November 20, 2025

Software Testing Discussion

Discussion Points

Part I. When do we start testing and what are the different types of testing that can be performed? A web search for relevant articles and information could be employed to assist you in your response.
Part II. Design Peer Review – From your Design Specification, please post an image of one or more of the following: architecture diagram, application class diagram, detailed class diagram, test cases and scenario, persistent class diagram with SQL statements, or sample Java statements in the Design Peer Review with a brief discussion of its contents, how it meets the requirements in the IT Online Requirement specification, and any features you like or issues you encountered. An image is easier for everyone to access.
- When do we start testing and what are the different types of testing that can be performed?,
- From your Design Specification please post an image of one or more of the following: architecture diagram application class diagram detailed class diagram test cases and scenario persistent class diagram with SQL statements or sample Java statements in the Design Peer Review with a brief discussion of its contents, how it meets the requirements in the IT Online Requirement specification and any features you like or issues you encountered.
  
  Comprehensive Response
  
  Part I: When to Start Testing & Types of Testing
  
  When Testing Should Begin (“Shift-Left” Approach)
  
  Testing should begin as early as possible in the software development lifecycle — ideally even before any code is written. This concept is known as shift-left testing, which means moving testing activities “left” on the project timeline. By integrating testing into the early phases (like during requirements and design), teams can identify defects early, reduce cost, and improve quality. Wikipedia+1
  
  Early testing also includes writing acceptance test criteria during the requirements/design phase. For example, in development models like the V-Model, test planning and test specification happen in parallel with design. درجات
  
  During coding, unit tests by developers (often automated) validate individual components. Then, as modules are combined, integration testing ensures that the different parts interact correctly. geeksforgeeks.org+2Atlassian+2
  
  Types of Testing
  
  There are many types of software testing, each serving a specific purpose:
  1. Unit Testing
    - Tests individual functions, methods, or classes in isolation. geeksforgeeks.org+1
    - Generally performed by developers, often automated (e.g., JUnit). Atlassian
  2. Integration Testing
    - Tests how multiple units or modules work together. geeksforgeeks.org
    - Helps catch issues in data flow, APIs, or module interactions. Wikipedia+1
  3. System Testing
    - Validates the complete, integrated system to ensure it meets the specified requirements. DesignRush+1
    - Can involve functional and non-functional tests (performance, security, etc.). International Software Test Institute
  4. Acceptance Testing (User Acceptance Testing)
    - Formal testing that verifies the system meets business requirements. DesignRush+1
    - Often done by stakeholders or end users. Global App Testing
  5. Smoke / Sanity Testing
    - Preliminary tests to check basic functionality or build stability before deeper testing. TestDevLab
    - Smoke testing helps decide whether a build is stable enough to proceed with more complete testing. Wikipedia
  6. Regression Testing
    - Repeated testing of existing functionality to ensure new changes haven’t broken anything. Global App Testing
  7. Exploratory and Ad-Hoc Testing
    - Informal testing without predefined test cases; relies on tester intuition to find edge-case bugs. TestDevLab
  8. Non-functional Testing
    - Tests aspects such as performance (load, stress), security, usability, and compatibility. gwcet.ac.in
  By combining these different testing types throughout the development process, teams can ensure robustness, usability, performance, and compliance with business requirements.

November 20, 2025

Shopping Cart Design

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to continue with our design modeling of the ITOT Case Study. For the Manage Shopping Cart use case, you will create a test scenario, and two test cases. You will also add a persistent UML class diagram and SQL statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem (these will be provided). Finally, you will map your domain classes ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem to Java statements.

Course Objective(s)

CO7: Describe implementation modeling for databases and programming style

CO9: Apply your knowledge of object oriented and UML concepts by designing and developing UML models

You will create two test cases following the format described in your design specification. In testing, test cases are developed first and then tested later by a different team. You will not be able to exercise your test cases (so you won’t have Actual Results) but you can create the test case.

You will also create SQL statements including constraints for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem. You will also create sample Java statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem design classes.

In this assignment you complete the following sections in your Design Specification

Sections 6 (test cases), Section 7 (SQL), and Section 8 (Java)

Instructions

1. Review the Quick Resources listed at the end of this assignment.

2. Complete the following

Section 6.1

You will identify and document two test scenarios (e.g., “Add a product to cart.”) based on the Manage Shopping Cart use case and complete. Describe the test scenarios (around 100 words) at a high level.

Section 6.2 – Test Case 1

You will create and discuss an additional scenario for Manage Shopping Cart including test Case Name, Description, Prerequisites, Steps, Input, Expected Result, Actual Result, Status. The steps of the test case must be numbered! Example:

Test Scenario: <add your test scenario here for Manage Shopping Cart>

Test Case ID

Test Case Description

Test Case Steps

Expected Results

Actual Results

Test Case Status

TC001

<add description?

1. <add step>

2, <add step>

…

TC002

<add description?

1. <add step>

2, <add step>

…

Section 6.3 – Test Case 2

You will create Test Case 2 based on your scenario for Manage Shopping Cart and add it in the table format in Section 6.3 of your design specification.

Section 7

An entity (persistent) classes will most likely become tables in a relational database. In database design, we would follow normalization and functional decomposition guidelines to normalize our entities (classes) into valid relations. Then we would create SQL (Structured Query Language) statements to create the tables and add constraints. After that, we could populate our tables with data. We will assume our classes are normalized for this exercise.

Persistent Class Diagram

An example of a persistent class diagram is below. You can copy these into Section 7 and 7.1 in your document.

7.1 Persistent Data Model

DiagramDescription automatically generated

7.1.2 Persistent Data Model Discussion

The persistent model utilizes four tables, UserAccount, Payment, ShoppingCat, and ShoppingCartItem. The ShoppingCart table represents the shopping cart itself, and includes a primary key cart_id, a foreign key user_id column to identify the user associated with the cart, and a created_at column to store the timestamp when the cart was created.

Section 7.2 – SQL Statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem

You will use two classes (ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem) and create the SQL statements to implement the tables and constraints. You will need to include primary key and foreign key constraints. Add the SQL Statements to Section 7.2 of your design specification.

Section 7.2.1 – Discussion

Include a discussion of your SQL statements in Section 7.2.1 in your design specification (50 to 100 words).

Section 8 – Java

Add the following to Section 8. This section shows how the implementation of the code will look using Java programming language.

Section 8.1 – Java for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem

Using Chapter 18 examples in your textbook or your resources below, create Java statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem detailed design classes. Note that ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem have a composition type of part whole relationship. See the Engine and Piston example at https://coderanch.com/t/443002/java/Java-Coding-UML-Aggregation-Composition. Add them to Section 8.1 of your design specification and complete Section 8.

Section 8.2 – Java Discussion.

Include a discussion of your Java statements in Section 8.2 in your design specification (50 to 100 words).

Submission Directions

1. When you submit your Word file, use your name as part of the file name, e.g., ENTD278Assignment7_FirstNameLastName

Your assignment will be graded with the following rubric:

Complete Section 6 and 6.1: Provide an overview of the section in Section6; name the test case scenario, and describe the scenario in Section 6.1 (5 points).
Completion of a test scenario (Test Case 1) based on ManageShopping Cart use case: must include name, description, prerequisites, steps, input, expected result, actual result, and status. Steps must be numbered (15 points)
Complete Section 6.2.1: Provide a discussion of Test Case 1 (5 points)
Completion of a test scenario (Test Case 2) based on ManageShopping Cart use case: must include name, description, prerequisites, steps, input, expected result, actual result, and status. Steps must be numbered (10 points)
Complete Section 6.3.1:Provide a discussion of Test Case 2 (5 points)
Creation of a persistent UML class diagram(without operations) of persistent data. Include ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem. Designate primary and foreign keys, and add to Section 7.1 (15 points)
Completion of Sections 5, 5.1, and 5.2: Discussion of the design specification and UML class diagram (15 points)
Completion of SQL statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem: Create SQL statements to implement the tables and constraints, as well as adding primary and foreign keys (10 points)
Completion of Section 7.2.1: Discuss the SQL statements (5 points)
Completion of Java code for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem: Create Java statements to create the classes, variables, and methods (10 points)
Completion of Sections8 and 8.2: Discussion of the section and Java implementation discussion. (10 points)
Sources/formatting: Use APA 7th edition style formatting and correct grammar (10 points)

You will identify and document two test scenarios (e.g “Add a product to cart.”) based on the Manage Shopping Cart use case and complete.,
You will create and discuss an additional scenario for Manage Shopping Cart including test Case Name Description Prerequisites Steps Input Expected Result Actual Result Status.,
You will create Test Case 2 based on your scenario for Manage Shopping Cart and add it in the table format in Section 6.3 of your design specification.,
You will use two classes (ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem) and create the SQL statements to implement the tables and constraints.,
Using Chapter 18 examples in your textbook or your resources below create Java statements for ShoppingCart and ShoppingCartItem detailed design classes.

November 20, 2025

Translation Science Reflection

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Translation Science Reflection

Reflect on your practice problem as you consider possible solutions and address the following:

1. Select one of the four translation science theories or models introduced in this week’s lesson. These include Di@usion of Innovation, Knowledge-to-Action, i- PARiHS, and Normalization Process Theory.

2. Determine one sustainability strategy found in your selected translation science theory or model. Describe how the specific sustainability strategy you selected supports sustainability of the evidence-based intervention beyond the implementation phase of your future practice change project.

Please elevate and be sure to add additional citations. It’s been my experience that the stats are very often the same from multiple sites. This also lends great strength to the sentence. Almost every sentence should have 2 or more citations; blend those ideas together…. A scholarly source is (a) evidence-based, (b) peer-reviewed, and (c) published in the last five (5) years. Professionalism in Communication a. References are consistent with APA style/formatting with no error patterns; the hanging indent is not required. b. Presents information in an organized manner. c. Uses clear and concise language. d. Communicates with no error patterns in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation. Writing Requirements (APA style/formatting) · In-text citations · Reference list in correct APA style/formatting · Standard English usage and mechanics · A scholarly source is (a) evidence-based, (b) peer-reviewed, and (c) published in the last five (5) years. · Response post(s) may require a scholarly citation and reference.Translation Science Reflection

Select one of the four translation science theories or models introduced in this week’s lesson.,
Determine one sustainability strategy found in your selected translation science theory or model., Describe how the specific sustainability strategy you selected supports sustainability of the evidence-based intervention beyond the implementation phase of your future practice change project.,

Comprehensive General Answer

For my practice problem, applying a structured translation science framework helps ensure that evidence-based interventions are successfully implemented and sustained over time. Among the four translation science models presented this week—Diffusion of Innovation (DOI), Knowledge-to-Action (KTA), i-PARiHS, and Normalization Process Theory (NPT)—the Knowledge-to-Action (KTA) Framework provides the clearest pathway for translating research into sustained, real-world clinical practice. KTA emphasizes not only knowledge creation but also a dynamic action cycle in which clinicians adapt evidence, assess barriers, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes continuously. This cyclical, iterative process aligns well with the needs of practice-change projects in complex healthcare environments where sustainability is a core priority (Graham et al., 2006; Colquhoun et al., 2023).

November 20, 2025

Development & Prenatal Factors

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Development & Prenatal Factors

Chapter 5 introduces the theories of development that are based upon the psychosocial, cognitive, environmental, and personality aspects of an individual’s life. How do these theories enable an individual to understand what specific stage of development he or she may be in? In your response, please explain what theorist is responsible for the development of the entire life span/cycle.

Chapter 6 talks about prenatal influence on healthy development of a child. Some women received prenatal care from the moment they found out they conceived and still had complications with delivering a healthy baby or the baby had some sort of developmental delay after birth. On the flip side, some women did not realize they were pregnant until time to give birth and delivered healthy babies with no developmental delays. Even though this may seem odd or even backwards, it happens. Therefore, do you think genetics play a role in how babies develop whether it be healthy or unhealthy? Or do you think parents who make healthy choices or decision during pregnancy have a greater chance of delivering healthier babies? Consider parental roles, parental lifestyles, parental environments, family history, culture, and attitudes in your response.

How do these theories enable an individual to understand what specific stage of development he or she may be in?,
What theorist is responsible for the development of the entire life span/cycle?,
Do you think genetics play a role in how babies develop whether it be healthy or unhealthy?,
Do you think parents who make healthy choices or decision during pregnancy have a greater chance of delivering healthier babies?,

Comprehensive Response

Chapter 5 describes major developmental theories—psychosocial, cognitive, environmental, and personality—which provide structured frameworks for understanding how people grow and change across the lifespan. These theories divide development into stages, each with its own patterns of behavior, challenges, and milestones. For example, Erik Erikson’s psychosocial theory outlines eight stages that span from infancy to late adulthood, making him the theorist most responsible for conceptualizing the entire life span. His model helps individuals identify the stage they are currently navigating based on the psychosocial conflict associated with their age, such as identity versus role confusion in adolescence or generativity versus stagnation in middle adulthood. Similarly, Piaget’s cognitive development theory helps people understand their cognitive abilities by aligning them with specific developmental stages, while environmental and personality theories (such as those by Bandura or Freud) help individuals recognize the influences of learning and early experiences on behavior. Collectively, these frameworks allow a person to assess their developmental position by comparing their experiences, abilities, and challenges with those described in each stage.

Chapter 6 examines prenatal influences and raises the complex question of why some babies develop healthily despite limited prenatal care, while others experience complications despite attentive care. Genetics unquestionably play a significant role in fetal development; inherited traits, genetic disorders, and family health history all shape how a baby grows before and after birth. Some complications stem from chromosomal abnormalities, gene mutations, or hereditary conditions that no amount of prenatal care can prevent. However, parental choices during pregnancy also heavily influence developmental outcomes. Maternal nutrition, avoidance of harmful substances, stress levels, emotional well-being, and access to healthcare all contribute to creating a healthier environment for fetal growth. Parental lifestyle factors such as stable housing, supportive relationships, cultural beliefs about pregnancy, and positive attitudes toward health also impact outcomes.

In reality, healthy development results from an interaction between genetics and environment rather than one or the other. Even when mothers receive excellent care, genetic factors can still outweigh environmental advantages. Conversely, some genetically robust pregnancies may thrive despite suboptimal conditions. The most accurate perspective acknowledges that both parental behaviors and biological inheritance work together to shape developmental outcomes—meaning supportive environments increase the likelihood of healthy development, but genetics ultimately influence each baby’s resilience or vulnerability.

November 19, 2025

Storyboard Assignment

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Storyboard Assignment

In this activity, you will arrange drawings or images conveying the narrative of your final film in a storyboard format.

Whether you are an amateur filmmaker or a world-renowned director, storyboarding your project will be one of the first steps you need to take as you begin a project. A storyboard is a visual representation of the sequence of events that make up your narrative. It usually consists of images and notes. It should also specify what shots and angles you intend to use to convey your story.

Your final product may look much different than your storyboard. New ideas may affect your creative vision as you are developing your story. However, it is important to be as specific as possible in your initial visualization so that your project stays focused and organized.

By the end of this assignment, you will be able to:

Create a storyboard.
Construct and convey a narrative.

Create a storyboard,
Construct and convey a narrative,

Here’s a comprehensive guide and example for completing your storyboard assignment quickly, based on your instructions. You can adapt this for Word, PowerPoint, or any digital storyboard tool.

Storyboard Assignment: Final Film

Objective

The purpose of this storyboard is to visually map out the narrative of your final film. It should include drawings or images of each scene, with notes on camera angles, movements, and relevant dialogue or sound cues. This pre-visualization helps organize the story and guide filming.

Step 1: Break Your Narrative into Scenes

Identify key scenes in your film (opening, conflict, climax, resolution).
For each scene, note the primary action, characters involved, and setting.
Consider the mood and tone for each scene.

Example:

Scene 1: Main character wakes up in a dark room; camera pans across messy room to focus on their anxious expression.
Scene 2: Character leaves house; low-angle shot to emphasize tension.

Step 2: Sketch or Insert Images

Use simple sketches, clipart, or images to represent what will appear on screen.
Draw boxes for each frame of the scene.
Include notes about camera angles, zoom, lighting, and character movements.

Example Layout for a Single Frame:

Frame	Image/Sketch	Notes
1	[sketch of bedroom]	Wide shot; dim lighting; focus on alarm clock ringing.
2	[character looking anxious]	Close-up; camera slowly zooms in; soft, tense music.
3	[door opening]	Over-the-shoulder shot as character leaves; ambient city sounds.

Step 3: Add Sound and Dialogue Cues

Include any dialogue that will occur in the scene.
Note sound effects or music, as these are critical to narrative pacing.

Example:

SFX: Alarm ringing, footsteps on wooden floor.
Music: Slow, suspenseful background during character’s morning routine.
Dialogue: “I can’t believe this is happening…”

Step 4: Specify Camera Techniques

Indicate camera movements like pan, tilt, zoom, dolly, or tracking shots.
Include shot types: close-up, medium, wide, over-the-shoulder, point-of-view, etc.

Step 5: Organize Chronologically

Arrange your frames in sequence of events from beginning to end.
Ensure each frame clearly conveys progression and story flow.
Use numbers or arrows to guide the order.

Step 6: Add Notes for Creative Details

Lighting (day/night, warm/cold tones)
Props and costume details
Emotional expressions of characters

Step 7: Review and Revise

Check that the storyboard conveys the full narrative.
Ensure that each scene logically flows into the next.
Make adjustments to improve clarity or pacing.

Tips for Completing Quickly

Use stick figures or simple shapes if short on time.,
Include all notes in bullet points within each frame.,
Focus on major plot points—you can refine smaller details later.,
PowerPoint or Word is ideal for arranging frames neatly in order.

November 19, 2025

Holistic Nursing Principles Poster

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Holistic Nursing Principles Poster

1. Do not focus on beneficence, maleficence, autonomy, justice, fidelity etc.

Note: The ethical section must relate to the Holistic Ethics of Caring – check out your module readings for more information.

Do not focus on beneficence, maleficence, autonomy, justice, fidelity etc.

Course Competency: Apply holistic philosophical, theoretical, and ethical principles to professional nursing practice.

Create a poster (scientific or conference ) in either Word or PowerPoint for nursing staff that highlights one holistic philosophy, one holistic theory, and one ethical principle in professional nursing practice. Your handout should include the following:

1. Define one holistic philosophy and provide one example of how to apply this philosophy to nursing practice.

2. Define one holistic theory and provide one example of how to apply this theory to nursing practice.

3. Define one (holistic) ethical principle and provide one example of how to apply this principle to nursing practice.

4. Provide at least three graphics on the poster (for example, photos, clip art).

For information on doing research, click here .

Click here for an FAQ on how to make a poster in Word.

Click here for a FAQ on how to make a poster in PPT

Define one holistic philosophy and provide one example of how to apply this philosophy to nursing practice,
Define one holistic theory and provide one example of how to apply this theory to nursing practice,
Define one (holistic) ethical principle and provide one example of how to apply this principle to nursing practice,
Provide at least three graphics on the poster,

Here’s a structured poster layout suitable for Word or PowerPoint. I’ve kept the language concise, professional, and visually suitable for a scientific or conference-style poster.

Poster Title: Holistic Caring in Professional Nursing Practice

Section 1: Holistic Philosophy

Philosophy: Jean Watson’s Philosophy of Human Caring

Definition: This philosophy emphasizes the integration of mind, body, and spirit in nursing care, focusing on the relational, empathetic, and healing aspects of patient care. It values human dignity, interconnectedness, and the therapeutic potential of caring relationships.

Application in Practice:

Nurses can apply this philosophy by actively listening to patients, providing presence and compassionate care, and attending to spiritual and emotional needs alongside physical treatment.
Example: When caring for a post-operative patient, a nurse might incorporate guided breathing exercises and reflective conversation to address both emotional and physical recovery.

Graphic Suggestion:

A nurse holding a patient’s hand
Mind-body-spirit triangle diagram

November 19, 2025

Hospital Noise Reduction

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Hospital Noise Reduction

Scenario

You are a student nurse at Rush Hospital and were recently chosen to be the student representative of the newly formed Holistic Nursing Committee. Hospital leadership has asked your committee to address inpatient complaints about the amount of general noise pollution throughout the hospital.

The committee members feel this is a perfect opportunity to demonstrate how the holistic caring process can be applied to addressing the problem of noise pollution in the hospital. They have asked you to write an executive summary for hospital leadership.

You have a basic familiarity with holistic interventions that enhance the inpatient experience and promote healing, but know you will need to investigate evidence-based research about noise reduction and optimization.

Instructions

Write an executive summary that demonstrates the use of the holistic caring process to address general noise pollution in the hospital. The summary should be approximately 3-5 pages in length and include:

1. A summary of the holistic intervention you recommend be implemented in the hospital to combat general noise pollution. It should address the following:

2. Briefly describe the intervention. Be sure to support your recommendation using at least three evidence-based research articles.

3. Provide a statement of how this intervention could be incorporated into a patient’s therapeutic care plan.

4. Describe how this intervention would reduce general noise pollution in the hospital.

5. Describe how you would evaluate this intervention over time.

6. Assessment of the problem, challenges, and outcomes associated with hospital noise pollution. Include the following:

7. A description of general noise pollution in the hospital setting.

8. At least two sources of noise pollution in the hospital setting.

9. At least two health effects of noise pollution on patients.

10. At least two health effects of noise pollution on staff.

11. Discussion of the evidence-based, holistic caring interventions for addressing noise pollution in the hospital setting. Include the following:

12. At least one recommendation for acceptable sound levels in the hospital.

13. At least one evidence-based, holistic, mind-body intervention that promotes health and well-being in the hospitalized patient.

14. At least one evidence-based, holistic, environmental intervention for addressing noise pollution.

Resources

Consult the resources below for help developing your submission.

· Library Answer to: What is an executive summary?

· Library Answer to How do I write and adequately format an executive summary?

· School of Nursing Library Guide: Evidence-Based Research page

· Website: World Health Organization

· Website: United States Environmental Protection Agency

Briefly describe the intervention,
Provide a statement of how this intervention could be incorporated into a patient’s therapeutic care plan,
Describe how this intervention would reduce general noise pollution in the hospital,
Describe how you would evaluate this intervention over time,
A description of general noise pollution in the hospital setting,
At least two sources of noise pollution in the hospital setting,
At least two health effects of noise pollution on patients,
At least two health effects of noise pollution on staff,

November 19, 2025

Economics Case Study

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Economics Case Study

Academic essays should begin with an introduction, but do not begin your paper with an “Introduction” heading. The introduction will provide readers with the context necessary for understanding your argument and the body of your paper. When composing the introduction, think about what context or background information the reader would benefit from knowing. Once your context is established, transition from that context into your thesis statement. The thesis statement generally comes at the end of your introduction and usually consists of a few sentences that sum up the argument for your paper overall. Thesis statements should also provide a roadmap for the reader so that they can navigate through the ideas present in the rest of your paper.

Issues to be Solved

Start typing your response to question one. Describe the issues and problems to be solved. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. You should use full sentences and double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

SWOT Analysis

Strengths

Start typing your response to question two. Strengths are internal factors you can control. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. Do not use a bulleted list. You should use full sentences and explain each item. Double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

Weaknesses

Start typing your response. Weaknesses are internal factors you can control. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. Do not use a bulleted list. You should use full sentences and explain each item. Double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

Opportunities

Start typing your response. Threats are potentially positive external factors in the business environment (chapter one) you cannot control. These are things such as technology, competition, the economy, political and legal factors, factors in the social environment, and globalization. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. Do not use a bulleted list. You should use full sentences and explain each item. Double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

Threats

Start typing your response. Threats are potentially negative external factors in the business environment (chapter one) you cannot control. These are things such as technology, competition, the economy, political and legal factors, factors in the social environment, and globalization. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. Do not use a bulleted list. You should use full sentences and explain each item. Double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

Economic Factors

Macroeconomic Factors

Start typing your response. Your response should be in your own words to avoid plagiarism. Do not use a bulleted list. You should use full sentences and explain each item. Double-check for correct grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.

Microeconomic Factors

Action Plan

Conclusion

The last section or paragraph of your paper should be the conclusion. A conclusion should reiterate the major points of your argument. To do this, think about developing your thesis by adding more detail or by retracing the steps of your argument. You can recap major sections for the reader. You can also summarize the primary supporting points or evidence you discussed in the paper. The conclusion should not introduce any new information in order to avoid confusing the reader. To end the paper, think about what you want your reader to do with all the information you just presented. Use the conclusion to establish the significance and importance of your work, motivate others to build on what you have done in this paper, and encourage the reader to explore new ideas or reach other conclusions.

Describe the issues and problems to be solved,
What are the strengths?,
What are the weaknesses?,
What are the opportunities?,
What are the threats?,
What are the macroeconomic factors?,
What are the microeconomic factors?,
What is the action plan?,

November 19, 2025

Chipotle Global Expansion

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Chipotle Global Expansion

country (with special attention to its culture), which is suggested for the internationalisation process. The Company is Chipotle (Food) (USA) to South Korea. you will be utilising theories to particularly research the business environment of that entry country, with specific look at the culture of such country.

5 minute presentation

Scenario: You are a recent graduate, working in the marketing team of a successful business. You have been tasked by your marketing director to support an internationalization project. The project is to identify a suitable new destination to expand sales and exports. Using your knowledge of Marketing Across Cultures, provide a scoping presentation that indicates a potential destination country. The task is to create a 5 minute pitch that informs the marketing director of a potential destination country. You can choose to perform the presentation face to face or as a recorded presentation.

It is suggested that the following structure is used for the presentation:

· Introduce the pitch and your situation (10%)

· Explain why we need to understand culture during internationalisation (10%)

Deliver an explanation (and therefore deliver a clear understanding) of the role, objective, value and relevance to any organisation of conducting an analysis of the foreign culture and foreign business environment.

Word count: roughly 200 words (1 min)

· Identify and justify a suitable culture framework. Using this framework, create and present an in-depth description of the culture of your destination country. (40%)

Word count: roughly 800 words (3 mins)

Use a framework that has been discussed in class to base your analysis. Use graphics and illustrations as aids to demonstrating your point of view succinctly. Creativity and clarity are essential to a high grade. Therefore prioritise the issues most relevant and likely to affect your company.

· Conclude your presentation by demonstrating critical cultural differences that may affect your company operating in this new country (30%)

Use cross cultural analysis frameworks to help demonstrate the significant differences in culture that may affect your product or service

Word count: roughly 500 words. (2mins)

· Quality and references (20%)

Your presentation will be judges on its overall impact, clarity and creativity, ideas clearly evidencing an appreciation of cultural theories; and appropriate Harvard style citing and referencing techniques and protocols. Include a list of sources with your presentation.

Use visual aids and present in your own style.

Use 3 or 4 bullet points on each slide, and add any further text into your presentation notes if desired. Ensure that the presented slides are not overly wordy (written text in verbatim speech format)

Create 5 to 7 slides in the beginning which will be presented. Those will be a summary of the whole presentation.

Introduce the pitch and your situation,
Explain why we need to understand culture during internationalisation,
Identify and justify a suitable culture framework and present an in-depth description of the destination country’s culture,
Conclude by demonstrating critical cultural differences that may affect the company operating in the new country,
Ensure quality and references following Harvard style,

November 19, 2025

Beowulf Film Comparison

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Beowulf Film Comparison

Does the 2005 adaptation Beowulf & Grendel depict the same themes/motifs and symbols as the original epic poem? Why or why not? How does it do this? How does it visually represent good vs. evil?

Does the 2005 adaptation Beowulf & Grendel depict the same themes/motifs and symbols as the original epic poem?,
Why or why not?,
How does it do this?,
How does it visually represent good vs. evil?,

Comprehensive General Answers

The 2005 film Beowulf & Grendel does portray several of the same themes, motifs, and symbols found in the original epic poem, but it also reshapes them to fit a more modern, humanized interpretation. While the poem emphasizes heroic glory, fate, supernatural forces, and the clear divide between good and evil, the film shifts toward themes of moral ambiguity, revenge, cultural conflict, and the consequences of violence. Because of this, the film both preserves and reinterprets the themes and symbols of the original text, creating a version that feels grounded in realism rather than myth.

The film does not depict the same themes in the same way because it avoids portraying Grendel as a purely supernatural monster. Instead, it presents him as a misunderstood outcast motivated by trauma and vengeance. This approach changes the symbolism associated with Grendel—from representing pure evil or the embodiment of chaos, as he does in the poem, to a symbol of injustice and the failures of human society. Likewise, while Beowulf is a near-flawless hero in the epic, the film portrays him as conflicted, morally reflective, and conscious of the consequences of his actions. This difference indicates a thematic shift toward human complexity rather than legendary heroism.

Although the film diverges in interpretation, it still maintains connections to the original through motifs such as revenge, loyalty, and the clash between civilizations. It uses Beowulf’s journey, the mead hall setting, and the ongoing cycle of violence to echo key elements of the poem. The film also represents fate and honor indirectly by showing how characters attempt to uphold cultural codes, even when those codes lead to tragedy. The landscape—harsh, cold, and unforgiving—serves as a symbolic reflection of the world portrayed in the poem, reinforcing themes of struggle and survival.

Visually, Beowulf & Grendel represents good versus evil in a more nuanced manner than the poem. Rather than relying on supernatural imagery, the film uses color, environment, and characterization to show moral contrasts. The Geats and Danes are often shown in organized settings—longhouses, communal gatherings, and structured warfare—symbolizing order and social unity. Grendel, on the other hand, is filmed in the wilderness, caves, and isolated cliffs, visually suggesting alienation and exclusion. The muted colors, rugged terrain, and bleak atmosphere reinforce the idea that the boundaries between good and evil are not absolute. Instead of depicting evil through monstrous appearance, the film suggests that cruelty, vengeance, and fear can exist on all sides, making morality a complex landscape rather than a clear division.

Overall, the film adapts the themes and symbols of Beowulf but reshapes them to support a more human-centered narrative. While it maintains the foundational elements of conflict, heroism, and cultural tension, it challenges the poem’s stark moral divisions and replaces them with a visual and narrative emphasis on ambiguity, empathy, and the human capacity for both harm and redemption.

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