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  • Social project 2

    Case Study Design and Analysis

    For this assignment, you will identify the main concepts and terms learned in this weeks online lectures and textbook readings and create a fictional case study (may not be related to actual individuals).

    You will use the following guidelines while writing your case study:

    • Background: You need to describe the demographics of individuals involved in the case study such as their age, gender, occupation, education, relationships, and family history.
    • The case story: You need to describe a scenario using third person in which an individual is challenged with a situation causing cognitive dissonance.
    • Analysis of the case: You need to utilize the information learned from the online lectures and text readings to analyze the case study. Be specific in your analysis using supporting evidence from outside sources when needed.
    • Recommendations: You need to end the case study with your recommendations or suggestions you would have implemented in such a situation to assist in changing the behavior of the individual involved in the case study.

    Submission Details:

    • Support your responses with examples.
    • Cite any sources in APA format.

  • Psychology Question

    Your Assignment

    1. Provide your inclusion and exclusion criteria for your primary sources. Criteria may need to include:
      • Population/participants (age, gender, ethnicity, diagnoses, etc.)
      • Intervention(s)
      • Outcome(s)
      • Study Design (single-subject, randomized control trials, both, etc.)
      • Publication Type (peer-reviewed journal articles, specific journals, conference presentations, etc.)
      • Time Frame (i.e., studies published between 2000 and 2022, studies between 1990-2000, etc.)
      • Language (i.e., studies published in English)
    2. Submit your criteria for feedback and approval.
    3. After receiving feedback from the instructor, make any needed revisions to your assignment and resubmit to your instructor for approval and permission to proceed to the next step.

    ________________________________

    Assignment Formatting Instructions

    • File Format: Submit your assignment as a Word Document (.doc or .docx).
    • Font and Size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font throughout your document.
    • Formatting and Style: Your assignment must follow APA format, which includes:
      • Proper margins, spacing, and section headings.
      • Adherance to the .
      • A proper heading on the first page of your paper.
      • In-text citations and include a reference list to support the methods or procedures you discuss.
    • File Naming Convention: Save your document with the following naming format:
      • Last Name, First Name, ABA515 Assignment 3

    Assignment Submission Instructions

    To submit your assignment, please click on the Add submission button located at the bottom of this page. You will be prompted to select a file to be submitted. (Note that you can drag and drop your file into the Files area or you can use the File picker to navigate to and select your file.) Then, click on the Save changes button. From this point, you have the option to either edit your answers by clicking on the Edit submission button or to submit by clicking on the Submit assignment button. Please note that your assignment is not submitted until you click on the Submit assignment button. Then, you will be prompted to confirm by clicking the Continue button. (You may need to scroll down).

    To view how you will be graded on this assignment, refer to the .

    Requirements: As required

  • Psychology Question

    Your Assignment

    1. Provide your inclusion and exclusion criteria for your primary sources. Criteria may need to include:
      • Population/participants (age, gender, ethnicity, diagnoses, etc.)
      • Intervention(s)
      • Outcome(s)
      • Study Design (single-subject, randomized control trials, both, etc.)
      • Publication Type (peer-reviewed journal articles, specific journals, conference presentations, etc.)
      • Time Frame (i.e., studies published between 2000 and 2022, studies between 1990-2000, etc.)
      • Language (i.e., studies published in English)
    2. Submit your criteria for feedback and approval.
    3. After receiving feedback from the instructor, make any needed revisions to your assignment and resubmit to your instructor for approval and permission to proceed to the next step.

    ________________________________

    Assignment Formatting Instructions

    • File Format: Submit your assignment as a Word Document (.doc or .docx).
    • Font and Size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font throughout your document.
    • Formatting and Style: Your assignment must follow APA format, which includes:
      • Proper margins, spacing, and section headings.
      • Adherance to the .
      • A proper heading on the first page of your paper.
      • In-text citations and include a reference list to support the methods or procedures you discuss.
    • File Naming Convention: Save your document with the following naming format:
      • Last Name, First Name, ABA515 Assignment 3

    Assignment Submission Instructions

    To submit your assignment, please click on the Add submission button located at the bottom of this page. You will be prompted to select a file to be submitted. (Note that you can drag and drop your file into the Files area or you can use the File picker to navigate to and select your file.) Then, click on the Save changes button. From this point, you have the option to either edit your answers by clicking on the Edit submission button or to submit by clicking on the Submit assignment button. Please note that your assignment is not submitted until you click on the Submit assignment button. Then, you will be prompted to confirm by clicking the Continue button. (You may need to scroll down).

    To view how you will be graded on this assignment, refer to the .

    Requirements: As required

  • Alzheimers disease

    Discuss and identify how abnormal levels of specific neurotransmitters may be involved in each of these disorders: Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and schizophrenia. You may have to use other materials/resources to complete the discussion. Feel free to use only reliable internet sources. However, do not copy and paste directly from the source. You must use your own words when using research/material written by another person(s). Please refer to the requirements as stated in your syllabus. APA Outcome: Develop a working knowledge of psychology’s content domains.

  • Environmental science discussion 2

    In week 2, we shift our focus to the intricate workings of ecosystems and the critical role biodiversity and evolution play in maintaining ecological balance. By exploring these topics, we deepen our understanding of how natural systems function and adapt over time.

    This Week’s Focus

    Our exploration centers on two key topics:

    1. Ecosystems: What Are They and How Do They Work?
    • What defines an ecosystem, and how do its components interact?
    • How does energy flow through ecosystems, and why are nutrient cycles essential?
    • What role do producers, consumers, and decomposers play in ecosystem health?
    1. Biodiversity and Evolution
    • What is biodiversity, and why is it essential for ecosystem stability?
    • How does evolution drive the diversity of life on earth?
    • What are the key mechanisms and patterns that influence species adaptations and survival?

    2.1 Describe the structure and function of ecosystems and their components (CLO3)

    2.2 Explain energy flow, trophic levels, and nutrient cycling within ecosystems. (CLO1)

    2.3 Analyze the significance of biodiversity and evolution in sustaining life on earth. (CLO3)

  • M2 audio file

    please follow instructions on the images. this assignment is an audio, so I think you will have to put in writing so I can read and put in audio and submit

  • Psychology Question

    Requirements: As required

  • Touchstone 3: Evaluating the Impact of Religion on Individua…

    ASSIGNMENT: In each of the three units in this course, you have learned about the role of religions in our world. You have already reflected on some of the major approaches to studying religions and compared and contrasted two religions. In Unit 3, you have investigated the impact of religion on individuals and society, including learning about religions role in shaping morality and ethics, as well as ritual and material culture. Finally, you also thought about religions influence on government and global affairs.

    For your final Touchstone, you will evaluate the impact of religion on individuals, society, and the world.

    In a 400600 word short essay, you will evaluate some of the ways in which religions both unite and divide, using specific examples from the lessons in Units 1, 2, and 3 to support your conclusions, by responding to this question: How do religions both unite and divide humanity?

    Helpful Links:

    A. Assignment Guidelines

    DIRECTIONS: Write a short essay of 400600 words that responds to this question: How do religions both unite and divide humanity?

    As you develop your response, you should choose two of the following areas of religious influence from Unit 3 to analyze:

    • Religion & the Individual
    • Religions & Society
    • Morality & Ethics
    • Ritual & Material Culture
    • Religion in Government
    • Religion in Global Affairs

    Your short essay should include four parts:

    • Briefly introduce your topic and develop a clear and succinct response to the question: How do religions both unite and divide humanity?
    • Support your response by analyzing the first area of religious influence that you have selected from Unit 3. Use at least two specific examples from the lessons in any unit in your analysis.
    • Support your response by analyzing the second area of religious influence that you have selected from Unit 3. Use at least two specific examples from the lessons in any unit in your analysis.
    • Briefly summarize and conclude your short essay.

    You will use information from the Sophia tutorials to support your response. Please do not use any sources from outside the class.

    HINT

    To build the skill of correctly citing your sources in academic writing, you will cite the Sophia tutorials you use in your essay and include a reference page. Because all of your sources will be Sophia tutorials, the in-text and reference page citations will look like this:

    • In-text citation: (Sophia Learning, n.d.)
    • Reference: Sophia Learning. (n.d.). The Religious Impulse [What is the Impulse?]. Approaches to Studying Religions.

    You will adjust your reference page citations to identify the specific tutorials you are referencing. Visit the resource for more assistance.

    Refer to the completion checklist below throughout the writing process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines.

    Have you chosen two areas of religious influence from Unit 3 to analyze?

    Drawing on these areas of influence, have you written a clear and succinct response to the question: How do religions both unite and divide humanity?

    Have you supported your response by using at least two specific examples from the lessons in any unit, related to the first area of religious influence that you selected?

    Have you supported your response by using at least two specific examples from the lessons in any unit, related to the second area of religious influence that you selected?

    Have you ensured that your evidence supports your initial response? If not, now is a good time to go back and revise your response.

    Is your short essay between 400600 words, double-spaced, and formatted in 12-point font?

    Have you cited examples from the class tutorials with in-text citations?

    Have you included a reference page?

    Have you proofread your short essay for mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization?

    B. Rubric Advanced (100%)Proficient (85%)Acceptable (75%)Needs Improvement (50%)Non-Performance (0%)Question Response

    Essay provides a clear and thoughtful response to the prompt. (26%)

    Essay develops a clear and insightful response to the question prompt, and considers how religions both unite and divide.Essay develops a response to the question prompt, and considers how religions both unite and divide.Essay develops a response to the question prompt, but the response may lack clarity or demonstrate a limited understanding of the content.Essay develops a response to the question prompt, but may only consider how religion unites or divides, lacks clarity, or demonstrates a limited understanding of the content.Essay does not respond to the question prompt, or response is highly irrelevant.First Evaluation of Religious Influence

    Essay evaluates area of relig. influence: Relig. & Individual, Relig. & Society, Morality & Ethics, Ritual & Material Culture, Relig. in Government, Relig. in Global Affairs. Any citations must refer to course material. (No outside sources.) (27%)

    Essay evaluates an area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis fully supports the response.Essay evaluates an area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis generally supports the response.Essay evaluates an area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis may weakly support the response. Essay minimally or inaccurately evaluates an area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity.Essay does not identify or evaluate an area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. Second Evaluation of Religious Influence

    Essay evaluates a second area of religious influence from the areas listed above. Any citations used must refer to the course material. (No outside sources.) (27%)

    Essay evaluates a second area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis fully supports the responseEssay evaluates a second area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis generally supports the response.Essay evaluates a second area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. The analysis may weakly support the response. Essay minimally or inaccurately evaluates a second area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. Essay does not identify or evaluate a second area of religious influence selected from Unit 3s list and its effect on uniting or dividing humanity. Use of Evidence

    Essay includes specific examples from the course. Citations must be used and must refer to a specific course tutorial. (No outside sources.) (13%)

    At least 4 specific examples from the course are used to support the response. These are thoughtfully chosen and explained. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.At least 4 specific examples from the course are used to support the response. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.23 specific examples from the course are used to support the response. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.At least 1 specific example from Unit 3s lesson is used to support the response. Examples may be missing, cited incorrectly, or refer to sources outside of the course material.No examples from the course are used or cited to support the response.Conventions

    Essay follows conventions for standard written English. (7%)

    There are almost no errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; all length and formatting requirements are met.There are minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that do not impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are frequent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that somewhat impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are consistent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that significantly impede readability; length and formatting requirements are not met.Submission does not meet the minimum threshold for points to be awarded.

    C. Requirements

    The following requirements must be met for your submission to be graded:

    • Composition must be between 400600 words.
    • Double-space the composition and use one-inch margins.
    • Use a readable 12-point font.
    • All writing must be appropriate for an academic context.
    • Composition must be original and written for this assignment.
    • Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited.
    • Submission must include your name, the name of the course, the date, and the title of your composition.
    • Include all of the assignment components in a single .doc or .docx file.
    • All cited examples are from the class tutorials.

  • Touchstone 2: Comparing and Contrasting the Common Elements…

    ASSIGNMENT: For this Touchstone, you will demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of religions so far by comparing and contrasting two of the worlds religions.

    In a 400600 word short essay, you will compare and contrast one Eastern religion and one Western religion discussed so far in this course. Using specific examples from the lessons in Unit 1 and Unit 2 to support your conclusions, you will analyze some of the ways in which these religions are both similar and different.

    Helpful Links:

    A. Assignment Guidelines

    DIRECTIONS: Select one Eastern religion and one Western religion discussed so far in this course. Review the lessons in Unit 1 and Unit 2 as you consider how these religions are both similar and different.

    Your short essay should include four parts:

    • Briefly introduce the two religions you have selected to compare and contrast.
    • Identify and explain at least two commonalities between these two religions, using specific examples from the lessons.
    • Identify and explain at least two differences between these two religions, using specific examples from the lessons.
    • Briefly summarize & conclude your short essay. In your conclusion, explain what we can learn about religions in general by noticing both their similarities and differences.

    As you develop your response, you should compare or contrast at least one example from each of the following elements of religion:

    • Historical & geographic origins
    • Core beliefs & doctrines
    • Core rituals & practices
    • Important texts & narratives

    You will use information from the Sophia tutorials to support your response. Please do not use any sources from outside the class.

    HINT

    To build the skill of correctly citing your sources in academic writing, you will cite the Sophia tutorials you use in your essay and include a reference page. Because all of your sources will be Sophia tutorials, the in-text and reference page citations will look like this:

    • In-text citation: (Sophia Learning, n.d.)
    • Reference: Sophia Learning. (n.d.). The Religious Impulse [What is the Impulse?]. Approaches to Studying Religions.

    You will adjust your reference page citations to identify the specific tutorials you are referencing. Visit the resource for more assistance.

    Refer to the completion checklist below throughout the writing process. Do not submit your Touchstone until it meets these guidelines.

    Have you selected one Eastern religion and one Western religion discussed so far in this course?

    Have you briefly introduced the two religions you selected?

    Have you identified and explained at least two commonalities between these religions?

    Have you identified and explained at least two differences between these religions?

    Have you included at least one example from each of the given elements of religion: historical & geographic origins; core beliefs & doctrines; core rituals & practices; and important texts & narratives?

    Is your short essay between 400600 words, double-spaced, and formatted in 12-point font?

    Have you cited examples from the class tutorials with in-text citations?

    Have you included a reference page?

    Have you proofread your short essay for mistakes in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and capitalization?

    B. Rubric Advanced (100%)Proficient (85%)Acceptable (75%)Needs Improvement (50%)Non-Performance (0%)Selection of Religions

    Essay identifies, compares, and contrasts an Eastern and a Western religion discussed in the course. (20%)

    Essay correctly identifies, compares, and contrasts an Eastern religion and a Western religion, and accurately describes both. The reasoning behind the selections are clear and interesting.Essay correctly identifies, compares, and contrasts an Eastern religion and a Western religion, and accurately describes both.Essay identifies, compares, and contrasts an Eastern religion and a Western religion but the description may be vague.Essay incorrectly identifies, compares, and contrasts an Eastern religion and a Western religion or provides a significantly inaccurate description of one or both.Essay fails to identify an Eastern religion and a Western religion or fails to provide any description of either.Analysis of Similarities (Comparison)

    Essay analyzes similarities between the selected religions and provides specific examples from the course material that support the analysis. Any citations used must refer to the course material. (No outside sources.) (20%)

    Essay accurately identifies and explains two similarities between the selected religions. The essay demonstrates an insightful analysis of the similarities.Essay accurately identifies and explains two similarities between the selected religions.Essay accurately identifies and explains two similarities between the selected religions, but the discussion may be vague and unclear.Essay accurately identifies and explains only one difference between the selected religions.Essay does not accurately identify and explain any similarities between the selected religions.Analysis of Differences (Contrast)

    Essay analyzes differences between the selected religions and provides cited examples from the course material that support the analysis. Any citations used must refer to the course material. (No outside sources.) (20%)

    Essay accurately identifies and explains at least two differences between the selected religions. The essay demonstrates insightful analysis of these differences.Essay accurately identifies and explains two differences between the selected religions.Essay accurately identifies and explains two differences between the selected religions, but the discussion may be vague and unclear.Essay identifies and explains only one difference between religions. The explanation may be vague or contain inaccuracies.Essay does not accurately identify and explain any differences between the selected religions.Elements of Religion

    Essay analyzes different aspects of religion, including historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narratives. Any citations must refer to the course material. (No outside sources.) (20%)

    Essay describes examples from each of the four elements of religion: historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narratives. The examples are thoughtfully chosen and explained.Essay describes examples from each of the four elements of religion: historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narrativesEssay describes examples from three of the four elements of religion: historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narratives One element is missing.Essay describes examples from one or two of the four elements of religion: historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narratives Two or three elements are missing.Essay does not describe examples from any of the four elements of religion: historical & geographic origins, core beliefs & doctrines, core rituals & practices, important texts & narrativesUse of Evidence

    Essay includes specific examples from the course. Citations must be used and must refer to a specific course tutorial. (No outside sources.) (13%)

    At least 4 specific examples from the course are used to support the response. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.At least 4 specific examples from the course are used to support the response. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.23 examples from the course are used to support the response. Citations are accurate and refer to specific course material.At least 1 specific example from the course used to support the response. Examples may be missing, cited incorrectly, or refer to sources outside of the course material.No examples from the course are used or cited to support the response.Conventions

    Essay follows conventions for standard written English. (7%)

    There are almost no errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization; all length and formatting requirements are met.There are minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that do not impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are frequent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that somewhat impede readability; length and formatting requirements are nearly met.There are consistent errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization that significantly impede readability; length and formatting requirements are not met.Submission does not meet the minimum threshold for points to be awarded.

    C. Requirements

    The following requirements must be met for your submission to be graded:

    • Composition must be between 400600 words.
    • Double-space the composition and use one-inch margins.
    • Use a readable 12-point font.
    • All writing must be appropriate for an academic context.
    • Composition must be original and written for this assignment.
    • Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited.
    • Submission must include your name, the name of the course, the date, and the title of your composition.
    • Include all of the assignment components in a single .doc or .docx file.
    • All cited examples are from the class tutorials.

  • PSYC210 Foundations Q & A

    Read each scenario or brief question in the Foundations Q & A Template and respond in the boxes provided (they will expand to fit your answer). In the Foundations Q & A Resources you will find a Foundations Q & A Sample Paper. All information needed to answer these questions can be found in the readings assigned for this Module: Week.

    Content

    To earn maximum credit for each question please include:

    • A response that is concise but thorough (5-7 sentences for each answer, with the execption of questions 3 and 4).

    A properly formatted in-text citation to identify the source of any information that is not common knowledge.

    Correct spelling and grammar.

    To avoid point deductions for each question please:

    Do not copy and paste information from your textbook. Instead, paraphrase/rewrite in your own words to demonstrate your knowledge.

    Do not include any direct quotes.

    Note that these guidelines do not apply to question #3.

    Requirements: