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Demonstrate the enhanced reflective skills which contribute to personal theory and knowledge building for professional practice.

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The case:

While doing my nursing placement in a rehab unit I escorted a patient name John* to the bank to help him with bank card PIN change as he has limited knowledge with modern technology. After assisting him with the PIN change, he said he wanted to withdraw some money and he would appreciate help. So I helped him to get to stage where he can decide how much he wants. So I looked at him and ask how much he wants to withdraw, without allowing me to finish asking he punched £500 button. I politely said to him that is too much cash, he said he will keep it. I was meant to return to the unit after helping him so he can carry on with his leave in town. But after witnessing the large sum he withdrew I suggest to him to return to the unit if he do not mind. And he complied so we both returned to the unit. On getting back I reported the incident strait to the nurse in charge. The nurse in charge with another member of staff approached him and explained to him the risk of keeping such cash on him on the ward and that it is a violation of the unit policy that it should be kept in the safe, he cooperated and handed the money to staff. The money was signed in. The nurse in charge commended me for handling it competently. I electrically documented everything that happens on RIO.

*Not a real name.

INSTRUCTIONS

Format of the submission including word count or its equivalent: 1,500 words

Assignment title:   

To reflect upon an incident that focuses upon one competency within the ‘Nursing Practice and Decision Making’ domain

Feedback Method:

Written feedback will be embedded within Turnitin..

Intended learning outcomes being assessed:

The learning outcome for the reflective essay is number 6 and noted below:

  1. Demonstrate the enhanced reflective skills which contribute to personal theory and knowledge building for professional practice.

Overview of assignment:

Consists of a written reflective essay that demonstrates and articulates a developing understanding of professional knowledge and skills in relation to practice learning during Level 5 placements (Placement experience and not simulation lab experience).

While undertaking your placement you will be assessed upon 4 domains that consist of 18 competencies. These 4 domains are:

Professional Values

Communication and interpersonal skills

Nursing practice and decision making

Leadership, management and team working.

You will select an incident from your clinical practice at level 5, which meets one of the competencies within the Nursing Practice and Decision-Making domain to reflect upon, using the Rolfe Jasper and Freshwater framework (2001/2011).

The suggested structure of the essay is as follows:

  • Introduction – which competency to reflect on and why you have chosen this incident
  • Description (What) – Brief description of the Incident you are using.
  • Discussion (So What) – Using Rolfe Jasper and Freshwater reflective
  • Explore the incident you are using. This should include
  • Clear focus on one of the four competencies in the domain
  • Involves a focus on Nursing Practice and Decision-Making
  • Your participation/contribution to either; ‘person centred & humanised care’ (Adult) or ‘family centred & humanised care’ (CYP) or ‘the principles of personal recovery’ (MH). Please ensure you focus more on my participation in the incident this is what the lecturer emphasize.
  • Endeavor to use the provided books that I uploaded.
  • Please endeavor to link the discussion (my actions) to various aspects of nursing – collaboration, effective communication, care, assessment, health promotion, team work, accurate documentation, intervention, respect, patients and staff relationship, care ethics. This is only a guide, incorporate your expertise.
  • References within the last 10yrs please
  • Please use academic journals
  • Reference style is Harvard but slightly different from the usual Harvard. Will attach a reference guide.
  • The case study is a bit lengthy as you can see. Please do NOT copy what I send. Just summarise it in your own words. In fewer words please preferably less than 120 words, because the introduction and case description shouldn’t exceed 400 words. I included all the information for better understanding of the case.
  • Exhaust the 1650 word counts excluding list of references. It is meant to be 1500 words but the 10% rules apply.
  • Please strictly stick to the instructions.
  • Please I want to see sound academic work writing.
  • Includes appropriate professional references to evidence based practice and policy.
  • The introduction and description should be no more than 400 words allowing 1,100 words for discussion and conclusion.
  • As this is a reflective piece of work it is acceptable to write this in the first person, so no need to justify the use of ‘I’.

What limitations does your study have? In other words, how might your methodology limit the types of inferences you can make about your expected results?

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This is the last of the paper.. I think 2 pages is fine. I need to see if you will put all of it together.. so if he has some corrections on this finished .. once he is done.. then I will see how i get you to correct..

I have attached the corrections that he wants.. are you able to see them?

-Assignment 3: Expected Findings and Conclusions (2 to 3 pages).
This section should highlight the students expected findings from their proposed study.
Students should base expected findings from their understanding of the prior literature
outlined in the literature review. Students should also include a conclusion section
framing their study within the broader literature based on the literature review. This is

Expected Findings
1. What do you expect to find from your hypothetical study?
2. Why do you expect this? Use previous literature to justify your
hypothetical findings.
Conclusions
1. What conclusions can you draw from your hypothetical study?
2. How might these conclusions and findings add to literature on this
topic?
3. What limitations does your study have? In other words, how might
your methodology limit the types of inferences you can make about
your expected results?

Analyse how the structure, size and scope of different organisations link to the business objectives and product and services offered by the organization.

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Higher Nationals

Assignment Brief – BTEC (RQF)

Higher National Certificate in Business

Student Name/ID Number  
Unit Number and Title Unit 1 Business and the Business Environment
Academic Year  2019/2020
Unit Assessor  Tahir Mahmood
Assignment Title Organisational Types, Functions and Structures
Issue Date  23/03/2020
Submission Date  08/05/2020
IV Name S Mustafa
Date  23/03/2020

 

Submission Format:
 

The submission is in the form of an individual written report.  This should be written in a concise, formal business style using single spacing and font size 12.  You are required to make use of headings, paragraphs and sub sections as appropriate, and all work must be supported with research and referenced using Harvard referencing system.  Please also provide a bibliography using the Harvard referencing system.  The recommended word limit is 3000 words, although you will not be penalised for exceeding the total word limit.

 

 
Unit Learning Outcomes:
 

LO1 Explain the different types of organisations, including their size and scope.

 

LO2 Demonstrate the interrelationship of the various functions within an organisation and how they link to organisational structure.

 
Assignment Brief and Guidance:
 

You have been employed as a Business Analyst by a large multinational organisation of your choice.

 

You are required to investigate and explain three different types of organisations, their size and classification to highlight differences between them. This should include their legal structure, size and scope, as well as their key stakeholders.

 

For one of the organisations you must then explain the various functions within the business and create an organisational chart to explain the interrelationships between different functions. You must also explain how this would be different in the other two organisations.

 

This will be presented as a report to the CEO and should include the following:

 

1. Introduction to provide an overview of different types of organisations and the growth of the international business environment.

 

2. An explanation of each of the chosen organisations, including: background details of the organization; the products and services they supply; the size and scope of the organization; their vision, mission and business objectives; the organizational and legal structure; and information about their stakeholders.

 

3. In detail, explain the functions for one of the chosen organisations, using an organization chart to show how the functions interrelate and an explanation of how they relate to structure.

 

*Please access HN Global for additional resources support and reading for this unit. For further guidance and support on report writing please refer to the Study Skills Unit on HN Global. Link to www.higher nationals.com

 
 
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
 

Learning Outcome

  

Pass

  

Merit

  

Distinction
LO1 Explain the different types, size and scope of organisations. P1 Explain different types and purposes of organisations; public, private and voluntary sectors and legal structures.

 

 

 

 

P2 Explain the size and scope of a range of different types of organisations.

 

 

 M1 Analyse how the structure, size and scope of different organisations link to the business objectives and product and services offered by the organization. D1 Provide a critical analysis of the complexities of different types of business structures and the interrelationships of the different organisational functions.
LO2 Demonstrate the interrelationship of the various functions within an organisation and how they link to organisational structure. P3 Explain the relationship between different organisational functions and how they link to organisational objectives and structure. M2 Analyse the advantages and disadvantages of interrelationships between organisational functions and the impact that can have upon organisational structure.

Describe the tools and methods used to collect information and identify the variables being measured.

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Research Proposal for a Quantitative Research Study

Introduction

The introduction to a quantitative study is usually written in the present tense and from the third person point of view. It covers the following information:

  • Identifies the research problem— as with any academic study, you must state clearly and concisely the research problem being investigated.
  • Reviews the literature— review scholarship on the topic, synthesizing key themes and, if necessary, noting studies that have used similar methods of inquiry and analysis. Note where key gaps exist and how your study helps to fill these gaps or clarifies existing knowledge.
  • Describes the theoretical framework— provide an outline of the theory or hypothesis underpinning your study. If necessary, define unfamiliar or complex terms, concepts, or ideas and provide the appropriate background information to place the research problem in proper context [e.g., historical, cultural, economic, etc.].

Methodology

The methods section of a quantitative study should describe how each objective of your study will be achieved. Be sure to provide enough detail to enable the reader can make an informed assessment of the methods being used to obtain results associated with the research problem. The methods section should be presented in the past tense.

  • Study population and sampling— where did the data come from; how robust is it; note where gaps exist or what was excluded. Note the procedures used for their selection;
  • Data collection– describe the tools and methods used to collect information and identify the variables being measured; describe the methods used to obtain the data; and, note if the data was pre-existing [i.e., government data] or you gathered it yourself. If you gathered it yourself, describe what type of instrument you used and why. Note that no data set is perfect–describe any limitations in methods of gathering data.
  • Data analysis— describe the procedures for processing and analyzing the data. If appropriate, describe the specific instruments of analysis used to study each research objective, including mathematical techniques and the type of computer software used to manipulate the data.

Results

The finding of your study should be written objectively and in a succinct and precise format. In quantitative studies, it is common to use graphs, tables, charts, and other non-textual elements to help the reader understand the data. Make sure that non-textual elements do not stand in isolation from the text but are being used to supplement the overall description of the results and to help clarify key points being made. Further information about how to effectively present data using charts and graphs can be found here.

  • Statistical analysis— how did you analyze the data? What were the key findings from the data? The findings should be present in a logical, sequential order. Describe but do not interpret these trends or negative results; save that for the discussion section. The results should be presented in the past tense.

Discussion

Discussions should be analytic, logical, and comprehensive. The discussion should meld together your findings in relation to those identified in the literature review, and placed within the context of the theoretical framework underpinning the study. The discussion should be presented in the present tense.

  • Interpretation of results— reiterate the research problem being investigated and compare and contrast the findings with the research questions underlying the study. Did they affirm predicted outcomes or did the data refute it?
  • Description of trends, comparison of groups, or relationships among variables— describe any trends that emerged from your analysis and explain all unanticipated and statistical insignificant findings.
  • Discussion of implications– what is the meaning of your results? Highlight key findings based on the overall results and note findings that you believe are important. How have the results helped fill gaps in understanding the research problem?
  • Limitations— describe any limitations or unavoidable bias in your study and, if necessary, note why these limitations did not inhibit effective interpretation of the results.

Conclusion

End your study by to summarizing the topic and provide a final comment and assessment of the study.

  • Summary of findings– synthesize the answers to your research questions. Do not report any statistical data here; just provide a narrative summary of the key findings and describe what was learned that you did not know before conducting the study.
  • Recommendations– if appropriate to the aim of the assignment, tie key findings with policy recommendations or actions to be taken in practice.
  • Future research– note the need for future research linked to your study’s limitations or to any remaining gaps in the literature that were not addressed in your study.

Discuss how these findings of the chosen paper would be explained by (i) a higher-order theory of consciousness, and (ii) a global workspace or information integration theory of consciousness.

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Consider the findings in an empirical paper published in 2019in the journal Frontiers in Psychology ( I have chosen the paper: Visual Attention Modulates Phenomenal Consciousness: Evidence From a Change Detection Study). The paper would be uploaded at the file named- important1

Discuss how these findings of the chosen paper would be explained by (i) a higher-order theory of consciousness, and (ii) a global workspace or information integration theory of consciousness.

Note the paper itself does not have to make the claim that a mental state is conscious or unconscious; it is enough that you can make the claim based on the findings of the paper.

How does the organization operate? How are tasks/work projects accomplished? Is the organization domestic or international? Locations?

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You are tasked to represent the Board of Directors of your organization in your selected industry. You are the top management team of the organization located (your choice of locations). You believe that productivity, quality of product, innovativeness, profitability (and/or cost effectiveness), and morale are much lower than they should be to meet the competitive and social challenges of the year 2019 and beyond. You will present a statement of management philosophy and a sketch of the basic human resources policies and procedures you believe will lead to the goals you seek. Members of the Board of Directors will be looking at (1) the soundness and innovativeness of your recommended program, (2) evidence of industry-study, interviews (if available), and library research, and (3) the quality of your presentation. The paper should include an assessment of the student’s current organizational demographics (If you are not working or do not have a frame of reference, you can research an organization through the online library or http://www.greatplacetowork.com/best/list-bestusa.htm) that is researched and potential impact using the following outline:
Parameters for the organization:

· You are free to describe the organization with which you will be associated. You will need to provide some level of detail of your organization. Use your general knowledge, coursework, and research to accomplish this.
· Even though you are required to provide general organizational details, your primary function is human resources. Analyze based on this premise.
· Assume that a core group of managers and employees (approximately 250) are already in place.
· Your organization can produce a product or service.

Requirements for the Overview of the organization:

· Description of what the organization does and organizational structure. Be specific. You may include an organizational chart.
· How does the organization operate? How are tasks/work projects accomplished?
· Is the organization domestic or international? Locations?
· Who are the competitors?
· What are the factors that you believe are critical to success in this organization?
· What is the culture like?
· How is information communicated?
· Why would people want to work for this organization?

Requirements for Policies

· Present a statement of management philosophy.
· Develop the rationale for policies and procedures that you feel are needed to achieve the organizational goals. Minimally, policies on sexual harassment, promotion, and dismissal should be included. Include relevant legal issues. This rationale must be supported by relevant research; not just your opinion on what is needed.
· Develop a minimum of 5 actual policies to be included in appendices.
· Analyze implications and draw conclusions.
· Provide recommendations to include the rationale for selecting the policies and the impact on the organization.
· Provide a plan of communication for implications.

Identify memories of contact with those who were culturally different than you, and your experiences associated with these differences. Be specific.

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Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions

Overview

The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper (1,750-2,000 words) requires the student to identify and reflect on possible personal biases regarding gender, religion, sexual or gender orientation, race, socioeconomic status, disability status, or culture. The purpose of this paper is to raise the student’s personal and professional level of awareness regarding the subject of diverse populations.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Process Schedule

The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper assignment will be accomplished in a five-step process, with individual steps submitted and graded regularly throughout the course, according to the following schedule:

  • Outline (Due Week 2)
  • References (Due Week 4)
  • First Draft (Due Week 6)
  • Final Paper (Due Week 8)

Content Guidelines

When constructing this paper, use a three-part structure according to the following guidelines:

Part 1

The first part of the paper requires you to identify information from your own personal history. Use the following questions to help guide your reflections:

  • Identify your personal biases and how they may impact your counseling approach. Remember, everyone has biases. The point is not to project them onto your clients.

Note: It is preferred you discuss your cultural biases.   

  • Describe your personal history by documenting experiences with discrimination you may have experienced and how your cultural background impacted these experiences. If you have not had any experiences, share why you believe this to be true.
  • Identify memories of contact with those who were culturally different than you, and your experiences associated with these differences. Be specific.
  • How has your life experience affected how you may relate to persons different than you? Be specific.

Part 2

The second part of the paper requires you to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of racism/discrimination. Use the following questions to help guide your reflections:

  • What does it mean to be a subtle racist? Please include a referenced definition and example.
  • Why could there be significant differences in perceptions and values of members within the same ethnic group? Be specific.

Part 3

The third part of your paper requires you to review and reflect on the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics. Use the following to help guide your reflection:

  • Discuss how the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics will inform your practice.
    1. Identify and cite the specific ACA and NAADA multicultural codes that you will use to inform your practice.
  • What did you learn about the importance of cultural sensitivity in treatment planning?
  • How do communication styles and help-seeking behaviors differ across cultures?
  • How might strategies to build rapport be differentiated based on culture?
  • Examine underlying reasons for differential treatment methods.
    1. Consult several professional journals on treatment practices and cultural biases.
    2. Identify sources of potential counselor cultural bias within these practices.
  • What resources could help you to become more informed regarding cultural diversity? Cite resources you can use to dispel your personal biases.
  • How could you apply your learning to your future practice as a counselor?

Critically examine the economic drivers in the international business environment that influence HRM strategies.

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Assignment Course Work HRM

An Explanation of how the end of module assignment meets module Learning Outcomes:

  Assessment Questions Learning outcomes
What are the economic drivers influencing the HR strategies in the host country?  For example you can apply PESTLE analysis to analyze the host country’s economic profile as well as other factors such as (Globalization, Consumer Behaviour, Advanced technology etc.) These areas can be discussed under this learning outcome. L01: Critically examine the economic drivers in the international business environment that influence HRM strategies

 
L01. Evaluate the main HRM theories and models in relation to economic drivers
Critically examine how HRM strategies are effective in achieving goals of employee commitment, flexibility, quality and strategic integration. Under this learning outcome, we expect you to critically analyze the models and theories in designing policies and practices (such as Soft and Hard HRM) to achieve four main outcomes: strategic integration (planning / implementation); high employee commitment to the organization; high workforce flexibility and adaptability; and a high-quality workforce. L02. Evaluate the effectiveness of HRM strategies in achieving the goals of employee commitment, flexibility, quality and strategic integration
Critically analyze the different approaches of HRM globally in your chosen parent and host countries. Provide a global comparative analysis of HR systems with a focus on:

1.      Organisational Performance

2.     Employee Commitment –

3.     Workforce Flexibility

4.     Workforce Quality

 

 L03 Critically Analyse the differences in approach to HRM Globally and outline possible reasons for such differences
 L04: Critically evaluate the theory and evidence about the relationship between HRM and organizational performance
 Critically Analyse the cultural differences influencing the implementation and development of HRM strategies. We expect you to use models such as Hofstede, Trompenaars, Lewis. Hall etc. here to highlight the differences in national culture between the parent and host countries and how they influence HRM strategies. You could also apply Hardy’s Organisational culture model  to identify what working practices and mind-set barriers might the parent company face in terms of recruiting and training local staff on new technologies, etc. to establish an appropriate standard of work to match the parent company’s expectations. L05: Analyse the organizational, national and cultural specific issues that influence the development and implementation of HRM strategy
 Here we are looking to evaluate your management skill in regards to international business strategies as well a critical analysis, research skills and ability to present a coherent set of recommendations based on well researched HRM global theories and models. Such as Rodger /Fraser , Ask And  Total Rewards models.  L06::  Demonstrate the management skills required in international business to successfully engage and win support from key stakeholders

 

 

 

Have the research questions been answered? Were aims and objectives met? Recommendations should be practical and academic.

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This assignment requires you to conduct and write about a research project based on a topic of your choice. Your topic should be related to your studies and agreed with your supervisor.  There should be an attempt to answer the research question posed (by the student). It should incorporate an in-depth critical review of the related academic literature and recommendations as to a practical implementation of a solution to the identified research problem. Detailed assessment criteria can be found in the following section.

Your Report should be structured in a way that includes all of the following sections. A document expanding on the requirements of each section is located on Moodle:

  • Title Page
  • Signed Declaration of Originality
  • Ethical Approval Certificate
  • Acknowledgements
  • Abstract
  • Contents Page
  • List of Tables/Figures
  • Introduction, Research Question(s) and Aims and Objectives
    • Context/background, rationale, research questions, aims and objectives.
  • Literature Review
    • Coverage of previous studies on this subject, gaps in the literature, theories and concepts.
  • Methods and Ethical Issues
    • How did you collect data? Why did you do it this way? How reliable is the data? What ethical issues existed?
  • Analysis, Findings and Discussion
    • Could be split into two chapters: results, then discussion. Results: clearly presented, trends identified. Discussion: what do your results mean? What are the implications? How do results relate to the literature?
  • Conclusions and Recommendations
    • Have the research questions been answered? Were aims and objectives met? Recommendations should be practical and academic.
  • References
  • Appendices

Important – Word Limits

Please note that the sections in italics must be included, but do not count towards the word limit of 8000 words. Appendices are not marked but may be added to support your work.  Further guidance on the word limit is included below.

Criteria for Assessment  

Mark range FBL – UG Project Marking Guidelines
 

80 –100%

 The work shows an excellent structure and is well communicated. It is coherent and shows an outstanding level of critical evaluation and analysis with aspects of originality and insight. Evidence of extensive reading beyond the relevant literature, demonstrating a thorough understanding of how the project fits with the wider context of the subject matter. The work demonstrates outstanding research design and is an exceptional piece of work for an undergraduate project. All Learning Outcomes have been met to the highest standards.
 

70 – 79%

 The work has an excellent structure and is well communicated. It is coherent and shows an excellent level of critical evaluation and analysis with signs of originality, insight and design. Evidence of reading beyond the immediately relevant literature, demonstrating a clear understanding of how the project fits with the wider context of the subject matter. The work demonstrates outstanding research design and is an excellent piece of work for an undergraduate project. All Learning Outcomes have been met to an excellent standard.
 

60 – 69%

 The work is of a very good standard, has relevant aims and objectives and an appropriate research design. Clear evidence of independent inquiry and critical evaluation in selecting, ordering and analysing. The work reviews immediately relevant literature, and to a limited extent, beyond. The work shown is very well designed and very well-presented with a logical and coherent structure. All Learning Outcomes overall have been met to a very good standard.
 

50 – 59%

 The work is of a good standard overall. The aims and objectives have been identified. There is evidence of reading of relevant literature. Appropriate theory and analysis is included. The work demonstrates good application of theory to the analysis, with some critical evaluation, though much is descriptive. The work is well designed and generally well presented and logically structured. All Learning Outcomes have been met to a good standard.
 

40 – 49%

 The work shows an attempt to answer the research question. There is a lack of focus with only a basic analysis presented and whilst work shows reading of some relevant literature it fails to critically engage with it. The presentation of the literature is descriptive, not analytical. The work demonstrates a basic attempt to undertake appropriate research (either primary or secondary) and shows a basic understanding of the chosen topic. The Learning Outcomes have been met to a minimum standard.
 

20 – 39%

 The work is poorly organised with superficial description and shows very limited understanding or analysis of the issues involved.

The work fails to reach an adequate UG level, either in an important area, or is generally weak and lacks depth and rigor in several areas. The standard of presentation and writing requires significant improvement. The learning outcomes have not been met to the minimum standard.

 

Note: The resubmission of work should demonstrate how the feedback received has been addressed.

The student may need to gain ethical approval if new data will be collected.

Assignment Brief Template

 

 

0 – 19%

 The work is extremely weak and poorly organized, superficial description with virtually no understanding or analysis of the issues involved. No attempt at synthesis. No evidence of having read the relevant literature. No evidence of original thought or research. The work has failed to demonstrate meeting the learning outcomes.

 

Note: The resubmission of work should demonstrate how the feedback received has been addressed.

The student may need to gain ethical approval if new data will be collected.

 

Organize the key areas into ‘notes’, each with distinct subsection titles, which you can review and then link into a logical progressive ‘flow’ for your review.

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Fission yeast: a model organism for the study of human disease

In the first stages of your review, , you should develop your knowledge base of the chosen area. So you should first write a 500 words section with the indication of the subtitles that will be discussed later for the whole literature review.

You should identify key areas that need to be included and evaluate the reliability of your sources of information for these areas, ensuring you have correct/appropriate references, from recognized literature databases – eg Pubmed, and are NOT relying on un-reviewed web sites.
You should then organise the key areas into ‘notes’, each with distinct subsection titles, which you can review and then link into a logical progressive ‘flow’ for your review.