attempt to address these problems, on December 1, 2022, GrowCo approved a 2023 short-term incentive compensation plan for its engineers. The plan provides the potential for an annual bonus based on individual performance. Engineers are to be evaluated annually on three major factors. Individual factors include (1) adherence to schedule deadlines and (2) drawing quality (opposite of error rate). They will also receive a “group rating” based on the number of major complaints received by the department from operations personnel. 30% of the bonus will be determined by performance to schedule; 50% will be determined by drawing quality; and the remaining 20% will be determined by the number of mission-critical complaints received by the department. The following table summarizes the criteria to be used in determining the bonus amounts:

Performance Criteria	Criterion Weight	Threshold Performance Rating	Target Performance Rating	Maximum Performance Rating
Adherence to Schedule	30%	70%	80%	100%
Drawing Quality	50%	90%	95%	100%
Number of Mission Critical Complaints Received by Dept.	20%	5	2	0

Note: Threshold performance is the minimum level of performance qualifying for an incentive award; target performance is the level of performance qualifying for the full incentive award; maximum performance rewards performance above target with an additional incremental incentive payout.

Engineering Incentive Plan

For each criterion, at threshold performance, the individual payout is 50% of target bonus; there is no payout for performance below threshold. At target performance, the individual payout is 100% of target bonus. At maximum performance, the individual payout is 150% of target bonus. Individual payout is adjusted proportionately for performance between these values; that is, payout values are interpolated when they fall between set values. For 2023, the individual bonus target was set at 20% of salary.

What would an engineer’s incentive payout be for 2023 if the engineer’s salary is $100000 and he/she attains target performance for adherence to schedule a drawing quality rating of 97.5%, and the department receives a total of 3 mission-critical complaints during 2023?, Interpolate as necessary. Show all work!,
What is your evaluation of GrowCo’s incentive plan?, That is what do you like about its design?, What do you not like?, What would you change if you could?, Is it consistent with the principles of individual incentive plans?, Explain the reasoning involved in your evaluation.

Engineering Incentive Plan

NOTE: Interpolation is the computation of points or values between points that are known based on their relationship to other known points. For example, if performance is ¼ of the distance between the performance threshold and the performance target, then one might estimate that an incentive payout would be ¼ of the distance between the threshold payout value and the target payout value. See PPT included in this week’s module for additional explanation.

February 13, 2025

Rhetorical Analysis Paper

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guidelines for the Rhetorical Analysis Paper

Rhetorical analysis is the practice of investigating the various parts that make up a whole. We’ve already discussed how this happens in the messages (ads and commercials, FB status updates, tweets, Instagram pictures, media in general) we consume daily, but now, let’s turn our attention to the essays we’ve read and videos we’ve watched.

Several themes come up when discussing the theme of Love. I’d like you to identify one for your essay to develop into a rhetorical analysis. Here are some examples that you are free to use.

What role does the media including social media play in defining and redefining love? Must use the literature and video to make your arguments.,
What role does setting language culture religion and/or upbringing play in love?,

Examples of thesis statements:

By carefully incorporating ethos pathos and logos into his argument the author defines love as a tale of two stories.,
The goal of your rhetorical analysis is to form an opinion or value statement about the question/theme you’ve selected. I am not interested in a summary of the work but an analysis of certain elements of the literature you choose about the prompt you are pursuing. To do this you need to read the text closely.

Rhetorical Analysis Paper

I will also be looking for:

Specific details from the text.
A literature and video source to make your argument (provided at the end)
Thoughtful rhetorical analysis.
Interesting conclusions that grow naturally from your observations.
ethos, pathos, and logos into the argument.
Wonderful opening & closing paragraph.
Tightly focused body paragraphs.
Careful proofreading.
Creative organization pattern that works with thesis.
Coherence between sentences & paragraphs.
A variety of sentences.
A format that follows MLA guidelines.

Instructions, examples, and steps that are required for Writing a Rhetorical Analysis Essay

Your task in this assignment is to Analyze the strategies the writer uses.
The essay should be a maximum of 4 pages, in MLA with a separate works cited page.
Two sources are mandatory. (the literature and video that was used to make your argument)
Have one direct quote in each body paragraph.
Follow the steps that I have included (coming up).

Rhetorical Analysis

Identify the rhetorical situation (author, audience, purpose, context).
Analyze rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos).
Examine tone, style, and structure (diction, syntax, figurative language).
Consider the historical and cultural context (why the text was written and its impact).
Blend textual and contextual analysis to show a complete understanding of the text.

Steps to Writing a Rhetorical Analysis/Organize your paper in the following order:

INTRODUCTION

Begin with a hook/attention grabber
introduce your text and author, describe briefly the argument you are analyzing, and supply the necessary background
State your thesis as the last sentences (sentences) of the introduction paragraph

Rhetorical Analysis Paper

Rhetorical Analysis

Your task in this assignment is to analyze the writer’s strategies and content. Choose two bodies of work. An article and a video. The theme must be about love. You may also include your own argument based on the analysis.

BODY PARAGRAPHS FOR ANALYZING THE CONTEXT

Who is the author? Through research in the library or on the Web, learn all you can about the author of the argument.

Discuss the following ideas in this paragraph(s):

–How does the argument you are analyzing repeat arguments previously made by the author?

–What motivated the author to write? What is the author’s purpose for writing this argument?

ANALYZING THE CONTEXT

Through research, learn all you can about the place where the argument appeared and the audience.

Discuss the following ideas in this paragraph *This paragraph can be combined with the previous paragraph about the author, or it can be separate:

–Who is the anticipated audience?

–How do the occasion and forum for writing affect the argument?

–How would the argument have been written differently if it had appeared elsewhere?

–What motivated the newspaper or magazine (or other venue) to publish it?

What is the larger conversation?
Discuss the following ideas in this paragraph *This paragraph can be combined with the previous paragraph about the author and/or audience, or it can be separate:

–When did the argument appear?

–Why did it get published at that particular moment?

–What other concurrent pieces of “cultural conversation” (The article given and the video given) does the item you are analyzing respond to or “answer”?

BODY PARAGRAPHS FOR ANALYZING THE TEXT

Summarizing the argument

Discuss the following ideas in this paragraph(s):

Rhetorical Analysis Paper

–What is the main claim?,

–What reasons are given to support this claim?,

–How is the argument organized? What are the components and why they are presented in that order?’,

ANALYZING THE TEXT CONTD.

What rhetorical appeals are used?

In separate paragraphs, analyze the author’s use of ethos, pathos, and logos.

–Analyze the ethos: how does the writer represent himself of herself? Does the writer have any credentials as an authority on the topic? Do you trust the author? Why or why not? How does the author’s use of ethos support his or her central claim?

ETHOS, PATHOS, LOGOS, CONTD.

–Analyze the logos. What finds of facts and evidence in the argument? Direct observation? statistics/? Interviews? Surveys? Quotations from authorities? How does the author’s use of logos support his or her central claim?

–Analyze the pathos. Does the writer attempt to invoke an emotional response? Where do you find appeals to shared values? How does the author’s use of pathos support his or her central claim?

ANALYZING THE TEXT

How would you characterize the style?

Discuss the following ideas in this paragraph:

–Is the style formal, informal, satirical, or something else?

–Are any metaphors used?

–How does the author’s style and/or figures of speech support his or her claims

Rhetorical Analysis Paper

CONCLUSION

Summarize your main points
End with an example that typifies the argument
Remind readers what your thesis is

Literature articles sources that must be used are:

https://www.sapiens.org/culture/love-and-marriage/

Video sources that may be used are:

https://www.ted.com/talks/helen_fisher_why_we_love_why_we_cheat

(these are the two sources that MUST and ONLY be used to write the rhetorical analysis paper)

February 13, 2025

Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

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Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

Discussion Board Question:

Using the case below, respond to these questions:

What conditions of worth are being placed on Heidi?
Where are they coming from?
What cultural, developmental, and societal factors do you see impacting Heidi’s issues?
As a mental health/school counselor, how would you use person centered therapy to support Heidi?

Heidi arrived in my office after gymnastics practice. Blond and pretty, she was dressed in a shiny red-and-white warm-up suit. We talked about gymnastics, which Heidi had been involved in since she was six. At that time, she was selected to train with the university coaches. Now she trained four hours a day, six days a week. She didn’t expect to make an Olympic team, but she anticipated a scholarship to a Big-8 school.

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Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

Heidi glowed when she talked about gymnastics, but I noticed her eyes were read and she had a small scar on the index finger of her right hand. I wasn’t surprised when she said she was coming in for help with bulimia.

Heidi said, “I’ve had this problem for two years, but lately it’s affecting my gymnastics. I am too weak, particularly on the vault, which requires strength. It’s hard to concentrate.

“I blame my training for my eating disorder,” Heidi continued. “Our coach has weekly weigh-ins where we count each others’ ribs. If they are hard to count we’re in trouble.”

Heidi explained that since puberty she had had trouble keeping her weight down. After meals, she was nervous that she’d eaten too much. She counted calories; she was hungry but afraid to eat. In class she pinched the fat on her side and freaked out. The first time she vomited was after a gymnastics meet. Coach took her and the other gymnasts to a steak house. Heidi ordered a double cheeseburger and onion rings. After she ate, she obsessed about the weigh-in the next day, so she decided, just this once, to get rid of her meal. She slipped into the restaurant bathroom and threw up.

Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

It was so gross that I thought, ‘I’ll never do that again,’ but a week later I did. At first it was weekly, then twice a week. Now it’s almost every day. My dentist said that acid is eating away the enamel of my teeth.”

Heidi began to cry. “I feel like such a hypocrite. People look at me and see a small, healthy person. I see a person who gorges on food and is totally out of control. You wouldn’t believe how much I eat. I shove food into my mouth so fast that I choke. Afterwards, my stomach feels like it will burst.”

Heidi’s father was a local pediatrician and her mother a homemaker who worked with the Junior League. She was the oldest of three children. Heidi said that she had a wonderful childhood. Her family took trips every summer–one year to the coast of Maine, another to Sanibel Island in Florida and another to Alaska.

She loved elementary school. She’d been busy with her family, church and gymnastics. She was the kind of girl other kids like–easy-going and energetic. Heidi paused. “I had the perfect life–great parents, good friends and my own bedroom with a canopy bed and a balcony. I had walls full of ribbons and trophies.”

I asked, “When did it stop being perfect?”

Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

“After my thirteenth birthday things got tough. I graduated from my neighborhood school and moved into a consolidated school. I made friends there, but I felt under more pressure. School was harder; gymnastics was harder. I gained weight when I started my periods. Coach put me on a diet.”

Heidi sighed. “Social life got harder. The girls were competitive. I hated the gossiping. With boys, everything got sexual. I was friends with some of the guys in the neighborhood, but we stopped hanging out together. We didn’t know how to handle stuff.”

I asked how Heidi felt about her appearance and wasn’t surprised to hear that she had felt ugly in junior high. “Appearance was all we talked about. I tried not to get caught up in it, but I couldn’t help it. I wanted to be pretty like everyone else.”

We ended our first session with a talk about expectations. Heidi felt pressured to be attractive, athletic and popular. She was amazingly successful at meeting these expectations, but she was paying a big price. Her perfectionism was taking its toll on her physical and emotional health.

Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

Next session Heidi came with careful notes on her bulimia. She had binges at home, in the kitchen late at night after all her work was done. Usually she went to bed and tried to sleep, but almost always she was too anxious to settle down until she had binged and purged. Then she slept, only to wake the next morning hung over and ashamed.

Heidi wrote that before bingeing she felt tired, she worried about her tests or was upset about practice or her boyfriend. We discussed ways she could deal with those feelings besides bingeing: She could talk to someone, write in a journal, listen to music or learn relaxation techniques. Heidi agreed to write in her journal before she binged. She didn’t think it would stop her, but it might slow her down and maybe she would learn something about herself.

We talked about how bulimia had changed her life. She no longer liked family dinners or social occasions where food was served. It made her nervous to be around normal eaters. She could either pick at her food or binge, but she’s lost the ability to have an ordinary meal. She was afraid that Sunday dinners and her grandparents would cause her to lose control, so she avoided them. She missed her grandparents and she knew they missed her. They felt hurt by her lack of attention.

Heidi was exhausted from the time and planning that bingeing required. Sometimes she stayed up past midnight to have the kitchen to herself. Sometimes she missed outings because she knew the house would be empty and she could binge in private. She said, “My parents don’t try to stop me, but I hate to do it when they are around. I don’t want my little bothers to find out.”

Person Centered & Experiential Theories Case

She continued, “My boyfriend knows and is real supportive, but it hurts our relationship. I won’t eat out with him. Sometimes I want him to take me home so I can binge. I’ll make up an excuse to end our date.”

She looked at me. “I hate to say this, but I’d rather binge than make out. I get real moody if anything interferes with my bingeing,” she continued. “I’m irritable before and depressed afterwards. It seems like I’m never happy.”

Instructions:

Your Original Post is due by Sunday. There is no prescribed length for your posts, but they should reflect your own work, exhibit a high level of synthesis of course materials, and reflect a high caliber of scholarly writing. Citations and references are to be included in your responses. Your post should reflect APA 7 requirements.

By Wednesday please respond to 2 peers by:

Asking a probing question.

Share an insight from having read your colleagues’ postings.

Offer and support an opinion.

Validate an idea with your own experience.

Make a suggestion.

Expand on your colleagues’ postings.

February 13, 2025

Professional Identity Development Plan

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Professional Identity Development Plan

(Note: A pdf of this assignment description is attached for your convenience)

According to Brady (2020), “Professional identity development spans the career of an individual and involves the integration of the personal and professional selves, in alignment with the mission, values, and philosophy set forth by the profession”. This process guides the counselor’s work and help ensure the provision of competent and ethical care to clients.

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The purpose of this assignment is to allow you an initial opportunity to consider to what degree your personal perspective aligns with your long-term professional objectives as well as to develop a plan to become a professional counselor. To meet this objective, you will write a 6-10 page paper comprised of three discrete sections.

Section I: Personal Perspective

In 1-2 double-spaced pages, please summarize your personal perspective of human nature and the potential impact of counseling. Within your statement, please describe:

Your beliefs regarding human nature (in general)
Your beliefs about the process of change
Your beliefs pertaining to personality development and expression
Your beliefs pertaining to the origins and expression of behavior
How you would operationalize optimal psychological well-being and/or functioning
Identifying factors you believe contribute to and/or prohibit optimal functioning
Identifying factors you believe contribute to and/or prohibit meaningful change
The role of the professional counselor in affecting a person’s change process
Your beliefs regarding individual, systemic, and/or cultural influences on well-being and the change process

Professional Identity Development Plan

Please present this content in paragraph form rather than as bullet points. Due to the reflective nature of this content, no citations are necessary in this section.

Section II: The Counseling Profession

In 1-2 double-spaced pages, please explain the foundational tenets of the counseling profession as you understand them based on your review of course materials. Please also describe the professional activities counselors engage in as well as summarize the education, specialized training, and credentialing process that qualifies counselors to serve their clients (both, in general, and in your specific jurisdiction). Then, identify how professional counselors are unique from other types of mental health professionals in terms of foundational professional principles, focus of care, etc.. Citations should be included in this section of your paper.

Section III: Professional Plan

Review the licensure requirements table you completed in Unit #2 and describe your specific plans to meet all of the requirements to earn your counseling credentials. It is anticipated that you will need 4-5 double-spaced pages to complete this task. Within your description, please:

Identify your desired counselor credential(s).
Briefly summarize (1-2 paragraphs max) your long-term professional goals.
Explain, in detail, how your graduate coursework will satisfy the education requirements associated with the intended credential (if there are specific types of content prescribed by the credentialing body, which courses satisfy the same, etc.?) (see attached Course of Study document to do this)
Identify 2 potential internship/fieldwork sites in your area at which you might be able to complete the clinical hours needed to earn your initial credentials. Describe your preliminary goals for this experience and also indicate your rationale for pursuing placement at these sites, in particular. Finally, describe the application processes for pursuing placement at these sites. (Note for EdS students: please write about jobs/supervised practice sites post completion of your EdS). How, specifically, will you differentiate yourself from other candidates seeking this placement?
Identify at least 2 professional development activities outside of your prescribed coursework that you may engage in during your graduate program that may enhance your knowledge and clinical competencies (e.g., attending and presenting at professional conferences, engaging in advocacy activities, writing, additional training, etc.). Be specific.

Professional Identity Development Plan

Please provide this content in narrative form and provide citations throughout, as warranted.

As always, all three sections of your submission should reflect graduate-level writing skills. A final reference page that includes the sources for all sections of the paper should be included at the end of your submission. The use of headings is STRONGLY encouraged throughout your submission.

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Brady, K. (2020), “The Development of Professional Identity and the Impact of Counselor Educators: Examining the Role of Observational Learning and Self-Efficacy” (Publication No. AAI28089400). [ ETD Collection for Pace University]. https://digitalcommons.pace.edu/dissertations/AAI28089400

February 13, 2025

Interpreting School Data

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Interpreting School Data Assignment

Please fill in your responses and submit the completed form.

Interpreting Information

Scenario E

Questions

Suppose you’re working with third-grade teachers at this school and they’re interested in examining how their students performed in terms of the language skills measured on this test. What does the data in this table indicate about whether boys and girls performed differently in the third grade?

Regarding a series of statements that people might make about different aspects of the Grade 3 data in this table, please indicate for each statement whether you agree or disagree and the reasons why. Remember to think aloud as you’re deciding on your answer.
1. A majority of third graders at this school have not achieved proficiency in ELA as measured by this test.
2. In Grade 3, boys were more likely than girls to score Below Basic on this assessment.
3. Of those students who scored Below Basic in Grade 3, most were Latino.

Interpreting School Data

Now let’s assume that you’re a fourth-grade teacher and these Grade 4 data are for mid-year performance on a benchmark test. If there is a particular group of fourth graders you think will be most likely to have trouble scoring basic or above on the state test at the end of the year, could you point out their data in this table? Which group would you be concerned about and what data trigger that concern? OR Why don’t you think the subgroup data in the table point to a priority need for any particular subgroup?
Now let’s go back to the Grade 3 data. Remember that these are for last year’s third graders., If there have been no major changes in the school’s student body teachers, or curriculum would you expect that,
1. On the basis of last year’s test scores girls can be expected to score higher than boys when this test is given to this year’s third graders.,
2. These data suggest that next year’s third-grade Asian/PI girls will score better than other third graders on this test.,

Bar Graph Components

Scenario F

Questions

What was Oak School’s average Total Math Score in 2003–04?,
What was the difference in the district’s total math score in 2005–06 compared with 2003–04?

Interpreting School Data

Please respond to these questions about how you would interpret the data in this chart.

Looking at the chart as a whole, what would this data tell you about fourth graders’ mathematics achievement at this school? Regarding a series of statements that people might make about the data in this graph and indicate for each one whether you agree or disagree and the reasons why. Remember to think aloud as you’re deciding on your answer.
1. Oak School does better than the district as a whole in Grade 4 mathematics.
2. Oak School has made some improvement in Grade 4 mathematics over this time period.
3. Relative to the district as a whole, Oak School fourth graders have been getting better in their problem-solving skills.
4. Relative to the district as a whole, Oak School fourth graders have been getting better in their computation skills.
5. Oak School’s progress in narrowing the Grade 4 math achievement gap with the rest of the district has been in problem solving rather than computation.

Interpreting School Data

Suppose Oak School had started using a new mathematics program at the beginning of the 2004-05 school year while the rest of the district continued with the old program. Looking at these data, what are your thoughts about the new curriculum?
1. The math program appeared to improve achievement the first year it was used but the benefit disappeared the next year.
2. The new math program appeared to help students with their computation skills.
3. You can’t be sure whether the program is having an effect because there may be differences between the different classes of fourth graders.
4. Scores move around from year to year, but the new math program appears promising and should be monitored for more years.
Are there other issues or possible explanations that should be taken into account as well?

February 13, 2025

Challenges & Human Resource Managers

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Challenges & Human Resource Managers

One of the more challenging tasks facing human resources managers is navigating employee layoffs. Managers will often play a central role in both planning and executing the workforce reduction while mitigating its impact on employees and the organization. In this assignment, you will examine the HR manager’s role and determine the strategic planning around layoffs. This includes understanding laws and regulations, completing documentation, logistical planning, and addressing concerns of the existing employees and the remaining workforce. Having a plan for this process is critical, so you will be presenting your plan to the other HR professionals on your team.

Scenario

You are the human resources manager for a company with 750 employees and you are creating a presentation for other members of your department that can be used as a resource for potential layoffs or reduction in force that may occur in the future. The presentation will include processes, timelines, and strategies that will become a strategic guide for HR personnel to comply with any state and federal regulations and ensure due process and fairness for the impacted employees.

Instructions

Before you begin:

Review the resources listed at the bottom of the assignment.
Review the assignment rubric.
Review the Strayer Writing Standards (SWS): Rules when working on a PowerPoint.
- This will help you with best practices when incorporating appropriate visuals. Remember, this is a professional presentation presented by a manager to their department.
Note: You may make all necessary assumptions to complete this assignment.

Challenges & Human Resource Managers

Create a 10-15 slide PowerPoint presentation for your layoff/RIF plan that includes the following:

1. Recommend a general timeline for the process including consultation with other stakeholders, required meetings, and employee notifications. (Note: This week’s discussion will be helpful here.)

Address the following in your recommendation:
- Legal considerations such as protected classes and age discrimination.
- Due process strategies to ensure the layoff is fair and transparent.
- Applicable federal and state laws or regulations.

2. Outline a communication plan for employees and stakeholders. This should include documentation requirements and strategies for emotional support and morale.

3. Outline a severance package and benefit plan for the impacted employees. Considerations include exempt/non-exempt, full-time/part-time, hourly/salaried, FLSA, EEOC, etc. (Note: use your textbook and the resources provided at the bottom of the assignment for additional help.)

Include the following in your outline:
- Identify two best practices for determining fair and equitable compensation for a separated employee.
- Create a compensation chart depicting a fair and equitable timeline for the disbursement of the compensation.
- Applicable state or federal laws or regulations.

Challenges & Human Resource Managers

4. Recommend two strategies for minimizing the impact of the layoff on remaining employees.,

5. Outline a plan for rehiring employees if the company’s financial situation improves.,

6. Describe two ways an organizational layoff can affect a company’s future strategic direction.,

7. Conclusion: Summarize the value of an HR strategic plan during an organizational layoff or reduction in force., Address the importance of adequate planning communication and legal compliance in reducing employee stress and improving morale.

Formatting requirements:

Include detailed speaker’s notes for each slide. (Note: see resources below if you need assistance with speaker notes).
- Speaker’s notes should adequately explain, expand, and express your main points for each slide.
Include a cover page slide and a source page slide, they will not count toward the minimum 10 slides of content.

Use at least three quality academic sources. Suggested resources are listed below.

February 13, 2025

Evaluation Table

By Academic Wizard Blog

Create a body of evidence (Evaluation Table) to compare the three studies you appraised in weeks 4 and 5. See the evaluation table templates D1 and D2 (linked below) for examples.In weeks 4 and 5, you completed the critical appraisal of three studies. This week, you will meld these studies into a synthesis upon which to base practice and standards of care. To create this synthesis, you’ll compare the three studies using an “Evaluation Table” that includes the following:

Citation: Author, Date of Publication, & Title
Purpose of Study
Conceptual Framework
Design/ Method
Sample/Setting
Major Variables Studied and Their Definitions
Measurement of Major Variables
Data Analysis
Study Findings
Worth to Practice:
Level of Evidence
Strengths/Weaknesses
Feasibility
Conclusion

Evaluation Table

Your PICOT question is the driver for the evaluation table and synthesis tables. For example, with data analysis, while many statistics may be reported in a study, only those statistics that assist you in answering your clinical question should be placed in the table. Also, only the findings relevant to the clinical question should be placed in the table. Keeping the order of information placed in the table clear and simple is imperative for comparisons across studies for synthesis.

Some suggestions to make the table user-friendly are to:

(a) use abbreviations (e.g., RCT) with a legend for interpretation,
(b) keep the order of the information the same in each study, and
(c) place similar statistics in the same order in each study for easy comparison.

Evaluation Table

Create a body of evidence (Evaluation Table) to compare the three studies you appraised in weeks 4 and 5. See the evaluation table templates D1 and D2 (linked below) for examples.In weeks 4 and 5, you completed the critical appraisal of three studies. This week, you will meld these studies into a synthesis upon which to base practice and standards of care. To create this synthesis, you’ll compare the three studies using an “Evaluation Table” that includes the following:

Citation: Author, Date of Publication, & Title
Purpose of Study
Conceptual Framework
Design/ Method
Sample/Setting
Major Variables Studied and Their Definitions
Measurement of Major Variables
Data Analysis
Study Findings
Worth to Practice:
Level of Evidence
Strengths/Weaknesses
Feasibility
Conclusion

Your PICOT question is the driver for the evaluation table and synthesis tables. For example with data analysis while many statistics may be reported in a study only those statistics that assist you in answering your clinical question should be placed in the table., Also only the findings relevant to the clinical question should be placed in the table., Keeping the order of information placed in the table clear and simple is imperative for comparisons across studies for synthesis. ,

Some suggestions to make the table user-friendly are to:,

(a) use abbreviations (e.g. RCT) with a legend for interpretation,
(b) keep the order of the information the same in each study,
(c) place similar statistics in the same order in each study for easy comparison.

February 13, 2025

Lewin’s Change Model

By Academic Wizard Samples

Exploring Lewin’s Change Model within Publix Supermarket: A Comprehensive Approach to Organizational Development

Title Page [Include Title, Name, Institution, Course, Instructor, and Date in APA format]

Abstract Change management is essential in ensuring the long-term success and adaptability of organizations. Publix Supermarket, as a leading grocery retailer, constantly evolves to maintain its competitive edge. This paper explores Kurt Lewin’s Change Model—unfreeze, change, and refreeze—within the context of Publix Supermarket, analyzing how the model aids in implementing strategic organizational changes. Key areas of focus include technology adoption, customer service enhancements, and employee training initiatives.

Introduction Publix Supermarket has established itself as one of the largest employee-owned grocery chains in the United States. In an industry characterized by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and increasing competition, effective change management is critical for sustained growth. Lewin’s Change Model provides a structured framework for understanding and implementing organizational changes at Publix. This paper examines how the three phases of Lewin’s model facilitate Publix’s adaptation to market demands and operational enhancements.

Lewin’s Change Model and Its Application at Publix Supermarket

1. Unfreeze Stage The unfreeze stage involves preparing the organization for change by recognizing the need for improvement and breaking down resistance. Publix applies this phase through:

Market Research and Consumer Insights: Publix regularly conducts surveys and analyzes purchasing trends to identify areas requiring transformation.
Leadership Communication: Executive leadership at Publix plays a pivotal role in conveying the urgency and benefits of proposed changes, ensuring employee alignment.
Employee Engagement Initiatives: To reduce resistance, Publix provides workshops and town hall meetings that encourage open discussions on upcoming changes.

2. Change Stage Once the organization has been prepared for change, the implementation phase begins. At Publix, this stage includes:

Technology Integration: Publix has embraced innovations such as self-checkout systems, mobile app enhancements, and digital ordering to improve customer experience.
Employee Training and Development: New systems and operational procedures require comprehensive training. Publix invests in employee education to ensure seamless transitions.
Pilot Programs and Incremental Changes: Before full-scale implementation, Publix tests new initiatives in select locations to assess effectiveness and gather feedback.

Lewin’s Change Model

3. Refreeze Stage In this phase, changes are reinforced to ensure long-term adoption. At Publix, refreezing strategies include:

Performance Monitoring and Feedback: Publix uses key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of implemented changes and make necessary adjustments.
Recognition and Incentives: Employees who adapt well to changes are rewarded through promotions, bonuses, and employee recognition programs.
Policy and Process Documentation: Changes become embedded into Publix’s standard operating procedures to maintain consistency across all locations.

Case Study: Implementation of Online Ordering and Delivery Services One of the most significant transformations at Publix was the introduction of online ordering and grocery delivery services. Using Lewin’s model, the change was executed as follows:

Unfreeze: Publix identified the growing trend of online grocery shopping and the need to compete with services like Instacart and Amazon Fresh.
Change: The company partnered with third-party delivery providers and developed a user-friendly online platform for customers.
Refreeze: Continuous updates and customer feedback mechanisms ensured the platform remained efficient and user-friendly, integrating online shopping into Publix’s core operations.

Challenges and Considerations While Lewin’s model is effective, Publix faces challenges such as employee resistance, customer adaptation to new services, and technological disruptions. Addressing these requires ongoing communication, flexibility, and continuous improvement.

Lewin’s Change Model

Conclusion Lewin’s Change Model offers a structured approach to managing organizational change at Publix Supermarket. By systematically unfreezing, changing, and refreezing, Publix successfully implements strategic transformations that enhance efficiency, employee satisfaction, and customer experience. As the retail landscape continues to evolve, applying structured change management models will remain crucial for Publix’s sustained growth and market leadership.

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