The objective of this assignment is to study the cost and duration of an IT project.

The objective of this assignment is to study the cost and duration of an IT project. You can use Windows QM or Excel QM for the project. The student must provide real data for an IT project with a MINIMUM of 12 ACTIVITIES that MUST include ALL of the following information: 1- List of all activities with their description 2- Specify the precedency of each activity 3- Three time estimates for each activity (optimistic, most probable and pessimistic) 4- The direct cost of each activity The study of the project must include: 1- The project network, 2- The expected time for each activity, 3- The variance of each activity, 4- The expected duration for the project, 5- The critical path of the project, 6- The standard deviation of the project, 7- The probability of finishing the project with less than 75% of the expected duration of the project, 8- The probability of finishing the project with less than 125% of the expected duration of the project, 9- The activity cost table, 10- The budgeted Cost table using Earliest Start Times, 11- The Monitoring and Controlling Budgeted Cost table up to 75% of the expected duration of the project, 12- The project Crashing table.

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. How might a concussion acutely affect hearing and balance?

Description

1. Choose a disorder (multiple sclerosis) and present the cause, how it is diagnosed and treated. Provide a citation (APA format) for the source in your post (2-3 Paragraphs) 2. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. How might a concussion acutely affect hearing and balance? While concussions were once considered to be fairly innocuous, new research is emerging to suggest that concussions may have an impact on future brain health. What are some potential long term side effects? Imagine you were a parent and your child came to you wanting to play a sport where there is a high rate of concussion. Would you allow them to play? Why or why not? include at least one citation (APA format) and be 2-3 paragraphs in length

What is the relationship between the length of unemployment in months and self-reported crimes from adults aged 21 to 45 in Brisbane, Queensland?

Research Question(RQ) and keynote to remember.

The feedback I got from my lecturer during our one on one regarding the expectation of this task. I have chosen the same topic as the first assessment. The research question has been improved so it is more specific.

Make sure your writing is sharp and avoid phrases such as the fact that, so this means that, and this is interesting because focus language assists with delivering your argument. It would help if you logically built your argument so that your idea flows throughout the paper.

Ensure the variables have a specific relationship with the research question and hypothesis.

Your research question must be spot on because without a good RQ, you will not be able to collect data that will support your claims.

Make sure you define the data or data collections correctly.

RQ

What is the relationship between the length of unemployment in months and self-reported crimes from adults aged 21 to 45 in Brisbane, Queensland?

 

To be able to faithfully communicate the relationship between these two variables, you will need to look at data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and compare unemployment and crime rates.

Based every aspect of the research on previous empirical articles that have examined aspects of relevance to your research question. This will give you a logically defensible paper.

Make sure you follow the Exemplar and address every point in the section. Make sure you are only looking at empirical studies that are directly relevant to your RQ. The ABS has lots of information as well that you can explore. Keep in mind that this research is focused on Australia and Brisbane, Queensland, specifically. If you are going to look at studies outside of this demographic, make sure that they are particularly important to your research question.

How does an educational difference between couples associated with gender division of work between paid and unpaid work?

Education Disparity

  1. Do you think education has an impact on gender division of labour at home?
  2. Have you ever engaged in female roles at home? If yes, please specify what roles did you perform?
  3. Do you think educational achievement of women affect relationships with their husbands in terms of what roles they need to perform at home?
  4. As an educated woman, do you think your husband should help you with house chores? If yes, what roles do you prefer they perform?
  5. What challenges do educated women undergo when there is need to balance between paid and unpaid work?
  6. Do you think maternity leave affects the amount of pay women receive despite same educational achievements with male counterparts?

 

Gender Ideology

  1. Do you believe there is gender roles people should follow?
  2. In the present society, do you think there is disparity in the impacts of gender roles in men and women?
  3. How does a person’s upbringing affect their gender roles?
  4. What is your opinion about gender stereotypes? does gender roles still remain in most societies?
  5. What is the belief in your culture about masculine and feminine roles?

 

Conducting Interview

A tape recorder was used to gather information from all respondents. Interviews were kept short, lasting ten minutes.

Summary of Findings

The themes of the study contributed to the understanding of the factors that affect the division of labour between paid and unpaid work. The respondents’ responses supported the findings of other studies about social norms as a driver to the research topic. The rise in formal education, western influences and gender policies has led to new ways to think about how gender affects the division of labour at home and work (Chesley and Flood, 2017). Most respondents pointed out the role of masculinity in the division of labour and how it resists changes in home work roles. Most males felt they could not engage in home work because social norms dictate they engage in masculine jobs. Education had a substantial impact on gendered roles. For example, educated male respondents held less conservative views about females engaging in feminine roles and men engaging in masculine roles. Some male respondents stated there is no harm in taking up female home roles, particularly when their wives are not around. However, they mentioned that childbirth roles are the responsibility of the females.

New norms, attitudes, and practices existed alongside conventional ideologies and beliefs. The influence of education significantly affected gender roles. For example, some shifted their daily roles and resisted some social norms. Some respondents framed men’s participation in unpaid work in such a manner that left ideologies untouched for masculinity. The approach facilitated adherence to the ideologies of men as inherently superior and permitted more gender-equal norms and practices within contexts of masculine domination. Thus, the themes improved understanding of education differences, social norms, and gender ideologies in the gendered division of labour between paid and unpaid work. Also, the findings showed that social norms were significant factors that contributed to the gap in labour division and are constructed as well as deconstructed, contested, and reinforced via interactions within power relations.

Interview Experience

The purpose of the interview was to gather information from respondents about the division of labour between paid and unpaid work in UK. The interview was successful. The number of respondents considered here was ten (10). Out of the selected participants, eight (8) completed the interview; two (2) failed to send consent to participate, because of unexpected changes in their work schedule. Some of the aspects that determined the interview’s success include: 80% participation, the respondents fully answered interview questions, interview proceeded with minimal distraction.

 

Part B: Group Working (15% of the marks)

Project Summary

Topic

Decision-making in households in relation to quality of life or human capital. The research question to be addressed is “The gender division of labour between paid and unpaid work in the UK”.

Research Skill/Method

Collection and analysis of Primary data. The data collection will be achieved through semi-structured interviews. The goal of the semi-structured interview is to collect data from participants with personal experience, perceptions, beliefs, and attitude towards the topic.

Research question

The study proposed three research questions:

  • How does the strength of gendered social norms affect equal division of work?
  • How does an educational difference between couples associated with gender division of work between paid and unpaid work?
  • How does men’s gender ideology associate with the division of work compared to gender ideology of women?
As a man, can you engage in feminine roles at home?

Collection and analysis of primary data

Data collection will be achieved through semi-structured interviews. The goal of semi-structured interview is to collect data from participants with personal experience, perceptions, beliefs, and attitudes about a particular topic. McIntosh and Morse (2015) add that researchers use this type of interview to gather new and explanatory data and triangulate other sources of data to substantiate results through member checking. The research question is whether there is gender paid gap between paid and unpaid work. The plan for the semi-structured interview constitutes several steps.

Identifying Research Participants

After stipulating a well-defined study purpose and outlining the research question, the next step will be to identify what participants will be relevant. This helps to determine what respondents will provide the right information to research questions. According to Harrell and Bradley (2009), good interviewees are those who are willing and available for an interview and possess the lived knowledge and experience concerning a topic of interest.

Considering Ethical Issues

Before beginning the interview, it is vital to have a strong ethical stance (Whiting, 2008). All through the research process, respondents will be treated with sensitivity, respect, and subtlety. In the semi-structured interviews, participants will be required to give personal and sensitive information, so the research and participant have a power imbalance to address (Husband, 2020). The last point to bear in mind is minimizing the possibility of harm to participants and their information, as well as ensuring that participants are fully informed about the study’s objective and methodology.

Plan Logistic Aspects and Participants’ Recruiting

Before the interview, the researcher will make decisions and plan the best methods for contacting participants and obtaining informed consent, arranging interviews at times that are suitable for both parties and testing the required tools such as recording equipment. Most experienced researchers have done interviews in far less than optimal venues, but the interview site ideally avoids distractions and is acceptable for the subject. For example, the interview room will be private, quiet, and good for recording. The first point of contact will be by email and phone (WhatsApp) and then additional information can be provided so respondents decide whether or not they can participate. A prospective participant will be aware of the survey’s length, scope, goal, and participants before signing up. Respondents will be made aware that they have the option of not taking part or withdraw at any moment, even when the interview commence.

The research questions include:

  1. How does the strength of gendered social norms affect equal division of work?
  2. How does an educational difference between couples associated with gender division of work, that is, between paid and unpaid work?
  3. How does men’s gender ideology associate with the division of work compared to gender ideology of women?

Interview Questions

Asking respondents respective interview questions aimed to answer research questions and prove research hypotheses (Mourougan and Sethuraman, 2017). These questions helped to evaluate the importance of the research based on respondents’ responses. Research themes include: the influence of social norms, education disparity, and gender ideology on division of labour between paid and unpaid work. The interview questions were arranged into appropriate groups based on these themes.

Social Norms

  1. Has gender roles changed today? If yes, state how gender roles has changed?
  2. Does masculinity has an effect on gender division of labour at home?
  3. As a man, can you engage in feminine roles at home?
  4. Do you think it is okay for men to take up traditional female roles? If yes, to what extend can you go in performing these roles?
  5. How does an upbringing gender role affect division of labour?
  6. What is the relationship between culture and distribution of roles at home?
  7. What beliefs direct gendered division of labour?
If the focus is on getting university student perspectives on racialized school discipline, which is the justification for focusing on university students rather than for example high or middle school students?

It seems like the focus of this research is on better understanding how Students of Color, primarily Black students are more severely disciplined in classrooms–which can be connected to larger equities based upon racist social and educational structures. And the research site will be a university; which seems to be a retrospective study of how university students reflect on discipline in their education career (is this a correct reading? ).

If the focus is on getting university student perspectives on racialized school discipline, which is the justification for focusing on university students rather than for example high or middle school students?

In addition, having mixed gender and age groups of participants, will there also be mixed racial groups represented in the participants as well? Also think about what qualitative research methodology you will use for this research design.

 

 

Racial disparities and discrimination in education

Nobody can dispute the prevalence of prejudice that non-white Americans encounter from their compatriots. Discrimination against African-Americans is rooted in deeper issues than white ladies phoning the police on an innocent black man. Caucasian-Americans was reported to be seven times wealthier than African-Americans on average in 2019. Racism has crept into our educational institutions as well. According to research, black kids are more likely to be suspended or expelled than their white peers (Diette et al., 2021). Students who are in danger of being suspended are more likely to end up on the wrong side of the law. Because of this, we urgently need to overhaul our educational system to eliminate its racial imbalances.

This research is of extraordinary significant and it will help those in the educational sector to come up with different policies to ensure that everyone get access to equal education. In the recent past, opportunities in education have been given based on race, and this has really affected the education sector. This research is needed by both the public and private sectors involved in education.

This research will be conducted in the university setup because they are the people who are mostly affected. We will collect views from different students in different universities situated in America. We will consider having a target group of 100 people with 50 gents and 50 ladies aged between 20 years old and 35 years old and we will involve them in a debate to share their views on the topic.

In this research, data will be collected through interviews, administering questionnaires, and also direct observation. Secondary data will also be collected from journals. The data collected will then be analyzed and discussed while comparing it with the past works of literature.

References

Diette, T. M., Hamilton, D., Goldsmith, A. H., & Darity, W. A. (2021). Does the Negro need separate schools? A retrospective analysis of the racial composition of schools and Black adult academic and economic success. RSF: The Russell Sage Foundation Journal of the Social Sciences, 7(1), 166-186.

Provide an example of a misunderstanding between a culture or subculture group and criminal justice professionals.

Description

in this assignment you will focus on one culture or subculture and how its views of and past misunderstandings with criminal justice professionals might impact interactions between the groups. Choose a culture or subculture group that you would like to examine further. For each section below, provide the following: Views Summarize, in 150–300 words, an example of each of the following: Viewpoints your chosen culture or subculture group might have about criminal justice professionals An explanation of why this group might hold those views Misunderstandings. Provide an example of a misunderstanding this culture or subculture group has had with criminal justice professionals. You must consider/choose one of the following areas: Language Religion/Beliefs Deafness Illiteracy Professional Practices Next, explore each of the professional practices listed below. For each practice, in 50–100 words, describe the practice and then bullet point some of the possible outcomes of instituting it: Understanding the public Diversity training Procedural justice Police legitimacy Diverse hiring practices Specifically, the following rubric criteria must be addressed: Explore the viewpoints of a culture or subculture group and why that group might hold those views. Provide an example of a misunderstanding between a culture or subculture group and criminal justice professionals. Describe professional practices and possible outcomes. Guidelines for Submission: This assignment must be completed in written format. Any references must be cited in APA format.

Critically reflect on how effective leadership can support service needs

6104NRS Reflection Rubric Leadership, management and supervision Assignment Section Two: Reflection 2000 words Learning Outcomes Critically explore the concept of leadership in nursing practice. Critically appraise methods and models of decision-making in nursing. Critically examine the role of nurse leaders in the creation of a safe environment for all stakeholders Critically reflect on how effective leadership can support service needs in a dynamic political, social, technical, economic, organisational and professional environment. Section Content to consider Title Reflect upon the challenges you may face introducing change within a department in your future role as an RN The reflection mirrors the content in the Section one presentation and must also address all learning outcomes. There is no requirement to include model of reflection. Introduction Guide: 100 words • Introduce yourself and your placement • Outline the main themes of the reflection Clearly signpost the reader What are you going to address in your assignment? LO(1): Critically explore the concept of leadership in nursing practice Guide: 450 words What are the challenges to effective leadership, consider what you have seen in the placements where you have been. Why is leadership important in a healthcare setting? Use the literature to support what you are saying. Critically analyse the challenges of compassionate Leadership supporting change, in relation to your values and behaviours: • Compassionate leadership qualities • Self-compassion • Emotional intelligence/Self-awareness • You as a Role model • Communication and listening • How these factors can influence change Reference each point to academic literature Relate to yourself and the learning outcome as it applies to you leading change. What would you consider were the leadership qualities you need to display and put into action? What might the challenges be for you in relation to these qualities? Qualities such as lead by example, clarity of vision, consistency, engagement, listening. Feedback back to those you are working with what you are doing, keeping them informed. Refer to the literature. LO(2): Critically appraise methods and models of decision-making in nursing Guide: 450 words You must ask why in this section of your work. Consider models of decision making introducing to your work. Examples include: • Intuitive humanist model • Information processing model • O’Neills Clinical Decision Making Model • 7 steps model • Rational Model • Simon’s Decision Making Model • Group Decision Making Model • Clinical Decision Making Model. • Ethical Decision Making Model. Critically analyse the challenges of how your decisionmaking can introduce successful change • Fostering successful Teamwork • Inter-professional working • Reflection • Problem solving • Managing Resources and information • Creating conditions for lasting improvements • Acting on staff and patient voice Reference each point to academic literature Relate to yourself and the learning outcome as it applies to your leadership decision-making. What would strategies, behaviours and values you need to display and put into action? LO(3): Critically examine the role of nurse leaders in the creation of a safe environment for all stakeholders Guide: 450 words Please consider the bullet points as a guide. What challenges might nurse leaders experience in creating a safe environment? Time constraints. Lack of support. Staffing Issues. Raising Concerns. Issues of delegation. Critically analyse the challenges of bringing about change • Performance management • Relationship factors team building. • Supervision/Debriefs • Teaching/CPD/Coaching timely training for staff. • Interdisciplinary partnership • Managing conflict de-escalation of issues, teambuilding • Promoting positive workplace cultures • Patient experience patient feedback • Relate to your actions when implementing change Reference each point to academic literature Relate to yourself and the learning outcome as it applies to creating and maintaining safe environments for staff and patients. What do you need to understand and implement? What does the organisation, national policy and the profession advise? LO(4): Critically reflect on how effective leadership can support service needs Guide: 450 words Please consider all the factors listed. You might consider the impact on service users of ineffective leadership; you might like to consider some of the inquiries. Ask yourself why as that will help you to develop your discussion. Critically analyse the challenges and relate to these factors: • Dynamic: Managing a very fluid environment Patient turnover • Political: Introducing government led directives/policy, such as Dalton Review • Social: Relationships, cultivating shared vision for change Relate to yourself and the learning outcome considering each factor. • Technical: Introducing new working practices • Economic: Considering the cost of change or reluctance to change cost effectiveness. • Organisational: Trust priorities for patient safety through innovation and changing practice at a local level • Professional environment: Relevant NMC Code sections Revalidation. Reference each point to academic literature Conclusion Guide: 100 words • Summary of the main themes in relation to the learning outcomes Do not introduce new information here that you have not already covered in the presentation. What have you learned from this piece of work? You can use references in the conclusion. Reference List Provide one reference list of academic and policies you have referred to in alphabetical order with on-line links Your references must adhere to the LJMU Harvard Guide throughout. Ensure your reference list is in alphabetical order. Include all your references in your reference list. Overall Check List • Signpost a logical path through the text • Link points well • Deliver points with critically analyse • Address all learning outcomes • Maintained confidentiality • Have good grammar, spelling and presentation style • Demonstrate understanding of the subject • Present references in the LJMU Harvard System Whilst no points are specifically awarded, presentation and writing style are considered when awarding the overall mark Top Tips 1. Plan your work before you start. a. Consider the word count guide in the assignment brief. 2. Check that your work is meeting the learning outcomes. 3. Follow the assignment brief. 4. Proof read your work before submission. 5. Consider the PEEL model of paragraphing in your work. a. Plan what will be in each paragraph before starting to write. 6. Ensure that you include all the references you use in your reference list. 7. Check your work for grammar errors. 8. There is a Q & A on CANVAS which you might find helpful. 9. They are to focus on the challenges they will face introducing change. They may use aspects of their observations if change has been witnessed. They could use different examples. 10.

What helpful details did you pull from the video or web link?  If it’s a short or comical link, what amused you and why?

Full Instructions for this Assignment: The Screwtape Letters

We have four videos and one reading to view, review and react to in this assignment:

  1. “Letter 1 illustrated” The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis Doodle (1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3MWVMKKY3A
  2. “Letter 6” The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis Doodle (6) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncte16GirMk
  3. “Letter 7” The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis Doodle (VII) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPvThvejsrI
  4. Beyond Narnia “C S Lewis: Beyond Narnia” https://vimeo.com/30684958

Comment on 4 concrete details, one from youth, college years, middle age, and old age.

  1. “Bible on Satan” https://www.biblegateway.com/quicksearch/?quicksearch=the+devil&qs_version=NIV&limit=50

Choose two or more of interest and explain why.

 

For all of numbers 1 through 5 above and provide 2-3 concrete details. That includes 4 or more points covering youth, college, middle age and old age in Lewis’s 40-minute biography “C S Lewis Beyond Narnia.” Remember the following for all 5 links above: list 2-3 reactions to lessons and facts or insights – here our learning target focuses on content.  What important facts did you learn?  What helpful details did you pull from the video or web link?  If it’s a short or comical link, what amused you and why? Focus on your interpretation, not what goes on, but what you think and why