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What are the areas of the course you did not like? What is the single most important thing that you will take away Georgia course. Explain?

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1. What are the key areas that shaped your thinWhat is the single most important thing that you will take away Georgia course. Explain?king about the course Literacy Development in Early Childhood.
2. What are the areas of the course you did not like?
3. What surprised you about the course?
4. What surprised you about the course?
5. What is the single most important thing that you will take away Georgia course. Explain?
6. Identify any two strategies to which you have been exposed in the course which you thought were exemplary. Explain the strategies and say why you consider them important. Cite sources to support your answer.
7.Using the KWL chart identify any gaps between what you wanted to know about Literacy and what you learnt during the course.
8. Discuss how the new learning would help you to plan effectively for literacy instruction in the early childhood classes
9. Out line the suggestions that you would recommend for improving the course
10. Please list five things that have not been captured in the above prompts, but which you think should be included in this final journal.

Why is charismatic leadership considered a double-edged sword that requires careful monitoring to avert abuse? Provide two (2) reasons and one (1) original example illustrating this phenomenon.

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ASSIGNMENT 04

BU450  Leadership Skills

Part A

Describe charismatic leadership in your own words.

Part B

Explain what is meant by the statement that charismatic leaders use active impression management with their followers to support their image. Provide and elaborate on one (1) original example.

Part C

Access the following article using ProQuest, the Ashworth College online library:

Elrod, D.J. (Aug 2012). The Importance of Being Authentic. Strategic Finance,(94. 2), pp. 14-16.

http://search.proquest.com/docview/1034607363/1421F5DA359502A0DC2/1?accountid=45844

 

NOTE: To access ProQuest articles, you MUST first open a Web browser window to the Ashworth College Library; otherwise, you will be denied access to the articles when you click the links. Once your browser is open to the Ashworth College Library, simply click on the link for the article you need to read.

Respond to the following:

  1. In your own words, describe what it means to be an authentic leader.
  2. Why is authenticity important for leaders? Provide two (2) reasons.

Part D

Why is charismatic leadership considered a double-edged sword that requires careful monitoring to avert abuse? Provide two (2) reasons and one (1) original example illustrating this phenomenon.

How does pernicious anemia cause the neurological manifestations that are often seen in patients with PA? 

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NURS 6501

Knowledge Check: Module 7

Student Response

This Knowledge Check reviews the topics in Module 7 and is formative in nature. It is worth 20 points where each question is worth 1 point. You are required to submit a sufficient response of at least 2-4 sentences in length for each question.

Scenario 1: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

A 28-year-old woman presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of hirsutism and irregular menses. She describes irregular and infrequent menses (five or six per year) since menarche at 12 years of age. She began to develop dark, coarse facial hair when she was 14 years of age, but her parents did not seek treatment or medical opinion at that time. The symptoms worsened after she gained weight in college. She got married 3 years ago and has been trying to get pregnant for the last 2 years without success. Height 66 inches and weight 198. BMI 32 kg.m2. Moderate hirsutism without virilization noted.  Laboratory data reveal CMP within normal limits (WNL), CBC with manual differential (WNL), TSH 0.9 IU/L SI units (normal 0.4-4.0 IU/L SI units), a total testosterone of 65 ng/dl (normal 2.4-47 ng/dl), and glycated hemoglobin level of 6.1% (normal value ≤5.6%). Based on this information, the APRN diagnoses the patient with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and refers her to the Women’s Health APRN for further workup and management.

Question 1 of 2:

What is the pathogenesis of PCOS? 

<Type your response here>

Question 2 of 2:

How does PCOS affect a woman’s fertility or infertility? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 2: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

A 20-year-old female college student presents to the Student Health Clinic with a chief complaint of abdominal pain, foul smelling vaginal discharge, and fever and chills for the past 4 days. She denies nausea, vomiting, or difficulties with defecation. Last bowel movement this morning and was normal for her. Nothing has helped with the pain despite taking ibuprofen 200 mg orally several times a day. She describes the pain as sharp and localizes the pain to her lower abdomen. Past medical history noncontributory. GYN/Social history + for having had unprotected sex while at a fraternity party. Physical exam: thin, Ill appearing anxious looking white female who is moving around on the exam table and unable to find a comfortable position. Temperature 101.6F orally, pulse 120, respirations 22 and regular. Review of systems negative except for chief complaint. Focused assessment of abdomen demonstrated moderate pain to palpation left and right lower quadrants. Upper quadrants soft and non-tender. Bowel sounds diminished in bilateral lower quadrants. Pelvic exam demonstrated + adnexal tenderness, + cervical motion tenderness and copious amounts of greenish thick secretions. The APRN diagnoses the patient as having pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

Question:

What is the pathophysiology of PID? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 3: Syphilis

A 27-year-old male comes to the clinic with a chief complaint of a “sore on my penis” that has been there for 3 days. He says it burns and leaked a little fluid. He denies any other symptoms. Past medical history noncontributory. Social history: works as a bartender and he states he often “hooks up” with some of the patrons, both male and female after work. He does not always use condoms. Physical exam within normal limits except for a lesion on the lateral side of the penis adjacent to the glans. The area is indurated with a small round raised lesion. The APRN orders laboratory tests, but feels the patient has syphilis.

Question:

Describe the 4 stages of syphilis 

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Scenario 4: Genital Herpes

A 19-year-old female presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of “fluid filled bumps” and intense pruritis of her vulva. She states these symptoms have been present for about 10 days, but she thought she had a yeast infection. She self-medicated with over the counter (OTC) metronidazole (Flagyl™) intravaginally but the symptoms got worse. No other complaints except for fatigue out of proportion to her activity level. Past medical history noncontributory. Social history: sexually active with several men and did forget to use a condom during one sexual encounter. Physical exam negative except for pelvic exam which revealed multiple fluid filled (vesicular) lesions on the vulva and introitus. Positive lymph nodes in inguinal areas. The APRN diagnoses the patient with herpes simplex virus-type 2 known as genital herpes.

Question:

  What is the pathophysiology of HSV-2? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 5: Epididymitis

A 27-year-old male presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of a gradual onset of scrotal pain and swelling of the left testicle that started 2 days ago.  The pain has gotten progressively worse over the last 12 hours and he now complains of left flank pain. He complains of dysuria, frequency, and urgency with urination. He states his urine smells funny. He denies nausea, vomiting, but admits to urethral discharge just prior to the start of his severe symptoms. He denies any recent heavy lifting or straining for bowel movements. He says the only thing that makes the pain better is if he sits in his recliner and elevates his scrotum on a small pillow. Past medical history negative. Social history + for sexual activity only with his wife of 3 years. Physical exam reveals red, swollen left testicle that is very tender to touch. There is positive left inguinal adenopathy. Clean catch urinalysis in the clinic + for 3+ bacteria. The APRN diagnoses the patient with epididymitis.

Question:

Discuss how bacteria in the urine causes epididymitis.  

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Scenario 6: Prostatitis

A 42-year-old male presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of fever, chills, malaise, arthralgias, dysuria, urinary frequency, low back pain, perineal, and suprapubic pain. He says he feels like he can’t fully empty his bladder when he voids. He states these symptoms came on suddenly about 12 hours ago and have gotten worse. He noticed some blood in his urine the last time he voided. He tried to have a bowel movement several hours ago but could not empty his bowel due to pain. Past medical and social history noncontributory. Physical exam reveals an ill appearing male. Temperature 101.8 F, pulse 122, respirations 20, BP 108/68. Exam unremarkable apart from left costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness. Rectal exam difficult due to enlarged and extremely painful prostate.  Complete blood count revealed an elevated white blood cell count, elevated C-reactive protein and elevated sedimentation rate. Urine dip in the clinic + for 2+ bacteria.

Question:

Explain the differences between acute bacterial prostatitis and nonbacterial prostatitis 

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Scenario 7: Endometriosis

A 32-year-old woman presents to the clinic with a chief complaint of pelvic pain, excessive menstrual bleeding, dyspareunia, and inability to become pregnant after 18 months of unprotected sex with her husband. She states she was told she had endometrioses after a high school physical exam, but no doctor or nurse practitioner ever mentioned it again, so she thought it had gone away. She has no other complaints and says she wants to have a family. Past medical history noncontributory except for possible endometriosis as a teenager. Social history negative for tobacco, drugs or alcohol. The physical exam is negative except for the pelvic exam which demonstrated pain on light and deep palpation of the uterus. The APRN believes that the patient does have endometriosis and orders appropriate laboratory and radiological tests. The diagnostics come back highly suggestive of endometriosis.

Question:

Explain how endometriosis may affect female fertility.

<Type your response here>

Scenario 8: Platelets

An APRN working in an anticoagulation clinic has been asked by the local college to present a lecture on platelets and their role in blood clotting to the graduate pathophysiology nursing students.

Question:

What key concepts should the APRN include in the presentation? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 9: Iron Deficient Anemia (IDA)

A 36-year-old woman presents to the clinic with complaints of dyspnea on exertion, fatigue, leg cramps on climbing stairs, craving ice to suck or chew and cold intolerance. The symptoms have come on gradually over the past 4 months. The only thing that make the symptoms better is for her to sit or lie down and stop the activity. She denies bruising or bleeding and states this is the first time this has happened. Past medical history noncontributory except for a new diagnosis of benign uterine fibroids 6 months ago after experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding every month. Social history noncontributory and she denies alcohol, tobacco, or drug use. Physical exam: pale, thin, Caucasian female who appears older than stated age. Physical exam remarkable for a soft I/IV systolic murmur, pallor of the mucous membranes, spoon-shaped nails (koilonychia), glossy tongue, with atrophy of the lingual papillae, and fissures at the corners of the mouth. The APRN suspects the patient has iron deficient anemia (IDA) secondary to excessive blood loss from uterine fibroids. The appropriate laboratory tests confirmed the diagnosis.

Question:

Discuss iron deficiency anemia and how the patient’s menstrual bleeding contributed to the diagnosis. 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 10: Pernicious Anemia

A 67-year-old woman presents to the clinic with complaints of weakness, fatigue, paresthesias of the feet and fingers, difficulty walking, loss of appetite, and a sore tongue. These symptoms have been present for several months but the patient thought they were due to her recent retirement and geographic move from the Midwest to New England. The symptoms have gotten worse over the past few weeks and she has noticed that she is much more forgetful. This is of great concern as she worries she might have the beginning stages of Alzheimer’s Disease. Past medical history significant for Hashimoto thyroiditis that she developed in her early 20s. The rest of PMH and social history non- contributory. Physical exam reveals an average sized female whose skin has a sallow appearance. BP 128/74, Pulse 120, respirations 18 and temperature 99.0F orally. Examination of the head and neck reveals a smooth and beefy red tongue. Abdominal exam negative for hepatomegaly or splenomegaly.

The APRN recognizes these symptoms and physical exam indicate the patient has pernicious anemia. After appropriate laboratory data received, the definitive diagnosis of pernicious anemia was made.

Question 1 of 2:

How does pernicious anemia develop? 

<Type your response here>

Question 2 of 2:

How does pernicious anemia cause the neurological manifestations that are often seen in patients with PA? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 11: Anemia of Chronic Disease (ACD)

A 49-year-old man with a 22-year history of severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) presents to clinic for his preadmission testing (PAT) and medical clearance for a planned right total hip arthroplasty. The patient had been severely limited in ambulation due to the RA. Current medications include prednisone 20 mg po qd and methotrexate 7.5 mg Thursdays, 5mg Fridays, and 7.5 mg Saturdays.  The patient had a complete blood count (CBC) with manual differentiation and red blood cell indices, complete metabolic panel (CMP) and coagulation studies (prothrombin time [PT], international normalized ratio [INR] and activated partial thromboplastin time [aPTT]). All the laboratory studies come back within normal limits except for the red blood cell indices. The hemoglobin and hematocrit were low along with mean corpuscle volume, plasma iron and total iron binding capacity, and transferrin also being low. There was a normal reticulocyte count, normal ferritin, serum B12, folate and bilirubin.

The APRN in the PAT clinic recognizes that the patient has anemia of chronic disease (ACD).

Question 1 of 2:

What is ACD and how does it develop? 

<Type your response here>

 

Question 2 of 2:

Why do patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) develop ACD? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 12: Immune Thrombocytopenia Purpura (ITP)

A 14-year-old female is brought to the Urgent Care by her mother who states that the girl has had an abnormal number of bruises and “funny looking red splotches” on her legs. These bruises were first noticed about 2 weeks ago and are not related to trauma. Past medical history not remarkable and she takes no medications. The mother does state the girl is recovering from a “bad case of mono” and was on bedrest at home for the past 3 weeks. The girl noticed that her gums were slightly bleeding when she brushed her teeth that morning.

Labs at Urgent Care demonstrated normal hemoglobin and hematocrit with normal white blood cell (WBC) differential. Platelet count of 100,000/mm3 was the only abnormal finding. The staff also noticed that the venipuncture site oozed for a few minutes after pressure was released. The doctor at Urgent Care referred the patient and her mother to the ED for a complete work up of the low platelet count including a peripheral blood smear for suspected immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP).

Question:

What is ITP and why do you think this patient has acute, rather than chronic, ITP? 

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Scenario 13: Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)

A 22-year-old male is in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) following a motor vehicle crash (MVC) where he sustained multiple life-threatening injuries including a torn aorta, ruptured spleen, and bilateral femur fractures. He has had difficulty maintaining his mean arterial pressure (MAP) and has required various vasopressors. He has a triple lumen central venous catheter (CVC) for monitoring his central venous pressure, administration of medications and blood products, as well as total parenteral nutrition. Per hospital protocol, he is receiving an unfractionated heparin 1:1000 flush after administration of each of the triple antibiotics that have been ordered to maintain patency of the lumens.  Seven days post injury, the APRN in the SICU is reviewing the patient’s morning labs and notes that his platelet count has dropped precipitously to 50,000 /mm3 from 148,000/mm3 two days ago. The APRN suspects the patient is developing heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT).

Question 1 of 2:

What is underlying pathophysiology of heparin induced thrombocytopenia? 

<Type your response here>

Question 2 of 2:

The APRN assesses the patient and notes there is a decreased right posterior tibial pulse with cyanosis of the entire foot. The APRN recognizes this probably represents arterial thrombus formation. How does someone who is receiving heparin develop arterial and venous thrombosis? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 14: Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP)

A 33-year-old female is brought to Urgent Care by her husband who states his wife has gotten suddenly confused and complains of a severe headache. He also noticed large bruises on her legs which were not there yesterday. Only significant past medical history is that the patient developed herpes zoster 2 weeks ago and was given acyclovir for treatment. Physical exam revealed well developed female who is only oriented to person. Large areas of ecchymosis noted on both arms and legs. Stat CBC revealed a platelet count of 18,000/mm3, hemoglobin of 8 g/dl and hematocrit of 24%. The patient was immediately transported to the Emergency Room by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) where further work up demonstrated idiopathic thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP).

Question:

What is the pathophysiology of TTP? 

<Type your response here>

Scenario 15: Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT)

A 64-year man is recovering from a transurethral resection of the prostate for treatment of benign prostate hyperplasia. The patient is receiving intravenous antibiotics for the urinary tract infection that was found on the preoperative urine culture and sensitivity (C & S). The post-operative course has been smooth and the APRN is removing the 3-way Foley catheter when there is a sudden release of bright red blood with many blood clots in the Foley bag. The patient becomes hypotensive, tachycardic and the APRN notes new ecchymoses on the patient’s arms and legs. The patient was immediately transferred to the surgical intensive care unit (SICU) and a stat hematology consult was conducted. Stat CBC, d-dimer, peripheral blood smear, partial thromboplastin time, Prothrombin time/international normalization ratio (INR), and fibrinogen labs were drawn. Results were:

CBC with markedly decreased platelet count, peripheral blood smear showed decreased number of platelets and presence of large platelets and fragmented red cells (schistocytes), prothrombin time prolonged as was the partial thromboplastin time. The d-dimer was markedly elevated, and fibrinogen level was low. The diagnosis of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) was made based on clinical picture and laboratory data.

Question 1 of 2:

What is DIC and how does it develop? 

<Type your response here>

Question 2 of 2:

What factors contribute to the development of DIC?  

<Type your response here>

Distinguish between Differential association theory and Differential identification theory-Name two short comings of the social process theories are: (a) and (b)

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(a) Distinguish between Differential association theory and Differential identification theory [1 point].

(b) Name two short comings of the social process theories are: (a) and (b) [1 point].

(c) Give an example of societal imposition of positive label [point 1].

(d) Two reasons is it so difficult to impose positive labels on individuals who were previously labeled negatively are: (a) and (ii) [2 points].

(e) Distinguish between external and inner containments [1 point].

(f) According to Reckless, the self becomes more important as a controlling agent as people participate more and more for longer periods of time away from a home base. Two reasons this is so are: (i) and (ii) [2 points].

Chapter 9

(a) List and briefly discuss the three analytical perspectives in Criminology [1.5 points].

(b) Give two reasons why a conflict perspective might not be suitable for today’s American Society? [1.5 points].

(c) Distinguish between Structural and instrumental criminology [1 point].

(d) List one basic disagreement between Left-Realist and Radical criminology [1 point].

(e) What are three implications of adopting the left-Realist approach for crime policy are (i) and (ii) [3 points].

Instructions

Single spacing

Write out each question before answering

Use a line to separate one question from another (for example, use a line to separat

Compare beach and Mitchell’s and Hogarth’s decision-making models.Describe and compare the three decision-making styles listed in the textbook.

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Research and summarize Janis and Mann’s decision-making model
1) Compare beach and Mitchell’s and Hogarth’s decision-making models.
2) Describe and compare the three decision-making styles listed in the textbook.
3) Research and summarize Janis and Mann’s decision-making model.

In the essay, give three factors as to why industrial psychology is important in business management. Explain how industrial psychology is important in business management.

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1. Explain how industrial psychology is important in business management.

2. Essay must have two introduction paragraphs, three main body paragraphs, and a conclusion.

3. In the essay, give three factors as to why industrial psychology is important in business management.

4. Identify five resources.

Determine the depreciation on the canoes purchased on November 3 using straight-line depreciation. Assume the useful life of the canoes is 4 years and the residual value is $0.

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Comprehensive Problem – Crater Canoe Company

Crater Canoe Company is a service-based company that rents canoes for use on local lakes and rivers. Amber Wilson graduated from college about 10 years ago with a BS in Business. Because she loves the outdoors, she has decided to begin a new business that will combine her love of outdoor activities with her business knowledge. Amber decides that she will create a new sole proprietorship, Crater Canoe Company or CCC for short. The business began operations on November 1, 2018.

The transactions for November have already been recorded and posted to the T-Accounts.

Requirements:

Part 1: Financial Statement Preparation:

Now we are at the end of December. The transactions for December are shown below. You will need to do the following:

  1. Record the transactions in a journal using correct journal entry format.
  2. Post the journal entries to the ledger (T-Accounts).
  3. Total the T-Accounts.
  4. Prepare the unadjusted Trial Balance.
  5. Record the adjusting journal entries based on the information below. (Post the adjusting entries to the T-Accounts. In the T-accounts, denote each adjusting amount as and an account balance as Bal.)
  6. Prepare an Adjusted Trial Balance.
  7. Prepare the income statement of Crater Canoe Company for the two months ended December 31, 2018.
  8. Prepare the statement of owner’s equity for the two months ended December 31, 2018.
  9. Prepare the balance sheet as of December 31, 2018.
  • Remember, the entries from November have already been recorded. The beginning balances in the T-Accounts as of December 1st represent the ending balances as of November 30th. Don’t forget to account for the beginning balances when you total your T-Accounts.

 

Part 2: Financial Statement Analysis:

As the accountant for the company, you will need to write a memo to the owner making an analysis of the financial position at December 31st. Make your analysis of the health of the company using the following calculations & ratios:

Working Capital

Current Ratio

Profit Margin

Debt to Equity

Calculate the ratios and explain what they tell us about the company – how can we use them to assess the health of the company. (Ratios can be found throughout the text and in Chapter 17.)

How does the company compare to others in the industry on the ratios? Assume that the industry average for the ratios is as follows:

Current Ratio 2.5

Profit Margin 38%

Debt to Equity 10%

Last, the owner is thinking about incorporating the business. Give her some advantages and disadvantages of doing so.

Use proper memo format for this portion of the assignment. Complete your memo in Word. Use your most professional business writing, correct grammar and spelling, and be thorough but brief. The memo should be approximately 1 – 1.5 pages. 

 

December Transactions:

 

Dec. 1 Amber Wilson, Owner contributed land on the river (worth $85,000) and a small building to use as a rental office (worth $35,000) in exchange for capital. (First transaction has been done for you – see Journal Entries and T-Accounts)
        1 Prepaid $3,000 for three months’ rent on the warehouse where the company stores the canoes.
        2 Purchased canoes signing a note payable for $7,200
        4 Purchased office supplies on account for $500.
        9 Received $4,700 cash for canoe rentals to customers.
      15 Rented canoes to customers for $3,500, but will be paid next month.
      16 Received a $850 deposit from a canoe rental group that will use the canoes next month.
      18 Paid the utilities ($150) and telephone bills ($175) from last month.
      19 Paid various accounts payable, $2,000.
      20 Received bills for the telephone ($275) and utilities ($295) which will be paid later.
      30 Paid wages of $1,900.
      31 Amber Wilson withdrew cash of $500 from the business.

 

 

Adjusting Entries (see Chapter 3 for examples of adjusting entries)

At December 31, the business gathers the following information for the adjusting entries:

  1. Office supplies on hand, $165
  2. Rent of one month has been used. (Hint: see Chapter 3 for adjusting for prepaids)
  3. Determine the depreciation on the building using straight-line depreciation. Assume the useful life of the building is five years and the residual value is $5,000. (Hint: The building was purchased on December 1.)
  4. $400 of unearned revenue has now been earned.
  5. The employee who has been working the rental booth has earned $1,250 in wages that will be paid January 15, 2019.
  6. Crater Canoes has earned $1,850 of canoe rental revenue that has not been recorded or received.
  7. Determine the depreciation on the canoes purchased on November 3 using straight-line depreciation. Assume the useful life of the canoes is 4 years and the residual value is $0.
  8. Determine the depreciation on the canoes purchased on December 2 using straight-line depreciation. Assume the useful life of the canoes is 4 years and the residual value is $0.
  9. Interest expense accrued on the notes payable, $50.

Discuss the answers to your Ethical/Social Issues question (from a strategy/policy perspective).

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Integration of Faith and Learning Paper Instructions

  • Review the Thompson text and apply your knowledge of strategy/policy and your Christian worldview.
  • Search the Bible (either the Old or New Testament) for a Bible verse(s) that would guide you in answering the Ethical/Social Issues question you have chosen.
  • In a minimum of 800 words, discuss this Bible verse and your Christian worldview as they relate to your chosen Ethical/Social Issues questions. NOTE: To earn better than a minimum grade (B) in grad school, you must go beyond the minimum and it must be considered excellent work.

A suggested format for this assignment is as follows:

  1. First section: Discuss the answers to your Ethical/Social Issues question (from a strategy/policy perspective).
  2. Second section: State your Bible verse and then discuss the verse(s). To properly address this section, it will require biblical research to put your verse(s) into context for the next section.
  3. Third paragraph: Discuss/analyze the importance of the Bible verse in addressing your chosen question from a Christian worldview perspective.

Submit this assignment by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Friday of Module/Week 7.

What were the underlying issues in the conflict, from the American perspective? Why did the United States believe it was justified in its actions? Conclude your discussion by explaining the outcome of the war.

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The most dramatic event in the history of relations between Mexico and the United States took place a century and a half ago. U.S. historians refer to this event as “The Mexican War,” while in Mexico they prefer to use the term “The U.S. Invasion.”

In a paper, discuss the annexation of Texas, the Texas Rebellion against Mexico, and the Mexican-American War from the American perspective. What were the underlying issues in the conflict, from the American perspective? Why did the United States believe it was justified in its actions? Conclude your discussion by explaining the outcome of the war.

Directions:

Your paper should be 2-3 pages long, not including the required Title and References pages.

Your paper should include an introduction, a body with at least three fully developed paragraphs, and a conclusion. It should contain a fully developed and supported thesis statement.
Include a minimum of two academic sources (journal articles, books, etc.) other than the textbook for the course.

What are business models and how are they a compliment to or alternative to traditional strategy models and tools? Outline your understanding of business innovation (BMI) and how BMI is different to product and process innovation.

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  1. What are business models and how are they a compliment to or alternative to traditional strategy models and tools? Outline your understanding of business innovation (BMI) and how BMI is different to product and process innovation.
  2. Critically evaluate the contention that traditional models of strategy bind companies into red oceans. In contrast, what are blue oceans and what tools can we use to look for and exploit blue oceans?

Remember:Provide full references to support your arguments. Try to use journals as much as possible. Many have been cited in lecture slides but also, try and research the most recent work published in respect of any of the core concepts.

Word count. 1500 words per each question. This excludes the bibliography so there is every incentive to demonstrate your reading and provide extensive ‘quality’ literature sources.

Important:

1.Tutor are going to prohibit use of a single company case study. What he mean is, don’t write an essay from the perspective of a single company. When using company examples, compare and contrast companies and use them to illustrate theoretical points.

2.Each question should make a contrast between what you think is 21 century strategy and what every you think preceded it.

3.Starting by questioning the question then spread the analyzing.