Information systems are an essential competitive resource for health care organizations and are critical in supporting strategic decision making, administrative operations, and patient care in an increasingly information intensive industry. What changes are information systems, in general, and the electronic medical record (EMR), specifically, bringing to health care and how do they impact strategic planning? What data and predictive analytics are available through the EMR? How can information systems be used for effective strategic planning?

Information systems are an essential competitive resource for health care organizations and are critical in supporting strategic decision making, administrative operations, and patient care in an increasingly information intensive industry.

What changes are information systems, in general, and the electronic medical record (EMR), specifically, bringing to health care and how do they impact strategic planning?
What data and predictive analytics are available through the EMR?
How can information systems be used for effective strategic planning?

As we learned in Week 1, the State of Boring takes environmental conservation very seriously. It keeps its shores impeccably clean; has strict plastic use regulations and multiple mandatory recycling programs, as well as strict emissions laws. It recently found though that one of its beaches has been impacted drastically by an increase in garbage coming from the ocean, as well as waste. This is negatively impacting the marine wildlife and ecosystems in the area. The beach is no longer safe for residents to utilize. The cause has been determined to be from the State of Anarchy dumping its garbage and manufacturing wastes into the ocean. This pollution is also affecting Anarchy’s shores and Cabal’s. In your post this week, discuss how Anarchy’s actions are an international law problem. Are there any global environmental agreements into which the three island states could enter to resolve these issues or should the states create a new international agreement to stop the dumping? Are Anarchy’s actions a problem for the entire world that may need to come before the United Nations or another type of international organization if the problem cannot be resolved between the three island nations amicably?

As we learned in Week 1, the State of Boring takes environmental conservation very seriously. It keeps its shores impeccably clean; has strict plastic use regulations and multiple mandatory recycling programs, as well as strict emissions laws. It recently found though that one of its beaches has been impacted drastically by an increase in garbage coming from the ocean, as well as waste. This is negatively impacting the marine wildlife and ecosystems in the area. The beach is no longer safe for residents to utilize. The cause has been determined to be from the State of Anarchy dumping its garbage and manufacturing wastes into the ocean. This pollution is also affecting Anarchy’s shores and Cabal’s. In your post this week, discuss how Anarchy’s actions are an international law problem. Are there any global environmental agreements into which the three island states could enter to resolve these issues or should the states create a new international agreement to stop the dumping? Are Anarchy’s actions a problem for the entire world that may need to come before the United Nations or another type of international organization if the problem cannot be resolved between the three island nations amicably?

You are to design a program to prepare a group of 20 incarcerated men OR women to be released back into society. It cannot be a program for both men and women—select one or the other. You will design and present your program as a power point presentation (PPP).  These inmates have been incarcerated for between 10 and 15 years and are to be released on parole; that is, if they are not successful in their release, they will be returning to prison. Keep in mind that they were model prisoners, participated in the prison work programs and completed all rehabilitation and skills programs that they were allowed to complete. Think about what society was like for them before they were incarcerated and what might have changed. Think about how fast technology has changed. How are you going to prepare them during the last six months of their incarceration?

 
Details of the Program You are Designing
You are to design a program to prepare a group of 20 incarcerated men OR women to be released back into society. It cannot be a program for both men and women—select one or the other. You will design and present your program as a power point presentation (PPP). 
These inmates have been incarcerated for between 10 and 15 years and are to be released on parole; that is, if they are not successful in their release, they will be returning to prison. Keep in mind that they were model prisoners, participated in the prison work programs and completed all rehabilitation and skills programs that they were allowed to complete. Think about what society was like for them before they were incarcerated and what might have changed. Think about how fast technology has changed. How are you going to prepare them during the last six months of their incarceration? You can determine how long the training program will last; from 2 weeks to 6 months. This is one time where you will submit your power point presentation as an attachment in the Discussion area. 
I want you to come up with an innovative plan of action. However, your goal is to “sell” your plan to your classmates. Your classmates serve as the committee who is funding the program and will release $500,000 to each of the best 3 presentations. (Disclaimer: You will not actually receive the funds, this is an exercise for this class only.) Keep the presentation simple as you address these points.
Guidelines for the Power Point Presentation
a.    Put the title of the program and names of those who worked on the power point presentation on the first slide. Don’t forget the names!b.    List the goals of your program. Remember, use action words. Here’s an APA document to writing goals or objectives: Writing Behavioral Learning Objectives and AssessmentsLinks to an external site..c.    Specifically list what you would put into your training and preparation program.d.    Explain how you would carry out the training.e.    Present a one-page budget of how the $500,000 funds will be allocated. For example, would you need a manager to oversee the program, would you hire outside specialists, would you purchase educational material, or how would you spend the money. f.    Keep the power point within 6-10 slides. Do not go over 10 slides. Be concise.

Mr. Rojas is a 49-year-old patient with End Stage Renal Disease. He has a history of hypertension and uncontrolled type 1 diabetes (since he was 12 years old). His last Hemoglobin A1c was 12.8%. He is currently receiving hemodialysis three times per week for three hours. He is in the hospital because he went into DKA a few days ago when he had a stomach virus. He is asking you about renal transplantation. What are the criteria to be placed in the transplant list? What options for transplantation does Mr. Rojas have? What recommendations can you give Mr. Rojas on treatment compliance? What other renal replacement therapies could Mr. Rojas be educated about? What are their advantages and disadvantages?

Mr. Rojas is a 49-year-old patient with End Stage Renal Disease. He has a history of hypertension and uncontrolled type 1 diabetes (since he was 12 years old). His last Hemoglobin A1c was 12.8%. He is currently receiving hemodialysis three times per week for three hours. He is in the hospital because he went into DKA a few days ago when he had a stomach virus. He is asking you about renal transplantation.

What are the criteria to be placed in the transplant list?
What options for transplantation does Mr. Rojas have?
What recommendations can you give Mr. Rojas on treatment compliance?
What other renal replacement therapies could Mr. Rojas be educated about?
What are their advantages and disadvantages?

What would happen if a species of lizard were suddenly split into 2 groups by a hurricane resulting in the isolation of a small group of individuals on an island far from the mainland?  

For each assignment, you will use the M.U.S.E. link to complete the lab. Access the M.U.S.E. by clicking on Learning Materials.
In this lab, you will see the time progression of speciation to help you write up a scientific paper that centers on the following:

What would happen if a species of lizard were suddenly split into 2 groups by a hurricane resulting in the isolation of a small group of individuals on an island far from the mainland?  

Speciation
Using the M.U.S.E. link, review the background information and animation to complete your report.
Use the Lab 2 worksheet for assignment instructions.
Please submit your completed assignment.
 

Grading Category
Category Criteria
Percentage and Points Possible

Purpose of Assignment and Content Development
Use of appropriate, relevant, and compelling content that expresses topic, main idea, and purpose.

45% (90 of 200 points)

Organization, Grammar, and Presentation
Organized and complete lab report/worksheet with all relevant information as indicated and outlined on the worksheet.  Language clearly and effectively communicates ideas and content relevant to the assignment.

30% (60 of 200 points)

Critical Thinking
Demonstrates ability to analyze assumptions, evaluate evidence, complexities of issues, and alternatives.

20% (40 of 200 points)

Information Literacy and Research
Demonstrates good selection and use of high quality, credible, and relevant sources to develop ideas that are appropriate to the assignment.  Includes correct in-text citations.

5%  (10 of 200 points)

 
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

Explain the importance of management theory.

For this case assignment, you are the newly hired, famous management theorist and consultant working for company XYZ. This company has many management
related issues which they have been unable to correct.
While a theory is generally speculation, it can be thought of as a model of reality. You will provide a brief written report to the management team of company XYZ. Be sure to include the following items:
Introduce management theory (the management at XYZ has no idea what it is).
Explain the importance of management theory.
Select and discuss in detail a theory that interests you.
Finally, share with the management team members the type of research that you would like to conduct, to determine what their problems are and the possible causes.
Write a 3 to 5-page paper (excluding title page and reference page) double-spaced with 1-inch margins. Try to use the APA writing style as your guide, citing references as appropriate.
At least 3 references, but no more than 7, with at least 2 references from journal articles (

entify at least 7 significant examples of personal creativity of over the course of your life.  Analyze your motivations and how these creative examples have shaped your understanding of creativity and your perception of your own creative abilities.

Identify at least 7 significant examples of personal creativity of over the course of your life.  Analyze your motivations and how these creative examples have shaped your understanding of creativity and your perception of your own creative abilities.  This could be completed as an infographic, slide or narrative.  Include images of your creativity if possible.   Event Descriptions:For each event, provide a short description of the event, the creative output, and what made it a significant moment in your creative journey. Analysis of Themes and Theories:In addition to the timeline, identify, analyze, and describe the themes that emerge from these key moments and relate them to characteristics and theories of creativity covered in the class, as well as your own definition of creativity.  Be sure to include missed opportunities for creativity and how the myths about creativity may have impacted your creative journey.Guiding Stems:  Below are some stems that can help guide your event descriptions and analysis:

You are the manager/owner of your business choice from Module 1. Many of your employees are not performing up to their usual standards and seem to need some type of motivation. 1. Write a one-page letter to Dr. Katherine White, a dynamic and respected motivational speaker, inviting her to be a guest speaker during an upcoming business luncheon. Introduce yourself and your company. Make sure to include time, place and topic. Offer to help in any way you can.

You are the manager/owner of your business choice from Module 1. Many of your employees are not performing up to their usual standards and seem to need some type of motivation.
1. Write a one-page letter to Dr. Katherine White, a dynamic and respected motivational speaker, inviting her to be a guest speaker during an upcoming business luncheon. Introduce yourself and your company. Make sure to include time, place and topic. Offer to help in any way you can.
2. You are Dr. Katherine White. Answer the letter above accepting the request.
3. Compose an email informing all your employees about the upcoming business luncheon. Make sure to include
time, place and topic .
Remember all we have learned about knowing your audience, using the correct tone, and decidin

•Describe two common types of graphs, tables, or charts that you see used in your work or school.  Discuss whether or not they effectively communicate the purpose, and what other graphics might be more effective for the intended audience.

“Graphics” Please respond to the following discussion:
 
•Describe two common types of graphs, tables, or charts that you see used in your work or school.  Discuss whether or not they effectively communicate the purpose, and what other graphics might be more effective for the intended audience.
•From the e-Activity, (Go to http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/news-releases-list/) Click on “Specialty News” under “News Releases” to choose a recent news release pertaining to the category of “Science & Tech.”  Describe what makes each graphic a good or bad example of a graphic. For each, identify at least two more ideas to make each better.
 

List the 3 primary characteristics of this product development project that qualify it to be considered a project. Describe a project initiation force that caused this project to be initiated. Explain why you chose the specific type of project.

This summative assessment has two parts. Part 1 is to be completed in Week 1, and Part 2 is to be completed in Week 2. You will submit both Part 1 and Part 2 of the assessment in Week 2.
Read the following scenario and address the steps that follow in 525 to 700 words.
Innovative Automotive is an automobile accessories company that has been in business for 15 years. The company’s director of research and development (R&D) has been asked by the president to develop a new product: an after-market accessory that attaches to any windshield wiper and helps solve the problem of removing bugs from the front windshield.
This product needs to be developed, tested, patented (or patent-filed), and brought to market in 12 months. The R&D director, who has an industrial engineering background and a track record of successfully leading projects of this nature, has assigned you as an in-house project manager (PM) to this project. As the project manager:

List the 3 primary characteristics of this product development project that qualify it to be considered a project.
Describe a project initiation force that caused this project to be initiated.
Explain why you chose the specific type of project.
Summarize the project life cycle that will likely follow this project.
Describe the selection method that has been used to initiate the project.
Identify 2 to 3 of the constraints that the PM will be required to manage.
Identify at least 5 stakeholders you imagine will be key to the success of this project.
Determine the best project structure for this project.