Next week, the final element of your project will be due. In this phase, you’ll install Linux into a virtual machine and demonstrate some Linux commands. A vital element of the project is virtualization. Have you previously used virtualization tools, such as VMware, VirtualBox, HyperV, or others? If so, share your experiences. If not, what are your observations? How do you think virtualization might be beneficial?

Next week, the final element of your project will be due. In this phase, you’ll install Linux into a virtual machine and demonstrate some Linux commands.
A vital element of the project is virtualization. Have you previously used virtualization tools, such as VMware, VirtualBox, HyperV, or others? If so, share your experiences. If not, what are your observations? How do you think virtualization might be beneficial?
For your follow-up postings, feel free to ask any questions as you begin working on the virtual install. Have you run into any issues so far? What questions do you have about virtualization?
In addition to your primary forum response, post at least two follow-up responses to your classmates.

Anthony Townsend Kronman of the Yale Law School writes: If judges are legislators and not adjudicators who are merely applying the rules they have been authorized to apply in the cases that come before them, what is it that gives their decisions legitimacy or authority?

Anthony Townsend Kronman of the Yale Law School writes:
If judges are legislators and not adjudicators who are merely applying the rules they have been authorized to apply in the cases that come before them, what is it that gives their decisions legitimacy or authority? (Kronman, 1986)
Take a position. Do you agree or disagree that judges should be allowed discretion in sentencing?
First, title your post either “Judicial Discretion Should Be Allowed” or “Judges Should Always Follow Sentencing Guidelines.”
Then, using the information gained in this module and the resources noted above, make your case. What are the strengths and weaknesses associated with this issue? What do you believe to be most important in the matter of justice: complete judicial discretion or required oversight by the sentencing guidelines? Be sure to build your case with factual resources.
In your response to your peers, consider how well they justified their position, making use of available resources. Consider the following questions in your response posts:
Did they support their position convincingly using appropriate resources?
Which of their points make the most sense to you, even if you made your case for the opposing viewpoint?
Reference
Kronman, A. T. (1986). “The problem of judicial discretion.” Faculty Scholarship Series 1063, p. 486. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.law.yale.edu/fss_papers/1063

Make a comparative analysis of the two paradigms that help us to understand the origin, vision, interests, and obstacles in the conception or reform and implementation of a social policy; classical pluralism and neo-institutionalism. Which of these paradigms do you identify with and why?

 
Instructions: This activity aims to produce a written applying the concepts studied in this module. Delve into the topics discussed in the module by answering the following question(s): 

Make a comparative analysis of the two paradigms that help us to understand the origin, vision, interests, and obstacles in the conception or reform and implementation of a social policy; classical pluralism and neo-institutionalism.
Which of these paradigms do you identify with and why?

Contribute a minimum of 3-5 pages. It should include at least three academic sources, formatted and cited in APA.

Explain the reasons given to support capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries still use capital punishment. Explain the reasons given for banning capital punishment in different countries.

Introduce the topic by providing a definition of capital punishment. Explain the reasons given to support capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries still use capital punishment. Explain the reasons given for banning capital punishment in different countries. Be factual and specific about which countries have banned capital punishment. Use academic sources to research these reasons and examples, don’t use blogs and other unreliable sources. Cite your sources and include the bibliographic information in your annotated bibliography. You can return to https://www.scc.losrios.edu/student-resources/library/research/research-instruction (Links to an external site.), https://tstc.libguides.com/citation/tips (Links to an external site.), or use the textbook CTRW pp. 278-279, and 288-308, if you need guidance in conducting research and citing sources. Choose one of the following four constructs to question its involvement in capital punishment: race, class, gender, or religious affiliation. FOR EXAMPLE: Are some groups of people more likely to receive a capital punishment sentence? Consider different races, socioeconomic classes, gender identities, or religious affiliations. You don’t have to provide perfect answers or solutions to these issues. Just consider these issues with an informed opinion, using legitimate sources. (1-2 pages)

For decades now, US History survey classes have been divided by the Civil War with the first half covering up to 1865 and the second half covering 1865 to the present.  Discuss why you think historians settled upon this demarcation and why it persists to this day.  What are some other turning points in American history that historians have emphasized or should emphasize?  How might these other turning points influence where new American history surveys begin and end?

For decades now, US History survey classes have been divided by the Civil War with the first half covering up to 1865 and the second half covering 1865 to the present.  Discuss why you think historians settled upon this demarcation and why it persists to this day.  What are some other turning points in American history that historians have emphasized or should emphasize?  How might these other turning points influence where new American history surveys begin and end?

Select an example that demonstrates collaboration with others to solve a problem in a healthcare delivery setting to improve patient outcomes. The collaborative solution must incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion. Describe the problem, including the healthcare delivery setting and impact on patient outcomes. Explain the collaborative solution, including the people involved and the improvement in patient outcomes.

Select an example that demonstrates collaboration with others to solve a problem in a healthcare delivery setting to improve patient outcomes. The collaborative solution must incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Describe the problem, including the healthcare delivery setting and impact on patient outcomes.
Explain the collaborative solution, including the people involved and the improvement in patient outcomes.

Describe how diversity, equity, and inclusion were incorporated into the collaborative solution.

When you hire new employees, you must find the right fit on many levels. This week, Cockerell presents a situation that forces you to consider the trade-offs that may occur when looking for the right candidate for the job. As a hiring manager in the healthcare industry, discuss how you might weigh the balance between finding a person with the right attitude vs. someone with the right skill sets. In addition, explain how you would address this balance when a specific situation (i.e nursing shortage, employee/physician referral, regulatory requirement etc) is an overriding component to the hiring process. 

Week 4 Discussion Prompt
When you hire new employees, you must find the right fit on many levels. This week, Cockerell presents a situation that forces you to consider the trade-offs that may occur when looking for the right candidate for the job. As a hiring manager in the healthcare industry, discuss how you might weigh the balance between finding a person with the right attitude vs. someone with the right skill sets. In addition, explain how you would address this balance when a specific situation (i.e nursing shortage, employee/physician referral, regulatory requirement etc) is an overriding component to the hiring process. 

Bob’s Meltdown: DUE September 23 (before class). To complete this assignment, you must read the article titled “Personality.” The theory discussed in the articles “Personality” and “What Makes a Leader” by Daniel Goleman will provide the information and knowledge you need to analyze the case study, Bob’s Meltdown. Who do you think is most responsible for Bob’s situation and why?  Please explain your opinion and thought process using the chapter readings: personality, emotional intelligence, team effectiveness, and other theoretical concepts you’ve read thus far to support your thought process.

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Case #2: Bob’s Meltdown: DUE September 23 (before class). To complete this assignment, you must read the article titled “Personality.” The theory discussed in the articles “Personality” and “What Makes a Leader” by Daniel Goleman will provide the information and knowledge you need to analyze the case study, Bob’s Meltdown.

Who do you think is most responsible for Bob’s situation and why?  Please explain your opinion and thought process using the chapter readings: personality, emotional intelligence, team effectiveness, and other theoretical concepts you’ve read thus far to support your thought process.
In your opinion, which person, in this case, exhibits high emotional intelligence, and which individual exhibits the least emotional intelligence? Please share examples that support your thought process and opinion.
Were Bob’s actions in the cafeteria justified? Why or why not?

As an ELL specialist, an important role in your school community may involve serving as a resource to other teachers who work with ELLs in acquiring language and content but may lack experience or expertise. Create a one-page infographic for grade-level or content-area teachers that provides research-based strategies for the instruction of ELLs. Include the following in your infographic: At least eight scaffolding strategies that ensure access to a rigorous grade-level curriculum. Include scaffolding strategies related to materials and resources, instructional practices, and student grouping.

 Assessment Description
As an ELL specialist, an important role in your school community may involve serving as a resource to other teachers who work with ELLs in acquiring language and content but may lack experience or expertise.
Create a one-page infographic for grade-level or content-area teachers that provides research-based strategies for the instruction of ELLs. Include the following in your infographic:

At least eight scaffolding strategies that ensure access to a rigorous grade-level curriculum. Include scaffolding strategies related to materials and resources, instructional practices, and student grouping.
At least three strategies promoting student-centered learning and student choice for ELLs.
Visuals or graphics that are relevant to the content, visually appealing, and use space appropriately.

Support your infographic with a minimum of three scholarly resources.

Explain the significance of salaries and wages income in the context of reporting gross income for tax purposes. Discuss how individuals should report their salary and wage income, including any key considerations or exceptions.

Instructions:Write a minimum essay that addresses the following topics:Role of Salaries and Wages in Reporting Gross Income (At least 200 APA words): Explain the significance of salaries and wages income in the context of reporting gross income for tax purposes. Discuss how individuals should report their salary and wage income, including any key considerations or exceptions.General Tax Treatment of Health Insurance (At least 200 APA words): Provide an overview of the tax treatment of health insurance premiums and benefits. Explain how health insurance premiums and benefits are typically handled in the U.S. tax system. Discuss any relevant tax deductions or credits related to health insurance.Tax Treatment of Meals and Lodging Exclusions (At least 200 APA words): Explain the tax treatment when meals and lodging may be excluded from taxable income. Provide a specific example to illustrate the concept. Discuss the conditions under which these exclusions apply and any limitations or qualifications.