Find the code of ethics from a construction related organization (i.e. American Institute of Architects, American Society of Professional Engineers, Construction Management Association of America, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, etc.).

1.Write a three page report, double spaced, MS Word, 12 point font. 2.In your own words, explain what you think those organization is trying to convey by publishing these Code of Ethics standards. 3.Write how will a Code of Ethics affect you as a construction manager? Include how you, as a construction manager, can implement ethics in your career.

Defend YOUR Upward Mobility Path: Financial Analyst Career

The purpose of this writing assignment is to learn and practice the skill of finding, using, and documenting reliable and relevant research data, and employing the MLA format of both citing quotations and using paraphrases. You are showing that you know how to locate specialized information and present it in your writing. You will also be practicing the first triad of steps from the Toulmin Method of Argumentation. You will view this assignment as an argument against an imaginary person about why you should (or should not) pursue this college major, OR this career choice, OR this company/non-profit. You are defending your choice. Introduction and Claim (minimum one paragraph): First, explain what first brought you to this particular major/career choice/or company—before having done any research. Is it something you have always been intrigued by? Why? Do you already have some personal experience in this field? What would that be? Then, write this statement: “I should (or should not) pursue this major/career/company/non-profit.” Data One/ Grounds: Description (two paragraphs—use at least one to two reliable research sources): This is a formal explanation and description of this career or profession. How is it defined, and explored, by the U.S Bureau of Labor and Statistics? How does a job site describe it? What is the job description? What does this person do? What are the other related professions? What is the national average salary for this professional? What is the average for the Bay Area? Data Two/Grounds: Preparation for the Career one to two paragraphs—use at least one to two reliable research sources): What type of schooling and training is necessary? How many years will it take? What are the best schools or training programs for this profession? Find some job postings for this profession. In the case of a specific company or organization, study what is on their website. Find examples of resumes for this type of professional. [Commercial websites such as Indeed.com; Glassdoor.com can help with this; I will also show the class other sources to consider for research.] What do you keep noticing when you look at job postings and resumes for this profession? (You must Interview a professional in this field/area and ask what that person’s preparation was. Otherwise, interview a professor who teaches in a discipline related to the field/area.) Data Three/Grounds Forecast/Outlook/Quality of Lifestyle (two or more paragraphs-use several reliable research sources): What is the projected growth for this career? Is it declining? Growing? Is there a need for this in the future? What are the pros and cons of working in this profession? Find a current newspaper headline about this career, or related to this career. What does this news article reveal about this career? [will use our library research database services] Find the major professional/academic journal for this career. What does a recent article title reveal to you about the current status of this career? [will use bls.gov or our library research database] Find the official website of a major professional organization for this career. What can you discover from their article selections? [find as a link on bls.gov and its Occupational Outlook Handbook page] Drawing Your Conclusion/ the Warrant (one to two paragraphs): Now that you have conducted this research, and considered all of this as evidence/data/grounds, you should (or should not) pursue this major/career/company because? Summarize why this will or will not work for your upward mobility path.

Write a research paper over identity and how it relates to the following novels: Saga, desiree’s baby, When a fat girl get skinny, ad infinitude, and much a du about nothing.

Write a research paper over identity and how it relates to the following novels: Saga, desiree’s baby, When a fat girl get skinny, ad infinitude, and much a du about nothing. The goal of this course is to identify and analyze the different literary genres of fiction, poetry and drama and understand how their respective elements affect their quality and context. For this assignment, you must write a literary analysis research essay using the assigned readings from the Fiction, Poetry and Drama Units. To assist you with the writing process, select 6-7 texts that are similar in topic; you must use at least one text from each unit. Then, review the Questions for Writing about Fiction / Critical Perspectives document in the Research Paper folder. Select a critical perspective that you will apply in your analysis and critique of the texts. Choose one of the following topics: Justice Forgiveness Love Friendship Shame / Secrets Identity Family Literary element (irony, humor, suspense, etc.) Other (be specific) Next, do some research on your subject and see what information is available on the topic, authors and/or the short story/poem/play/ graphic texts you chose. You must include three outside resources as material to support your analysis. Acceptable materials will derive from library research databases, journal articles and critical studies (books). Note: internet-based materials such as a website (eg: sparknotes.com) or a review /summary (eg: Amazon.com user review) are unacceptable. Use the library catalogue and databases to locate research materials that provide a critical analysis of your topic. Use your unit exams, Analysis Essay, and notes to help formulate your essay! Because journal publications are more current than their book-manuscript counterparts, it is required that at least one of your secondary texts be from a peer-reviewed journal publication. Also, at least one of your outside sources must derive from a book (this does not include the graphic texts). The third source can be from another book, news (such as CNN or NYT) or from a journal publication.

Demonstrate that you understand why or how your opponents position makes sense.

Rogerian Essay Rogerian Argumentation I. Intro Thesis II. Background —Overview of argument (neutral) —Summary of sides (neutral) III. Statement of Understand —Present your opponent’s position —Demonstrate that you understand why or how your opponents position makes sense IV. State Your Position V. Solution Offer a win-win proposition. Tell the opposition why moving toward your position would be beneficial. Present concrete steps toward solving the problem both sides face. VI. Conclusion Ethos, Pathos, and Logos A good argumentative essay requires a somewhat balanced use of ethos, pathos, and logos. Alt-hough you don’t have to use each persuasive approach in your essay, keep in mind that without ethos, your essay will not carry credibility; without pathos, it won’t have effective emotional affect; and without logos, you might not necessarily expect your audience to buy into your ar-gument. You may need to think about which persuasive approach would be more convincing for your audience.

Identify and discuss the single most successful social welfare program in the United States (many are listed in the textbook, but there are many more).

Identify and discuss the single most successful social welfare program in the United States (many are listed in the textbook, but there are many more). – What are the goals of the program and why has it been successful? – What are the strengths and weaknesses of this program? Provide both historical and current information to support your position. – What reforms could further improve the program you selected? – What technique would be more effective in implementing the suggested reforms (Authoritative, Incentive, Capacity or Hortatory)? – What are the future prospects of the program?