Briefly Describe The Human Or Social Services Organization

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Assignment: Action Research Survey

Action research by its very nature is participatory and should allow all interested parties to participate in voicing their opinions, concerns, or ideas. Survey creation is often an attractive method by which to collect information from groups of people (though it is not the only method). Since action research is often less formalized than other types of research, survey creation can be more casual and conversational. The goal is for teams or groups to collect enough information from the surveys that they can then begin the next phases of action research: interpreting and implementing.

In this Assignment, you develop a survey that could be used in an action research project.   To Prepare  Imagine that you are implementing a well-being program for the staff at the human or social services organization at which you currently work or one at which you might work in the future. Consider how you might use an open-ended survey to determine the needs for this program.

The Assignment (1–2 pages): •Briefly describe the human or social services organization (real or hypothetical) for which you are creating your survey. •Create a 10-item, open-ended question survey that you could use to determine the needs for a well-being program for the staff.  •Briefly explain why you selected each question for the survey. •Finally, describe the medium you would use to deliver the survey.

Babbie, E. (2016). The basics of social research (7th ed.). Belmont, CA: Cengage.   •Chapter 9, “Survey Research” (pp. 254–294)

https://cengagebrain.vitalsource.com/books/9781305856318/pageid/283

Required Readings  Babbie, E. (2016). The basics of social research (7th ed.). Belmont, CA: Cengage.   •Chapter 9, “Survey Research” (pp. 254–294) •Chapter 10, “Qualitative Field Methods” (pp. 313–316 only)

Chevalier, J. M., & Buckles, D. J. (2013). Handbook for participatory action research, planning, and evaluation. Retrieved from http://www.participatoryactionresearch.net/sites/default/files/sites/all/files/manager/Toolkit_En_March7_2013-S.pdf    Crane, P. (2011). Participatory action research workbook. Retrieved from http://eprints.qut.edu.au/41575/2/41575.pdf

Stringer, E. T. (2013). Who does action research and why do they do it? In Action research (4th ed., pp. 1–5). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. Action Research (4th Ed.),

1500 Word Response Paper

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RESPONSE PAPER INSTRUCTIONS

Having completed the unit of philosophy of religion, you are now ready to respond to an article written by an actual atheist. This article titled “On Being an Atheist,” was written by H. J. McCloskey in 1968 for the journal Question. McCloskey is an Australian philosopher who wrote a number of atheistic works in the 1960s and 70s including the book God and Evil (Nijhoff, 1974). In this article, McCloskey is both critical of the classical arguments for God’s existence and offers the problem of evil as a reason why one should not believe in God. Please note the following parameters for this paper:

1. Your assignment is to read McCloskey’s short article found in the Reading & Study folder in Module/Week 7 and respond to each of the questions below. Your instructor is looking for a detailed response to each question.

2. The response paper is to be a minimum of 1,500 words (not including quotes) and must be written as a single essay and not just a list of answers to questions.

3. The basis for your answers must primarily come from the resources provided in the lessons covering the philosophy of religion unit of the course (Evans and Manis, Craig, and the presentation) and these sources must be mentioned in your paper. You are not merely to quote these sources as an answer to the question—answer them in your own words.

4. You may use other outside sources as well, as long as you properly document them. However, outside sources are not necessary. Each of the questions can be answered from the sources provided in the lessons.

5. While the use of the Bible is not restricted, its use is not necessary and is discouraged unless you intend to explain the context of the passage and how that context applies to the issue at hand in accordance with the guidelines provided earlier in the course. You are not to merely quote scripture passages as answers to the questions. Remember this is a philosophical essay not a biblical or theological essay.

6. While you may quote from sources, all quotations must be properly cited and quotes from sources will not count towards the 1,500 word count of the paper.

7. You may be critical of McCloskey, but must remain respectful. Any disparaging comment(s) about McCloskey will result in a significant reduction in grade.

8. Please note that this paper will be submitted through SafeAssign, which is a plagiarism detection program. The program is a database of previously submitted papers including copies of papers that have been located on the Internet. Once submitted, your paper will become part of the database as well. The program detects not only exact wording but similar wording. This means that if you plagiarize, it is very likely that it will be discovered. Plagiarism will result in a 0 for the paper and the likelihood of you being dropped from the course.

 

Specifically, you must address the following questions in your paper:

1. McCloskey refers to the arguments as “proofs” and often implies that they can’t definitively establish the case for God, so therefore they should be abandoned. What would you say about this in light of Foreman’s comments in his “Approaching the Question of God’s Existence” presentation?

2. On the Cosmological Argument:

a. McCloskey claims that the “mere existence of the world constitutes no reason for believing in such a being [i.e., a necessarily existing being].” Using Evans and Manis’ discussion of the non-temporal form of the argument (on pp. 69–77), explain why the cause of the universe must be necessary (and therefore uncaused).

b. McCloskey also claims that the cosmological argument “does not entitle us to postulate an all-powerful, all-perfect, uncaused cause.” In light of Evans and Manis’ final paragraph on the cosmological argument (p. 77), how might you respond to McCloskey?

3. On the Teleological Argument:

a. McCloskey claims that “to get the proof going, genuine indisputable examples of design and purpose are needed.” Discuss this standard of “indisputability” which he calls a “very conclusive objection.” Is it reasonable?

b. From your reading in Evans and Manis, can you offer an example of design that, while not necessarily “indisputable,” you believe provides strong evidence of a designer of the universe?

c. McCloskey implies that evolution has displaced the need for a designer. Assuming evolution is true, for argument’s sake, how would you respond to McCloskey (see Evans and Manis pp. 82–83)?

d. McCloskey claims that the presence of imperfection and evil in the world argues against “the perfection of the divine design or divine purpose in the world.” Remembering Evans’ comments about the limitations of the conclusion of the cosmological argument, how might you respond to McCloskey’s charge about the teleological argument?

4. On the Problem of Evil:

a. McCloskey’s main objection to theism is the presence of evil in the world and he raises it several times: “No being who was perfect could have created a world in which there was avoidable suffering or in which his creatures would (and in fact could have been created so as not to) engage in morally evil acts, acts which very often result in injury to innocent persons.” The language of this claim seems to imply that it is an example of the logical form of the problem. Given this implication and using Evans and Manis’ discussion of the logical problem (pp. 159–168, noting especially his concluding paragraphs to this section), how might you respond to McCloskey?

 

b. McCloskey specifically discusses the free will argument, asking “might not God have very easily so have arranged the world and biased man to virtue that men always freely chose what is right?” From what you have already learned about free will in the course, and what Evans and Manis says about the free will theodicy, especially the section on Mackie and Plantinga’s response (pp. 163–166) and what he says about the evidential problem (pp. 168–172), how would you respond to McCloskey’s question?

5. On Atheism as Comforting:

a. In the final pages of McCloskey’s article, he claims that atheism is more comforting than theism. Using the argument presented by William Lane Craig in the article “The Absurdity of Life without God,” (located in Reading & Study for Module/Week 6), respond to McCloskey’s claim.

Research Design And Sampling (BRILLIANT ANSWERS)

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Using the empirical research article that your instructor approved in the Week 5 assignment, ask yourself: “Is this a quantitative research article or a qualitative research article?” Remember, in quantitative research, the emphasis is on measuring social phenomenon because it is assumed that everything can be observed, measured, and quantified. On the other hand, in qualitative research, it is assumed that social phenomenon cannot be easily reduced and broken down into concepts that can be measured and quantified. Instead, there may be different meanings to phenomenon and experiences. Often in qualitative research, researchers use interviews, focus groups and observations to gather data and then report their findings using words and quotations.

Consider how these different methods affect the sampling design and recruitment strategy, and ask yourself how the recruitment of research participants will affect the findings.

For this Assignment, submit a 3-4 page paper. Complete the following:

  • Read your selected empirical research article, and identify whether the study is a quantitative or qualitative study. Justify the reasons why you believe it is a quantitative or qualitative study. (Your instructor will indicate to you if you are correct in identifying the research design. This will point you to whether you will use the “Quantitative Article and Review Critique” or the “Qualitative Article and Review Critique” guidelines for the final assignment in week 10.)
  • Using the empirical research article, focus on the sampling method in the study and begin to evaluate the sampling method by answering the following:
    • Describe the sampling methods in your own words (paraphrase, do not quote from the article).
    • Describe the generalizability or the transferability of the research finding based on the sampling method.
    • Discuss the limitations the article identified with the sample and how those limitations affect the reliability or credibility.
    • Explain one recommendation you would make to improve the sampling plan of the study that would address these limitations in future research.

Describe how a counselor’s knowledge of the abuse cycle would assist in detecting partner abuse.

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Conduct an internet search about the murder of Yeardley Love. After researching the story, write a 500­-750-word essay addressing the following.

  1. Assuming there was abuse occurring prior to the death of Yeardley Love, hypothesize how it may have been difficult for a counselor to assess and identify this abuse.
  2. Describe how a counselor’s knowledge of the abuse cycle would assist in detecting partner abuse.

Include a minimum of two scholarly references in addition to the textbook.

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

discipline in the humanities or social sciences you are using.

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Philipp Mayring, “Qualitative Content Analysis”, Forum: Qualitative Social Research, Volume 1, Number 2, Article 20, June 2000  (Week 9)

Identifying Consequences Of One’s Action

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Problem 1: The Major of a large city was given a free membership in an exclusive golf club by people who have received several city contracts. He also accepted gifts from organizations that have not done business with the city but might in the future. The gifts range from $200 tickets to professional sports events to designer watches and jewelry. 

 

Problem 2: A college instructor is pursuing her doctorate in night school. To gain extra time for her own studies, she gives her students the same lectures, the same assignments, and the same examinations semester after semester without the slightest effort to improve them. 

 

Problem 3: Todd and Edna have been married for three years. They have had serious problems. Edna is a heavy drinker, and Todd cannot keep a job. Also, they have bickered and fought constantly since their marriage. Deciding that the way to overcome their problems is to have a child, they stop practicing birth control, and Edna becomes pregnant 

Historical perspectives concerning the nature and meaning of assessment and testing in counseling.

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Complete the Topic 1 Short Answer Questions Worksheet.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 2.F.7.a. Historical perspectives concerning the nature and meaning of assessment and testing in counseling.

Essay: The War At Home

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Over the past month you have been reading The war at home – One family’s fight against PTSD. Think back about this family’s story and write an essay that addresses the following:

  • In your opening introductory paragraph, imagine you are asked for your recommendation on this book. Provide a very brief statement of your opinion. For example, how would you describe the book and attempt to convince someone to read it. If you do not think it is worth reading, then describe the book to tell the person why they should not read it. Either perspective is welcome, as you are expressing your personal opinion and backing it up with well-thought out reasoning. This introduction should be no more than one paragraph and should not exceed one half page.
  • How did Shawn and Justin describe the military culture? Explain and provide examples.
  • What were some of the warning signs and/or behaviors that indicated to you that Justin might be living with PTSD? When do you think Shawn and Justin first became aware that something was wrong? Did they become aware at the same time or did one of them realize something was wrong before the other? Cite two or more specific statements from the book to support your response.
  • Review the four main characteristics of PTSD that you learned in Module 1. If you had the opportunity to observe Justin during his first few years at home following his discharge, how would you assess his behavior against the main characteristics of PTSD? To what extent do you think his behavior was consistent with these classic characteristics? How so?
  • A lot of time passes and frightening events occur before Justin admits to himself and Shawn that he needs help. Where do you think Justin’s turning point occurred and what precipitated it?
  • Close your essay with a well thought-out final reflection paragraph that shares the most significant thing you learned from reading this book. Why was it so significant for you?
  • Your essay should be 2 full pages  pages in length. It should be grammar and spell checked. This is an essay, so please avoid yes/no answers. All references and sources must be cited in APA formatting. Please provide an introductory paragraph and a concluding paragraph.

You will need access to the following references:

Gourley, S.  (2015) The War at Home: One family’s fight Against PTSD.  2nd Edition

Friedman, M.J. (2015) Posttraumatic and Acute Stress Disorders. 6th Edition.

Role Play a Possible Crisis in Life Events

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Role Play a Possible Crisis in Life Events

For this discussion, you will take on the role of a bereaved client  and counselor and create a script of a hypothetical counseling session.  The script will be at least 20 responses, including 10 from the client  and 10 from the counselor. Your responses as the counselor will include  crisis intervention techniques. Then, summarize the characteristics of  the client’s crisis to state whether the client’s reactions are  developmentally appropriate reactions to the situation’s life obstacle.  Consider playing up the potential risks and respond to those risks. See  the cases provided below.

You will present the following:

  • A brief introduction to the client scenario. Ensure you do not use up your counseling script getting to know each other!
  • The counseling session script.
  • A discussion of the crisis interventions you applied in the session.
  • A discussion of how your client’s developmental life stage affected your application of your chosen approach.
  • A reflection of how you might respond to your selected client.

This discussion response should be a minimum of 500 words and maximum of 700 words.

Cases:

  1. The Cortez Family: The husband dies while in his early 50s. The  wife has two children at home and one in college. She seems to be  functioning normally from outward appearances. The day after the  funeral, she goes to her bridge club without noticeable grief.
  2. The Xiang Family: This case involves the bereavement of a family  following the suicide of a teenage son. No apparent indicators were  previously noted by parents, though the sister knew of the boy’s  depression. The mother is unable to return to work, stays in bed, and  will not eat or talk on phone. Five weeks have passed.
  3. Hattie: Hattie is in her late 40s, is legally blind, and has been  through a separation and divorce. She has no children, lives away from a  family support system, and cries frequently, even at work.
  4. Pat: Pat is experiencing bereavement following a recent diagnosis  of being HIV-positive at age 25. He invites a large number of social  contacts to a “Bare It All” party, some of whom are close friends, while others are mere acquaintances. His invitation states that “anything goes.”

Public Health Policy Reform In The United States

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Overview: For this assignment, you will submit a brief, 2-page paper discussing policy reform in the United States. Currently, the U.S. constitution limits whether and how government agencies or actors can conduct sweeping policy reforms.

Specifically, the following critical element must be addressed:

Restrictions: Identify some examples of how the U.S. government is restricted from adopting sweeping policy reform to address an identified public health issue.

Pros and Cons: Explain at least one pro and one con of that restriction.

Alternative: Conclude by proposing an alternative way to solve the public health issue. Be sure your proposal considers population health improvement.

Guidelines for Submission: The short paper should follow these formatting guidelines: at least 2 pages in length in MS Word format, double spaced, with 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and at least 3 citations in APA style.