...University of Phoenix Material Appendix I Part I Define the following terms: |Term |Definition | |Ageism |Prejudice or discrimination on the basis of a person's age | |Baby boomer |a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s | |Americans with Disabilities Act |law that was enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1990 | |Visitability |A measure of a place's ease of access for people with disabilities | |Accessibility | capable of being reached | |Disability |A physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities | |Inclusion |The action or state of including or of being included within a group or structure | |Deinstitutionalization |process of replacing long-stay psychiatric hospitals with less isolated community mental | | |health services for those diagnosed with mental disorder or developmental disability | |Special education |education of physically or mentally...
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...This paperwork contains ENG 125 Week 5 Final Paper Linguistics - English Final paper In this course we have explored the many meanings which literature may have for us as well as literary themes, elements, and techniques common to the forms of the short story, poetry, and drama. In class discussions and written assignments, you have also had opportunities to reflect on your individual feelings, responses, and ideas about a number of literary works. The Final Paper is intended as an exercise in bringing together, or synthesizing, your reflections on literature and your understandings of the course material. This is a comparative paper which analyzes two to three literary works from the course readings which share a common theme. The paper should be organized by a thesis (argument), which is the main point of the entire essay. When developing a thesis for a comparative paper, consider how a comparison of the works provides deeper insight into the topic of your paper. In other words, think about why you have chosen to look at these particular works in relation to one another. In your analysis, also consider the relationships among content, form, and style. For example, how are the ways in which themes and ideas are represented and communicated relevant to your reading experience and to the work as a whole? You may choose from any of the topics and works listed at the end of this assignment description. (Please note that many of the listed themes relate to more than...
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...Appendix I ETH/125 April 8, 2012 University of Phoenix/Rosetta Kincaid Appendix I University of Phoenix Material Appendix I Part I Define the following terms: Term | Definition | Ageism | Ageism or age discrimination is stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or groups because of their age. * http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ageism | Baby boomer | A baby boomer is a person who was born during the demographic Post World War II baby boom between the years 1946 and 1964, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Boomer | Americans with Disabilities Act | The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) is a law that was enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1990.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Americans_with_Disabilities_Act_of_1990 | Visitability | Visitability is an international movement to change home construction practices so that virtually all new homes, whether or not designated for residents who currently have mobility impairments, offer three specific accessibility features. Supporters ultimately want to require that all new homes be at least partly accessible to people with mobility impairments.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visitability | Accessibility | Accessibility is a general term used to describe the degree to which a product, device, service, or environment is available to as many people as possible.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accessibility | Disability | Disability is an umbrella term, covering impairments...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix A Communication Styles Worksheet You spent the past few days exploring the resources available to students at University of Phoenix, and you want to share what you learned with a friend who is interested in enrolling. * Write a 150- to 200-word e-mail to your friend summarizing the resources available to students. * * Yvette, I know you are considering enrolling at University of Phoenix. I would like to share with you my personal experiences. The curriculum and syllabus are well documented and very easy to follow. The instructors are very knowledgeable and make you feel right at home. The courses are flexible as far as time frame goes. In the Associates program I have two courses to complete per semester. The resources available are somewhat simple, but very easy to find and are very informative. I had no problem navigating my way around the website. There are many styles of presentations each week to enable you to complete your assignments. The library is one of the best tools I have ever seen. You will be able to search on your subject, and then filter just the data you need. Something else I found to be helpful is that your advisor will help guide you through areas of concern and will be in contact with you at least once a week to see how you are progressing. I think by choosing the University of Phoenix, you have made the right choice for you future. * * * * You asked your facilitator to review...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix I Critical Thinking Worksheet Chose one of the following scenarios: • You are a member of a group working on a class project. The group members are enthusiastic about the project and arrange a meeting time to begin planning. You forget to mark your calendar and miss the meeting. The group posts a summary of the meeting with assignments and deadlines for the project. You apologize to the group and agree to complete the topic research for the project. You realize you have a paper due in another course on the same day your research is due and concentrate most of your time on your individual assignment. The paper takes longer than you thought, and you are unable to conduct research for the group project by the deadline. You feel bad about this and do not respond to inquiries from group members. You post a message to the group explaining you are having computer problems. The group expresses their empathy and proceeds without you, completing and submitting the project with your name included. • A position opens in your department at work. You recommend to a coworker and friend in another department that she should apply. You previously consulted with this person on small projects, and she appears knowledgeable and responsible. In fact, you became friends through these work contacts. Your friend appreciates your recommendation and arranges a meeting to ask you more details about the work done by your department. The meeting is productive...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix I Part I Define the following terms: |Term |Definition | |Ageism |Prejudice against older people | |Baby boomer |A person born Post WW2 between years 1946 and 1966 | |Americans with Disabilities Act |Is a law made by Congress and it prohibits discrimination against people with | | |disabilities. | |Visitability |It allows homes to have easy access for people who have mobility impairments. | |Accessibility |It is the ability for disabled people to benefit from some system | |Disability |Disability is an impairment and/or physical limitations | |Inclusion |It is to ensure disabled students to go to school and to receive the “proper support” in | | |order to succeed as a learner | |Deinstitutionalization |It is the process of replacing a...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix I Critical Thinking Worksheet Chose one of the following scenarios: • You are a member of a group working on a class project. The group members are enthusiastic about the project and arrange a meeting time to begin planning. You forget to mark your calendar and miss the meeting. The group posts a summary of the meeting with assignments and deadlines for the project. You apologize to the group and agree to complete the topic research for the project. You realize you have a paper due in another course on the same day your research is due and concentrate most of your time on your individual assignment. The paper takes longer than you thought, and you are unable to conduct research for the group project by the deadline. You feel bad about this and do not respond to inquiries from group members. You post a message to the group explaining you are having computer problems. The group expresses their empathy and proceeds without you, completing and submitting the project with your name included. • A position opens in your department at work. You recommend to a coworker and friend in another department that she should apply. You previously consulted with this person on small projects, and she appears knowledgeable and responsible. In fact, you became friends through these work contacts. Your friend appreciates your recommendation and arranges a meeting to ask you more details about the work done by your department. The meeting is productive...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix I Part I Define the following terms: |Term |Definition | |Ageism |Ageism or age discrimination is stereotyping and discriminating against individuals or | | |groups because of their age. It is a set of beliefs, attitudes, norms, and values used to | | |justify age based prejudice, discrimination, and subordination. | |Baby boomer |A baby boomer is a person who was born during the demographic post-World War II baby boom | | |between the years 1946 and 1964, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.[1] The term "baby | | |boomer" is sometimes used in a cultural context. | |Americans with Disabilities Act |The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990[1][2] (ADA) is a law that was enacted by the | | |U.S. Congress in 1990. It was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H. W. | | |Bush, and later amended with changes effective January 1, 2009.[ | |Visitability |Visitability is an international...
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...Appendix I Part I Define the following terms: Term Definition Ageism This is like Stereotyping and/or discriminating against people or groups because of their age. Baby boomer This is the group of folks there were called baby boomers following World War II era. They were born between 1944 and 1964. Americans with Disabilities Act This was known as the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 this was a law that sets rules for the prevention of discrimination based on disability. Visitability How well level of accessibility in order to meet Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines Accessibility How well a physically challenged people I able to use the facility or place Disability Limited ability to perform some tasks in life because of a problem that is sometimes out of there control Inclusion addition to a group or mixture from someone or something Deinstitutionalization To release a disabled person from a hospital or other institution with the intent of giving treatment or support under the care of professionals. Special education Education that particularized for people having special learning abilities or disabilities. Part II Identify 2 or 3 issues faced by the aging population. 1. Health Issues 2. Economic Welfare 3. Loneliness Answer the following questions in 150 to 250 words each: • What is being done to address the issues you identified? As the group of people working reach retirement employers will have to review...
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...Associate Level Material Appendix I Introductions and Conclusions As you begin to write the rough draft of your paper, think critically about how you might draw your readers’ attention in a compelling way. Consider how to create a rapport with the audience. For example, what areas of agreement may already exist between you and your readers? What does your audience need in order to make them interested in your topic? Types of Introductions One way to draw in the audience is to grab readers’ attention with the introduction. Consider opening your paper in one of the following ways: • Tell a story or an anecdote. If you have personal experience in this area, tell a story about yourself or someone you know. Example: Last year, approximately 3,400 adult nonsmokers died from lung cancer due to secondhand smoke. • Provide a short, famous quotation. Example: “It's easy to quit smoking. I've done it hundreds of times..” – Mark Twain (1835–1910) • Write as if your position will argue the other side of the topic. Example: Smoking is not illegal and is still a right for Americans to exercise. • Ask a question. Example: Are you aware that secondhand smoke is now a known cause of cancer in humans? • Share an interesting point about the subject. Example: Smoke from cigarettes can linger in the air for hours, even after a smoker extinguishes the cigarette. Besides attracting a reader’s...
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...Material Appendix I Critical Thinking Worksheet Chose one of the following scenarios: You are a member of a group working on a class project. The group members are enthusiastic about the project and arrange a meeting time to begin planning. You forget to mark your calendar and miss the meeting. The group posts a summary of the meeting with assignments and deadlines for the project. You apologize to the group and agree to complete the topic research for the project. You realize you have a paper due in another course on the same day your research is due and concentrate most of your time on your individual assignment. The paper takes longer than you thought, and you are unable to conduct research for the group project by the deadline. You feel bad about this and do not respond to inquiries from group members. You post a message to the group explaining you are having computer problems. The group expresses their empathy and proceeds without you, completing, and submitting the project with your name included. Write five questions to help you think through the situation and determine a course of action. Question 1: What the projected timeline assigned for this project from start to finish? * Question 2: Which group member appointed note taker? This would make it easier for me to ask for the notes or any updates from. * Question 3: What could have corrected or did something in a different way so I can have done my part in the project? Question 4: Have I got too...
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...for continued maintenance and testing of the ISCP. This statement should be approved and signed by the system designated authority. Space should be provided for the designated authority to sign, along with any other applicable approving signatures. A sample language is provided below: As the designated authority for {system name}, I hereby certify that the information system contingency plan (ISCP) is complete and that the information contained in this ISCP provides an accurate representation of the application, its hardware, software, and telecommunication components. I further certify that this document identifies the criticality of the system as it relates to the mission of the {Omega Research Inc}, and that the recovery strategies identified will provide the ability to recover the system functionality in the most expedient and cost-beneficial method in keeping with its level of criticality. I further attest that this ISCP for {Information System Contingency Plan} will be tested at least annually. This plan was last tested on {12/3/2011}; the test, training, and exercise (TT&E) material associated with this test can be found {TT&E results appendix or location}. This document will be modified as changes occur and will remain under version control, in accordance with {organization name}’s contingency planning policy. {System Owner Name} Date {System Owner Title} 1. Introduction Information systems are vital to {Omega Research Inc} business processes; therefore, it is critical...
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...GEN 105 Entire Course (UOP) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Tutorial Purchased: 3 Times, Rating: A+ GEN 105 Assignment: Reading and Retention GEN 105 Assignment: Elevator Speech GEN 105 CheckPoint: Technological Tools GEN 105 CheckPoint: Distance Learning I GEN 105 CheckPoint: Distance Learning II GEN 105 CheckPoint: Communicating in Forums GEN 105 Week 2 Discussion Questions GEN 105 Week 4 Discussion Questions GEN 105 Week 6 Discussion Questions GEN 105 Week 8 Discussion Questions GEN 105 Assignment: University Library Article Search GEN 105 CheckPoint: Detecting Plagiarism GEN 105 Assignment: Mastering a Skill GEN 105 CheckPoint: Setting Goals GEN 105 CheckPoint: Reading and Comprehension GEN 105 CheckPoint: Multiple Intelligences GEN 105 Capstone CheckPoint GEN 105 Final Project: Student Survival Guide ............................................................................................................................................................... GEN 105 Assignment: Elevator Speech (UOP) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Tutorial Purchased: 3 Times, Rating: A+ • Resources: Appendix C, and Elevator Speech digital story • Due Date: Day 7 [post to the Individual forum] • View the digital story located on aXcess at http://corptrain.phoenix.edu/axia/gen105/elevator_01.html. • Construct your own 350- to 400-word scenario in which you explain distance learning to a friend. Your...
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...Contents Introduction............................................................................................ 1 1 Planning your business report ........................................................... 2 1.1 What is the purpose of this report? .................................................... 2 1.2 Who are the readers of this report?..................................................... 2 1.3 What are the report’s main messages?................................................ 3 1.4 How will the messages be structured?................................................ 3 2 Structuring your business report ....................................................... 4 2.1 Covering letter/memorandum.............................................................. 4 2.2 Title Page............................................................................................. 5 2.3 Executive Summary ............................................................................ 5 2.4 Table of Contents................................................................................. 5 2.5 Introduction ......................................................................................... 6 2.6 Conclusions/recommendations ............................................................ 6 2.7 Findings and discussion........................................................................ 8 2.8 References..................................................................................
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...Table of Contents: Executive Summary 3 Background 3 Industry Trends and Projections Problem Definition 6 Requirements Definition 8 Project Goals and Objectives Project Assumptions Current Configuration of Network Identification of Business Issues and Requirements Budget Requirements Network Design 11 Alternative Approaches Customer Ownership Outsourcing and the Cloud Comparison of Alternatives Cost differences Workflow differences Reliability Maintenance Performance Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendations 16 Implementation Plan 17 Project Plan Milestones Implementation Plan Training Follow-up Appendices 19 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Appendix E Appendix F References 27 Executive Summary: Travel Agency Incorporated, (TAI), has reached a pivotal point in the travel industry and is at a stage for which changing business model operations is critical and may determine their very survival. Make no mistake TAI is at a crossroad. It is crucial that TAI reduce costs and employee turnover, eliminate network congestion, and develop a presence for online bookings. It is also imperative that TAI’s reputation and business model of providing complete and very personal service while building and maintaining excellent relationships with their customers cannot be affected during or after the transition to this new operations model. In response to TAI’s RFP...
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