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CJ328M4: Investigate the limitations of computerized fingerprint search systems. Explore the Library. Using the available references, find a court case where automated fingerprint identification was used. You may use an Internet search but make sure that only a reliable source is used. Note: Make sure that your court case is AFIS related. Do not use statistical summaries or incident summaries. A court case is necessary. In a 12-page paper, write a summary of the article you have chosen and briefly explain the purposes and limitations of computerized fingerprint search systems.

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In this assignment, you will move from being a user of digital media to a critical analyst of it. You will select a specific digital platform (e.g., TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Twitch, Snapchat) and write a formal essay that dissects how the platform’s very structure shapes the stories told on it, the labor of its creators, and the nature of its audience engagement. This essay requires you to apply the key theoretical concepts from our course to a real-world case study, arguing that platforms are not neutral conduits but active forces in cultural production.

Platform Selection

Choose one platform that you are familiar with or are curious about. You will need to research its specifics, so pick one with enough publicly available information (help centers, creator blogs, news articles, academic papers, etc.). Potential platforms: TikTok, Instagram (Reels or main feed), YouTube, Twitch, Snapchat (Spotlight or Stories), LinkedIn, or a niche platform like Twitch or Discord.

Guiding Questions & Required Components

Your essay should not simply answer these questions in a list but should weave them into a cohesive argument. A strong thesis statement will make a claim about how these three forces (design, business model, algorithms) collectively shape the platform’s storytelling culture.

Part 1: Platform Design & Affordances (Approx. 2 pages)

What are the key technical features of the platform? Consider its interface, video length limits, editing tools (filters, sounds, text overlays), and the structure of user profiles.

How does this design shape storytelling? For example, does it privilege certain genres (e.g., tutorials, rants, skits, vlogs), narrative structures (linear vs. non-linear), or aesthetics (polished vs. raw)?

How do constraints (like time limits) become creative affordances? Cite specific examples of storytelling trends native to the platform (e.g., the “TikTok storytime” format, the YouTube vlog, the Instagram aesthetic grid).

Part 2: Business Model & Labor (Approx. 1.5-2 pages)

What is the platform’s primary business model (e.g., advertising, subscriptions, tipping, e-commerce)? How does the platform generate revenue from its users and creators?

What constitutes labor on this platform? Go beyond professional creators: consider the work of everyday users who post, comment, and engage.

How are creators compensated (monetarily or otherwise)? What are the economic realities and power dynamics between the platform and its creators? Apply concepts like immaterial labor, aspirational labor, or the creator economy.

Part 3: Algorithms & Engagement (Approx. 1.5-2 pages)

What is the role of the platform’s algorithm (e.g., the “For You Page,” recommended videos, trending page)? How does it curate and distribute content?

How does the algorithm shape audience engagement? For instance, does it incentivize certain types of interaction (e.g., comments, shares, “watch time”)? How does it create communities or, conversely, filter bubbles?

How do creators and audiences navigate, exploit, or resist the algorithm? Consider practices like “engagement baiting,” strategic posting times, or using trending audio.

Format & Submission Details:

Length: 1500-1800 words (approx. 5-6 pages)

Format: Double-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins.

Citation: Use a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago) for all references, including course readings, articles, and platform help pages. Include a bibliography or works cited page.

link ; You are a business development manager reporting to the vice president (VP) of business development at one of the largest life sciences organizations in the Midwest. The owners are ready to sell the organization and have identified a potential buyer. You have been working with the strategic planning team to ensure that the acquisition process is as smooth as possible and all necessary documentation is in place. You have also been asked to recommend strategies to help lead the organization through the changes that will occur after the acquisition. Last week, while planning was underway, your VP called a meeting to share that the potential buyer is showing signs of reluctance and the deal may not go through. It has been decided that you will research an alternative buyer and develop a contingency plan. This contingency plan is an important part of your strategy and your final acquisition report to the board of directors. You and your team did preliminary research into competitors in the life sciences industry to identify alternative buyers. Based on the research, the VP has shortlisted a few alternative buyers. You have now been asked to choose and evaluate the best option from the list and create a report about this organizations current situation. You and your team have also been asked to formulate an acquisition road map that lays out the action steps and timelines necessary for the execution of the acquisition process. Prompt Alternative buyer research report: Recommend one potential buyer for the organization in the scenario from the alternative buyer options list provided and justify your choice. Visit the companys website and research its market and financial situation. Explain your recommendation by addressing the following selection (and rubric) criteria: Current market: Describe the current market of the selected organization. What types of products does this organization manufacture? Who are its customers? In which industry does it compete? Financial situation: Analyze the organizations financial situation, including revenue, expenses, and profitability. Recent developments: Visit your selected organizations website and review its news and announcements over the past year. What notable recent events has the organization experienced that might make it more or less attractive to your organization as a buyer? Explain your reasoning. Buyer rationale: Justify why this potential buyer is the best option for the life sciences organization. Use data from your research to support your rationale. Acquisition road map: Develop an acquisition road map as a tool for sharing the project with the strategic planning team and the guiding coalition. Specifically, you must address the following criteria: Acquisition-related tasks: Describe the tasks and steps that have already been taken toward an acquisition since you were appointed to the strategic planning team. Recommend the tasks and steps that would need to happen over the next one to two years to evaluate and complete an acquisition. For each task and step, provide estimates for how long it will take to accomplish it, the responsible parties, and any dependencies. Gantt chart: Using the provided template, create a Gantt chart that visually illustrates the tasks and steps that youve indicated above. Cells A1, A2, H2, B3, C3, D3, E3, F3, G3, and H3 have instructional comments embedded that will assist you in completing the template. These comments are visible when you select these cells. To use the template, replace the bracketed text and Xs with the relevant information. (Note: You can copy the chart to include it in the road map document.) Your chart should include the following: Indicate tasks and steps that have already been completed since you were appointed to the strategic planning team. For example, be sure to include guiding coalition, industry, and competitive research aspects. Indicate “in process” tasks and steps that are currently being performed.

ILLUSTRATION WORK

Find any article, post, video, etc. related to this course (think communication in the workplace, leadership scandals, etc.). Search news outlets, social media, or business journals. The sources does NOT have to be peer-reviewed.

• Create a PowerPoint presentation with the following information:
• Article/post title, author
• Summary of the article/post
• Two takeaways (why did you choose this, key concepts related to leadership or communication, etc.)
• Two questions for the audience
• Record and present your slides in a 2-3 minute presentation.
• Upload your presentation with PowerPoint to a new discussion thread.
• Reply to at least TWO different student discussions by SUNDAY at midnight.

NOTE: You can choose any format to record the video that you would like. Below are some options, but you can use any other options you may have at your disposal:

• PowerPoint- the 365 versions allows you to record video and voice by slide
• Prezi- The free version allows you to record a presentation with video and then share a link. If you choose this option, just upload the link in Blackboard for your submission.
• ScreenCastOMatic allows you to record your screen and camera:

Grading Rubric

Criteria

Points

Description

Content & Reflection

10

Includes article/post title and author, a clear summary, two takeaways connected to leadership or communication concepts, and two audience questions. Demonstrates thoughtful engagement with the topic.

Presentation Slides

5

Slides are clear, organized, visually appealing, professional, and include all required information (title, author, summary, takeaways, questions).

Delivery & Professional Appearance

10

Recorded presentation is 23 minutes, clear, well-paced, engaging, and demonstrates professional communication skills (tone, clarity, attire/appearance if visible).

If you can find something on human resourace in the nursing home that will be fine. I will record myself

Post: Review the scenario described:

Here is the scenario patient for your final project:

You are a speech language pathologist working in a rehabilitation center. You assess a 5 year old little boy referred due to lack of intelligibility (< 50% to strangers). The following are examples of some of the speech errors exhibited by the child: t/k (/tp/ for /kp/), d/g (/dv/ for /gv/), g/k (/gr/ for /kr/). Decide whether you think the child exhibits an articulation disorder or a phonological disorder?

• Then, in your post for the patient described, differentiate (diagnose) between phonological and articulation errors. Write 500 words including three peer reviewed sources withing the last 5 years, discussing the difference between phonological and articulation errors. While also explaining your diagnosis of the patient.
• Use quotes/citations inlcuding page number.

Rubric: Quality of Post: Student defined the disorders and their differences in a thoughtful response.

The assignment in this module represents a 2-part project in which you will research a biomedical or psychosocial treatment indicated for a specific mental disorder. The two parts that you will submit for this assignment are an Executive Summary (referred to as Part 1 below), and an Infographic (noted as Part 2 below). Please note that, after you submit both the Executive Summary and Infographic here in this assignment, you are also required to submit your Infographic a second time into this .

The project will explore and explain:

1. Why a specific biomedical or psychosocial treatment is indicated for the disorder under discussion and what controlled studies or other acceptable evidence exists to demonstrate effectiveness of this treatment approach as compared to others.
2. Special considerations in the application of treatment approaches. E.g., for a particular medication, consider potential side-effects or for family therapeutic approaches, consider the need to get family buy-in or best practices when one family member is abusive, or age appropriateness of play therapy.
3. Cultural considerations: Report the demographic characteristics of participants represented in your peer-reviewed sources on your treatment approach. Are ethnic groups such as African Americans, Native Americans, and Latinos represented in these research studies? In 1-2 sentences, what are the implications of that for a practitioner implementing this treatment approach with a client from one of those groups?
4. Note: Do not use quotations of other people’s words in any part of this assignment (points will be deducted for use of quoted material in either Parts 1 or 2 of the assignment). Articles referenced should be paraphrased into your own words to demonstrate your understanding and mastery of the content.

Part 1 of this project is a 4-page maximum, double-spaced paper on a disorder covered during the course. The intended audience includes your colleagues and stakeholders interested in this topic. The paper should include a problem/needs statement (prevalence and demographic information of groups most affected by the disorder of focus), a summary of the research, special considerations, and cultural considerations. Do not waste time describing the disorder in any detail unless such description is essential for the understanding of the treatment you will discuss. Assume that we all know the signs and symptoms of the disorder and do not need a multi-page description of it. Again, you may focus on a disorder that we cover during the course. If you have any doubts or questions, please consult with the instructor.

Please use normal APA referencing style for Part-1 of the assignment. This means your papers should include a cover page with appropriate spacing and headers with page numbers. Additionally, you should follow APA format for in-text citations, spacing, headings within your paper with a separate double spaced reference page using correct formats for your required references. * A minimum of 5 peer-reviewed references are required. If for any reason you are unclear about what is meant by peer-reviewed, please make sure you reach out to your Instructor. Please make sure to save and submit the summary in PDF format.

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