How does Hinduism view human nature and what is the human condition?

Reflect on the following questions and use the book as a source to help reference the questions 1.)How does Hinduism view human nature and what is the human condition? What prevents human beings from realizing moksha? How does Hinduism view the Self (Atman)? How are ideas about the atman and moksha presented in the Katha Upanishad (make sure to provide specific examples and citations from the resources included for week 5)? 2.) What are the three different yoga paths or means of achieving liberation according to Hinduism (see pp. 78-82)? How are these three types of yoga explained in the Bhagavad Gita, as described in the audio files? Which path, do you think, fits you and your personality best and why? 3.) First, describe how the Buddha’s story can be contextualized within Moody’s five stages: Call, Search, Struggle, Breakthrough, and Return. Second, what kind of impact do you think the Four Passing Sights had on Siddhartha, given that he was raised without any knowledge of pain, suffering, or hardship? Do you agree that every human being experiences these Four Passing Sights, to some extent? If so, how have you experienced them in your own life? Make sure to cite examples from the text and additional resources on Buddhism in answering these questions.

Discuss the efficacy of treatment strategies appropriate for this particular client.

The summative assignment for this course is the creation of a legal contract for providing expert testimony, as well as forensic evaluation. This contract will have several components, including your 1.Qualifications 2.Roles and responsibilities 3. Brief code of ethics 4. Fee schedule 5. Risk assessment, 6. Diagnostic consultation 7. Recommended treatment strategies. Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed: I. Articulate your qualifications as an expert witness. In other words, to what extent do your credentials, licensures, and expectations meet the standards of Federal Rule of Evidence (FRE) 702? II. Define roles and responsibilities of involved parties. A. Besides yourself, who is involved in this case and what roles do they or will they serve? What responsibilities will they hold in this case? B. To what ethical standards will each of the involved parties be expected to adhere? Substantiate your claims with specific research. III. Propose a brief code of ethics by which you will be bound as you work with this client. Be sure the ethical guidelines you are suggesting for yourself are in line with those of a professional psychology association, and substantiate your claims with specific examples IV. Propose a fee schedule that aligns with FRE standards for compensation that outlines what you will charge for record review, diagnostic evaluation, report writing, interviewing, consultation with other professionals, expert testimony, and depositions, as well as appointment cancellation fees, retainers, financing charges if applicable, and terms for insurance coverage when applicable. V. Risk Assessment A. Propose appropriate risk assessment(s) that are based on the Daubert standard that you plan to use for this particular client. B. How do classic and contemporary psychology theories support your choice of risk assessment(s)? VI. Psychological Assessment Report A. Prepare a psychological assessment report that demonstrates use of objective testing data. B. How do classic and contemporary psychology theories support the claims you have made in your diagnostic consultation? VII. Treatment Strategies A. Discuss the efficacy of treatment strategies appropriate for this particular client. B. How do classic and contemporary psychology theories support these conclusions? VIII. Analyze the extent to which the information you are providing the court meets FRE 702. In other words, how can the court be sure your testimony is based on sufficient facts or data and is derived from reliable principles or methods? Be sure to justify your claims with specific research. IX. Prepare an affidavit to include with your agreement: A. Summarize the above elements for informing the court’s civil or criminal proceedings with regard to this client. B. Cite related proceedings, findings, and expert opinions that support your testimony to the court

Explain Smith’s standpoint theory and describe how your own particular social location influences your taken-for-granted knowledge of the social world.

Dorothy Smith claims that our knowledge of the world is dependent on our particular social location (our standpoint) in the world. Explain Smith’s standpoint theory and describe how your own particular social location influences your taken-for-granted knowledge of the social world.

Compare older groups of immigrants and the new Americans. Who comprises each group?

If your last name begins with the letter N-Z, do the following: 1. Using credible web sources, create a short PowerPoint or Prezi presentation that addresses the following: A. Compare older groups of immigrants and the new Americans. Who comprises each group? B. What differences exist between the two groups in terms of their motivations for coming to the United States? C. What are the implications of the various “push” factors for their reception and adjustment to the U.S.? 2. Post your presentation to the forum. 3. In replying to 3 peers, you must assess their presentations using the following criteria: A. Are the required questions answered clearly? Are there areas that needed more clarification or detail? B. Is the visual and text evidence persuasive? Why or why not? C. What is the most compelling part of the presentation, and why?

What images of Latinas (girls and women of Latin/Hispanic descent) are common in U.S. society?

1) What images of Latinas (girls and women of Latin/Hispanic descent) are common in U.S. society? Please refer to examples from media such as television, magazines, film, or the internet. How do these images reflect the experiences of these groups? Are the images problematic? OR 2) Compare and contrast the campaigns that arose in opposition to the immigration of Chinese and Japanese in the U.S. Does the Noel hypothesis help explain the differences? If so, how?

What were the differences between the southern civil rights movement and the Black Power movement, and why did these differences exist?

1) What were the differences between the southern civil rights movement and the Black Power movement, and why did these differences exist? Next, illustrate a modern Black rights movement by including three of any of the following: — images — video of approximately 5 minutes’ length or less from the web or from your own experience or location that illustrates the relevance of Black rights movements today. (Note – images can be added by any of the following methods: attaching files, inserting website URLs, or attaching or inserting movies.)

Write about an experience from your life that embodies an aspect of our mission.

Driven by the Jesuit values outlined in our mission statement, Santa Clara University promises to educate citizens and leaders of competence, conscience, and compassion. We strive to cultivate knowledge and faith to build a more humane, just, and sustainable world. Write about an experience from your life that embodies an aspect of our mission.

Demonstrate the significance of lifelong learning by participating in professional activities and learning services.

A philosophy of special education is a statement regarding your beliefs and values about special education. A shorter version of this statement is often required as part of the application process to obtain employment as a teacher. Create a 750-1,000 word draft of your special education philosophy. Include statements regarding your beliefs and values in each of the following areas: The purpose of education. Your personal vision of meeting the learning needs of students with special needs using standards-based instruction. How some of the ethical frameworks and professional practice standards you have examined will guide your professional practice. The types of resources teachers should seek to continually deepen their understanding of cultural, ethnic, gender, and learning differences among their students. The types of professional activities or learning communities that would best facilitate lifelong learning. Include three scholarly references to support your philosophy of education. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Program competencies and national standards assessed in the benchmark assignment: COE 6.1: Use professional ethical principles and professional practice standards to guide professional practice. [CEC 6.1, ICSI.6.K2, ICSI.6.K4 ICSI.6.S1, ICSI.6.S2, ICSI.6.S3, ICSI.6.S4, ICSI.6.S5, ICSI.6.S7, IIC.6.K1, IIC.6.K2, IIC.6.K3, IIC.6.S2; InTASC 9(a), 10(f); MC3, MC4, MC5] COE 6.4: Demonstrate the significance of lifelong learning by participating in professional activities and learning services. [CEC 6.4, ICSI.6.K2, ICSI.6.K5, ICSI.6.K6, ICSI.6.K7, ICSI.6.K10, ICSI.6.S3, ICSI.6.S3; InTASC 9(a), 9(g), 10(f); MC2, MC4, MC5]

Describe your perceptions on death and dying and how they were developed.

Select a scenario listed below from a phase of the lifespan and develop a 10 page paper on the topic. Please include an Abstract, Reference List, and 3 – 5 peer reviewed references. See footnote for assignment scenarios. Scenario I: Describe your perceptions on death and dying and how they were developed. Please include concepts, theories, and research on death and dying learned in this course. Also, include how your attitudes towards death and dying have changed as a result of taking this course. Scenario 2: You have a friend whose child was recently diagnosed with autism. She says that her child was active, engaged, and growing in a healthy manner, then suddenly stopped talking and reverted to behaviors from early childhood. Describe the critical components of the Childs Theory of Mind and how this theory varies in children with autism. Scenario 3: Your favorite cousin has called you to discuss strategies to engage and better understand her teenage daughter. One minute she’s warm and loving, the next minute she’s angry and hostile. She refuses to leave home when she has what she considers a “bad hair day” or a pimple. How would you explain these behaviors to your cousin and what recommendations would you suggest for helping her work with her daughter? Using concepts, theories, and research an adolescence learned in this course discuss cognitive changes, adolescent health, and issues encountered during adolescence. Scenario 4: Relationships in middle to late childhood are critical to the foundation for development of relationships as adults. Using concepts, theories, and research learned in this course discuss how developmental changes influence peer relationships, social cognition, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and culture impact relationships with friends.