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1. Which of the following is NOT an action company co-managers can take to help meet or beat the investor-expected increases in the company’s stock price in upcoming years?

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Which of the following is NOT an action company co-managers can take that has good potential for increasing the company’s average ROE and helping the company meet or beat the investorexpected ROE targets in upcoming years?

3. Which one of the following is NOT a way to improve the P/Q rating of a company’s brand of action-capture cameras?

4. If a company pays each camera PAT member a base wage of $21,000, thereby resulting in base wages of $84,000 per 4-person PAT, and if camera PATs work an average of 2,000 hours per year to assemble 3,000 cameras annually, it follows that

5. Actions that can lead to higher labor productivity in assembling cameras/drones do NOT include

6. The website prices virtually all companies in the industry charge Asia-Pacific buyers for UAV drones are likely to be higher than the website prices they charge UAV drone buyers in North America

7. After each decision round, company managers should make a point of examining the information on p. 2 of the Company Operating Report that concerns the company’s profitability in the action camera segment in each geographic region because
8. Which one of the following actions helps boost a company’s image rating/brand reputation?
9. Which of the following combinations of actions will likely provide the LEAST competitive benefits in helping a company catch the eye of action camera shoppers. significantly boost overall buyer appeal for its cameras versus rival brands, and cause more camera shoppers to purchase its brand instead of rival brands in each of the four geographic regions?
10. If a company earns net income of $40 million in Year 8, has 10 million shares of common stock outstanding, pays a dividend of $1.00 per share, and has annual interest costs of $10 million,
then
11. Which one of the following is NEITHER an advantage or disadvantage of shifting to roboticsassisted camera assembly methods?
12. The industry-low, industry-average, and industry-high cost benchmarks on pp. 6-7 of each issue of the Camera & Drone Journal
13. If a company adds 60 new workstations at a cost of $75,000 each and also spends $20 million for addition space in its camera/drone assembly facilities to accommodate more workstations, then its annual depreciation costs will rise by
14. Which of the following is NOT an action that can help boost a company’s credit rating? In answering this question, you may wish to consult the Help section for page 5 of the Camera &
Drone Journal and read the discussion pertaining to “The Credit Rating Measures.”
15. The benefits of pursuing a strategy of social responsibility and corporate citizenship include
16. Which one of the following represent the MOST important/helpful results from the latest decision round that company managers need to review/study in order to guide their strategic moves and decisions to improve their company’s competitiveness and overall company performance in the upcoming decision round?
17. Which one of the following actions helps increase a company’s EPS?
18. A company’s managers should give serious consideration to changing from a low-cost/low price strategy for action cameras to a different strategy in the 4 regional markets for action cameras when
19. If your company earns an ROE of 20% at a time when the investor-expected ROE target is 25% and if the instructor-determined weight for achieving the ROE target is worth 20 points, then your company’s ROE score on the Investor Expectations scoring standard will be
20. Which one of the following is NOT an attractive way to reduce the design, assembly, marketing, and other costs per action-capture camera sold in an effort to achieve a sizable low-cost competitive advantage over rivals?

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BEULAH HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY

LEAD 705: ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

__________________________________________________________________

Mission: Beulah Heights University is committed to developing relevant Christian leaders for

ministry and marketplace.

 

DEPARTMENT: Division of Business and Leadership

MODE OF DELIVERY: Online

CREDIT HOURS: 3.0

 

Course description:

A study of mid-range leadership theory. The course is a critical study of effective and emerging

leadership paradigms across a continuum of organizational structures. Case studies will be used

throughout the entity of the course for problem solving in the development of organizations.

 

In addition, students will be exposed to and qualitative research techniques and will be asked to

design a research proposal that will employ qualitative techniques to explore an organizational

practice for effectiveness.

 

Required Textbooks:

Scandura, Terri A. (2019). Essentials of organizational behavior: An evidence-based approach.

2nd ed. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE. ISBN: 978-15063-8846-5

 

Scott, Greg, & Garner, Roberta. (2014). Doing qualitative research: Designs, methods, and

techniques. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. ISBN: 978-0-205-69593-5

 

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th ed. Washington, DC:

America Psychological Association, 2010. ISBN: 978-1-4338-3215-4

 

 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Define the concept of Organizational Behavior. Acquisition: Reading and lectures.

Assessment: Discussion Boards

2. List and give examples of the four sources of information used in evidence-based management (EBM).

Acquisition: Case studies and course reading

Assessment: Instructor evaluation of student case study interaction

3. Define Critical Thinking and explain the critical thinking skills leaders need. Acquisition: Case studies and discussion

Assessment: Assignment evaluation by instructor

4. Describe the scientific method used in OB research. Acquisition: Case studies

Assessment: Instructor evaluation of reflections papers by students

 

 

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5. Discuss five types of outcome variables studied in OB. Acquisition: Case study and class discussion

Assessment: Final research paper

6. Compare the levels of analysis in OB research. Acquisition: Case study and class discussion

Assessment: Assignment evaluation by instructor

7. Develop plans for using OB Research to improve employee performance. Acquisition: Case study and class discussion

Assessment: Assignment evaluation by instructor

8. Compare and contrast Theory X and Theory Y assumptions. Acquisition: Case study and class discussion

Assessment: : Case study and class discussion

 

Evaluation Course evaluation will be based on the following:

Discussion Boards (8)..………………….………………200 points – 25 points each

Case Studies (5)…. ………………………………………500 points – 100 points each

Final Paper……………………………………………….300 points

TOTAL………………………………………..……… 1,000 points

GRADE DISPUTE

Students disputing a grade must bring it to instructor’s attention within one week after grade is

received or 30 days after receiving final grade report. After the expiration of these timeframes,

the grade will not be reconsidered.

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

• Within an 8-week online course– Students must attend 80% of the classes; however, it is imperative in efforts to stay caught up, that you try not to miss any weeks.

 

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION

Students who receive financial aid and withdraw from the University during the semester may

owe large amounts of money to the U.S. Department of Education and Beulah Heights

University. These debts will need to be satisfied before students will be allowed to continue their

education. Before making a decision to withdraw, students are encouraged to go the financial aid

office to determine the financial consequences of withdrawing from school.

LATE WORK/MAKE-UP POLICY The professor is to receive all assignments by the due date as outlined on the schedule. However,

if the student is unable to attend class on the date an assignment is due, the student must email,

fax, or deliver the assignment prior to class time. All late work is subject to grade reduction and

or a zero.

ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT

As members of an academic community that places a high value on truth and the pursuit of

knowledge, Beulah Heights University students are expected to be honest in every phase of their

academic life, and present as their own work only that which is genuinely theirs. Students are

expected to complete this course with integrity. The student’s work must be a reflection of

 

 

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his/her own scholarship. Where secondary sources are required, the student is expected to use the

proper citation of the material in accordance with the specified style-writing guide of this course.

If the student fails to comply, the instructor will have no option but to consider the student is

cheating and/or plagiarizing. This will result in a failing grade and the possibility of further

disciplinary action from the University. Plagiarism is defined as the use of the intellectual

property of another without proper citation, giving the impression that it is the student’s work.

 

GRADING SCALE

The following is the grade scale, which will be used to assign a grade for this course.

Grade Standard Point Scale Quality Points

A+ Excellent 980-1000 4.0

A Excellent 940-979 3.7

A – Excellent 900-930 3.5

B+ Good 880-899 3.3

B Good 840-879 3.1

B – Good 800-839 2.9

C+ Average 780-799 2.7

C Average 740-779 2.5

C – Average 700-739 2.3

D+ Passing 680-699 2.1

D Passing 640-679 1.9

D- Passing 600-639 1.7

F Failure 599 or below 0.0

P Passing 0 0.0

W Withdrawal 0 0.0

WP Withdraw

passing

0 Counts as hours attempted

WF Withdraw failing 0 Counts against GPA, and counts as hours

attempted

 

 

LIBRARY SERVICES STATEMENT

University Library Services provides instruction, information, resources, and services needed by

students pursuing their education and seeking an understanding of themselves, their world, and

their Creator. The Barth Memorial Library faculty and support staff offers direct personal

assistance to all students, whether on the University Campus, at Extension Centers or the Center

for Online Learning. Library acquisitions are carefully selected to support the curriculum and to

provide information resources in a variety of formats.

 

There is an online library tutorial for students to learn about searching the library catalog,

researching a paper topic, or using Galileo. Students who are returning to school after an

extended period find this particularly helpful. There is also information on finding and evaluating

websites and identifying and citing resources for your academic work. Circulating materials

(books, reprints from print journals) are checked out for fourteen days. You can also request

 

 

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direct assistance from a librarian by calling the University Campus. The library staff is dedicated

to supporting all faculty and students, whether on campus or online.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, and its implementing regulations

provide that no qualified individual with a disability shall, on the basis of the disability, be

excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of

a public entity. The Act and regulations also require an entity to “make reasonable modifications

in policies, practices, or procedures when the modifications are necessary to avoid discrimination

on the basis of disability, unless the public entity can demonstrate that making the modifications

would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity.” If you are an

individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation in order to participate

in or receive the benefit of a service, program, or activity, or if you desire more information, you

may contact the Office of Student Life and Enrollment Management.

 

 

BEULAH HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY CORE VALUES

Biblical Inerrancy

We seek to bring every aspect of personal and corporate life under the functional authority of the

inerrant Word of God by obeying its commands, applying its principles, and refraining from

dogmatism where the Bible is silent. We are prepared to stand on Biblical inerrancy against the

opposing tide of compromising norms and peer pressure.

Integrity

We seek to live, teach and promote a life of Godly choices in the face of temptation, and

consistent growth toward Christ-like attitudes and behavior with the context of responsible

church membership and involvement. We affirm the necessity of yielding to the Lordship of

Jesus Christ as the unconditional Lord of Life, with trust and obedience as essential prerequisites

for the enablement of the Holy Spirit to live a Christ-like life.

Global Missions

We are committed to implementing Christ’s mandate to fulfill the great commission by

stimulating and training Christians for evangelistic church planting, and support ministries

through global evangelization.

 

Dedicated Servanthood

We are dedicated to train Christian leaders who practice a pattern of life which reflects the

conviction that both individual and corporate prayer is essential in pursuit of God’s purpose for

holy living and fruitful ministry. We seek to cultivate an understanding of and commitment to

worship and giving as a vital and appropriate response of the believer to God, as evidenced by

regular and consistent practice in private and corporate life. We seek to be a community marked

by joyful reliance upon God for material provision, victory over sin, growth in Christ-likeness

and fruitful servanthood.

 

Diversity

 

 

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We are committed to embracing and empowering multi-ethnic and multi-cultural Christian

communities without regard to socio-economic status for purposes of fellowship,

encouragement, edification and ministry.

 

DETAILED COURSE SCHEDULE

Week Assignments/Activities

WK1

• Review Class Syllabus and Expectations

• Read Chapters 1 & 2 of Scandura text

• Review the power point (Chapter 1 & 2 of Scandura)

• Read Chapters 1 -3 of Scott & Garner text

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm, response to two peers due

Saturday 11:30pm

Discussion Question: Complete the Self-Assessment 2.1 at the end of Scandura chapter 2

(pp. 44-46). Discuss your personality profile and explore how those two skills can be

important as a leader of an organization.

WK2 • Read Chapters 3 & 4 of Scandura text

• Read 4-6 of Scott & Garner text

• Review the power point (Chapter 3 & 4 of Scandura)

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

• Case Study # 1 (Scandura pp. 20-21): In a Word document submitted in the Dropbox,

respond to question #4 at the end of Case Study 1.1. Due Saturday by 11:30pm.

Discussion Question: Many people use the word “bias” to refer to the orientation core

values of a researcher or journalist that have clearly influenced a study or report. What does

the word mean to you? Where would you draw the line between the perspective of the

researcher as a citizen and human being (which every person has) and a “biased” view that

makes the study less accurate and less valuable? If you believe “bias” is always a bad thing,

how do you think researchers can guard against it? If not, when is it OK?

WK3 • Read Chapters 5 & 6 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 7-9 of Scott & Garner text

• Review the power point (Chapter 5 & 6 of Scandura)

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

• Case Study # 2: (Scandura pp. 118-119) In a Word document submitted in the

Dropbox, respond to question #2 at the end of Case Study 5.1. Due Saturday by

11:30 pm.

Discussion Question: Thinking about the Historical-Comparative (HC) research approach,

what would you use this approach to study in the United States and why? What would your

research question be?

 

 

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WK 4 • Read Chapters 7 &8 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 10-12 of Scott & Garner text

• Read “Formulating Your Research Question”

• Review the power point (Chapter 7&8 of Scandura)

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• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

• Case Study # 3: (Scandura p. 207) In a Word document submitted in the Dropbox,

respond to question #4 at the end of Case Study 8.1. Due Saturday by 11:30 pm.

Discussion Question: Propose your own set of cultural objects for study. What theories

might help you organize your project? State your research questions and propose categories

of coding.

WK 5 • Read Chapters 9 &10 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 13-15 of Scott & Garner text

• Review the power point (Chapter 9 & 10 of Scandura)

• Read “A Guide to Using Qualitative Research”

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

• Case Study # 4: (Scandura p. 270) In a Word document submitted in the Dropbox,

respond to question #2 at the end of Case Study 10.1. Due Saturday by 11:30 pm.

Discussion Question: Identify a particular study where ethnographic field research would be

appropriate. Discuss the potential weaknesses of using this research method for the study

you identify, and propose ways to compensate for these weaknesses to strengthen your

research.

WK6

• Read Chapters 11, 12 &13 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 16-18 of Scott & Garner text

• Read “Writing A Literature Review”

• Review the power point (Chapter 11, 12 & 13 of Scandura)

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

• Case Study # 5: (Scandura p. 361) In a Word document submitted in the Dropbox,

respond to question #3 at the end of Case Study 13.2. Due Saturday by 11:30 pm.

Discussion Question: Discuss the potential problems related to “interviewing” as a research

method. What are the potential problems related to the interviewer, and what are the

potential problem related to the interviewee and what steps can you take to mitigate these

problems?

 

 

 

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WK 7 • Read Chapters 14 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 19-21 of Scott & Garner text

• Review the power point (Chapter 14 of Scandura)

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

Discussion Question: Gather together 4-6 people in your church, your school, place of

employment, or community, and discuss a topic of mutual interest (for example, worship

styles in the church, tuition prices in school, or covenant regulations in the community).

Take notes and later review your notes to see if any common themes emerged from the

discussion. For the Discussion Board, tell us what the context of the Focus Group was

(church, work, community, etc.), provide the topic you explored and the three questions you

asked. Then reveal the themes that emerged from your notes. Finally, what did you learn

from this process that might help your fellow students?

 

WK 8 • Read Chapter 15 of Scandura text

• Read Chapters 22-24 of Scott & Garner text

• Submit Final Paper in Dropbox (See instructions below)

• Discussion Board: Initial Post Due Wednesday 11:30pm (300 word minimum),

response to two peers due Saturday 11:30pm (150 word minimum)

Discussion Question: Discuss why people seem to resist change and identify two theories

that propose means by which resistance to change can be overcome.

 

 

Research Paper Instructions

 

This paper is to be 20 pages in APA format and is worth 300 points toward the final 1,000 points.

 

Write a qualitative research proposal of an organization of your choosing (for example, church,

school, work, HOA, etc.), and a topic of inquiry of your choosing (motivation of workers or

volunteers, how to increase study time of students, how to motivate homeowners to attend HOA

meetings, etc.).

 

This requires formulating a research question. For example, “What do volunteers believe a local

church can do to increase volunteerism?” or, “How can an HOA increase attendance at HOA

meetings?” This represents the first section of the paper and should explain why this research is

important to pursue.

 

The second section of the paper is a literature review that explores research that has already been

conducted in this area. For example, if you are asking, “What do volunteers believe a local

church can do to increase volunteerism?” you would go to Galileo and research the topics of

volunteerism or theories of recruiting volunteers. The literature review will be the largest section

of the paper and must use peer reviewed journal articles or scholarly books.

 

 

 

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The third section of your paper is where you propose what method of qualitative research you

will employ to research the question you are asking. You will need to explain why the method

or methods you choose is the best method to use. You will also state up front the weaknesses,

potential bias, or challenges of this research method. Meticulously describe this method and use

peer-reviewed articles in support of your choice. (Again, utilize Galileo for this.)

 

This paper the elements that will be required in your dissertation proposal will require. (Not that

this is going to be the same topic you will ultimately research.) When you do write your

dissertation you will begin with a proposal, which will be reviewed by a committee and

approved, approved with reservation, or rejected. If you are approved, you will continue by

actually conducting the research, writing up or describing your research in detail, writing up the

results, and finally conclusions and implications for future research.

 

 

 

Grading Rubric

 

Research Paper:

Content: 60% (180 points)

• Does each of the three sections of the paper follow the instructions above?

• Is the research question clearly identified and is it a question that merits research?

• Are the references scholarly, from peer-reviewed journals or scholarly books?

• Is the literature review thorough?

• Is the methodology proposed for researching the question appropriate?

• Are the potential strengths and weaknesses of the proposed method of research identified?

Format: 40% (120 points)

• Is proper APA formatting used throughout?

• Are references in proper format?

• Are sources cited properly?

• Are appropriate headings used?

• Does the grammar and punctuation reflect the writing of a graduate student?

Discussion Board Grading Rubric

Each week the total points for the Discussion Board is 25, for a total of 200 over 8 weeks

 

Each week the student must respond to the topic/question related to the case study.

Each original post must be at least 300 words in length and formatted in proper APA format, and is

due by Wednesday 11:30pm of each week.

Each initial post is worth 15 points (10 for responding to the topic/question + 5 for APA format).

Each post must be supported by at least one other peer-reviewed article in addition to the textbook.

 

In addition, each week each student must respond to the posts of two other students with a

substantive reply. The reply post must be at least 150 words, and each reply is worth 5 points each,

and is due by Saturday 11:30pm of each week. The replies must relate to the post of the other

students and each should be distinct. Please do not repost your response.

 

 

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All posts must be submitted by Saturday of the week they are due, and any submitted after the

deadline will not be graded.

Sample Discussion Board Post:

 

TOPIC/QUESTION: Please highlight the key strengths and weaknesses of a charismatic

leadership style and provide insights into why it can be a dangerous model in some

contexts.

 

Charismatic leadership has been found to be effective in some contexts, and Yukl (2012)

notes that there are examples of great leaders who were considered charismatic, such as John F.

Kennedy and Martin Luther King, Jr. The strengths of charismatic leadership include

commitment by the followers, the promotion of follower voice, that is, followers who are willing

to speak up to improve the organization, trust in the leader, and respect for the leader (Kwak,

2012; Yukl, 2012). However, there is the potential for radical followership that idealizes the

leader even when such loyalty is not warranted. Further, some charismatic leaders, such as

Hitler or Jim Jones, have provided powerful evidence that when charisma of the leader exceeds

his or her morality or integrity, there is the potential for unfettered and unwarranted followership,

sometimes to the detriment of the followers and the organization (Yukl, 2012).

It would seem that in a religious setting, such as the pastor of a church, charismatic leadership

has the potential to grow a large following, but leader charisma coupled with religious fervor

may open followers up to particularly pernicious behavior on the part of the leader. In addition,

the ability of an incoming leader to be effective as the successor of a strong charismatic leader

may be difficult. If the cult of personality has evolved, with respect to a leader, an incoming

leader may never be able to satisfy the expectations or demands of the followers (Kwak, 2012).

Smith (2014) states, “charismatic leadership rarely leads to long-term growth, but often has a

shelf-life equal only to the longevity of the leader” (p. 34).

References

Kwak, W. J. (2012). Charismatic leadership on empowered and less empowered follower’s

voice: A mediated moderation model. Journal of Leadership, Accountability and Ethics,

9(1), 56-70.

Smith, I. J. (2014). The dark side of charismatic leadership. Mont Blanc, WV: Broadman-Hall.

Yukl, G. A. (2012) Leadership in organizations (8th ed.).Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

 

 

 

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Sample Reply

Mark, I have read your post with great interest and agree generally with your comments, but I

would suggest that it is possible for charismatic leaders, as defined by Yukl (2012), to be

effective ecclesiastical leaders and to provide for an efficient and productive transition to the

next leader. Because charismatic leaders often have very loyal followers, it should be possible

for the charismatic leader to develop an effective training program to which the followers would

be committed. It would seem that if followers idealize such leaders that they would be willing to

emulate the charismatic leader and thereby be available as the next leader when the opportunity

came. Of course this would require a commitment on the part of the current leader to mentor or

coach the successor along the way. Even Smith (2014) admits that charismatic leaders are

effective at reproducing followers who are very similar to themselves (p. 45).

References

Smith, I. J. (2014). The dark side of charismatic leadership. Mont Blanc, WV: Broadman-Hall.

Yukl, G. A. (2012) Leadership in organizations (8th ed.). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

 

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You have six months to complete this contract

Module 1 Overview  

Research – it’s not a word that most of us like. Add “Research Paper” and many people break out in a cold sweat. Never fear! This course will cover the steps for writing a research paper ONE at a time. In Module 1, we will start by finding one current controversial article. By Module 4, an entire research paper will come together.  Let’s call it an “Argumentative Synthesis” so no one breaks out in hives!

Module 1 Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

· Demonstrate the ability to use The University of Alabama’s Scout search engine to find current, controversial sources.

· Determine if the sources found are reliable and credible.

· Identify the importance of highlighting and annotating possible sources.

· Understand the importance of asking questions about your sources to establish credibility

· Understand how to create an annotated bibliography.

· Understand how to summarize and evaluate an article.

Module 1 Readings

*Example of MLA formatting used for first page of all writing assignments found on page 59 and 465.

Read pages 357-375 & 375-389 – under Researching – green R

Read pages 71-75 – under Academic Writing – yellow A

Watch all video tutorials to learn how to use Scout and proper researching techniques.

 

Module 1 Assignment 1: Research using Scout

For this assignment, you will use the readings and videos to find your first current, controversial source. This assignment is worth 10 points.

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1. Review the videos and the tutorials on how to use the University of Alabama’s Scout search engine.

2. Choose a current, controversial topic.

3. Use Scout to locate one interesting article on your research topic. (The article should be in PDF format if possible and at least 2-5 pages in length. Also try to find articles published within the last six months if possible. You can stretch to a year if you must.)

4. Use the Email function in Scout to email the article to yourself. You should also e-mail the Works Cited entry. (Click on Cite at the top right of the screen. Choose MLA and the entry will come up.)

5. Use the Internet to locate information on the author of the article and the publication. It’s always good to know if the author or journal has a bias.

6. Submit the PDF of your article by clicking on the Module 1 Assignment 1 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 1 Assignment 2: Evaluating the source

For this assignment you will be using the article you selected in the first assignment and your text to answer questions. This assignment is worth 10 points.

Directions:

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1. Create a document in a word processing program (e.g. Microsoft Word). As a UA student, you can download Microsoft 365 free of charge at the UA OIT website. You will need your CWID.

2. Copy the ten questions from p. 382 “Evaluating all sources” and then paste them into the Word document.

3. Answer each question as it relates to the article you found in Assignment 1.

4. Save the document as m1a2_yourname.

5. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 1 Assignment 2 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 1 Assignment 3: Highlight and Annotate

Review pages 71 -75. For this assignment, you will need to highlight and annotate your article. Every time you highlight a word or section, stop and explain why. You can highlight and annotate in a pdf file or in a Word file.  This assignment is worth 10 points.

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1. Save the document as m1a3_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 1 Assignment 3 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 1 Assignment 4: Annotated Bibliography

Review pages 369-389. For this assignment, you will start an annotated bibliography. See example on p. 387. Make sure to include the entry, a summary and an evaluation. Center Annotated Bibliography at the top of the page. Make sure to use double spacing and 12 point font in Times New Roman.                                              This assignment is worth 30 points.

Note: Your bibliographic entry will be done for you by UA Scout, but if you want to know why different parts are put in a particular order, you can look at pages 422-461 for a complete breakdown of all kinds of entries. A bibliography is a list of ALL sources consulted; a Works Cited is a list of only the sources used in a particular paper. Since we are using all five sources, the same sources will be listed for both of these assignments.

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1. Save the document as m1a4_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 1 Assignment 4 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 1 = 60 points

 

 

Module 2 Overview

After reading an article, if you can turn to a friend and summarize it, then you obviously understood what you read. Moreover, if you can explain what made the article effective, you can also decide if the article is relevant and helpful to your research. In this module, you will understand the importance of being able to summarize, analyze and use the writing process.

Module 2 Objectives

Upon completion of Module 2, you will be able to:

· Review the importance of highlighting and annotating what you read.

· Review the importance of asking questions about your sources to establish credibility.

· Review the importance of being able to summarize what you read.

· Understand how to create a written analysis of an article.

· Identify the importance of using the writing process which includes: creating a working thesis and an organizational plan, highlighting and annotating a rough draft version, and revising a final draft.

Module 2 Readings

Review pages 71-77 yellow tab A and pages 357-389 green tab R.

Read pages 75-88 yellow tab A.

Module 2 Assignment 1: Research – two more articles

For this assignment you will continue to use Scout. This time you will locate two additional articles on the same topic you selected in Module 1. This assignment is worth 20 points. (10 points per article)

Directions

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1. Use Scout to locate two additional articles (PDF format) (approximately 2-5 pages each) on your research topic.

2. Highlight and annotate the articles as you did in Module 1 Assignment 4 and save the articles as m2article1_yourname and m2article2_yourname.

3. Use the Internet to locate additional information about the author(s) and publication. Consider the “Evaluating all sources” questions, but they are not required for submission.

4. Submit your completed assignment by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 1 title above and attaching the following using the Assignment Submission tool:

· Article 1 highlighted and annotated

· Article 2 highlighted and annotated

 

Module 2 Assignment 2: Add to Annotated Bibliography

Add the two new articles to your Annotated Bibliography: Review 369-389. Make sure the summaries are comprehensive. This assignment is worth 40 points.

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1. Save the document as m2a2_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 2 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 2 Assignment 3: Analysis

Review pages 78-83 and write an analysis of ONE of your two new articles. Remember and analysis is different from a summary. You should include brief summary, but then then main focus is to decide if the article is effective. Is this a good article? This assignment is broken up into three sections, so I can make sure you are analyzing the article. Submit each section individually. Wait for feedback and a grade on one section before moving to the next section. The writing process is important.

Create as working thesis and then create an organizational plan for your paragraphs. See page 83. 10 pts

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1. Save the document as m2a3_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 2 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 2 Assignment 4: Analysis Rough Draft

Create a rough draft of your analysis and then answer the seven questions found on page 83 under REVISE. Highlight and annotate your rough draft. Ask questions if you are unsure of how something should be done. Wait for feedback. 20 pts.

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1. Save the document as m2a4_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 4 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 2 Assignment 5: Analysis Final Draft

Using the instructor’s comments, revise your rough draft and create a final draft of your analysis. Use pages 80-81 as a model. Your analysis should be two to three pages long. Use MLA format: Times New Roman 12 point font, double spacing, a header with your last name and the page number, a centered title and a Works Cited page with the entry for the article. 70 pts.

 

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1. Save the document as m2a5_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 5 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

E-mail me if you have questions.

Module 2 = 160 points

Module 3 Overview

I am sure you can tell someone all about one published article that you read. However, how would you explain what you found in five published articles? You would be forced to write down information to keep them all straight. What if you wanted to use these five or six articles to discuss why Americans (should or should not) be allowed to have as many guns as they want? What you learn in Module 3 keeps you from plagiarizing. Every time you use information from a published source (print or web) you must give credit to the source. Plagiarism is a big “no – no.” Thank you Module 3!

Module 3 Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

· Review the importance of highlighting and annotating what you read to help with critical reading.

· Review the importance of asking questions about your sources to establish credibility.

· Identify strategies to avoid plagiarism.

· Understand the importance of using proper methods to quote and paraphrase information.

· Describe how to use sources and properly document those sources using parenthetical citations.

· Understand how to always give credit to the published source of information used.

· Demonstrate how to create a Works Cited list for your paper.

Module 3 Readings

Read pages 399-412 MLA white tab: Citing sources; avoiding plagiarism and pages 412-422 MLA white tab: Documenting sources. Also use pages 422-464 as a reference for all the different kinds of Works Cited entries. However, since we have been working on an annotated bibliography, you will have your Works Cited entries in the correct format.

The MLA white tabbed section contains the most important pages for this class.

Module 3 Assignment 1: Research – two more articles

For this assignment you will continue to use Scout. Locate two additional articles on the same topic you selected in Module 1 and 2. This assignment is worth 20 points. (10 points per article)

Directions

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1. Use Scout to locate two additional articles (PDF format) (approximately 2-5 pages each) on your research topic. Highlight and annotate the articles as you did in Module 2 and save the articles as m3article1_yourname and m3article2_yourname.

2. Use the Internet to locate additional information about the author(s) and publication. Consider the “Evaluating all sources” questions, but they are not required for submission.

3. Submit your completed assignment by clicking on the Module 3 Assignment 1 title above and attaching the following using the Assignment Submission tool:

· Article 1 highlighted and annotated

· Article 2 highlighted and annotated

Module 3 Assignment 2: Add to Annotated Bibliography

Add the two new articles to your Annotated Bibliography: Review 369-389. Make sure the summaries are comprehensive. This assignment is worth 40 points.

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1. Save the document as m2a2_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 2 Assignment 2 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

 

 

Module 3 Assignment 3: Summarizing and giving credit to the source

Review pages 400-403 & 412. Find a long section of information in each of your new articles. Type the original section, and then type a summarized version. *Remember that a summary should be a condensed version, so the summary will be shorter than the original. Use an in-text citation at the end of the summary to give credit to the source. Use an MLA heading and MLA formatting. 10 pts.

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1. Save the document as m3a3_yourname.

2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 3 Assignment 3 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 3 Assignment 4: Paraphrasing and giving credit to the source

Review pages 400-403 & 412. Find two interesting section of information in each of your new articles. Type the original section, and then type a paraphrased version. *Remember that paraphrased information is about the same length as the original. Use an in-text citation at the end to give credit to the source. Use an MLA heading and MLA formatting. 10 pts.

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 3 Assignment 4 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 3 Assignment 5: Quoting and giving credit to the source

Review pages 403-412. Find five interesting facts from each of your two new articles. (You probably highlighted many facts when you were reading the articles.) Type these ten facts as direct quotations from your articles. Use the integration methods, such as signal phrases, discussed in your book – paying close attention to page 406. Use an in-text citation at the end of each quotation to give credit to the source. Use an MLA heading and MLA formatting. 20 pts.

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 3 Assignment 5 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 3 = 100 points

 

Module 4 Overview

You now have five good articles that you have thoroughly researched. It’s time to decide on a thesis and use your articles to present an argumentative synthesis. You have all the tools you need. It’s time to put it all together.

 

Module 4 Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

· Review the importance of highlighting and annotating a rough draft version.

· Identify the basic elements of writing an argumentative synthesis.

· Create an argumentative synthesis.

Module 4 Readings

Read pages 7-20 and pages 30-60 yellow tab C

Read pages 89-113 yellow tab A and pages 464-470 white tab MLA.

Module 4 Assignment 1: Working thesis – Argumentative Synthesis.

Review pages 9-12 and write a working thesis for your Argumentative Essay. 5 points

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 4 Assignment 1 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 4 Assignment 2: Argument Points

Come up with six to eight arguments to support your thesis. Type them considering the order in which they should be presented. Type them in order and then answer the first three questions on page 105 under “Anticipating and countering opposing arguments.”  20 points

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 4 Assignment 2 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 4 Assignment 3: Rough Draft of Argumentative Synthesis

Review pages 89-111. Create a rough draft of your Argumentative Synthesis. When you complete your rough draft, go back and highlight and annotate it with your own comments and questions. I will answer all questions in my grading comments. 40 points

Paper Requirements: 5-8 pages in length including the Works Cited page. Double spaced, Times new Roman 12 point font, MLA formatting including the heading and header, and must integrate at least one summarized section, seven paraphrased sections, and five factual quotations.

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 4 Assignment 3 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 4 Assignment 4: Works Cited

Review page 470. Type a Works Cited list. This should be easy since you have been keeping an Annotated Bibliography. Follow the model. Pay attention to spacing and indentions. Make sure to alphabetize the entries by the first listed author’s last name. 15 points   E-mail me if you have questions.

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 4 Assignment 4 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Wait until you read the comments on this rough draft before you submit the final draft.

Module 4 Assignment 5: Argumentative Synthesis – Final Draft

Revise your essay based on the feedback and comments made on the rough draft. Proofread and edit.  Submit a polished version. 100 points

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2. Submit your completed document by clicking on the Module 4 Assignment 5 title above and using the Assignment Submission tool to attach your file.

Module 4 = 180 points

Total 500 points

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Liberty University RGLN 104 Quiz 8

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·         Question 1

3.5 out of 3.5 points

When talking with unbelievers, it is good to ask for permission to share with them.

·         Question 2

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Which of the following best exemplifies the new religious tolerance?

Baha’i

·         Question 3

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Suffering and compromise cannot coexist without compromise to God’s character, integrity or purpose.

·         Question 4

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The problem with the new tolerance is that the only opinion that is acceptable is no opinion.

·         Question 5

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Hindson argued that sin is the explicit reason God allows humans to experience trials.

·         Question 6

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The new tolerance has disguised itself in a popular approach to moral decision-making called ______________.

Relativism

·         Question 7

3.5 out of 3.5 points

According to Powell, the best way to respond to the problem of evil is to argue facts.

·         Question 8

3.5 out of 3.5 points

In modern society, tolerance is defined as both kindness toward the person and acceptance of all their viewpoints.

·         Question 9

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The Law of Non-Contradiction states:

Something cannot be both true and false at the same time in the same way.

·         Question 10

3.5 out of 3.5 points

People can debate whether an idea in the Bible is accurately interpreted, but the Bible is clearly a book written to communicate truth to those who seek to follow Jesus.

·         Question 11

3.5 out of 3.5 points

When sharing the gospel truth with an audience, it is important to consider the _______ of the audience.

All of the above

·         Question 12

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Suffering exists because

Both A and B

·         Question 13

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The definition of the word tolerance may not have changed, but our culture has dramatically changed its meaning.

·         Question 14

3.5 out of 3.5 points

According to the Apostle Paul, Christians should be peaceable toward people regardless of their views or opinions.

·         Question 15

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Tolerance should be viewed in reference to how we:

Respond to people with which we disagree.

·         Question 16

0 out of 3.5 points

Classical apologists use the cosmological and teleological arguments to validate Christianity.

·         Question 17

3.5 out of 3.5 points

God’s original design of creation was perfect and without suffering until Adam and Eve sinned.

·         Question 18

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Integrative apologetics is best understood as:

All of these

·         Question 19

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Which of the following is an important application that arises from a study of truth? We must clearly define the truths we believing concerning our faith.

All of the above

·         Question 20

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Church leaders are instructed to speak the truth in love and teach others to do the same.

 

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Critical Thinking Quiz

 

The quiz contains 25 questions providing scenarios which will challenge you to use your critical thinking skills so that you can choose the best option. This quiz is worth 10% of your grade. The answers are not found in your required weekly sources, however they can be used for guidance on how to think critically. The quiz assesses your critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities that you have developed throughout your college education.You will have 13 hours to complete the quiz and it must be taken in one sitting. Click on the Take the Quiz button when you are ready to start this exam. When finished, click on Submit Quiz.

Attempt history

  Attempt Time Score
LATEST Attempt 1 42 minutes 25 out of 25

Score for this quiz: 25 out of 25

Submitted 3 Jul at 9:49

This attempt took 42 minutes.

 

Question 1

1 / 1 pts

<11{1[2(06)06]}> Reporter: A new campaign finance reform bill being considered by Congress would limit the amount of campaign contributions that political candidates can receive. However, a survey of candidates running for mayor, governor, and senate seats shows that not one of them favors the bill. Clearly, there is no desire among politicians to limit campaign contributions.
Which one of the following points out the flaw in the reporter’s argument above?

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The views of candidates currently running for office do not necessarily represent the views of all politicians.

The reporter wrongly assumes that no politician has ever supported a bill intended to limit campaign contributions.

The evidence provided by the reporter suggests that most politicians are in favor of the new bill.

The reporter doesn’t indicate the amount that the new bill would limit campaign contributions.

 

Question 2

1 / 1 pts

<21{1[1(13)13]}> A recent study of 100 employees from six departments of a major corporation found 65% to be sleep deprived. The researchers concluded that the majority of corporate employees are sleep deprived.
The researcher’s conclusion is suspect because it:

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relies on a sample that is too small to represent the entire corporate workforce.

 

fails to describe the effects the sleep deprivation has.

 

is based on evidence that is statistically impossible.

 

assumes that corporate employees are more sleep deprived than other people.

 

 

Question 3

1 / 1 pts

<11{1[4(17)17]}> Mrs. Orlof teaches two history classes, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Yesterday she gave the same test to both classes. Anyone who failed the test must take a retest. Since a greater percentage of students who took the morning test failed the test than students who took the afternoon test, more of Orlof’s morning history students than afternoon history students will have to take the retest.
The conclusion above is not necessarily valid because:

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more students may have taken the test in the afternoon than in the morning.

 

some of the students who passed the afternoon test may have received information about the test from morning students.

some students may have been absent from both classes.

 

more students in the morning class may have passed the test than failed the test.

 

 

Question 4

1 / 1 pts

<11{1[4(23)23]}> People have claimed that Jamie’s paintings have given them the blues. Clearly this cannot be entirely  , since many of Jamie’s paintings contain no blue at all.
The argument above is flawed because the author:

is not a noted painting expert.

 

relies on contradictory facts.

 

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misinterprets a key term.

 

provides no evidence.

 

 

Question 5

1 / 1 pts

<21{1[2(24)24]}> The average height of members of the high school basketball team is six feet, three inches. Jerry is on the high school basketball team, so Jerry must be taller than six feet.
The argument above is flawed because it confuses

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an average for the individuals that make up that average.
 

people who are six feet three inches tall for people who are exactly six feet tall

 

the members of one team with the members of another team

 

Jerry with other members of the team

 

 

Question 6

1 / 1 pts

<21{1[1(01)01]}> Since Jessica’s participation in local politics increased significantly after she joined her school’s political science club, it is clear that her involvement in that club led her to take an interest in politics.
The argument above is flawed because:

it doesn’t say which political issues Jessica is interested in.

 

it states that the only purpose of the political science club is to spark an interest in politics.

it misuses the word “significantly.”

 

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it’s possible that an interest in politics caused Jessica to join the political science club.

 

 

Question 7

1 / 1 pts

<11{2[3(11)35]}> Some politicians claim to support the environment in speeches they make around the country. However, to get to those speeches they ride in gas guzzling, pollution creating private planes. They therefore clearly don’t believe a word of what they say and are actually making the environmental problem worse.
Which one of the following, if true, would best weaken the argument above?

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Improvements to the environment brought about through the politicians’ public support of environmental regulations more than offset the damage done to the environment by the politicians’ private planes.

A majority of voters surveyed agree that politicians sometimes make society’s problems worse.

Most people who hear the politicians’ speeches on the environment are unconvinced by their arguments.

Some of the politicians try to hide the fact that they travel by private plane to their speeches around the country.

 

Question 8

1 / 1 pts

<21{2[2(12)36]}> Career counselor: It is best for artists to build a practical and safe career that will guarantee them a secure income, and then pursue their art in their spare time. That way, they will be motivated to work hard at their day jobs to support their art making, and both their career and their art will thrive.
Which one of the following, if true, would most weaken the argument?

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Splitting time between two pursuits in life often causes both to suffer.

 

Having the time and money to make art doesn’t guarantee an artist commercial success.

 

Many people who aren’t artists prefer to pursue practical and safe careers.

 

Some forms of art making are expensive and require a good deal of money to pursue.

 

 

Question 9

1 / 1 pts

<21{2[1(01)25]}> The untimely death of Professor Hathaway halted his groundbreaking research into the uses of solar power. It therefore appears that Hathaway’s research will not result in practical applications.
Which one of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the argument?

Researchers at other universities are conducting research into the potential applications of solar power.

Officials at Professor Hathaway’s university have refused requests to make Professor Hathaway’s research public.

Not all professors at Professor Hathaway’s university knew that he was conducting research into the uses of solar power.

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Professor Hathaway’s research can be used by other scientists to create useful applications.

 

Question 10

1 / 1 pts

<21{3[2(08)44]}> Surveys show that people who use calorie information to decide which foods to eat consume on average 100 calories less than they would if they didn’t check calorie information before eating. Strangely though, people who use calorie information in this way weigh more on average than people who don’t check calorie information before eating.
Which one of the following, if true, best explains the surprising statistic stated above?

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People with a weight problem are most likely to check calorie information before eating.

 

Some people who check calorie information before eating don’t consume any fewer calories than they would if they didn’t check.

People who usually check calorie information before eating consume more calories if they stop checking.

There are fewer people who check calorie information before eating than people who don’t check calorie information before eating.

 

Question 11

1 / 1 pts

<11{3[1(07)43]}> As part of its reorganization, company X created five new positions within the company. However, after the reorganization was complete, company X had fewer employees than before the reorganization.
Which one of the following, if true, would best explain the result described above?

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Some employees were laid off as a number of old positions were eliminated in the reorganization.

The new positions were created to respond to a greater demand for company X’s products.

Some employees who quit over dissatisfaction with the reorganization were immediately replaced by new hires.

Some employees of the company were switched into new departments to fill the new positions.

 

Question 12

1 / 1 pts

<11{4[2(12)56]}> Choose the pair of words/phrases among the choices that exhibits the same logical relationship as the words/phrases in the following pair.
building : blueprint

guitar : song

 

bridge : island

 

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cake : recipe

 

ship : sea

 

 

Question 13

1 / 1 pts

<21{4[1(10)54]}> Choose the pair of words/phrases among the choices that exhibits the same logical relationship as the words/phrases in the following pair.
heavy : weight

color : size

 

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hot : temperature

 

feather : scale

 

dry : wet

 

 

Question 14

1 / 1 pts

<11{4[2(06)50]}> Choose the pair of words/phrases among the choices that exhibits the same logical relationship as the words/phrases in the following pair.
gavel : judge

ruler : math

 

stop sign : driver

 

symphony : composer

 

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baton : conductor

 

 

Question 15

1 / 1 pts

<11{5[1(05)61]}> Memmie: The greater the population near a restaurant, the more potential customers it has and the greater chance its popularity will spread through word-of-mouth. O’Sullivans Restaurant just opened in the very densely populated town of Redville, so its chances for success are great.
Sam: But the more people living in an area, the more restaurants there are in that area, so the more competition each one faces. There are twelve other restaurants serving the people of Redville.
Memmie and Sam seem to disagree about whether:

O’Sullivans will serve a different kind of food than the other restaurants in Redville.

 

O’Sullivans will fail in its first few months.

 

word-of-mouth about a restaurant can spread in a densely populated town like Redville.

 

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the high population of Redville ensures that O’Sullivan’s has a great chance for success.

 

 

Question 16

1 / 1 pts

<21{5[1(03)59]}> Barney: Last winter, I slipped on the outside stairs of PineTree Café and broke my leg. My fall was caused by ice on the stairs that the restaurant failed to remove. Since the restaurant clearly did not provide a safe atmosphere for its customers, I am justified in taking it to court.
Lydia: Unwarranted lawsuits are sweeping the country—lawsuits that have no legal merit and are brought simply to make lawyers and their clients rich. If this trend continues, soon our legal system will be swamped to the point where it won’t be able to administer justice to people who truly deserve it. You therefore should drop your case against PineTree Café.
The speakers above appear to disagree on which one of the following points?

The legal system will soon be unable to administer justice to people who deserve it.

 

Many unwarranted lawsuits are sweeping the country.

 

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Barney’s lawsuit against Pinetree Café is unwarranted.

 

Barney is likely to win his case against Pinetree Café.

 

 

Question 17

1 / 1 pts

<7{6[3(02)66]}> In a survey of 10 film historians, half voted for Nosferatu as the greatest vampire film ever made, and the other half voted for Dracula. However, when asked which lead vampire character they considered more charismatic, all of the film critics chose Dracula over Nosferatu.
Based on the information above, it must be true that for some film critics, their feelings about the charisma of the lead character:

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is not the most important factor they consider when comparing two films.

 

is the most important factor they consider when comparing two films.

 

is the least important factor they consider when comparing two films.

 

is the only factor they consider when comparing two films.

 

 

Question 18

1 / 1 pts

<11{6[1(07)71]}> The higher the price of an antique, the greater people’s expectation that the object is rare. That, in turn, makes the antique appear more valuable.
If the statements above are  , then offering an antique for sale at a bargain price:

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should be discouraged because it lessens a quality that makes that antique desirable.

 

should be encouraged because it increases the likelihood that antique will be sold.

 

will guarantee that the antique will not sell at a profit.

 

will likely increase people’s expectations that the antique is valuable.

 

 

Question 19

1 / 1 pts

<11{6[2(03)67]}> Only circus animals with a clean bill of health will perform in today’s exhibition. A monkey, a poodle, and a horse will perform in today’s exhibition. No circus animals with a clean bill of health were prescribed medications this week.
If the statements above are true, which one of the following must also be true on the basis of them?

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Neither the monkey nor the horse performing in today’s circus exhibition were prescribed medications this week.

No more than two circus animals have a clean bill of health.

 

No circus animals were prescribed medications this week.

 

The monkey, poodle, and horse are the only animals performing in today’s circus exhibition.

 

Question 20

1 / 1 pts

<11{7[2(03)79]}> Looking to increase the profits of his lemonade stand, Johann doubled the price of a cup of lemonade from 25 cents to 50 cents. This clearly shows Johann’s lack of business sense, for now he’ll almost certainly sell fewer cups at the new price and therefore make less money than before.
The argument above assumes that:

even if Johann sells more cups at the new price than he did at the old price, he’ll still lose money on the lemonade stand.

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profits from the price increase will not offset the money lost when fewer cups are sold.

 

the price increase will likely put Johann out of business.

 

Johann is looking to double the profits of his lemonade stand.

 

 

Question 21

1 / 1 pts

<21{7[1(04)80]}> A company can either invest in employee training seminars or update its computer network. Since updating the computer network would result in more measurable benefits, the company would be best off updating its computer network.
The argument above assumes that:

the benefit of the company investing in employee training seminars cannot be measured at all.

the employee training seminars would focus on teaching employees to use the updated computer network.

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the more measurable a benefit, the greater value that benefit has to a company.

 

investing in employee training seminars would yield negative results for the company.

 

 

Question 22

1 / 1 pts

<11{7[3(08)84]}> The president spoke to 19 congressmen from Texas to encourage them to vote for a bill. Since four of the 19 congressmen went on to vote for the bill, it is clear that the president persuaded those four to vote the way they did.
The argument above assumes that:

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the four Texas congressmen who voted for the bill were against it before they spoke to the president.

the president did not try to influence the votes of any congressmen outside of Texas.

 

the Texas congressmen who voted against the bill were persuaded by someone other than the president to vote the way they did.

the bill will not pass because a majority of Texas congressmen did not vote for it.

 

 

Question 23

1 / 1 pts

<11{8[1(04)92]}> The very large increase in allergies over the last thirty years is due to the great success of immunizations administered over this time period. Since immunizations have nearly eliminated life-threatening diseases such as polio, the human immune system increasingly targets other environmental substances in order to keep working properly. Allergy symptoms such as runny nose and itchy eyes result when the immune system attacks pollen that is breathed in from the air.
Which one of the following best expresses the main point of the passage above?

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The use of immunizations has led to an increase in allergies.

 

Viruses that once caused polio now cause allergies.

 

Immunizations have been very successful in eliminating life-threatening diseases.

 

Immunizations often have surprising side effects.

 

 

Question 24

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<11{8[1(10)98]}> Sometimes people get caught in a “downward spiral,” a case in which something leads to a result which in turn leads to more of the original thing, bringing on more of the result. As the process continues, the result continually gets worse and worse. An example is when people turn to binge eating when depressed, which causes them to put on weight and feel unhealthy, which then makes them more depressed, leading to more overeating, and so on.
The author is mainly concerned with:

convincing people not to overeat.

 

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explaining the process of the “downward spiral.”

 

showing how overeating can lead to depression.

 

showing how some processes lead to surprising results.

 

 

Question 25

1 / 1 pts

<21{8[1(07)95]}> Political science professor: Many people insist that the Internet is revolutionizing the political process. They argue that Internet debates and online political polls and chat rooms give people greater access to political information. And they’re right that online political chatter increases daily. But offering or reading anonymous online opinions does not by itself make for active political participation. In the past one would attend a rally, protest, or town meeting to engage in real politics. Today, people sit passively in front of computer screens under the illusion that they are connecting with their fellow citizens.
Which one of the following best expresses the main idea of the professor’s argument?

Internet debates and online political polls and chat rooms give people greater access to political information.

Political organizations of the past bear no resemblance to the political organizations of today.

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While the Internet has made more political content available, meaningful political involvement has decreased.

The Internet has revolutionized the political process because it has allowed many more political viewpoints to be expressed.

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Liberty University RGLN 104 Quiz 3

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·         Question 1

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Justification means to “declare righteous or holy”.

·         Question 2

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The Buddha rejected the Caste system of Hinduism and declared that everyone had an equal opportunity to reach Nirvana.

·         Question 3

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The Bible does not explicitly claim to be of divine origin.

·         Question 4

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Developing a biblical worldview means that we must remain faithful to essential biblical teachings and seek the best approach to non-essential issues in ways that show the love of Christ.

·         Question 5

3.5 out of 3.5 points

A person can believe in evolution and still believe in the trustworthiness of scripture.

·         Question 6

3.5 out of 3.5 points

1 Corinthians 15:3-8 is especially important because it is written as a creed and would be dated 1-4 years after the crucifixion.

·         Question 7

0 out of 3.5 points

According to the textbook, which of the following is not one of the essential doctrines of the Christian worldview?

Trinity

·         Question 8

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Christians always agree on which doctrinal issues are essential and which issues are not.

·         Question 9

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The Bible was written over a period of 1500 years.

·         Question 10

3.5 out of 3.5 points

The three most prominent or primary worldviews in our world today are Naturalism, Pantheism, and Theism.

·         Question 11

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Pantheism views god as an infinite, impersonal force.

·         Question 12

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Sin is real, but does not cause a broken fellowship with God or explain the necessity of Christ.

·         Question 13

3.5 out of 3.5 points

William Ramsay, who was a skeptic about the historical accuracy of the Bible, changed his mind after researching one of the gospel writer’s detail to titles of historical figures.  The writer was:

Luke

·         Question 14

0 out of 3.5 points

Which of the following is a “good argument,” according to Powell, that all four Gospels were written prior to 70 A.D.? :

There are no good biblical arguments that all four Gospels were written prior to 70 A.D.

·         Question 15

3.5 out of 3.5 points

God created humans because He was lonely and needed the fellowship of His creation.

·         Question 16

3.5 out of 3.5 points

Peter Singer believes that humans should not be valued over animals.

·         Question 17

0 out of 3.5 points

God’s revealing Himself through nature is known as:

None of the Above

·         Question 18

3.5 out of 3.5 points

One of the reasons that the message of the Bible is unique is that the God of the Bible is different than any other god in history.

·         Question 19

3.5 out of 3.5 points

All Old Testament scriptures are said to be “God breathed” according to II Timothy 3:16.

·         Question 20

3.5 out of 3.5 points

An example of Special Revelation is the creation that humans can see around them.

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communication studies – Speech Observation Report(ASA)

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You need to watch an online speech for this assignment. Here are some recommendations:

* Ken Robinson, ‘Do schools kill creativity?’, Ted.com

* Amy Cuddy, ‘Your body language may shape who you are’, Ted.com

* Brene Brown, ‘The power of vulnerability’, Ted.com

* Sasan Cain, The power of introverts’, Ted.com

* Matt Walker, ‘Sleep is your superpower’, Ted.com

* Hilary Clinton, ‘Women’s rights are human rights, Top 100 speeches, #35

* Steve Jobs, 2005 Stanford Commencement Address, YouTube

https://www.ted.com/talks?sort=popular

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Counseling Transcription Assignment.

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In this transcription assignment, you will demonstrate your ability to apply advanced counseling skills, theory, and critical analysis. After conducting the video recording for observation 2, select a 15-minute segment of that session to transcribe for this assignment. This segment can be one that you find critical or necessary to analyze for your growth as a counselor-in training. Please transcribe verbatim (continuous) in the template provided. Include 1) Verbatim transcription of a 15-minute video for observation #2, 2) analyze each column for skills and competencies, 3) analysis of critical thinking, and 4) evaluation of responses

100 points.

You must watch the counseling video that was recorded with the student in order to complete this assignment. The 13 year old student is always getting in trouble with her mother for breaking the house rules. Her mother expects her to act older and be more responsible. She occasionally gets angry and punches her pillows.

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE  READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY! I’M NOT ACCEPTING ANYMORE INCOMPLETE ASSIGNMENTS BECAUSE THE INSTRUCTIONS WERE NOT READ AND FOLLOWED. I AM NOT ADJUSTING THE DUE DATE! I HAVE ATTACHED THE FORMAT THAT SHOULD BE FOLLOWED WITH DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS.

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BIBL 104 Quiz 5 Liberty University

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Quiz 5

Question 1

1 out of 1 points

The writer of the Gospel of John identifies himself only as “the disciple Jesus loved.”

Question 2

1 out of 1 points

A slave’s birth was unimportant, so Mark does not include the birth of Christ.

Question 3

1 out of 1 points

The last twelve verses of Mark are included in the KJV but modern translations like the NASB, NKJV, ESV, HCSB, and NIV usually use footnotes or a combination of footnotes and brackets to indicate that some manuscripts lack the verses.

Question 4

1 out of 1 points

Which of the following is not a miracle that Jesus performed?

Question 5

1 out of 1 points

Which of the following books are Pauline Epistles?

Question 6

1 out of 1 points

John uses this central “I am” declaration to affirm the deity of Christ. One of these “I Am” declarations is:

Question 7

1 out of 1 points

The New Testament consists of twenty-seven books that were written in Koine Greek or common Greek.

Question 8

0 out of 1 points

Jesus asked James three times, “Do you love Me?” Upon Peter’s positive confession Jesus recommissioned him to service.

Question 9

1 out of 1 points

All of Jesus’ activity in Mark focus on His Judean ministry with the final week focused exclusively on activities in Jerusalem.

Question 10

1 out of 1 points

Because Matthew, Mark, and Luke have more stories in common with one another, these three Gospels are called the “_____________ Gospels.”

Question 11

0 out of 1 points

Which of the following books are General Epistles

Question 12

0 out of 1 points

Which of the following is not a parable of Jesus?

Question 13

1 out of 1 points

According to the Gospel of John Jesus’ mission to the Jews was highlighted by seven miraculous signs. One of these signs is

Question 14

1 out of 1 points

During Jesus’ post-resurrection appearances He comforted Mary, convinced Thomas of His resurrection, and reassured Peter that he was forgiven for denying Him.

Question 15

0 out of 1 points

John addresses his Gospel to Theophilus who may have been a Roman official or a nobleman who recently became a Christian.

Question 16

0 out of 1 points

Matthew’s Gospel opens with the genealogy of Jesus traced all the way back through King David and concluding with Isaac who was the child of promise.

Question 17

1 out of 1 points

The Acts of the Apostles covers the time from Pentecost to Paul’s imprisonment.

Question 18

0 out of 1 points

Mark recounts nearly _______ miracles of Jesus.

Question 19

1 out of 1 points

John sees prophetic fulfillment in the fact that when they pierced Jesus’ side with a spear both blood and water came out at once.

Question 20

0 out of 1 points

Matthew’s portrait of Christ is that of

Question 21

1 out of 1 points

In the Gospels, __________, Paul’s physician-missionary, writes with the Greek mentality in view.

Question 22

1 out of 1 points

The content of the New Testament Letters is doctrinal and personal.

Question 23

1 out of 1 points

John uses this central “I am” declaration to affirm the deity of Christ. One of these “I Am” declarations is:

Question 24

1 out of 1 points

John uses this central “I am” declaration to affirm the deity of Christ. One of these “I Am” declarations is:

Question 25

1 out of 1 points

In John 3 Jesus met _______________, a Jewish ruler in Jerusalem, to whom He explains what it means to be “born again.”

Question 26

1 out of 1 points

At his crucifixion Jesus asked for a drink. John view this as a prophetic fulfillment.

Question 27

1 out of 1 points

Which of the following is not a parable of Jesus?

Question 28

1 out of 1 points

The book of Revelation was written by John on the island of

Question 29

1 out of 1 points

In contrast to the Synoptic Gospels, the Gospel of John focuses more on the seven _________________ of Christ.

Question 30

1 out of 1 points

Matthew’s Gospel describes five extended teaching sessions, which are arranged in five major discourses. This was done so that readers could better follow what Jesus said about specific subjects.

Question 31

1 out of 1 points

John wants Theophilus and other readers to “know the certainty of the things about which you have been instructed.”

Question 32

1 out of 1 points

Matthew originally crafted this Gospel for a group of Christians who needed to become more familiar with the Old Testament.

Question 33

1 out of 1 points

The Gospel of Matthew provides some of Jesus’ most prominent sermons, parables, and miracles, plus a record of important messages such as the Sermon on the Mount, the parables of the kingdom, and the Olivet Discourse.

Question 34

1 out of 1 points

In the Gospels, _________, the travel companion of Paul and Peter, writes for the Roman mind.

Question 35

1 out of 1 points

Because Luke was a physician, there seems to be an interest in sickness and healing in the Third Gospel.

Question 36

1 out of 1 points

The book of Acts begins with the ascension of Christ and His commission to the apostles to take the gospel message from Jerusalem to the rest of the world.

Question 37

1 out of 1 points

According to our textbook, Mark’s theological purpose was to explain the most significant life in all of human history.

Question 38

1 out of 1 points

The Mark who authored the Gospel of Mark is not the John Mark that Paul did not want to take with him on his second missionary journey.

Question 39

1 out of 1 points

All the authors of the New Testament were Jews, with the possible exception of the Roman citizen Paul.

Question 40

1 out of 1 points

According to our textbook, the book of Revelation is written in apocalyptic symbolism and makes use of numbers, animals, and colors as graphic symbols of prophetic realties.

Question 41

0 out of 1 points

The typical letters of the Greco-Roman period included an address, a greeting, a body, and a conclusion.

Question 42

1 out of 1 points

Matthew’s Gospel names no audience for its message other than that which is implied in its Great Commission. Its message was ultimately intended to go to “all nations.”

Question 43

0 out of 1 points

John uses this central “I am” declaration to affirm the deity of Christ. One of these “I Am” declarations is:

Question 44

0 out of 1 points

Which of the following is not a parable of Jesus?

Question 45

1 out of 1 points

Jesus was buried in a new tomb by Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea.

Question 46

1 out of 1 points

In the Gospels, _____________, the Hebrew tax collector, writes for the Hebrew mind.

Question 47

1 out of 1 points

There is no purposeful arrangement to the letters as they are presented in the New Testament.

Question 48

0 out of 1 points

John uses this central “I am” declaration to affirm the deity of Christ. One of these “I Am” declarations is:

Question 49

1 out of 1 points

Mark’s writing is action packed, forceful, fresh, vivid, dramatic, realistic, graphic, simple, direct, swift, rough, brief, and to the point.

Question 50

0 out of 1 points

Mark’s portrait of Christ is that of

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BUSINESS INTEGRATION AND STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

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1. A firm has many goals and a set of _____ that shape the achievement of the goals.

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2. The difference between goals and objectives is that goals are ____ and objectives are ____.

3. The five stage strategic management process is comprised of mission and vision, objectives, strategy formulation, _____, and _____.

4. Cinnabon and Kopi Luwak are examples of a _____ strategy.

5. Checkers Drive In and Redbox are examples of a _____ strategy.

6. Strategic leadership is about _____ in the process of exploiting opportunities.

7. Ken Olson of DEC failed to _____ the change occurring in the industry, focused too much on engineering precision, and brought about the downfall of the company.

8. Organizational change is any ____ that requires a change in ____ .

9. Strategic leaders can mitigate people-oriented resistance to change by ____.

10. Leaders can mitigate take-oriented resistance to change by aligning _____.

11. Segmentation is the process of dividing a _____ market into _____ clusters, each of which have some common characteristics.

12. Positioning maps show ____ of brands versus competing brands on important buying decisions.

13. Which of the following is most likely to lead to customer loyalty?

Reducing the effort required by customers

14. Service quality is characterized by intangibility, heterogeneity, and _____.

15. Service quality is a comparison between ____ and ____.

16. The three key elements of enterprise performance management are ______, processes, and people.

17. A low performance orientation with low psychological safety leads to _____.

18. A low performance orientation with high psychological safety leads to _____.

Complacency

19. A strategy map outlines the _____ along each of the four dimensions of the balanced scorecard.

20. Supply Chain Management flows are comprised of product or service flows, data and information flows, and ____.

21. The three step continuous improvement methodology is comprised of Assess, ____, and ____.

22. The Japanese Method of continuous improvement is called ____.

23. At the heart of the Six Sigma is the ____ process.

24. DMAIC is an acronym for Define, Measure, Analyze, ____, and _____.

25. The focus of Lean is a bias for ____ while the focus of Six Sigma is a bias for ____.

26. Inbound logistics is sometimes synonymously used with _____.

27. Operations refers to the transformation process of converting ____ into _____.

28. In terms of value chain integration, leadership provides the mission, vision, _____, and _____.

29. In terms of the value chain concept, the ultimate differentiator is ______.

Service

30. Firms following a differentiation strategy need to focus on ______.

Innovation and marketing

31. _____ is a support activity of the value chain.

Procurement

32. While evaluating alternatives, one needs to look at whether the proposed course of action is legal, ethical, ____, and _____.

33. Organizations are generally good at strategy_____ but fail at strategy ____.

Formulation; implementation

34. According to Ansoff, a firm that introduces new products into new markets is engaged in____.

Diversification

35. Suppose INTEL acquires its competitor AMD. This would be an example of _____.

Horizontal integration

36. Return on investment in the realm of quality denotes the ratio of ____ to ____ resulting from the improvement initiatives.

37. The three major perspectives along which segmentation is carried out are demographic, ____ and _____.

38. People resist change due to several factors. One of the factors is the perception that change _____.

39. An adaptive strategic leader combines resoluteness with _____.

Flexibility

40. APPLE having their showrooms and retail outlets with experts to help customers is an example of______.

41. Helpful techniques to define a problem are flow charts to depict the process and ____ to identify the root cause.

42. The ultimate goal of an organization is to _____ and _____ value its customers.

Create; provide

43. ______ and the willingness to share information in time is a critical success factor in business.

44. ______ is a primary activity of the value chain.

45. ______ leadership is about positively impacting others through clear vision, stretch goals, personal example, humility, and intellectual stimulation.

46. The components of the PDCA cycle are ______, ______, _______, and ______.

47. The concepts of supply chain management and ______ go together.

Just in time

48. Givenchy and Rolex are examples of a _______ strategy.

49. Competitive rivalry is high in industries with a ____ number of ______ players.

50. Lean processes focus on ______ and support Six Sigma processes.

51. A performance orientated system embedded in an organizational culture of ______ leads to a learning environment.

52. Quality can be considered to be the ______ at the start of use of a product or service.

53. A copper producing company acquiring copper ore mines to ensure a steady supply of raw materials is pursuing a _____ strategy.

54. By focusing on cost drivers, Activity Based Costing isolates activities that_____.

55. Optimizing an enterprise’s strategic value is dependent on the _____ between various levels and across domains.

56. Strategic leaders challenge the _____.

57. Firms such as eBay and Tophatter offer a ______ value proposition.

58. Performance management provides the ______ and ______ integration of different elements that make up an organization.

59. Who are an organization’s internal customers?

Employees whose work is impacted by or dependent on the work of others in the organization.

60. To be instruments for purposeful change, strategy maps should be part of _____.

61. The Balanced Scorecard Links organizational vision and strategy to financial, internal process, organizational capacity and ______.

62. The firm attempts to achieve its goal through a combination of resources and _____.

63. A compelling unique value or unique selling proposition is the building block of _____.

64. _______ refers to the state of a product or service after an interval of time.

65. The ability to manufacture a small number of units without increasing costs is a feature of _______.

66. Southwest Airlines has consistently followed a ______ strategy.

67. A(n) _______ is a set of integrated parts or processes working towards a common objective.

68. Strategic leaders can prepare people for change through _______.

69. If we remove all technicalities, performance management is all about _____.

70. Today’s competitive environment is characterized by rapid change, _____, and ambiguity.

71. When leaders are unable to achieve competitive advantage through either cost leadership or differentiation, the organization _____.

72. A fearless analysis of organizational failures – What happened? What should have happened? Where did we go wrong? – leads to ______.

73. Abell’s framework provides a valuable understanding of the _____, ______, and _____ of business.

74. Quality reduces waste and network thereby reducing costs. A perception of superior quality allows the firm a _____ price relative to its competitors.

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