Bible 104 Discussion Board Forum 3 Replies

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In your replies, you are seeking to build rapport and community around the topic. You are also seeking to maximize our collective understanding of the material. Keeping that in mind,

· Look for areas of common ground or diversity between your comments on the prompts and your classmates’ finding(s) and engage each other.

· Connect and comment on areas included or not included in your classmates’ thread that you would like to share.

· Each reply must be at least 100 words composed in 1 paragraph.

Response # 1

Brooke Hammons

If I had a friend who was questioning why the Pastor always translated a meaning of a word from English to what it means in the original Hebrew or Greek, I would first be understanding because I used to not understand why either. I would have the thought of something like,” whats the point of him saying that, it really does not change the way I see the verse.” Then I would go on to explain why. First, I would begin to explain that in order for us to truly understand the passage we must dive deeper than the surface level of the passage. If we take a scripture from a magnet on our fridge we can easily misuse and misunderstand the scripture, but if we take the scripture from our fridge and open our bibles and study not only the verse but the context around we will be able to understand what the passage truly means on a deeper more intimate level. A good start would be to understand who wrote the book, then determine who the audience is. From there start at the beginning of the chapter or even the beginning of the book and break it up piece by piece. Then continue to find out what the historical context is. What world did they live in while this story was being taken place? If you do not understand a word use an expository dictionary of some sort or even look at different translations of the bible to better understand the material. Then look at the Greek and Hebrew meaning of the word; the origin of the language it was written in can bring you back to understanding the historical context and a deeper meaning to the word. Also consulting an expert in the language can really help. If you really what to know what the passage means and not just a surface level saying that barley gets you by, these are the ways you can build a more intimate relationship with Christ and His word. That is why our Pastor shares the knowledge he has with the original language to help us better understand the word even though we may not realize it just yet. All this may seem like a lot of work but once you start building that intimacy with the word, you will realize the importance and worth it has and will not settle for anything less.

Reference:

(J. Cartwright. C.Hulshof. Everyday Bible Study. Ch.23-26)

Response #2

Amber Curry Option 2

I chose option 2 for my forum. We are going to say that the friend’s name is Judy and my forum will be as if I am directly speaking to Judy.

Judy, my dear friend, what you do not realize is that Pastor Edgewater is actually helping you understand the passage better! Unless you frequently study the Word, correctly, you are only seeing the surface of the meaning of the passages. Here, let me explain. Consider for a minute, how the meanings of words change over time. Since words do change, there are some words that disappear from common vocabulary or based on your location, so it is important to study them and necessary to properly study them to understand their meaning. Word study is important because it will help you develop a better understanding of the passage. Let me share with you 5 steps to Word study. Number 1 is to select your words out of the context that you would like to study. Number 2 is to identify all the places the word is located throughout the Scriptures. Number 3 is to determine what the word could mean. Number 4 is to determine that the word does mean. Lastly, in Step 5, check your work. So, in conclusion, even though you might be pretty sure you understand a passage, remember that words have changed through the years, and even though you may think that you know the meaning but your definition may be different than the original meaning. Here are some verses as well that I feel may apply to our topic.

“Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser, teach a righteous man, and he will increase in learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.” Proverbs 9:9-10

“Hear, o sons, a father’s instruction and be attentive, that you may gain insight, for I give you good precepts; do not forsake my teaching.” Proverbs 4:1-2

Global Studies Paper Reading Notes

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Please follow my instruction

1.Please find and read the article from files 1.

 

AFRICA: THE RISE OF ETHNIC POLITICS IN A GLOBAL WORLD

Impact of the slave trade and colonialization, and current rise of ethnic politics in Africa READING: Chanda, “The African Beginning;” Hiro, “Slavery;” Haynes, “African

Diaspora Religions;” Olupona, “Thinking Globally about African Religion;” Nnoli.

“The Cycle of ‘State-Ethnicity-State’ in African Politics”

THE MIDDLE EAST: RELIGIOUS POLITICS AND ANTI-GLOBALIZATION

The rise of global cultures in the Middle East and religious challenges to globalization 

READING: Bamyeh, “The Ideology of the Horizons;” Arjomand, “Thinking Globally

About Islam;” Fox, “Are Middle East Conflicts More Religious?” Mikail, “Religion and

Politics in Arab Transitions”

2. Please use the reading notes format on files 2.

A local politician

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For this assignment, we will explore different types of readers, specifically in terms of their needs, values, and attitudes. You will need to identify/create three groups—a primary group, a secondary group, and a gatekeeper group. You can be creative in your group criteria, but your purpose should center on potential stakeholders for the mock business or organization you created for your portfolio (if you haven’t decided yet, now is the time).

Once you have your groups, create a Reader Analysis Chart (see pp. 21-22, & 37 of our textbook for examples).

You can make up your own demographic groups; the following list may help you develop some ideas (they are listed in no particular order):

  • Technical writing students in this class
  • Your instructor
  • A 90 year-old grandmother
  • A military wife
  • A local politician
  • A girl still in high-school who is taking this class for college credit
  • A Four-Star General
  • A welder trying to get an education so he can get a better job
  • An unemployed father
  • A genius 12-year-old boy who finished school early
  • A prison inmate taking online college courses while serving time
  • A single mother
  • The CEO of a company looking to improve his technical writing skills on the side
  • A disabled veteran
  • A shut-in who is obsessed with fresh-water fish
  • A talking (and reading) dog named Foosball
  • Jim, Sarah, and Dominique from Human Resources
  • Clowns

Feel free to be creative. Remember, as it is with all technical writing tasks, you will need to take the time to edit and revise your work so it is clean, readable, informative, and attractive to your readers.

Once you have completed your Reader Analysis Chart, post it to the week one drop box.

Attachments:

Philosophy Discussion Post 2

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1) Answer any THREE of  the nine questions listed below. You may pick three questions from the  same chapter or three questions from two different chapters. It’s  entirely up to you. These three posts must have a minimum of 100 words each. Anything less will result in a grade of ZERO without the possibility of a make-up post.

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO SUBMIT 3 SEPARATE POSTS: DO NOT ANSWER MORE THAN ONE QUESTION IN A SINGLE POST.

 

QUESTIONS:

 

Chapter 4: Epicurus

1.  Although Epicurus is a hedonist, he is clearly opposed to vulgar  hedonism. Can you find additional arguments for or against the theory of  vulgar hedonism? Is it not terribly “ judgmental” for us to claim that  some pleasures are “higher” or “ lower” than others? Shouldn’t we just  tolerate and accept differences of opinion in this area? Or does it make  more sense to argue that there is a natural hierarchy of pleasures and  pains?

2.  Epicurus believes that fear of divine retribution is the greatest  source of fear and anxiety. Do you agree with this assessment? Why or  why not?

3.  Epicurus argues that the best and happiest way of life is one in which  one seeks to satisfy on the most basic, natural and necessary desires.  Do you agree that embracing such a life of simplicity (no honor, fame,  luxury or wealth) is really more conducive to happiness and tranquility  than trying to “keep up with the Joneses”? If you said “yes,” then are  you already taking measures to live in the Epicurean manner?

Chapter 5: St. Thomas Aquinas

4.  How would St. Thomas defend himself (if, indeed, such a defense is  possible) against the charge of being “homophobic” (a word that did not  exist in his time, but which is fairly common today)? Would you find his  defense plausible? Why or why not?

5.  If one is not at all religious, is it still possible to take St.  Thomas’ natural law principle seriously? Could it still be relied upon  as a guide to living well? Explain.

Chapter 6: Thomas Hobbes

6. Do you think that being self-interested is a bad thing? If so, why? If not, why not?

7.  Compare Christ’s Golden Rule with Hobbes’ Golden Rule. Which do you  think is more effective in getting people to obey the laws, and why?

8.  Do you agree with Hobbes that our natural condition is one of  lawlessness and violence? How do you think you would behave if you knew  you could get away with whatever you wanted to? Do we only obey the laws  out of fear of punishment?

Bible 104 Discussion Board Forum 4 REPLIES

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Replies:

In your replies, you are seeking to build rapport and community around the topic. You are also seeking to maximize our collective understanding of the material. Keeping that in mind,

· Look for areas of common ground or diversity between your comments on the prompts and your classmates’ finding(s) and engage each other.

· Connect and comment on areas included or not included in your classmates’ thread that you would like to share.

· Each reply must be at least 100 words composed in 1 paragraph.

Response # 1

Kari Jarrett

First, I would let the group know that the pastor needs to ensure that he is letting the audience know where the message of the text is going early in the message. (Gutierrez, Cartwright & Hulshof, 2016). This is so the congregation is not sitting wondering where the message is going so they can begin to prepare themselves to receive the message that God intends for them to hear. Then he needs to lay out the outline to support his main point that should be a sentence that hits on the theme. After you have nailed down the theme, combine the number of the main sections and the theme and you have two of the three ingredients for a surefire proposition. (Gutierrez, Cartwright & Hulshof, 2016).

Second, the main body should have supporting points that point to the theme, so it can all be pulled together. This is the skeletal framework that the body of main points can be built on. He should hit on possibly different translations, that can give a better understanding of scripture. Asking questions should be used in this section to make the intended audience think about what information they are receiving. Any historical or literary context that may be relevant may need to be included in this section as well. (Gutierrez, Cartwright & Hulshof, 2016). As he goes through the message he should be using transition words to make different sections flow, so the reader will not be left thinking about one section while he is deep into a different question or statement. The pastor needs to ensure that he conducts better Bible studies to find more relevant information to the bible message and can stay on topic and not begin to ramble. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says, “All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” (HCSB study Bible, 2010). While this is true but not all scripture or what he has learned about a certain Bible passage need to be in the information that the audience is receiving from the pastor.

Third, good conclusions should bring unity and clarity to your lesson. They should be organized and coherent. Conclusions should be personal as they draw listeners or readers toward personal decision. (Gutierrez, Cartwright & Hulshof, 2016). This part of the message needs to bring the reader to a crossroad that either asks a question for them to reflect on or an action that they should want to complete.

Gutierrez, B., Cartwright, J., & Hulshof, C. (2016). Everyday Bible Study (p. 173, 183, 188). Nashville: B&H Academic.

HCSB study Bible, Holman Christan Standard Bible. (2010) (p. 2098). Nashville, Tenn.

Response # 2

Corey Lafevers

The idea of becoming a great teacher is a monumental task.  It harder than it appears.  To become a great teacher one must understand what they are teaching.  This is very true when teaching the Bible.  Developing a main idea and and understanding of the Bible Scripture is an extremely important task.  One must master what they are reading and make others comprehend that the scripture is saying. One must organize the information that was interpreted and communicate it effectively. Organization and planning is key to keeping your audience engaged.  Developing a main idea and a thorough knowledge is key to good teaching of Bible Passages.  A teachers interpretation of text is crucial in helping a students understanding of the Bible. Understanding a Bible passage for both the teacher and the student requires a devotion to learn, understand, and comprehend what the Bible is telling us.  The Scripture read with many different context.  Historical context can affect what the scripture means as well as who wrote it and why.  When reading a passage all of these things must be considered.  The interpretation may be different from various people if all of the factors are not considered.  A passion for the word and an effort to understand what the author is communicating will be evident when teaching the passage.  I believe a level of desire to understand the scripture must be present to appropriately teach a passage to someone else.   Proverbs 9:9  Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning.  With all of the interpretations of the Bible, tools such as Bible dictionaries, study Bibles etc. are vital to gaining a deep knowledge to understand.  Having a complete knowledge on what you are teaching will develop credibility for a person to become an influence on others. As human being we tend to listen to people we trust and admire.  We listen to those who we know has a much deeper understanding of a subject than we do.  Matthew 5:19 Therefor anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, buy whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the Kingdom of heaven.  Being a good student of the word should also make us a great communicator of the word.  Through God we can retain and teach others his way.

References:

(J. Cartwright. C. Hulshof. Everyday Bible Study. Ch 31-33)

OMM 618 Week 5 Exam <<>>

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Question 1.Which of the following is NOT one of strategic human resource management schools of thought?

  •   Best fit
  •   Reserve-based view
  •   Best practice
  •   Resource-based view

Question 2.__________ refers to leveraging linkages between human resource practices and organizational objectives for the purpose of gaining a competitive advantage.

  •   Personnel administration
  •   Skills management
  •   Strategic human resource management
  •   Human resource practices

Question 3.Which of the following is NOT true about independent contractors?

  • Independent contractors use their own tools.
  • Employer does not have to contribute to their Social Security, Medicare and unemployment Taxes, or workers’ compensation costs.
  • Independent contractors do not have to pay income taxes.
  • Independent contractors design their own schedules.

Question 4.Which of the following is NOT one of the factors to be considered by organizations before venturing into global recruiting?

  •   Organizational structure
  •   Cultural differences
  •   Brand recognition
  •   Variations in HR laws, practices and compensation systems

Question 5.Which of the following is most likely to be listed on the job specification for a grocery store manager?

  • Designs, coordinates and communicates schedules on a weekly basis to ensure adequate staffing of all shifts.
  • Works with head office personnel to plan and implement marketing strategies, advertising campaigns, weekly sales, seasonal specials, and other store functions.
  • Leads the process of staffing and training all store personnel.
  • Has three years of managerial experience, preferably in retail.

Question 6.Which of the following is NOT one of the sources of information that help an organization determine the type of training it needs?

  •   Individual analysis
  •   Competitor analysis
  •   Job analysis or task analysis
  •   Organizational analysis

Question 7.What is one reason employees might be more satisfied with flexible benefits than with traditional benefits?

  •   Flexible benefits offer better healthcare coverage.
  •   Flexible benefits are simpler to understand.
  •   Flexible benefits offer more decision making control.
  •   Flexible benefits are less expensive.

Question 8.The illegal practice of hiring less qualified employees because they belong to a group that is underrepresented is often called:

  •   affirmative action.
  •   reverse discrimination.
  •   disaffirmative action.
  •   hiring quota.

Question 9.Which type of training might be a better option when the goal is to develop new skills and prepare employees for future responsibilities, challenges, or positions?

  •   Off-site training
  •   On-the-job training
  •   On-site training
  •   Professional certification

Question 10.__________ offer(s) employees a pool of benefit choices from which to select the combination that works for them, within certain limits.

  •   A cafeteria plan
  •   Work-life benefits
  •   A cost-benefit approach
  •   A defined-contribution plan

Question 11.Which of the following does NOT represent a current sociocultural challenge to HR planning?

  •   Rising number of dual career couples.
  •   Changing nature of employee expectations.
  •   Age distribution of the workforce.
  •   Decrease in the percentage of women in the workplace.

Question 12.In the __________ stage of the training process, the content and resources that meet the goals and objectives set in the training’s design stage are determined and addressed.

  •   training development
  •   training delivery
  •   training design
  •   training transfer

Question 13.What framework for determining the proper use of selection procedures, including test procedures, has been used by courts in deciding cases related to unfair employment practices?

  •   Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures
  •   Federal Employment Best Practices
  •   Core Evaluation and Selection Inventories
  •   Federal Employee Selection Best Practice Framework

Question 14.__________ asserts that when negative consequences follow behaviors, the behaviors tend to occur less frequently, and when positive consequences follow behaviors, the behaviors tend to increase.

  •   Skinner’s operant conditioning
  •   Thorndike’s law of effect
  •   Pavlov’s conditioning experiment
  •   Skinner’s theory of behaviorism

Question 15.Which of the following are most likely to shape employee motivation?

  •   The availability of flextime and other work-life benefits.
  •   The perceived value of the rewards package as a whole.
  •   The monetary value of a specific benefit.
  •   Benefits that are expensive to purchase individually, such as health insurance.

Question 16.__________ act(s) as a mediator between employees and organizations in order to align employees’ interests with the organization’s expectations.

  •   Employment agencies
  •   Employers
  •   Human Resources
  •   Headhunters

Question 17.Which motivation theory is applicable in a situation where an employee is motivated by the prospect of promotion because he/she can fulfill power and achievement needs?

  •   Alderfer’s ERG theory
  •   Herzberg’s two-factor theory
  •   Thorndike’s law of effect
  •   McClelland’s acquired needs theory

Question 18.Based on Pfeffer’s work, which of the following is one of the seven practices that are most effective for gaining competitive advantage?

  •   Company performance-based pay
  •   Skill-based pay
  •   Knowledge-based pay
  •   Job-based pay

Question 19.Which of the following is most likely to influence an employer’s decision to allow flexible work schedules?

  •   The employee’s needs.
  •   The employer’s desire to retain workers.
  •   The employer’s perceived cost savings.
  •   The Fair Labor Standards Act.

Question 20.__________ involves the use of the Internet in an informal manner for hiring purposes through blogs, technical and specialized online journals, informal communication with similar-minded professionals, as well as recruiting websites that solicit qualified applicants.

  •   Internet recruiting
  •   External recruiting
  •   Social media
  •   Social networking

Question 21.Josh Bersin states that, “US spending on corporate training grew by 15% last year (the highest growth rate in seven years) to over $70 Billion in the US and over $130 Billion worldwide” (2014, para.1). Select a particular industry and discuss the necessity and implications of such excessive training spending. What are some of the challenges HR teams are facing as a result of this particular spending growth?

Reference:

Bersin, J. (2014). Spending on Corporate Training Soars: Employee Capabilities Now A Priority. Forbes. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/sites/joshbersin/2014/02/04/the-recovery-arrives-corporate-training-spend-skyrockets/

Question 22.As a small business employer, explain how nontraditional (e.g. flex time, telecommuting) work schedules might make it easier for you to recruit employees.

Question 23.While many organizations are sold on the idea that strategic HRM adds value, a much smaller percentage acts on that belief (see the “Eye on the Goal” feature in chapter 1 of the text for a more detailed discussion of this point). However, HR is sometimes to blame for the doubts and suspicions that organizational decision makers have about the contributions of human assets to the bottom line. Strategic HR planning is at the core of the much-needed changes and developments in the new HR paradigm.

Address the following:

Define the current predominant paradigm for HR.

Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the current paradigm. (At least 3 each)

What is the new paradigm for HR?

In what ways does this new paradigm help organizations realize a human-based competitive advantage? (Offer 2-3 ways. Be specific.)

What are some practical steps for HR to transform itself and enhance its contributions to organizational success and effectiveness?

Brainstorming Alternative/Related Terms

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Note: Be sure to review the examples and hints provided with each step! Your answers should be similar to the examples.

Step 1: Select Your Research Question

3. How does fast food contribute to obesity in children?
How will Step 1 be graded? Step 1 will not receive a grade.

Step 2: Select Your Search Terms

A. Identifying Key Concepts

List the three key concepts (words, phrases, or both) that best describe the main concepts of your selected research question from Step 1.

Key Concept 1 Key Concept 2 Key Concept 3
Fast food Obesity Children

Example: For the research question “How can marketing on the Internet be effective for a small business?” the key concepts are: marketing, Internet, small business

Hint: Refer to module 1 for key concepts.

Instructor Comments

Great job picking out the three key concepts!

Additional Comments

B. Brainstorming Alternative/Related Terms

Review the key concepts you listed in each of the boxes above (Step 2, Part A) and identify alternative terms/synonyms or related terms for each key concept in the appropriate box below.

Key Concept 1
Alternative/Related Terms		 Key Concept 2
Alternative/Related Terms		 Key Concept 3
Alternative/Related Terms
nourishment, nutrients, diet, reckless, loose fatness, heaviness, size kids, families, youngsters

Example: For the research question example in Step 2, Part A:

  • Key Concept 1: marketing
  • Key Concept 1 Alternative/Related Terms: branding, advertising, promotion

Hint: Refer to module 1 for a review of identifying alternative/related terms (keywords) for key concepts.

How will Step 2 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0 points): Does not demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts of the research question or identify any relevant alternative/related terms or synonyms.

Satisfactory (1–4 points): Does not correctly list the three key concepts from the research question in Part A and identifies only one relevant alternative/related term or synonym for each key concept listed in Part B.

Excellent (5 points): Accurately lists three key concepts of the research question, thus demonstrating an understanding of the research question, and identifies two or more relevant alternative/related terms for each key concept, indicating some creative brainstorming.

Instructor Comments

You did not correctly identify alternative/related terms for all the key concepts. Please review identifying related terms (keywords) in week 1.

Additional Comments

Some alternate keywords for fast food: junk food, fried foods, convenience foods

Try to become more detail-oriented by correctly identifying the keywords in a research question and then alternate keywords for them. Stay on track.

Step 2 Grade

4.5

Step 3: Create a Search Statement

Using all of the key concepts you identified in Step 2, Part A and some of the keywords (alternative/related terms) you identified in Step 2, Part B, create a search statement that effectively uses Boolean operators and advanced searching techniques (nesting, truncation, phrase searching).

(Fast food OR obesity) AND kids

Example: (marketing OR branding OR advertis*) AND (Internet OR Web) AND (“small business” OR entrepreneurship)

Hint: Refer to module 1 for a review of Boolean operators, search statements, and advanced searching techniques.

How will Step 3 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0–1 points): Does not construct a reasonable search statement.

Satisfactory (2–4 points): Constructs a basic search statement that effectively uses Boolean operators to connect key concepts.

Excellent (5 points): Effectively uses Boolean operators and advanced searching techniques (nesting, truncation, phrase searching) to construct a search statement with no spelling errors.

Instructor Comments

Overall: Nice start, but this search statement could use more advanced searching techniques.
Phrase Searching: Remember that phrases must be in quotation marks. Please review phrase searching in week 1.
Truncation: Please review truncation in week 1.

Additional Comments

Please incorporate the following revisions along with alternate keywords into your RL part 2 search statement. You identified some good alternate keywords above, why not use them? For example,

(“fast food” or “junk food”) and (obes* or fat* or overweight) and (child* or kids or teen*)

Step 3 Grade

3.5

Overall Research Log Project Part 1 Comments

Please thoroughly review the comments I made to Research Log Project Part 1, as well as the course weeks, before attempting Research Log Project Part 2.
Points were deducted for the log being submitted late.

Additional Comments

I suggest using new alternate keywords in your log 2 search statement based on a review of database search results. You should review the search statement writing process especially the identification of alternate keywords for a research question.

In RL2, be certain to read the directions and provide the requested information accurately. Also, in RL 2, be sure that your search statement works and that the article cited is in the results list so that your instructor can verify it.

Keep up the good work, and review advanced search techniques in module 1.

-4 points for late submission
4 RL1 grade

 

above is my orignal responses and my professor comments.  undrneathis the new assignment so you have to plug in things from the orignal log and then do therevision.

 

Instructions: Work through each step of this log, answering each question as the directions indicate. Step 1 is not graded. Steps 2 through 5 will each receive a grade, and the sum of these grades will constitute your total grade for Research Log Project Part 2. Refer to the section on how each step of the log will be graded for detailed grading information.

Step 1: Thinking Back to Research Log Project Part 1

B. Original Search Statement

Record your original search statement from Research Log Project Part 1 (Step 3)

How will Step 1 be graded?

Step 1 will not receive a grade.

Step 2: UMUC Library Database Search

A. Database Search

Use the search statement you recorded in Step 1, Part B to search in one of the following UMUC library databases:

  • Academic Search Complete
  • MasterFILE Premier

Which database did you search?

Hint: Refer to Week 2 for a review of UMUC library databases.

B. Review Search Results

Review the search results from the database search you performed in Step 2, Part A and answer all of the following questions:

Were you able to successfully use the search statement from Step 1, Part B in the database, or did you receive an error/search failed message when trying your search?

 

If you received an error/search failed message from the database, were you able to identify the problem with your search statement?

 

Did you have to revise the search statement you created in Step 1, Part B in order to retrieve search results in the database search you performed in Step 2, Part A?

 

Identify and list additional keywords that you may use to search further on this topic by reviewing article titles, article abstracts, subject headings, and the articles themselves.

Hint: Refer to Week 2 for a review of databases, including subject headings in databases.

C. Revised Search Statement

Review your instructor’s comments from Research Log Project Part 1 for ways to improve your search statement. Review the additional keywords you identified in the box above (in Step 2, Part B). Based on this information, enter a revised search statement in the box below, using more effective search terms and techniques.

Hint: The revised search statement must be different in some way than the search statement that you used in Research Log Project Part 1 (Step 3) and recorded above in Step 1, Part B. Review the hints and examples in Research Log Project Part 1. For example, you might add, subtract, or change alternative search terms, or you might alter your use of truncation to discover more focused, relevant results. Refer to Week 1 for a review of Boolean operators, search statements, and advanced searching techniques.

How will Step 2 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0–2 points): Does not list alternative relevant keywords, or the search statement is not revised, or both.

Satisfactory (3–4 points): The revised search statement is adequate and demonstrates some appropriate advanced searching techniques correctly, but does not incorporate instructor feedback from Research Log Project Part 1 or choice of alternative keywords does not reflect careful review of search results.

Excellent (5 points): Lists alternative relevant keywords that demonstrate the student reviewed article titles, abstracts, subject headings, and articles. The search statement is effectively revised based on both instructor feedback from Research Log Project Part 1 and database search results from Step 2 and expertly demonstrates advanced searching techniques.

Step 3: Subject Guide Search

Try your search statement in a different UMUC library database than the one you searched in Step 2, Part A. Consult a subject guide on the UMUC Library website appropriate to your research question to help you identify the relevant databases in which to research your topic.

A. Subject Guide

What is the name of the subject guide you used to locate an appropriate database in which to search?

Example: Guide to Linguistics Resources

Hint: Refer to Week 2 for a review of subject guides.

B. Database Name

What is the name of the database in which you searched?

Example: AnthroSource

Hint: This must be a different database than the database you searched in Step 2, Part A.

C. Search Statement

Enter the search statement you used to successfully search the database.

Hint: You can use the revised search statement that you recorded above (Step 2, Part C) or a new, further revised search statement. This must be the statement that you used to get the results recorded in Step 5 below.

How will Step 3 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0–2 point): The selected database is not new or from an appropriate subject guide; the search statement did not work in the selected database.

Satisfactory (3–4 points): The selected database is from an appropriate subject guide, and the search statement is adequate and produces results in the selected database.

Excellent (5 points): The selected database is from an appropriate subject guide, and the search statement is effectively revised and produces results in the selected database.

Step 4: Select a Relevant Article

A. Citation Information

From the search results you retrieved in Step 3, select a full-text, in-depth article that is relevant to your research question. The article should not just be a brief overview of the topic but rather should address the key concepts of your research question and be as in-depth as possible, preferably written by an expert or credentialed author(s) in the field. Record the citation information in the spaces below.

Hint: Do NOT select newspaper or popular magazine articles, encyclopedia entries, or very brief journal articles (including editorials or letters to the editor), that would be useful only for background research. The article must be an in-depth article on your topic.

Article Title

Periodical/Publication Title (e.g., Harvard Business Review).

B. Article Type

Is the source (periodical/publication) of the article scholarly, trade, or popular?

Hint: Refer to table 2.4 in Week 2 for a review of periodical literature types. Consult the database Ulrichsweb Global Serial Directory for assistance if needed.

 

How can you tell?

Hint: Review the article itself to describe the characteristics of the periodical type in more detail.

C. Database

In which UMUC library database did you find the full text of the selected article?

How will Step 4 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0–2 point): The selected article is not relevant or is too brief to be useful for the topic, or the article type is not correctly identified.

Satisfactory (3–4 points): The selected article is relevant to the topic, and the article type is correctly identified.

Excellent (5 points): The selected article is both in-depth and highly relevant to the topic, and the article type is correctly identified and fully evaluated.

Step 5: Article Evaluation

A. Evaluate the Article Content

Using the general evaluation criteria described in Week 3, explain in the boxes below how the article you selected meets each of the criteria (authority, reliability, coverage, and currency). Describe each aspect of your selected article in detail.

 

Hint: Refer to the table 3.2, which describes authority, reliability, coverage, and currency.

Authority

Reliability

Coverage

Currency

B. Article Relevancy

Explain why you selected this particular article (Step 4) and how it is relevant to your research question. What are some specific points the article made that would assist you in writing a paper that addresses your research question? Your response must be at least two complete sentences.

Hint: Refer to Week 3 for information on analyzing sources and evaluating content.

How will Step 5 be graded?

Unsatisfactory (0–2 points): Does not answer all of the evaluation criteria questions, or satisfactorily answer the article relevancy question, or both.

Satisfactory (3–6 points): Minimally answers the evaluation criteria questions, or minimally answers the article relevancy question, or both.

Very Good (7–9 points): Answers evaluation criteria questions adequately but with little detail, or answers article relevancy question with little detail, or both.

Excellent (10 points): Thoroughly responds to the evaluation criteria questions with details about the selected article’s authority, reliability, coverage, and currency, and thoroughly responds to the article relevancy question.

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How Are Drugs Sorted Into Therapeutic Groups And Classes?

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1. How are drugs sorted into therapeutic groups and classes?

A. first by the conditions that they are used to treat. and then by their mechanisms of action

B. first by their mechanisms of action. and then by their therapeutic effects

C. first by their side effects. and then by their therapeutic effects

D. first by their toxicity. and then by their effectiveness

2. Bone marrow transplants…

A. require that the patient first undergo chemotherapy or radiation to kill the diseased stem cells and promote white blood cell production.

B. are a type of stem cell therapy. unless patient’s own cells are reinjected.

C. are always a type of stem cell therapy.

D. can help people with leukemia. a condition in which the body does not produce enough white blood cells.

3. What does AMA stand for?

A. American Medical Academy

B. American Medical Accreditation

C. American Medical Association

D. Association of Medical Assistants

4. What section of a drug’s package insert describes situations in which the drug should not be used because the risks outweigh the therapeutic benefits?

A. adverse reactions

B. contraindications

C. overdosage

D. warning/precautions

5 What is tertiary care?

A. adding medications together to achieve a better clinical effect

B. highly specialized medical and surgical care provided by a large medical center for unusual or complex medical problems

C. receiving medical or surgical care that does not require an overnight stay in the treatment facility

D. seeing a physician for routine checkups and general healthcare

6. Which of the following is NOT one of the stages in the classic approach to brand development strategy covered in your manual?

A. brand personality

B. brand positoning

C. brand quality

D. brand values

7 What are vasodilators used to do?

A. decrease vascular resistance and increase blood flow

B. mimic pathogens to stimulate the immune system

C. narrow the blood vessels

D.stimulate the CNS to make the heart beat faster

8. What is the name of the condition that occurs after a specific dose of a drug is given at such regular intervals that absorption and elimination (and therefore drug plasma concentration) have become fairly constant?

A. homeostasis

B. steady state

C. titration

D. tolerance

9. Which statement is TRUE about ocular administration?

A. Ocular administration is primarily for drugs that must cross the blood-brain barrier.

B. Ocular administration is used primarily to treat the eye.

C. Ocular administration is used when a drug must enter the bloodstream immediately.

D. Ocular administration is used when a drug must produce immediate effects on the brain or spinal cord.

10. Which entities invest’s the most money in pharmaceutical R&D?

A. Canadian pharmaceutical companies

B. the NIH

C. the U.S. Government

D. U.S. pharmaceutical companies

11. How are most drugs excreted?

A. via the bloodstream

B. via the heart

C. via the kidneys

D. via the skin

12. Over the last few decades, what has happened to legal limitations on sales’ reps discussions about off label uses?

A. Limitations have decreased.

B. Limitations have increased significantly.

C. Limitations have increased slightly.

D. Limitations have remained about the same.

13. Answer:Branding name

14. What does it mean if two drugs are at parity?

A. Both drugs are essentially in a neutral position.

B. Both drugs are generics.

C. Both drugs have exclusive preferred status.

D. The two drugs are bioequivalent.

15. Who is most likely to benefit from electronic sampling programs?

A. Everyone would benefit equally from electronic sampling programs

B. physicians in hospitals who are too busy to see representatives

C. physicians in rural areas who are not as frequently visited by representatives

D. physicians in urban areas who are too busy to see representatives

16. When referring to medication dosage, which abbreviation means “one-half’:

A. MS

B. OH

C. SM

D. SS

17 What is an internist?

A. a physician who practices internal medicine

B. a physician’s intern

C. a type of oncologist who specializes in chemotherapy

D. an internal sales representative

18. Which of the following is a type of white blood cell?

A. erythrocytes

B. insulin

C. Lymphocytes

D.HCs

19. Why are novice sales representatives often placed in charge of negotiating MCO formularies?

A. to become more familiar with the healthcare industry

B. to become more familiar with their territories

C. P&T committees are more receptive to new faces.

D. They are not. This job is usually reserved for more experienced reps.

20. What distinguishes pharmacodynamics from pharmacokinetics?

A. Pharmacodynamics studies a drug’s ex vivo effects.

B. Pharmacodynamics studies how drugs affect the body.

C. Pharmacodynamics studies the how the body affects drugs.

D. Pharmacodynamics studies the time required for a drug’s absorption.

21 What proportion of the drugs tested on human subjects are eventually approved by the FDA?

A. about 20%

B. about 60%

C. about 70%

D. about 95%

22. According to a study discussed in your manual, how do most physicians prefer to receive their drug samples?

A. by borrowing them from hospitals

B. by ordering them over the Internet

C. by trading them for services

D. directly from sales representatives

23. Which of the following is an example of a central value?

A. I buy Advil to show that I’m a modern consumer.

B. I like Advil because we were both born in the 80s.

C. I prefer Advil because I like the flavor.

D. I prefer Advil because it’s easier to swallow.

24. Which of the following specialties likely has the MOST emergency calls?

A. cardiology

B. psychiatry

C. urology

D. All specialists have the same number of emergency calls.

25. What affects the rate of active transport?

A. the availability of carriers. but not energy

B. the availability of energy. but not carriers

C. the availability of carriers and energy

D. neither the availability of carriers nor the availability of energy

26. Over the last few decades, what has happened to the FDA approval time for new drugs?

A. It has been lengthened to ensure safer drug products.

B. It has been lengthened to limit DTC marketing

C. It has been shortened to improve drug quality

D. It has been shortened to reduce the cost of new drug development.

27. Which of the following would NOT help improve compliance?

A. patients liking their providers

B. patients using only one pharmacist

C. pharmacists understanding how generics differ from brand name drugs

D. support groups

28. Which entity chooses a drug’s trade name?

A. the drug’s inventor

B. the drug’s manufacturer

C. the FDA

D. the United States Pharmaceutical Council

29. What type of stem cells are obtained from embryos and can develop into any cell type?

A. multipotent

B. pluripotent

C. totipotent

D. All stem cells can develop into any cell type.

30. As the price a patient pays for a prescription increases, what happens to the likelihood that the patient will fill it?

A. It decreases.

B. It increases.

C. It remains unaffected because the prescription is needed.

D. It remains unaffected because the prescription’s increased cost is offset by its perceived value.

31. Most involuntary movements come from which type of muscle tissue?

A. cardiac and smooth

B. only skeletal

C. skeletal and cardiac

D. skeletal and smooth

32. Which of the following is NOT one of the body’s major organ systems?

A. the cardiovascular system

B. the cellular system

C. the gastrointestinal system

D. the musculoskeletal system

33. How do most drugs exert their primary physiological effects?

A. by activating synapses between different types of tissues

B. by binding to cell receptors that are sensitive to their presence

C. by inhibiting synapses between different types of tissues

D. through genetic mutation

34. What is the most reliable source of information for determining therapeutically equivalent drug products?

A. AMA guide

B. Blue Book

C. FDA drug list

D. Orange Book

35. What does subcutaneous mean?

A. beneath the intervention

B. beneath the muscle tissue

C. beneath the outer skin

D. beneath the suture

36. What should a sales representative do if all of the prime spaces in a drug cabinet are coccupied?

A. ask staff for permission to move some of the other products in the cabinet

B. ask staff for permission to throw away expired products in the cabinet

C. ask the doctor if he still needs some of the other products in the cabinet

D. surreptitiously move your largest competitors’ products out of the way

37. It is inappropriate for physicians’ prescribing behaviors to be educated by their personal tastes and idiosyncrasies

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

38.The FDA defines API as the active__ ingredient in a drug, which produces the desired change in the body.

A. pharmaceutical

B. positive

C. potent

D. primary

39. What are the 2 legal classifications of wholesalers?

A. distributors and supply chains

B. pharmacists and NAMs

C. primary and secondary wholesale distributors

D. retailers and institutions

40.What term describes the usage of a medication for purposes other than the FDA-approved indications on the labeling?

A. contraindicative indication

B. off-indication usage

C or D. off-label

41. What is the acronym for pharmacokinetics?

A. KN

B. PC

C. PK

D. pT

42. The dosage range of a drug that is both safe and beneficial is known as the therapeutic window.

A. TRUE

B. FALSE

43. What is typically NOT a characteristic of a pharmaceutical sales rep?

A. Pharmaceutical sales reps are authentic and real.

B. Pharmaceutical sales reps are creative.

C. Pharmaceutical sales reps are focused.

D. Pharmaceutical sales reps are not concerned about competitors.

44. What entity grants drug patents?

A. the FDA

B. the FDA if the drug is over-the-counter and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office if the drug is prescription

C. the FDA if the drug is prescription and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office if the drug is over-the-counter

D. the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

45. Which of the following refers to all active and inert pharmaceutical ingredients in a drug, including fillers and colors?

A. formulation

B. mycoplasma

C. peptide

D. saccharide

46. What is the difference between potency and efficacy?

A. Doctors prefer more potent drugs.

B. Drug manufacturers prefer more potent drugs.

C. Potency refers to the drug’s effectiveness. while efficacy refers to its strength.

D. Potency refers to the drug’s strength, while efficacy refers to its effectiveness.

47. What is the minimum level of education required for a nurse practitioner?

A. a certification program

B. an associate’s degree

C. a bachelor’s degree

D. a graduate degree

48. How many names must a drug have?

A. at most three

B. at least three

C. at most five

D. at least five

49. How has a longer development time increased the cost of bringing a new drug to market?

Answer: Increasing the cost of capital

Explanation: Drug development is the procedure of bringing a new pharmaceutical drug to the market once a run multiple has been identified through the manner of druginvention. In lengthening development time radically increase the cost of bringing a new drug to pharmaceutical market by increasing the cost of capital required for R&D. For pharmacy companies the cost of capital increases are uncovered to Economic Risk and ambiguity over a long time of development time. Stringent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule and long approval times have really increased the cost of developing new drugs.

50. Senior citizens consume over times as many pharmaceuticals as people under 65.

A. three

B. five

C. ten

D. fifteen

51. What agency regulates the distribution and use of narcotics?

A. DEA

B. FTC

C. OIG

D.TSA

52. What is passive diffusion?

A. a type of pinocytosis

B. membrane transport via vesicles

C. the use of energy to help a substance pass from a low concentration gradient to a high one

D. when a substance freely moves through a membrane from a high concentration gradient to a low one

53. What are the MAIN categories of drugs under FDA jurisdiction?

A. active drugs and active placebos

B. biopharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals

C. non-prescription and nutraceuticals

D. prescription and non prescription

54. Answer:Oxytocin

55. What are all metabolites?

A. active substances

B. inactive substances

C. injections

D. products of metabolism

56. When a drug is administered orally, where does first-pass metabolism occur?

A. intestine

B. liver

C. pancreas

D. stomach

57. What is the medical term for swelling?

A. assay

B. edema

C. instillation

D. protease

58. Which of the following is NOT part of the Seven Step Cascade of Emotion?

A. be a consultant. not a rep

B. identify what your product does

C. reflect

D. visualize the power of 10

59. Which part of a clinical research paper is frequently referred to as the road map?

A. abstract

B. findings

C. letter to the editor

D . methods

60. Which of the following is a main active ingredient in lung surfactants?

A. animal lung extract

B. germicides

C. sympathomimetic drugs

D. theophylline

61. What does parenteral mean?

A. child prescriptions

B. injection

C. oral

D. tablet

62. Which term denotes a type of substance that enhances the action of a drug or antigen?

A. adjuvant

B. indicated

C. ligase

D peptide

63. If a sales representative’s product is placed on the second tier of a standard three-tier formulary, which of the following is most likely true?

A. It has not been reviewed by the P&T committee.

B. It is in a neutral position unless it is at parity with other drugs.

C. It probably has exclusive preferred status if it is not at parity with any other drugs.

D. It will essentially sell itself if it is granted exclusive preferred status.

64. Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic transport mechanisms?

A. active transport

B. homeostasis

C. passive diffusion

D. pinocytosis

65. Which statement accurately describes a relationship between drug agonists and antagonists?

A. Agonists and antagonists can be used together.

B. Agonists and antagonists should not be used together.

C. Antagonist drugs activate receptors. while agonists block access to receptors.

D. Antagonists are endogenous whereas agonists are man-made.

66. What is the study of the effects and movement of drugs in the human body?

A. anatomy

B. antology

C. clinical pharmacology

D. pathology

67. According to your manual, what is a common complaint that physicians have about traditional sampling methods?

A. that drug sample supply is too unpredictable

B. that patients are less likely to take free samples because they think they are lower quality

C. that patients do not like seeing drug representatives in their offices

D. that they receive too many drug samples

68. Which of these entities is formed by two or more hospitals or other healthcare entities to negotiate reduced rates with its aggregated purchasing power?

A. GPO

B. In-state wholesaler

C. PPO

D. RPO

69. What is another name for a drug derived from a biologic compound?

A. large molecule

B. oligonucleotide

C. orgaanism

D. small molecule

70. What is the most common policy regarding pharmaceutical reps dispensing drug samples in hospitals?

A. By federal law. drug sampling is permitted in all hospitals.

B. By federal law. it is up to individual physicians. not the hospital.

C. Drug sampling is encouraged. but not required.

D. Drug sampling is often forbidden.

71 Which of the following would help you build trust with a physician?

A. asking if he or she is having any problems with the managed care coverage of your products

B. repeating a question you already asked

C. surprising the office staff with a new poster in the break room

D. None of these would help you build trust with a physician.

72. What term denotes the difference between the usual effective dose and the dose that induces severe or life-threatening side effects?

A. dose-response relationship

B. margin of safety

C. the placebo effect

D. therapeutic window

73. What are excipients?

A. a type of cell receptor to which antagonists bind to decrease the effects of the body’s natural agonists

B. another term for generic equivalents

C. sites of action besides the target sites of action

D. the inert ingredients in a drug formulation

74. What is another term for the AWP?

A. dock-to-dock price

B. float price

C. list price

D. non-stock price

75. Which of these is the most likely use for a uterotonic agent?

A. to induce labor

B. to make the urine more alkaline

C. to supplement oral food intake

D. to treat hyperthyroidism

76. As of November 2013, which of these countries has legalized DTC advertising of prescription drugs?

A. Canada

B. Japan

C. Spain

D. none of these

77. Why are oral drugs often taken on an empty stomach?

A. to be more wholly absorbed by the stomach

B. to minimize absorption by the intestine

C. to minimize nausea

D. to pass through the stomach more quickly

78. What is one factor that differentiates community health centers from hospitals?

A. Community health center formularies are more restrictive.

B. Community health centers have higher reimbursement rates.

C. Newer brand name drugs are easier to access at community health centers.

D. None of these

79. How does drug sampling provide a social benefit?

A. Doctors donate their unused drug samples to charities.

B. Doctors often use drug samples to treat patients who otherwise could not afford it.

C. It allows patients to try out different prescription medications before consulting with physicians.

D. Drug sampling provides a social benefit in all of these ways.

80. Which medical term denotes the use of a stethoscope to listen to the heart?

A. auscultation

B. cardioversion

C. catheterization

D. echocardiography

 

 

 

GLST 200 DISCUSSION BOARD 7 REPLIES

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 DBF7 

Each reply must be at least 150 words (maximum 300 words). 

Response #1

Cross-cultural workers and empowering of local churches and church planting movements

The word of God teaches people that for humans to succeed in all their endeavors, they need to work together and exchange ideas. Build a strong foundation and community for everyone to call home. Even the word of God spreading across the world is work that takes a team effort and hence this task cannot be entirely left to missionaries and preachers of the gospel. This brought the need for cross-cultural workers who could interpret the word of God across all cultures by understanding their worldview and putting into context the word of God so that people from a different culture can accept the word of God and receive salvation. Cross-cultural workers are however met with a lot of frustration coming from the language barrier and cultural rigidity and this makes empowering of local churches a difficult ask. Hence, in the spreading of the gospel to foreign lands and cultures in Africa and Asia, cross-cultural workers use local churches and church planting movements to transform a few local people into believers who would help in the spreading of the gospel to the rest of the population. This partnership results in success of the church where the cross-cultural worker establishes the word of God, communicates the visions of the gospel to the people, formulates relevant strategies on how to mobilize locals and expand, extend and expose them to the glory of God so that they can enjoy eternal salvation. [1]Cross-cultural workers need to stay humble, observe appreciate and respect the specific culture they are establishing the local church in, learn the local language as well as mission organizations, love the local people, local pastors, and the local church, be simple in conveying the word of God and continually make believers out of the locals who will, in turn, bring in more people to be transformed.[2]

[1] Sparks, Carole, Effective partnering: the church and cross-cultural work on-task together (The Exchange, 2017), 1

[2] Hawke, Alex, Cross-cultural church planting: A plea from a missionary (Upstream, 2017), 1

Response #2

Forum 7 (Module 7) – TurabianCOLLAPSE

Glenn Schwartz writes in his article, “Dependency”, of the great importance of local funding of mission work. He cites in his passage multiple lessons that point to the need to have local missionaries support tithing (giving) and providing for their own living (working).

Schwartz emphasized in his article that missionaries should emphasize supporting their own mission work – not encouraging local congregations to always expect support from others1. Local churches should be encouraged to raise their own support and work together to pool together local resources to meet the needs of the community2. These practices should take precedent over becoming overly dependent upon support from cross-cultural missionaries (those from sending organizations who come from outside the local community).

Bibliography

Schwartz, Glenn. “Dependency.” Perspectives on the World Christian Movement: A Reader: Fourth                          Edition (WIlliam Carey Library: Pasadena, CA: 2009).

“Hacking Into Harvard”

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“Hacking into Harvard” Please respond to the following:

 

Read Case 2.1: Hacking into Harvard, located here or on page 71 in your textbook. As applicants began to defend themselves against the penalties handed out by the business schools, they appealed to both consequentialist and no consequentialist criteria to support their actions. Some responded by pointing out that their intentions were never malicious, while others argued they did not think checking their application statuses would cause any real harm

 

. Review the case study and analyze the actions of the students from a Kantian perspective.

 

Consider whether the actions taken by the hackers were permissible according the standard of universal acceptability.