social science

Paper on Why Fathers Really Matter

Format your paper according to APA guidelines 7th ed. Include a title page with your name. Use levels of headings to support each item listed above. Be sure to cite and references your sources; even if you paraphrase what you read, you must still cite the source. *EXAMPLE ONLY Example: Compared the smoking cessation rates for smokers randomly assigned to use a nicotine patch versus a placebo patch.

This assignment is a take-home essay consisting of 3 questions, 2 double-spaced pages total, to test knowledge and assimilation of the course objectives. Please exclusively use the course materials to support each answer. To answer these questions paraphrase, do not use quotations. Please answer all three questions below in a paragraph format by listing the number followed by your answer. Please cite your sources using in-text citations; include a Reference List at the of your work. Review your work for errors before submitting it and ensure that it is grammatically correct. Your submission should be no more than 2 double-spaced pages in length. The Reference List may be included on the 3rd page. 1. Explain why China had to modernize in 19th century 2. Why is Steinberg skeptical about a few prominent NGOs? 3. Which events prompted the United Nations to write laws about human rights protections in Multi-National Corporations? Please note that all assignments must be written in Word and uploaded as attachments within the Assignments section of the classroom.  Use 12 pt. font and double-spaced.  Be sure to put your name and class information on the document and put your name on the file.  Insert page numbers.  Assignments will be graded using this rubric. Be sure to put your name and class information on the document and put your name on the file. Name your file: lastnamefirstnamePA2classsectionumber example: GonzalesJose PA2 IRLS21001 Assignments will be graded using this rubric.

Describe ways in which social science theory could be better incorporated into the field of family support. For more information read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_support

Unit:  A Discussion on Homeland Security Future and Evolving Challenges For this assignment, you will develop a 2-page executive summary that includes the following: A problem statement A description of background, key stakeholder positions Facts and assumptions The courses of action (COA) that have been considered The findings Your recommendations For more information read this:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cause_of_action

Random observation  Students will conduct a random observation on a subject of their choice and submit their observation. Random observations could be conducted in any social setting such as a workplace, a family or friend gathering, a party, an event of a volunteer or non-profit organization, a religious or traditional ritual occasion, etc. First, students are expected to read; 1) Geertz, C. (1973). Thick description, The interpretation of cultures. New York: Basic. and  2) Mills, C. W. (1959). The promise. The sociological imagination, 3-24.  Second, apply the two readings to their observations. In other words, they are expected to see the general (bigger picture) by looking at particular (the expectation is to find (indicate) as many larger social phenomena as possible, which appear to be role players in shaping the particular case you will be observing) Third, apply “thick description” to their observations by taking Geertz’s points into consideration.  Expectations of the assignment will become clear once you read those two pieces and attend the lecture on sociological imagination. Observations should be at least 1500 words (5 pages long), have a cover page, 1-inch margin, double space, Times New Roman 12. (APA or Chicago) For more information read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Realization_(probability)

Unit:  Maximum of Maximums; Retooling the Enterprise for Complex CatastrophesDeliverable Length:  2 pages (matrix may be enclosed in the paper)Using the technique of screening for the suitability, feasibility, acceptability, distinguishability, completeness, and evaluation criteria, conduct a critical analysis to identify the most practical course of action (COA). Develop a comparison matrix slide that examines the COAs against the evaluation criteria. Provide a supporting analysis in a 2-page information paper. For more information read this:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catastrophe_theory

Discussion 1: Pen Attack and Cyber Terrorism  There are a variety of ways that a cyber-attack can cause economic damage. In many cases, attackers try to “penetrate” systems in order to steal technology or other sensitive information. When do you think an attack can be classified as cyber terrorism? Please make your initial post and two response posts substantive. A substantive post will do at least TWO of the following: Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic Answer a question (in detail) posted by another student or the instructor Provide extensive additional information on the topic Explain, define, or analyze the topic in detail Share an applicable personal experience Provide an outside source (for example, an article from the UC Library) that applies to the topic, along with additional information about the topic or the source (please cite properly in APA 7)Make an argument concerning the topic. At least one scholarly source should be used in the initial discussion thread. Be sure to use information from your readings and other sources from the UC Library. Use proper citations and references in your post. Discussion 2: Impacts on Work productivity –After completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this week: Discuss what power in the context of leadership is and how it relates to bullying within organizations.  Also, note how this impacts productivity. Discuss what organizational culture is and how it impacts work productivity.  Also, note how organizational culture impacts the success of innovation implementation. How does culture impact leadership? Can culture be seen as a constraint on leadership? Please be sure to answer all the questions above in the initial post. Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.  Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following: Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topicExpand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information Answer a question posted by another student in detail Share an applicable personal experience Provide an outside source Make an argument At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial discussion thread.  Please ensure to use information from your readings and other sources from the UC Library.  Use APA references and in-text citations.

Using APA 7th edition format, write the complete citation for this article, including authors, year of publication, the title of the article, name of the journal, volume number of the journal, and page numbers of the article. Who were the participants in the study, how many were there, what was the sex and ethnicity of the participants, and how did the authors find them? Note: This will be in the Methods section. What question did the researchers want to answer? What were the hypotheses? What methods did the researchers use in the study to try to answer their questions? Note: This is found in the Methods section. How did the results answer the researchers’ questions? What were the limitations of the findings? What are the implications of the research findings and what future research do the authors suggest to contribute to this goal? Note: You will find this in the Conclusion section. Did you find the research interesting? What did you learn from it? What more would you like to know?

Discussion wk 10 SOCW 6443: Complementary and Alternative Approaches Client’s mother: I just don’t like the way it makes him act and feel. He doesn’t act like “himself” when he is taking the medications. He isn’t sleeping, and it’s like he is a stranger when he talks to me. I am worried that the cure is worse than his condition. Isn’t there something else we can try? Mental health professional: I hear that you are concerned, and you are looking for something else for us to try. I have some options that we could consider…Often mental health professionals see clients who are concerned that the side effects of the medications are worse than the disorder. Although some research supports the incorporation of a number of alternative therapies, many medical professionals are skeptical of alternative therapies. Additionally, some clients might hesitate to choose complementary or alternative therapies because they perceive them as unscientific.How might your own preconceived ideas about complementary and alternative therapies affect the options that you suggest to a client? How important is it that mental health professionals be well informed about alternative treatments? How can you expand your awareness of alternative therapies? For this Discussion, select a topic to discuss:1. Alternative approaches used to treat anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders2. Complementary approaches in the treatment of anxiety and depression Post a brief description of the complementary or alternative approach you consider most effective in treating an anxiety disorder and why. Explain the benefits and limitations of the approach. Support the use of this approach with evidence from the Learning Resources and other scholarly sources. Explain the role of the mental health professional in the use of these approaches.Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources incite references and full references in APA 7th addition formatResourcesPreston, J. D., O’Neal, J. H., & Talaga, M. C. (2017). Handbook of clinical psychopharmacology for therapists (8th ed.). Oakland, CA: New Harbinger.Chapter 20, “Over-the-Counter Dietary Supplements and Herbal Products” (pp. 239-242)National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. (2017). Health. Retrieved from https://nccih.nih.gov/