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  • Appraise and Generate Common Financial Statement

    The analysis of the common-size financial statements can either be a vertical or horizontal analysis statement. Through horizontal analysis of financial statements, you would be able to see two actual data for consecutive years and would be able to accurately do a comparative analysis of each line item. Based on either a horizontal or vertical analysis, you can forecast the future and better understand trends.

    For this assignment, present, describe, and illustrate the use of horizontal analyses. You also should form numerical examples to clarify your points. Form clear conclusions on the value gained from the analysis. Additionally, present, describe, and illustrate the use of vertical analyses. Form numerical examples using two comparative companies. Form clear conclusion on the value gained from the analysis. The intent is to take a base metric and express the other matrices in the financial statements as a percentage of this base number. For example, a vertical analysis of the income statement would simply have each income statement measure expressed as a percentage of total sales. The bottom-line number would be net income divided by sales, which is the profit margin ratio. Your analysis of the common-size financial statement should be crisp and clearly define the components and matrices that are to be applied to successfully assess the financial statement.

    Length: 5 to 7-page Paper

    References: Include a minimum of 5 scholarly resources.

    The completed assignment should address all of the assignment requirements, exhibit evidence of concept knowledge, and demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the content presented in the course. The writing should integrate scholarly resources, reflect academic expectations and current APA standards, and adhere to Northcentral University’s Academic Integrity Policy.

  • Should Older Adults Be Protected from Bad Choices?

    During this module, we discussed the controversial question of whether and to what extent older adults should be protected from “bad choices”. Some would argue that older adults should be free to make their own choices regardless of the consequences. Others would argue the opposite considering that society (i.e., Medicare) often bears to cost of “bad choices” (such as hospitalizations due to falls).

    With regard to cognitive impairment, at what point should older adults’ freedom to make choices be taken away?

    Can (and, in some cases, should) we take away the freedom to make choices in certain domains while preserving choice in other domains? Can you provide examples?

  • Strategic Evaluation Report

    This assessment requires you to evaluate an organizations strategy and requires intensive interpretation skills. Be sure to use the rubric as a checklist. To start this assessment, choose an organization from the list provided by your instructor.

    • Analyze the details, latest annual report, latest news, review competitor information, etc., about your chosen organization.
    • You may also want to visit the website of your chosen organization for more information and observation.

    Scenario:

    You are the director of strategy and business intelligence for your chosen organization. You are evaluating your chosen organization for an upcoming annual report. Your goal is to demonstrate skill and expertise in the evaluation of the strategic success of your organization. You will be submitting this report to C-level executives for review. Use the following criteria to evaluate your chosen organization and determine its successful strategy for achieving a competitive advantage over its competitors.

    Assessment Requirements: In this assessment, you will assess the strategy of your chosen organization from the list provided by your instructor. Address each of the following inquiries in your deliverable using the :

    Address each of the following inquiries in your deliverable:

    Strategy Principles and Concepts Overview

    1. Assess the purpose and benefits of a strategy.
    2. Break down and explain the components of a strategy.
    3. Examine how organizations use strategy to build competitive advantage.
    4. Explain the three levels of strategy.
    5. Examine how policy relates to the strategy of an organization.

    Organizational Overview

    1. Provide detailed background information about your chosen organization.
    2. Provide detailed background information about your chosen organization, including its name, the industry sector in which it operates, its products, and its target market. Elaborate and use research.
    3. Evaluate the brand of your chosen organization.
    4. Identify and explain the industry and sector in which your chosen organization operates.
    5. Assess the business model of an organization.
    6. Assess the design of your chosen organization.
    7. Identify and explain the product offering of your chosen organization.
    8. Identify and explain the target market of your chosen organization.

    Assessing Strategy

    1. Assess the strategy of your chosen organization.
    2. Assess the value proposition of your chosen organization.
    3. Assess the competitive advantages of your chosen organization.
    4. Assess the mission, vision, and values of your chosen organization.
    5. Assess the objectives of your chosen organization.

    Conclusive Remarks

    1. Draw overall conclusions and make recommendations based on the evaluation of your chosen organization
    2. Summarize the process of evaluating an organization’s strategy.
    3. Identify and explain three major areas of concern or interest based on the findings of your strategy evaluation.
    4. Provide recommendations or solutions to address your identified three areas of concern or interest. Provide reasoning.

    You should thoroughly use the reading research resources to complete this deliverable. You are the professional and will need to determine how many words and pages your strategic analysis report should be to meet the requirements of this assessment. You can do professional research and make strategic decisions at this level of your degree program. Take the initiative to be the problem solver and strategic decision-maker.

    Directions for Submitting Your Assessment

    • Before you submit your assessment, you should save your work on your computer in a location and with a name you will remember.
    • Ensure your assessment is in a Microsoft Officecompatible format (Word .doc or .docx).
    • Submit your completed assessment to the Competency Assessment Dropbox.

    10- 12 pages

  • Week 6: Written Assignment

    Drawing upon the topic you selected for last week, you will create a basic outline of your informative speech. [NOTE: Be sure to check to make sure your topic was approved. You will find this in the feedback on your Week 5 assignment.]

    A Look Ahead: To learn more about the informative speech in Week 8, check out the

    Click here:

    A basic outline includes more details compared to last weeks assignment. Follow the

    found here:

    What and How to Submit:

    Submit a Word document. Do not submit a PDF.

    Upload your submission to Canvas using the Submit Assignment link in the top, right-hand corner of the page. Your submission should meet the following criteria:

    Length: Follow the Basic Outline Guide.

    Writing Mechanics: Submission is free from spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.

    Formatting: Use 12-point font, such as Times New Roman or Helvetica; double-spaced; 1″ margins all around; and the text is aligned only on the left side of the page.

    Organization: Follow the

    References: You need to cite at least 2 sources (references). List them on the references page. Source material used in a speech should be worded as verbal citations.

    Center the word References (without quotation marks) at the top of the very last page, and then list each source you used. They must be written in APA style. NOTE: Do not use Wikipedia, videos, blogs, or any social media.

    Link to:

    PDF.

    COM301 Week 6 Written Assignment Rubric

    COM301 Week 6 Written Assignment Rubric

    CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    APA Style Formatting (10%)

    Formats correctly using APA style with in-text citations. Formats correctly using APA style cover page and complete reference page.

    2.5 to >1.5 pts

    Exemplary

    Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

    1.5 to >1.0 pts

    Accomplished

    Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

    1 to >0.5 pts

    Acceptable

    Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

    0.5 to >0.0 pts

    Inadequate

    Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

    0 pts

    No Submission

    Assignment was not submitted.

    2.5 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Spelling/Grammar/Mechanics (15%)

    Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. Both sentence and paragraph structures conform to current conventions.

    3.75 to >2.5 pts

    Exemplary

    Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

    2.5 to >2.0 pts

    Accomplished

    Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

    2 to >1.25 pts

    Acceptable

    Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

    1.25 to >0.0 pts

    Inadequate

    Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

    0 pts

    No Submission

    Assignment was not submitted.

    3.75 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Assignment Structure (30%)

    Topic is fully explored; minimum number of sub-points (as assigned) are identified and explored for inclusion in the speech. Research is included to boost sub-points as assigned.

    7.5 to >6.25 pts

    Exemplary

    Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

    6.25 to >5.0 pts

    Accomplished

    Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

    5 to >2.5 pts

    Acceptable

    Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

    2.5 to >0.0 pts

    Inadequate

    Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

    0 pts

    No Submission

    Assignment was not submitted.

    7.5 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Assignment Purpose (15%)

    Submission reflects the purpose of the intended occasion; topic is appropriate for the assigned speech (informative, persuasive, special occasion, etc.)

    3.75 to >2.5 pts

    Exemplary

    Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

    2.5 to >2.0 pts

    Accomplished

    Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

    2 to >1.25 pts

    Acceptable

    Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

    1.25 to >0.0 pts

    Inadequate

    Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

    0 pts

    No Submission

    Assignment was not submitted.

    3.75 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Introduction and Conclusion (30%)

    The first paragraph of the introduction is written out, and contains an effective attention-getting device, a concise thesis statement, and a clear roadmap.

    The first paragraph of the conclusion is written out and summarizes the speech, recaps the main points, and provides a memorable attention-maintaining device.

    7.5 to >6.25 pts

    Exemplary

    Meets all the criteria guidelines with not errors.

    6.25 to >5.0 pts

    Accomplished

    Meets all criteria guidelines; contains minor errors.

    5 to >2.5 pts

    Acceptable

    Meets some of the criteria guidelines; contains major errors.

    2.5 to >0.0 pts

    Inadequate

    Does not meet the criteria guidelines and contains major errors.

    0 pts

    No Submission

    Assignment was not submitted.

    7.5 pts

    Total Points: 25

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): annotated-The20Importance20of20Sleep20for20Nursing20Studentsdocx.pdf, Basic Outline Guide.pdf, Speech Guidelines (1).pdf

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  • class assignment

    its so simple its a class assignment after you’re done w it I will send you the other two parts of it I dont want to mix them up so I will first upload the first one then upload the other two parts

    this is the link for the first part please make it sound like a sophomore in college

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): All We imagine as light – class exercise (individual).pdf

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  • Civil Disobedience Synthesis essay

    This AP Language & Composition synthesis essay should argue a clear position on the value of civil disobedience today while recognizing both its power and its risks, using evidence from at least three sources that are woven together rather than discussed separately. It should connect historical examples like the Underground Railroad or womens suffrage with modern cases such as student walkouts or public concern over political violence to show how civil disobedience can prompt reform when it exposes injustice but lose support when it appears disruptive or unsafe. Each piece of evidence should be explained in terms of how it shapes public perception, challenges government legitimacy, or pressures authorities to respond. The paragraph should stay analytical, focused on cause and effect, and maintain a formal academic tone with clear citations and logical reasoning.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Sample Outline_Brainstorming.pdf, Student Synthesis Samples.pdf, Copy of Synthesis_ Value of Civil Disobedience.pdf, Synthesis Framing Claim-Building (Thesis-Level Thinking).pdf, Printer Choice Synthesis Rubric 26.pdf, Revised Synthesis Essay.pdf, Copy of Synthesis_ Value of Civil Disobedience.pdf

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  • Speech on AI in todays world

    a speech that neeeds to be 6-8 min long, on Ai and todays society

  • Identify Your Values part 2

    Of your 10 most important values from

    , now respond here with your top 5 values.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Brene Brown_Dare to Lead_Values.pdf

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  • Case study: NLP: Making a smartphone smarter

    500 word minimum answer questions see attached

  • Classroom Guidance Lesson Plan Assignment

    must be familiar with the 3 developmental domains: academic, career and social-emotional as well as classroom management strategies to effectively deliver the lesson. Using the lesson plan created in Module 2 (attachment Porschea Harris B03 **take note that the previous writer did not follow instructions on the assignment and I received 67% so use the feedback given by professor) and having incorporated feedback from peers and professor, students will record themselves delivering this lesson via PowerPoint both audibly and visually as if they are delivering it live to their previously chosen grade level (grades 6-12). Remember from your week 2 ASCA Lesson Plan Discussion Board Assignment that your chosen topic is to be applicable to all 3 ASCA domains (Academic, Career, AND Social Emotional) and not one specific one such as Career ONLY or Social Emotional ONLY.

    Your lesson should include the following items:

    1. A demonstration or role play of at least one classroom management strategy during the

    presentation (refer to module read and watch items for assistance). The strategy MUST

    be clearly identified in the notes section of the corresponding slide.

    2. A demonstration of differentiated instructional strategies during the presentation (refer to

    module read and watch items for assistance). The strategy MUST be clearly identified in

    the notes section of the corresponding slide.

    3. A demonstration of at least one teaching strategy used with English Learners during the

    presentation (refer to module read and watch items for assistance). The strategy MUST

    be clearly identified in the notes section of the corresponding slide.

    4. Evidence of Standards Blending with an English Language Arts Standard (specifically

    reading methods and reading in the content area). The strategy MUST be clearly

    identified in the notes section of the corresponding slide.

    5. Applicable ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors should be verbally and visually identified on a

    slide in the presentation.

    6. Students should provide at least three citations in current APA format in the presentation.

    Citations should be included on the relevant slides.

    7. A reference slide should be included at the end of the presentation with at least three

    scholarly citations. Any sources cited must have been published within the last five years.

    Acceptable sources include class materials or scholarly journal articles. Websites can be

    used for activities but please note that only professional websites like ASCA or ACA

    count as scholarly sources for citations.

    8. Throughout the presentation, the student must be present on the video both audibly and

    visually. NO EXCEPTIONS.

    9. The presentation is not to exceed 15-20 minutes in length and must meet all the required

    objectives as outlined in the previously submitted ASCA lesson plan.

    10. You will include two Canvas submissions for this assignment. One will be your recorded

    Kaltura video link copied and pasted into a Word document. The second will be your

    PowerPoint saved as a pdf which will include your detailed notes and your instructional

    strategies identified on the correct corresponding slides.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Porschea Harris B03.pdf, Delivery of a Classroom Guidance Lesson Plan Grading Rubric.pdf, Delivery of a Classroom Guidance Lesson Plan Assignment Instructions.docx

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