Present a thorough literature review of both articles by summarizing, synthesizing, and evaluating the materials.

For this literature review assignment, we are going to give you a choice of three topics to choose from. Choose one for this assignment.

  1. Myasthenia Gravis
  2. Hodgkin’s Lymphoma
  3. HIV/AIDS

Remember, for a systematic review, focus your analysis on the treatments, causes, diagnosis, and prognosis presented in the literature.
Next, conduct your research of scholarly articles. Use the WCU Online Library databases. You will need to choose two sources to include in this mini-literature review.
For this review, be sure to:

  • Select two relevant and appropriate scholarly articles that address the topic you chose.
  • Present a thorough literature review of both articles by summarizing, synthesizing, and evaluating the materials.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the content presented in the articles.
  • Include a critical assessment of the sources. Do not simply include a summary of what you have read.
  • Incorporate citations into your body paragraphs; incorporate the essential and most relevant supporting evidence eloquently and appropriately.
  • Present your writing in a clear, organized manner.
  • Provide a strong introduction and conclusion, including further questions for research.

Discuss what an organization should consider before making a decision to purchase data mining software.

1. How do you describe the importance of data in analytics? Can we think of analytics without data? Explain.

2. Considering the new and broad definition of business analytics, what are the main inputs and outputs to the analytics continuum?

3. Where do the data for business analytics come from? What are the sources and the nature of those incoming data?

4. What are the most common metrics that make for analytics-ready data?

5. Define data mining. Why are there many names and definitions for data mining?

6. What are the main reasons for the recent popularity of data mining?

7. Discuss what an organization should consider before making a decision to purchase data mining software.

8. Distinguish data mining from other analytical tools and techniques.

9. Discuss the main data mining methods. What are the fundamental differences among them?

Discuss the need for a Request for Proposal (RFP). When would you need to create a Request for Proposal?

The vendor selection process ensures you choose a vendor to meet the organization’s needs. A Request for Proposal process provides a structure that leads to better decisions for purchasing through vendors.

Discuss the need for a Request for Proposal (RFP). When would you need to create a Request for Proposal?

Comment on the notion that anyone can steer a ship, but it takes a leader to chart a course. What does this mean? Do you agree with this? Can you give some examples?

Post your response to the weekly question. Your primary posting can end with a “tag-line” or a related question of yours.

Discussion Question: Comment on the notion that anyone can steer a ship, but it takes a leader to chart a course. What does this mean? Do you agree with this? Can you give some examples?

Discuss the differences between “pure employment-at-will” and “employment-at-will with exceptions.”

To be wrongfully terminated is to be fired for an illegal reason, which may involve violation of federal anti-discrimination laws or a contractual breach. The legal standards governing termination differ substantially depending on whether private-sector and nonunion employees or public-sector and unionized employees are being considered. As the company HR leader, you are accountable to the organization to ensure that all employee terminations are initiated and completed while maintaining strict adherence to current employment laws and EEOC guidelines.

Write a five to six (5-6) page paper in which you:

  1. Address your understanding of the term constructive discharge (What is it?). Then, identify factors courts might focus on to determine if a claim of constructive discharge exists. How might the organization avoid claims of constructive discharge? HINT: https://employment.findlaw.com/losing-a-job/constructive-dismissal-and-wrongful-termination.html
  2. Discuss the differences between “pure employment-at-will” and “employment-at-will with exceptions.” Do you believe employment-at-will is fair? If not, what is an alternative?
  3. Briefly describe what is the Montana Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act (WDEA). What do you see as benefits of this act to employees? Employers?
  4. Identify and discuss a minimum of three (3) actions organizations may want to consider as they seek to handle employee terminations legally.
  5. Go to https://research.strayer.edu to locate at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other websites do not qualify as academic resources.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
    • Develop policies that are compliant with employment laws.
    • Examine methods to assist in avoiding wrongful terminations.
    • Use technology and information resources to research issues in employment law.
    • Write clearly and concisely about employment law using proper writing mechanics.

Using course readings to support your strategy, describe how an early career counselor can develop these competencies

As our course comes to an end, your second residency where you will practice co-leading a group is around the corner. It will be helpful to consider how group leadership skills are evaluated and take time to develop.

Review the ten competencies listed in the Assessment of Group Counselors’ Competencies found in Appendix C of your Group Counseling: Concepts and Procedures text (linked in Resources). Identify at least two competencies you anticipate will require continued practice and training during fieldwork and early in your career. Using course readings to support your strategy, describe how an early career counselor can develop these competencies

When trying to determine what type of research study is described in an article, which two sections of the article will give you the best information to make that determination?

When trying to determine what type of research study is described in an article, which two sections of the article will give you the best information to make that determination?A.Abstract and conclusionB.Methods and limitationsC.Methods and resultsD.Introduction and resultsE.Abstract and discussionF.Literature review and data analysis

Order the following types of research evidence reviews in order of rigor from most rigorous to least rigorous: – 1. 2. 3. 4. Systematic review with meta-analysis
– 1. 2. 3. 4. Integrative review
– 1. 2. 3. 4. Systematic review without meta-analysis
– 1. 2. 3. 4. Narrative review

What types of information would help you identify a research study as quantitative? (Select all that apply.)A.Data is collected using such approaches as interviews, focus groups, and open-ended questions on surveys.B.Data is collected using Likert scales on surveys.C.Results are reported using numbers and statistics.D.Results are reported using themes and words.

What kind of study is described in the following excerpt?
Researchers are interested in studying the impact of living in a family where a child has been diagnosed with cancer. They collaborate with the oncology department at a large children’s hospital to identify and receive consent from families that have a child with a cancer diagnosis. Participants are consented and data is collected and triangulated using one-on-one interviews, focus groups, and surveys. Data is analyzed for thematic analysis.A.Quantitative researchB.Qualitative researchC.Mixed-methods researchD.Systematic reviewsE.Literature reviewsF.Cohort studies

Which of the following is a type of quantitative research study?A.PhenomenologyB.Case studyC.Randomized controlled trialD.EthnographyE.Participative action researchF.Ground theory

What type of information would help you identify a research study as qualitative? (Select all that apply.)A.Data is collected using such approaches as interviews, focus groups, and open-ended questions on surveys.B.Data is collected using Likert scales on surveys.C.Results are reported using numbers and statistics.D.Results are reported using themes and words.E.Data is collected using surveys with fill-in-the-blank questions.F.Results are reported using a mixture of numbers and themes.

State how you think two of these levels might influence one another regarding sexually transmitted infection epidemic in Cartersville GA

State additional risk and/or protective factors you think exist in Cartersville GA regarding Interpersonal relationships in Foster care Children

The five levels of influence of the social-ecological model (i.e., individual, family, peer, school, and community/cultural) often interact and influence each other.

State how you think two of these levels might influence one another regarding sexually transmitted infection epidemic in Cartersville GA

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

Learning Resources

Required Readings

Swearer, S. M., & Hymel, S. (2015). Understanding the psychology of bullying: Moving toward a social-ecological diathesis–stress model. American Psychologist, 70(4), 344-353.

American Mental Wellness Association: Risk and Protective Factors. Retrieved from: https://www.americanmentalwellness.org/prevention/risk-and-protective-factors/

Required Media

Walden Scholars of Change (2015). Healing our minds, bodies, and families. [Video]. Baltimore, MD: Producer.

“Major barriers to successful planning are: fear of change, ignorance, uncertainty about the future, and a lack of imagination. (Maxwell)” Explain why these are barriers and what a leader can do to manage these barriers.

“Major barriers to successful planning are: fear of change, ignorance, uncertainty about the future, and a lack of imagination. (Maxwell)” Explain why these are barriers and what a leader can do to manage these barriers.