Rely on the cumulative body of resources in this course to respond to the questions below. For short essay questions, make sure you rely on complete sentences, avoid bulleted lists, and align with APA 7th edition.
How can words be transformed into numbers in evaluations? Give an example that shows how this could be done. Lastly, how does this strategy benefit program evaluators?
In estimating the 95% confidence interval for a given population mean, the bigger the sample we have upon which to base our estimation, the narrower the range of sampling error. True/False
What is the difference between open-ended and closed-ended questions? Give an example of two open-endedquestions and two closed-ended questions.
Needs assessments are typically focused on determining program effectiveness. True/False
Triangulation typically means that several different sources of data are all focused on the same evaluation question. True/False
What is the difference between induction and deduction in the context of program evaluations? Once you define each term, provide an example with the context of program evaluations.
The following is a sentence in a quotation in Chapter 5 of the textbook. Once you have read the quote, discuss what it means: Qualitative researchers stress the socially constructed nature of reality, the intimate relationship between the researcher and what is studied, and the situational constraints that shape inquiry. Such researchers emphasize the value-laden nature of enquiry. They seek answers to questions that stress how social experience is created and given meaning. In contrast, quantitative studies emphasize the measurement and analysis of causal relationships between variables, not processes. What epistemological position is reflected in qualitative and quantitative studies? Lastly, how do each of these types of studies align with pragmatism?
Matching
Terms
Pragmatists
Naturalistic
Evaluation
Objectivism
Paradigm
Positivists
Constructivists
Formative Evaluation
Summative Evaluation
Constructionists
Definitions
Doesn’t manipulate the setting to gather information…the goal is to reduce intrusiveness.
Reality is socially constructed.
Provides direction for program improvements.
Determines
merit or worth of a program.
Use whatever works.
Facts exist.
Objects exist as meaningful entities independent of human consciousness and experience.
A belief system that shapes what we think is important when we do research.
Reality does not exist independent of human consciousness and experience.
A mark of zero will be given for any submission that includes copying from any assignment or internet
A mark of zero will be given for any submission utilizing artificial intelligence tools
The Assignment must be submitted on Blackboard (WORD format only) via allocated folder.
Assignments submitted through email will not be accepted.
Students are advised to make their work clear and well presented, marks may be reduced for poor presentation. This includes filling your information on the cover page.
Students must mention question number clearly in their answer.
Late submission will NOT be accepted.
Avoid plagiarism, the work should be in your own words, copying from students or other resources without proper referencing will result in ZERO marks. No exceptions.
Use APA reference style.
All answered must be typed using Times New Roman (size 12, double-spaced) font. No pictures containing text will be accepted and will be considered plagiarism).
Submissions without this cover page will NOT be accepted.
When working within a school district, it is important to know and understand all levels within the system from leadership down to the school and classroom level, all the way to the individual students receiving services. It will be important for you as a consultant to know and understand the roles and positions that will be essential for you to work directly with, as well as the roles and positions in leadership above you in the system. Attaining agreement for consultative behavior analytic support is essential at multiple levels within that system. In most cases, behavior analysts are the experts regarding behavior support and evidence-based instructional delivery; however, if we do not present our expertise respectfully, we risk damaging the opportunity to share our knowledge with others. This assignment will help you investigate the systems you will be working in and reflect on the cultural and relational aspects of the client/consultant relationship.
Preparation
To prepare for this assignment, complete the following:
Research the structure and culture of a local school district by doing one of the following:
Review district and school websites.
Attend a school board meeting, or watch a recording on the school district website.
Interview a member of the school district.
Review the . You will need to refer to the Capella Compassion Code when discussing the behavior analyst’s role in the school district.
Instructions
Please include the following information in your paper:
Create a system-wide map of the hierarchy of the various levels within the system, from leadership levels to the classroom and the student. (Suggestions: Use MS Visio or MS Word.)
Visit to learn how to access MS Visio for free. To learn more about using MS Visio, refer to the Tools and Resources section.
Describe the systems within a local school district.
Describe key cultural aspects that will help you understand how to attain agreement with leaders, teachers, and students within the district.
What is the level of inclusion of students with disabilities who are receiving special education services?
Are the parents heavily involved with the district?
Do they have a heavy focus on STEAM/STEM?
Do they have an IB program they are proud of?
Do they feature athletics or arts in their district?
What is the local average household income or poverty level of the school?
What percentage of children receive free or reduced lunch?
What percentage of the population are non-native English speakers or do not speak English as a primary language at home?
Reflect on and discuss your (the behavior analyst’s) role in the school system, as well as how this relates to compassionate practice of a behavior analyst.
What activities would be included in your role?
How will you incorporate compassionate practice into your work?
Which elements of the Capella Compassion Code would be applied in this setting?
Describe strategies you would use to build rapport at the beginning of the professional relationship.
With which key roles will you need to build rapport and collaborate?
Submit your paper and your chart to the assignment area. You may submit them separately or in one document.
Additional Requirements
Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: Use current APA style and formatting, paying particular attention to citations and references. Refer to for citing and referencing tips.
Length: 23 double-spaced pages in addition to the system map, not including the title page or reference page.
References: A minimum of four scholarly or professional resources in addition to the textbook.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
Competency 1: Analyze consultative approaches used in educational settings.
Describe the role of a behavior analyst within the school system.
Describe strategies for building rapport.
Competency 2: Apply collaborative skills in educational settings.
Create a system map of a school district.
Describe the systems within a school district.
Describe cultural aspects that are important to understand to collaborate with leaders, teachers, and students within the district.
Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.
Demonstrate compliance with current APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
Please post your multimodal rhetorical analysis essay here. Refer back to the prompt in the Unit 1 module for details of this essay.
Specifications:
***At the top of your essay, please indicate which of the following grades you have completed.
An “A” essay will include the following specifications:
Essay will be at least 3 full pages in length (image does not count toward page length)
Essay will contain an image, or provide a link to, the multimodal text at the heart of the analysis
Identify and discuss at least 3 modes of multimodal rhetoric in the multimodal text
Accurately describe the rhetorical situation of the multimodal text
Provide direct quotes from the text, screenshots, or clips from the text that bolster your analysis
Engage in rhetorical analysis
Be presented free from error
Must have earned a 5/5 on the Syllabus Quiz
Must have submitted a proposal for the project
A “B” essay will include the following specifications:
Essay will be at least 3 full pages in length (image does not count toward page length)
Essay will contain an image, or provide a link to, the multimodal text at the heart of the analysis
Identify and discuss at least 2 elements of multimodal rhetoric in the text you’ve identified
Accurately describe the rhetorical situation of the multimodal text
Provide direct quotes from the text, screenshots, or clips from the text that bolster your analysis
Engage in rhetorical analysis
Be presented free from error
Must have submitted a proposal for the project
A “C” essay will include the following specifications
Essay will be at least 3 full pages in length (image does not count toward page length)
Essay will contain an image, or provide a link to, the multimodal text at the heart of the analysis
Identify and discuss at least 1 mode of multimodal rhetoric in the multimodal text
Provide direct quotes from the text, screenshots, or clips from the text that bolster your analysis
Engage in rhetorical analysis
Be relatively free from error
***You have all the tools you need to successfully complete this assignment. Make sure it’s 0% AI, and make sure that it’s 3 full pages, don’t count it with the pics, make the writing 3 full pages with letter size 12, and Times New Roman, double space. I’m talking about a video in YouTube and it’s 1;01sec, and this is the website for the video.
The organizational chart comparisons assignment requires students to analyze and compare organizational charts as various institutional types. This assignment requires students to:
Step 1: Select one institutional type. Examples include but are not limited to: Historically Black Colleges and Universities, predominantly white institutions, tribal colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions, Alaska native and native Hawaiian-serving institutions, rural serving institutions, research institutions, regional public universities, private institutions, community colleges, for-profit institutions, and land-grant institutions.
Step 2: Select five (5) institutions within the selected institutional type that have organizational charts that are publicly accessible or accessible to institutional affiliation or network.
Step 3: In one document, copy/paste all five (5) organizational charts, ensuring to label and caption them appropriately using APA-7 formatting. Below the images of the organizational charts, write a minimum 500-word double-spaced reflection that (1) compares and contrasts the organizational charts and (2) states your reasoning for selecting the institutions and institutional type.
Step 4: Before submitting the document, ensure that you format it as follows: APA-7 student version title page, page numbers in the top right corner, Times New Roman 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and appropriate headings, if/when necessary. You are not required to submit a reference page for this assignment, but if you need to, use proper APA-7 formatting.
The Country Research Project will help you develop in-depth knowledge about one African country. The project is worth 140 points of your overall grade. The project contains three steps which you will be required to perform at different stages of the course and submit as a word document. Each submission should be in a 12 point font size. The word count is 1000 words minimum.
This project is essentially a writing assignment. You are expected to read, assess, and draw insights from sources to write your own informed work about an African country. Endeavor to provide a well-rounded, interesting picture of your country. Providing bare facts will lead to a very basic view. To help give a fuller picture of your assigned country, include relevant facts, responses, and analyses that bolster understanding of the topic.
The project consists of THREE steps, which you will be required to perform at different stages of the course. You will complete each step as a Word document and submit your completed assignment to the appropriate dropbox. The steps are as follows:
Step 1: Colonial History and Political Context. (1000 words minimum) Due at the conclusion of Lesson 5
Step 2: Economy Due at the conclusion of Lesson 8 (1000 words minimum)
Step 3: Art/Culture Due at the conclusion of Lesson 11 (1000 words minimum)
Things to Know BEFORE Getting Started
About Sources
Throughout the project, you will keep a record of the information sources you used to gather the information about your assigned country. By the end of the three steps, you should have used no less than a total of NINE different references as you research your country.
Select at least THREE sources from the PSU Libraries’ or
Then select at least SIX academic sources of your choosing.
NOTE: The Huffington Post, New York Times, or Wikipedia ARE NOT vetted ACADEMIC sources and should NOT BE USED IN THIS CLASS. A balanced choice of academic sources will include a journal article, a book, and other web related sources.
*Make sure that for each step, you have this balance in your selection of sources to use.
Here are a few recommended sources that are not already listed on the PSU Libraries’ Research Guide for AFR 110. In recommending these sources, we are in no way suggesting that these are EXEMPLARY authorities.
For an academic assignment, you should always draw on the best sources of information, that is, refereed and reputable sources. What does refereed and reputable mean in this context? The terms mean that these sources gain authority and reputability because they are written by informed and knowledgeable authors, are fact-checked, edited, and reviewed by a publisher or other authoritative, independent entities. Such a process of refereeing, editing, and distribution tends to produce the most reliable information because it is independently verified and checked. Such reputable and refereed sources are provided in the resource sheet on information sources on Africa from the African Studies librarian, Ms. Sylvia Owiny, about the resources in Penn States library that will be useful for your assignment. Do not rely on tourism Web sites and unrefereed online encyclopedias such as Wikipedia.
About Plagiarism
Do NOT cut and paste from ANY sources into your assignment without giving credit such an act constitutes plagiarism. This includes any media you may include or reference. As is true in your other courses, the policy in AFR 110 is that you should not use words that are not your own in an unacknowledged manner. Changing one or two words in a sentence does not entitle you to use it as your own, since you are using someone else’s ideas.
This assignment will be submitted using Turnitin, which is built into each of the Country Research Project dropboxes. Submission instructions for Turnitin can be found on the .
Of course, all scholars learn from others, and you are welcome to draw on ideas or quotations from the sources you find helpful – just remember to use parentheses [e.g. (Juarez, 2016)] when paraphrasing or quotation marks when quoting word for word.
Please do not disadvantage yourself and risk a poor grade by plagiarizing your sources. For more information, please see the University Policies in the syllabus.
About Student Country Assignments
Each student will be assigned an African Country to research. In the FA/SP you will receive your country assignment by the beginning of Week 3. For the Summer sessions you will receive your country assignment by the end of Week 1.
You will see your assigned country posted to the Note: If you are unable to link to the page – the page may not be published at this time.
About Due Dates
All work is to submitted on time. No late assignments will be accepted as noted in the syllabus. It is your responsibility to check the Course Schedule or Course Calendar for the assignment due dates. If you are unable to meet the project deadlines, please contact your instructor.
About EACH Step Submission
ALL of your written Step submissions should adhere to the points noted below. Any additional criteria or grading information will be sent to you by your instructor.
FORMAT: upload ONLY as a MS Word doc or docx file; use single space; use a 12 point font.
FILE NAME: Naming your file is important. Your filename should begin with your LAST NAME and include the Project Step and # e.g. MyLastName_Project STEP_1.docx
CONTENT: Be focused on and address the information detailed in each of the Project Steps
LENGTH: Minimum of 1000 words (12 font)
SUBMISSIONS: For each project Step you will submit your work to the appropriate dropbox in the course. Dropboxes are located in the lesson in which the Step is due. Each dropbox is labeled as “Submit Country Research Project STEP ‘X’” – where X is the number of the project step. Note: Each dropbox contains information and an example of how you should format your writing
WRITING: It is expected that your work be well written, organized, and written as a persuasive essay i.e. consisting of clearly written and logically organized paragraphs. Simple one sentence responses to the guide prompts for each of the Steps in the project are not sufficient. Also note that guide prompts are only that–guide prompts. They do not exhaust the possible ideas and reflections that you should be addressing. If you respond ONLY to these prompts you are not doing enough.
This assignment will be submitted using Turnitin, which is built into each dropbox. Information on Turnitin, including upload instructions, can be found on their
Completing The Project Steps
Project STEP 1 – 50 points
To complete this step, your essay and research should, at the very least, include answers, rationales, and insights into the following questions regarding your country. Organize your work into a readable and persuasive essay. Do not provide one-line answers to the questions below.
1. Basic information about your country of study:
What is the name of the country you are researching? What was its name prior to colonial rule?
What is the capital city of the country being researched? Did the capital city change its name after colonial rule?
Briefly describe the country you are researching to indicate its geographical location and topography (e.g., tropical, desert, savanna, mountainous or a combination).
2. Colonial history of your country of study:
Which European colonial power ruled this territory and when?
What was the nature and type of colonial rule in the country you are researching?
How did colonial occupation impact the following?
local political structures;
social and cultural institutions (e.g., land ownership, marriage, inheritance, gender relations, etc.);
traditional religions and/or spiritual practices;
the economy
What were the two major events during colonial occupation that catalyzed the process of independence?
When (the date) did the country gain independence? Who became the leader of the country at independence? How is independence celebrated in contemporary society?
3. Current political context:
What type of political system was introduced immediately after independence, and what changes were made in the two decades after independence?
Explain how the politics of the country have changed over the last twenty years.
Who is the present leader of your assigned country?
What is the current political system in place? Name the main political parties.
When were the last elections held, and what was the outcome, that is, which political party gained power and which political party ceded power (if relevant)?
How did the contending parties, the populace, the media, and election observers react to the election results?
When is the next election scheduled to be held?
Assess the state of the political system and the role of the media in the country you are researching.
What is the current relationship between the U.S. and your assigned country?
4. Conclusion:
Using all the data you have collected and the analyses you have conducted pertaining to the above questions, write a conclusion addressing how the current political context in your country of study has not only been influenced by colonial rule but also by African regional political developments and the international political context.
5. Other Requirements:
Referencing: Evidential Proof of sources used: Paper should be supported by evidence and quotations from sources. At least three sources with APA citation at the bottom of the report, Variation in selection of sources. (You can access APA citation style information at
Organization of text:Well organized, detailed and logical/cohesive arguments addressing relevant issues.
Your work will be graded according to the
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Refer to the item for how to submit your work.
Project STEP 2 – 50 points
To complete this step, your essay and research should, at the very least, include answers, rationales, and insights into the following questions regarding your country:
1. Major Economic Features
Current demographic and economic features:
What is the population of your country? (Break this down into age, gender, rural and urban population.)
What are the major natural resources and the major features of the economy? Is the economy driven by the export of minerals and raw materials, agriculture, significant industries, or a mixture of these? What are the main exports and imports?
Which countries are its largest trading partners? Is the country a member of regional or continental African trading blocs?
How do different groups of people in your country make a living? Explore this in relation to both formal (i.e., salaried jobs) and informal work (casual, cash-in-hand work), look at both rural and urban settings, and consider the young, old, men, and women. Are there gendered differences in how men and women make a living in your country?
Basic economic indicators and economic policies:
Since independence, how has domestic economic policy shaped the country?
How have international economic forces shaped your countrys economy? For example, has your country been impacted by economic structural adjustment programs initiated by the World Bank or the International Monetary Fund? Do international trade agreements impact your country?
What is the current Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross National Product (GNP) of your country? What is the significance of these figures?
What is the unemployment rate?
What is the poverty rate?
What is the foreign debt figure?
What do all these different economic indicators show about the state of the economy in your country?
Information technology and economic development
How has this country integrated information and technology communication (ICT) into its strategy for economic development/advancement?
To what extent are the internet and mobile phones, including mobile banking used in your country? Do these affect economic potential?
Economic impacts of Covid-19:
What impact has COVID-19 had on the economy of the country? Which industries/areas have been heavily impacted by COVID-19?
To what extent can the economic impact of COVID-19 be attributed to the countrys response to the pandemic? Give specific examples of pandemic responses and the ripple effects of them.
Economic impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war on African regional economic communities:
What are the possible economic impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war on the regional economic communities of the country? Focus on: (1) Food security and related policies and (2) Energy security and related policies and the resultant inflationary pressures the country is likely to face.
2. Conclusion:
Using all the data gathered and analysis you have conducted in relation to the above questions, write a conclusion addressing the economic health of your country and analyze the main factors contributing to its current strengths and challenges. What advice would you give to the leader of the country regarding turning these challenges into opportunities?
3. Other Requirements:
Referencing: Evidential Proof of sources used: Paper should be supported by evidence and quotations from sources. At least three sources with APA citation at the bottom of the report, Variation in selection of sources. (You can access APA citation style information at )
Organization of text:Well organized, detailed and logical/cohesive arguments addressing relevant issues.
Your work will be graded according to the
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Refer to the item for how to submit your work.
Project STEP 3 – 40 points
Africa has four Nobel Laureates for literature and a rich and varied artistic heritage. Examples of well-known annual African cultural festivals include Fespaco, the continent-wide film festival in Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso, Poetry Africa in Durban, South Africa and the Zanzibar International Film Festival in Tanzania.
1. Colonial impact on art and culture:
How does the art and culture of your country reflect colonial impact? State how colonialism has impacted the following:
the languages of your country (e.g. their use in schools as languages of teaching and learning, their use in government for statecraft, their use in business, etc.)? How have the different roles allocated to the different languages led to “elite closure”?
the literature of your country? Pay attention to the effects of a shift from oral to written literature.
the film industry of your country?
ceremonies such as child naming, initiation, weddings, burials/funerals etc.)
the music and dance of your country?
the cuisine of your country?
the major religions of your country, e.g. Are there signs of religious syncretism?
2. Leading/notable influences on art and culture and their works (identify 3 leading individuals and 3 of their works for each category):
Who are the leading or notable influences of art and culture in your country – what are some examples of their work and what is the impact of their work both locally and internationally? In these different categories, pay attention to the representation of women.
Who are the major writers … what are some examples … what is their impact locally/internationally?
Who are the major artists … what are some examples … what is their impact locally/internationally?
Who are the major film makers … what are some examples … what is their impact locally/internationally?
Who are the major musicians … what are some examples … what is their impact locally/internationally?
3. Conclusion:
Using all the data and analysis you have done pertaining to the above questions, write a conclusion addressing how culture in your country can play a role in economic and social development.
4. Other Requirements:
Referencing: Evidential Proof of sources used: Paper should be supported by evidence and quotations from sources. At least three sources with APA citation at the bottom of the report, Variation in selection of sources. (You can access APA citation style information at )
Organization of text:Well organized, detailed and logical/cohesive arguments addressing relevant issues.
Choose topic on which article you want to review. Read all article related to your topic. Write introduction and other details.. paraphrase them and then write an abstract