Comparing Efficacy Research and Program Evaluation -Peer responses

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There needs to be a seperate response to each peer’s posting and it needs to be supported with at least two references for each peer’s posting.

 

1st Peer Posting

 

What differences do you note between efficacy research and program evaluation?

 

 

 

The difference between efficacy research and program evaluation is the scientific aspect. Program evaluations “primary purpose is to provide data that can be used by decision makers to make valued judgements about the processes and outcomes of a program (Sherpis, Young, & Daniels, 2010). Therefore, letting the agency know what needs to be changed in the program to make the program effective to their clientele.  Efficacy research based on empirical data which is an essential to the scientific method. Therefore, efficacy research is where clients are in controlled environments and interventions can be tested.

 

 

 

What are the key strengths of efficacy research?

 

 

 

The key strength of efficacy research is the scientific process. In the article, The Efficacy of Child Parent Relationship Therapy for Adopted Children with Attachment Disruptions, the researcher wanted to test the child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) which “is an empirically based, manualized counseling intervention for children presenting with a range of social, emotional, and behavioral issues” (Cranes-Holt, & Bratton, 2014). The purpose was to test this theory on adoptive families. Thus, a control group was designed to test CPRT. The researcher used the Child Behavior Checklist-Parent Version (CBCL) and the Measurement of Empathy in Adult-Child Interaction (MEACI). These are both empirical test, the CBCL measures the parents of the child’s behavior problems; whereas, the MEACI is an operational measure that defines empathy between the parents and the child while playing. These tests are conducted in control environments where no outside distractions are permitted and the hypothesis of the researcher can be tested.

 

What are the key strengths of program evaluation?

 

 

 

The key strength of the program evaluation is the clients are the people who are participating in the program evaluation and whether the interventions used are effective for them. Thus, this lets the research know what changes are needed for the agency to be successful. Therefore, surveys are used to collect data for the participants, the parents, are people that work with the clients or caregivers with the client. This give the ideas of opinions of the people directly or indirectly receiving services. In the article, Evaluating Batter Counseling Programs: A Difficult Task Showing Some Effects and Implications, a multisite evaluation was done and the participants were “administered a uniform set of background questionnaire, personality inventory (MCMI-III; Millon, 1994), and alcohol test (MAST; Selzer, 1971)” (Gondolf, 2004). Therefore, given the research opinions of the clientele over the four sites and let the researcher know what treatment is working and not working. Therefore, the conclusion of the program evaluation “the batterer programs, in our evaluation, appear to contribute to this outcome— there is a ‘‘program effect.’’ (Gondolf, 2004).  “Referral to the gender-based, cognitive–behavioral programs, moreover, seems to be appropriate for the majority of men” (Gondolf, 2004).

 

What contribution does each of these types of research make to the counseling field?

 

The contribution that efficacy research makes to the counseling field is that there is scientific data that the interventions used with the client will work; if they are utilized correctly by the client. Efficacy research gives the counselor confidence in providing treatment inventions for the client because it will help in the client’s mental health. Program evaluations aid the counselor in what intervention are working and not working for the client population they serve. Program evaluations make sure the agency has the client’s best interest in mind and the agency is using the best intervention and treatment planning to service their client. Program evaluation helps the counselor increase their knowledge base of treatment, interventions, assessments, and diversity for the clients they serve. “Counselors recognize the need for continuing education to acquire and maintain a reasonable level of awareness of current scientific and professional information in their fields of activity. Counselors maintain their competence in the skills they use, are open to new procedures, and remain informed regarding best practices for working with diverse populations” (APA, 2014).

 

 

 

What is a point from any of the articles that you can apply in your current work setting or your ideal counseling fieldwork setting?

 

 

 

A main point that stood out to this learner was the subjectivity of the program evaluation. “Evaluation is, consequently, not an objective or purely scientific process that produces unbiased and conclusive results”. In this view, a program evaluation is a process with a subjective outcome”. This the research must be careful not to impose if owes values and views when evaluating a program from interpreting the data that is given. According to ACA Code of Ethics (2014), standard a.4.b. states “Counselors are aware of—and avoid imposing—their own values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors. Counselors respect the diversity of clients, trainees, and research participants and seek training in areas in which they are at risk of imposing their values onto clients, especially when the counselor’s values are inconsistent with the client’s goals or are discriminatory in nature”.

 

 

 

References

 

American Counseling Association (2014). Code of Ethics. Alexandria, VA: Author.

 

Cranes-Holt, K., & Bratton, S.C. (2014). The Efficacy of Child Parent Relationship Therapy for

 

Adopted Children with Attachment Disruptions. Journal of Counseling & Development,

 

92(3), 328-337. doi: 10.1002/j.1556.6676.2014.00160.x

 

Gondolf, E. W. (2004). Evaluating Batter Counseling Programs: A Difficult Task Showing

 

Some Effects and Implications. Aggression and Violent Behavior, 9(6), 605-631. doi:

 

10.1016/j.avb.2003.06.001

 

Sherpis, Young, & Daniels (2010). Current View: US Counseling Research: Quantitative,

 

Qualitative, and Mixed Methods. [Bookshelf Online]. Retrieved from:

 

https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/#/books/9781323128015/cfi/0

 

 

 

2nd Peer Posting

 

U1D1_KDM Powell_Comparing Efficacy Research and Program Evaluation

 

Differences

 

In working with efficacy research, involves general investigation to resolve the analysis of whether a certain program is effective (Royce, Thayer & Padgett, 2016) Evaluation of a program involves assessing whether the program is supplying what is needed by the client attain their goals (Royce, Thayer, & Padgett, 2016). Each has the purpose for a variety of reasons. Program evaluations are practical is do not rely on theory or academics to be performed and can evaluated for one person or a group (Royce, Thayer, & Padgett, 2016). The effectiveness of research offers the research the answers to understand if a program is doing what it was set out to do. The effectiveness or usefulness of a program can mean the difference between expanding a program or creating change.  Program evaluation looks at the efficacy of the research to determine if information supplied can be utilized in the program. With this in mind a program can be made better which ultimately make the people involved in the program get better service toward their needs.

 

Key strengths

 

Efficacy research digs deep through a process and looks at certain information presented can be something meaningful or misguided. The amount of information that is available can offer a clearer view of the course of actions that can be followed to make success of a client’s life in the participation of a program. The amount of research compiled offers information as to what are the pitfalls or viable assets to a program because if the research was done correct is could be replicated and come to the same conclusion which would produce validity in what found (Royce, Thayer & Padgett, 2016).  Understanding how the research was handled and what is revealed within that research can be effectively used as a viable representation to be used in future research.

 

In the regards to program evaluation, the program that may work in one setting may not work another setting even though client’s may have the same or similar program (Royce, Thayer, & Padgett, 2016). Program evaluation looks at how the program may relate to the clients in that particular setting. As mention with this evaluation, change can occur to be more beneficial. The developers and facilitators of a program can review if the interventions are used are what is best for their client population. Also, having the program based on research can assess what research was used to based their decision on the interventions being used.

 

Contribution

 

There are so many programs out there just as there is research out there. There are options that can be utilized to help in the counseling. There is one specific thing that stands out as being definitive in how and what interventions being used.  Gondolf (2004) maintains that what makes how effective a program is based on the interventions incorporated in the program.  Research and evaluation can set a program a part from all others. Gondolf (2004) believed that defining a program is a major issue. With use of research and evaluation, defining the program can dictate which client based that would be better served, the most suitable setting and effectiveness of the programs as whole.

 

Point

 

Information that is out there about evaluation of programs may not be entirely truthful. Gondolf (2004) expressed that producing definitive results can be overwhelming but also the results can be fabricated to produce validation. There should be consideration as to how the results are interpreted based on the research. Sometimes is good to do one’s own research and evaluation. Relying solely on other’s research and evaluation could put the good that one is trying to at risk as well as one’s reputation.

 

References:

 

David Royse, D., Bruce A. Thayer, & Padgett, D.K. (2016). Program Evaluation: An Introduction to an Evidence-Based Approach (6th ed.) Boston. MA: Cengage Learning.

 

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SOCW-6090 & 6361-W1-Discussions

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Discussion 1: Impact of Mainstream Focus on Psychopathology and Diagnosis

Diagnosis and the description of mental health issues have recently become ubiquitous in the media. One of the reasons for this new emergence of the topic of mental health in the mainstream media is because of worldwide traumatic events. Many tragic events covered in the media are centered on one or two individuals who have committed acts of violence. Unfortunately, most of these individuals have had a history of mental illness. This aspect of the tragedy then becomes the focus of analysis within the media. From this point of reference, reporters and journalists educate the public on mental health issues. However, these tragedies could be an opportunity to educate the public about the facts related to mental illness. Unfortunately, the media discussions about mental illness often result in attaching a stigma to mental illness and to the population suffering from mental illness.

 

As a clinical social worker, you need to be aware of the impact of the entry of psychopathology and diagnosis in mainstream public discourses. You also need to think about how the media could help eliminate or mitigate the stigma attached to mental illness in the mind of the general population.

 

·      Post an explanation of your thoughts on how psychopathology and diagnosis have entered mainstream public discourse.

 

·      Then explain the potential negative and positive impact of this mainstream discourse on those living with a psychiatric diagnosis.

 

·      Briefly explain the DSM-5’s organization and its dimensional approach to diagnosing and its possible impact on society’s view of mental disorders.

 

·      Be sure to include specific examples to the mainstream media (e.g., television or magazine reports, television shows) in your post.

 

Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.

 

 

References (use 3 or more)

 

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing.

  • “Preface” (pp. xli–xliv)

 

Krueger, R. F., & Bezdjian, S. (2009). Enhancing research and treatment of mental disorders with dimensional concepts: Toward DSM-V and ICS-11. World Psychiatry, 8(1), 3–6.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discussion 2:
Historical Divides and Ethical Obligations Within Social Work

The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) specifies the ethics and values of the profession in their Code of Ethics. Section 6.04 of the Code of Ethics (1999) states:

Social workers should engage in social and political action that seeks to ensure that all people have equal access to the resources, employment, services, and opportunities they require to meet their basic human needs and to develop fully. Social workers should be aware of the impact of the political arena on practice and should advocate for changes in policy and legislation to improve social conditions in order to meet basic human needs and promote social justice.(Preamble, p. 8)

 

With the requirement of social and political action among social workers, there is little political activity among clinical social workers. Why? What barriers exist that prevent social workers from fulfilling this ethical obligation?

 

What does it mean to be a macro social worker? A micro social worker? Do these differentiations have any real meaning? If not, why is this language used when referring to the social work profession?

 

In this Discussion, you will look at the obligation of social workers to engage in political action in their practice and discuss why there appear to be different perceptions of the responsibility for political action among social work professionals.

·      Post an analysis of historical divides (such as the schism between Jane Addams and Mary Richmond) and historical influences on current social work practice with respect to policy advocacy and action.

 

·      Do such schisms exist in contemporary social work?

 

·      If you think these divides exist, how do they prevent social workers from fulfilling their ethical obligation(s)?

 

·      Are they important differentiations?

 

References (use 3 or more)

 

Jansson, B. S. (2018). Becoming an effective policy advocate: From policy practice to social justice. (8th ed.). Pacific Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole Cengage Learning Series.

  • Chapter 1, “Joining a Tradition of Social Reform” (pp. 3–31)

 

Community Toolbox. (2016). Chapter 5 Section 1: Strategies for community change and improvement: An overview. Retrieved from http://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/assessment/promotion-strategies/overview/main

 

Hill, K. M., Ferguson, S. M., & Erickson, C. (2010). Sustaining and strengthening a macro identity: The association of macro practice social work. Journal of Community Practice, 18(4), 513–527. doi:10.1080/10705422.2010.519684

 

 

Jacobson, W. B. (2001). Beyond therapy: Bringing social work back to human services reform. Social Work, 46(1), 51–61.

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Counseling Theory assignment

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Subject Name: Counseling Theory

We got:Some theory
person-centered theory and therapy (PCT).
existential theory and practice.
Gestalt theory and therapy.

I have attached all the materials we studied in this course

Based on what you have learned thus far in the course, please reflect on the following:

Please watch the following video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr7WPGbZIjY (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Answer the following questions in a 3-5 page response:

  1. How would you characterize Gabriel’s natural therapy style?
  2. What strategies does he use to facilitate the therapeutic process
  3. Pick a 2 theorists discussed thus far, and compare and contrast Gabriel’s style to the theorist.  Please make sure you are showing a clear understanding of the theorist you are  comparing him too, and being clear in your understanding of the theory in practice
  4. Could Gabriel benefit from using any additional theories you have learned about thus far? If so, what and how?
  5. What did you think of Gabriel’s style? Did you like it? Why or why not?
  6. Based on the supplemental learning this week, any cultural issues you noticed?

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Discussion: Gaps in the Life Model

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Piedra and Engstrom (2009) noted how the life model “remains general and unspecific regarding factors that affect immigrant families” (p. 272). Recall that there will never be one theory or a model that can fully explain a phenomenon or lay out all the steps and procedures when working with complex issues that clients present to social workers. Recognizing this, Piedra and Engstrom selected another theory in the immigration literature—segmented assimilation theory. They identified concepts from segmented assimilation theory to “fill in” the gaps that the life model does not address.

In this Discussion, you examine gaps in the life model by applying it to your field experience.

To prepare:

  • Review the life model.
  • Review this article in the Learning Resources: Piedra, L. M., & Engstrom, D. W. (2009). Segmented assimilation theory and the life model: An integrated approach to understanding immigrants and their children. Social Work, 54(3), 270–277. http://dx.doi.org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/sw/54.3.270

By Day 3

Post:

Using an example from your fieldwork experience and a diverse population you encountered at the agency (for example, in Piedra and Engstrom’s article, it was immigrant families), respond to the following:

  • Identify and describe the diverse population and the unique characteristics and/or the distinctive needs of the population in 3 to 4 brief sentences.
  • Explain how the life model can be applied for the population.
  • Explain where the gaps are in applying the life model for this population.
  • When looking at the gaps, explain which theory might be helpful in filling the gaps of the life model when working with this population.

 

Required Readings

Turner, F. J. (Ed.). (2017). Social work treatment: Interlocking theoretical approaches (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.
Chapter 18: Life Model and Social Work Practice (pp. 287–301)
Chapter 24: Problem-Solving and Social Work (pp. 387–397)

Piedra, L. M., & Engstrom, D. W. (2009). Segmented assimilation theory and the life model: An integrated approach to understanding immigrants and their children. Social Work, 54(3), 270–277. http://dx.doi.org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/sw/54.3.270

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Westefeld, J. S., & Heckman-Stone, C. (2003). The integrated problem-solving model of crisis intervention: overview and application. The Counseling Psychologist, 31(2), 221–239. https://doi-org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.1177/0011000002250638

Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.

Optional Resources

D’Zurilla, T. J., & Goldfried, M. R. (1971). Problem solving and behavior modification. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 78(1), 107–126. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/h0031360

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Ginny has been assigned a major project at work. She breaks the project into parts and establishes goals and a…

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Ginny has been assigned a major project at work. She breaks the project into parts and establishes goals and a time line for completing each part of the project. As she works on this project, she monitors her progress and makes corrections when necessary. Ginny is demonstrating good

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Psychosocial Development Case Study Assessment Overview

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The purpose of this assignment is to use what you have learned about lifespan theories, models of resilience, and psychosocial development to assess how well individuals and families are functioning in relation to all three of these areas. To address realistic situations without violating personal rights to privacy, you will view the movie The Butler, or one of the other approved films for this assignment, in order to provide a case scenario.

If you have not yet viewed the movie, you need to do so to complete this assignment. Each movie represents characters in multiple life stages. Identify three characters moving through a different life stage and focus on details that will make your analysis applicable to your specialization.

Directions

For this assignment, imagine you are a counselor working with each of these three characters. Now, conduct the following analysis for each character:

  • Identify the life stage he or she is in, along with the psychological crisis each is experiencing.
  • Identify social or environmental factors that may have influenced the character’s behavior. Examine the connection between these factors and theories of learning.
  • Apply psychosocial developmental theory to the situation presented, from the perspective of a counselor:
    • Conceptualize your ideas for the developmental tasks of each character selected, grounding your conceptualization in your own area of specialization.
    • Include a discussion of the character’s life and factors that might affect behaviors, including cultural and other influences related to the stage of development assessed. To the extent that it is relevant for each character, include an analysis of interrelationships among work, family, and other life roles. Include an analysis of the impact of cultural influences, as well. Refer to specific actions and words of the characters in the movie as evidence for your analysis.
    • Support your ideas with specific lifespan theories discussed in this course, citing and referencing your sources.

From a clinical perspective, assess how these three characters function as a family unit:

  • Examine their functioning in relation to a model of resilience appropriate to your specialization, and evaluate their challenges and strengths related to wellness and resilience. As each character transitions to his or her next developmental stage, how will the transition impact the functioning of the family unit?
  • Support your ideas with appropriate sources on the model of resilience you chose.

Use the document Unit 8 Assignment Template (given in the resources) to prepare and submit your report. Do not include a synopsis of the movie in your paper. Instead, follow the template. Focus on the three selected characters, and the realities of their functioning as a family unit and transitioning within the family unit, as described in the template. Then, provide your assessment of how well they are functioning in relation to your choice of a model of wellness and resilience, as described in the template. Your summary, at the end of the template, should provide a brief, focused review of the key insights in your assessment.

Review the scoring guide given in the resources to make sure you understand how this assignment will be graded.

Other Requirements

Your paper must meet the following requirements:

  • Resources: Cite and reference at least three resources from the professional literature that you use as the basis of your ideas related to life span theory and resilience models.
  • APA formatting: Resources and citations must be formatted according to current APA style.
  • Font and Font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
  • Length of Paper: Doing a thorough job on this assignment is likely to require approximately 7–10 typed, double-spaced pages.
  • Turnitin: You are required to submit your final version of this paper to Turnitin to generate a final report prior to submitting the assignment for grading. From the Turnitin tool, first submit to the draft link to check your work for any necessary edits. Once the paper is finalized and all edits have been made, submit your final paper to the Final report option for the assignment. Please be advised it can take up to a day to obtain the percentage from Turnitin. When your paper is downloaded and viewable in Turnitin, save the originality report. Refer to the Turnitin Tutorial: Viewing an Originality Report (linked in the Resources) for guidance.
    1. Submit your assignment using the following file naming format: Your Name_AssignmentNumber_Assignment Title (example: Ima_Learner_u08a1_CaseStudyAssessment).
    2. In the comment section, provide the percentage from the final Turnitin report (example: Final Turnitin percentage = 4%). Please be prepared to provide your faculty member with a copy of the Turnitin report should this be requested of you.

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Problem Statement, Purpose Statement, Research Questions, and Hypotheses (Maslow Hierarchy of Needs Theory)

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In Week 4, you analyzed a topic related to work motivation and developed an “Introduction” and “Background” for your Final Project (Attached). This week, you continue to analyze your work motivation topic by developing a problem statement, purpose statement, research questions, and hypotheses.

A problem statement defines, drives, and guides your research. In a problem statement, you clearly identify the problem you propose to solve or the gap in the current literature your research addresses. A problem statement convinces others that the problem you propose to solve is relevant, significant, and important.

In a purpose statement, you answer the question: What is the purpose of your research? To craft a clear and concise purpose statement, it is often recommended you start with the following unfinished sentence: The purpose of this study is to. . . .

In addition to preparing a problem statement and purpose statement, you must formulate a set of research questions, generate hypotheses, and identify independent and dependent variables. Please refer to the Final Project Template for additional information.

The assignment (2–3 pages):

Develop a “Problem Statement” (1–2 paragraphs) for your Final Project that includes:

  • The research problem
  • Evidence of consensus that the problem is current, relevant, and significant to the discipline
  • An explanation of how the problem statement addresses a meaningful gap in the current research literature

Develop a “Purpose Statement” (1–2 sentences) for your Final Project that includes:

  • The research paradigm (quantitative/qualitative/mixed) and specific design/tradition within paradigm
  • The study intent (such as describe, compare, correlate, explore, develop, etc)
  • The independent, dependent, and covariate variables (quantitative studies) or concept/phenomenon (qualitative studies)

Develop research questions (1 page) and hypotheses (1 page):

  • State the research questions.
  • Describe what constructs you might measure and explain how you might measure them.
  • State the hypotheses by using appropriate population parameters and statistical notation. (Use of an equation editor makes typing hypotheses easy.)
  • For quantitative studies, state the null and alternative hypotheses that identify the independent and dependent variables being studied and the association being tested

Support your assignment with specific references to all resources used in its preparation. You are to provide a reference list for all resources, including those in the Learning Resources for this course.

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Discussion Post Help

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Discussion: Interviewing Techniques

One of the best ways to learn how to do an interview is to watch someone else conduct one. This week, you will view a media clip of someone conducting an interview that is part of an addictions assessment. The interview uses a biopsychosocial approach, in that it collects information about medical aspects (prior illnesses, current medications), social history (childhood, school, employment) and psychological functioning (anxiety, depression). The goal of the interview is to start developing an overall picture of the client.

In this Discussion, you will evaluate which interview strategies would be more effective than others in an addictions assessment.

To prepare:

Review the Learning Resources, including the following:

  • Chapter 5, “Assessment of the Patient,” in The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide
    • Chapter 4, “The Biopsychosocial Interview”
    • Appendix 6, “Sample Biopsychosocial Interview”
  • The media titled Interviewing Techniques
By Day 4

Post a response to the following:

Based on your observation of the addictions professional in the scenario, describe one interview strategy you believe was effectively modeled. Explain why it was effective.

Which interviewing strategies used by the interviewer in the media would you avoid, and why?

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SO1050 Sociology

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Health, Healthcare, and Disability
Answer the questions below. For multiple choice questions, select one answer.

1. Sociologists use the term __________ for socially defined and culturally variable states of interference with health.

Select only one.

☐ disease

☐ disorder

☐ illness

☐ addiction

2. Briefly explain how healthcare activities are intended to improve one’s health.

Type answer here

3. Social epidemiologists investigate_______________.

Select only one.

☐ the human host

☐ the social atmosphere

☐ health coefficients

☐ microscopic carriers

4. Explain the perspective of holistic medicine and the importance of preventative medicine. Write at least two sentences.

Type answer here

5. Prior to passage of the Affordable Care Act, approximately how many people in the United States lacked health insurance?

Select only one.

☐ 4 million

☐ 23 million

☐ 43 million

☐ 100 million

 

Collective Behavior, Social Movements, and Social Change
Answer the questions below. For multiple choice questions, select one answer.

6. Sociologists define __________ as the alteration, modification, or transformation of public policy, culture, or social institutions over time.

Select only one.

☐ social divergence

☐ social change

☐ social innovation

☐ culture wars

7. Collective behavior tends to be __________.

Select only one.

☐ institutionalized

☐ structured hierarchically

☐ enacted within a division of labor

☐ unstructured and even spontaneous

8. Mobs, riots, and panics are all examples of __________ crowds.

Select only one.

☐ acting

☐ casual

☐ expressive

☐ conventional

9. A __________ is a temporary but widely copied activity enthusiastically followed by large numbers of people.

Select only one.

☐ style

☐ fad

☐ craze

☐ fashion

10. By definition, fads last longer than fashions.

Select only one.

☐ True

☐ False

 

Tying together Culture, Religion, and Healthcare
Read the article below to help you answer the questions.

Why Cultural Respect is Important for Patient Engagement and Healthcare Delivery

11. Cite the article above using APA format. For citation help, use the following link: Citefast.com
Type answer here

12. Explain what you have learned about the importance of culture and religion in the healthcare setting. Write at least two complete sentences.

Type answer here

 

13. Explain how you can apply this information in your daily life (with your family, friends, and in your community). Write at least two sentences.

Type answer here

 

14. Think about your future career in healthcare. Explain how you can apply this knowledge on the job. Write at least two complete sentences.
Type answer here

 

Reflection 
Reflect on what you have learned this week to help you respond to the question below. You may choose to respond in writing or by recording a video!

15. Provide a real-world example or scenario in which a patient may base their medical decisions upon their religious beliefs. Next, explain how you (as a healthcare worker) would respect their religious rights while performing your job responsibilities accurately and ethically.”

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tour

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Part 1.

Take a virtual “tour” Career and Talent Development Center (Links to an external site.).  Click on links. You’ll find links to paid internships, professional development resources, handouts, and hiring opportunities.

After your tour, share any thoughts you have. In organizing your thoughts, it may help to consider these questions —

  • What areas of the Career and Talent Development Center did you explore and of the areas explored, which find most interesting?
  • Did you look at examples of cover letters or resumes? If so, did you save any examples to return to later to study and use?
  • Did you search for jobs or internships?

You can use these questions to get your thinking and writing started or ignore the questions and just share whatever thoughts you have.

Part 2.

Imagine that a good friend at FIU who is not in this class, is thinking about her future employment. She’s already changed majors once and complains to you that she has no idea what to do or how to go about making career decisions. She’s heard about the Career and Talent Development Center. Write her an email to share your opinion about the resource. Is it useful, repetitive, full of surprising information or just stuff you can find anywhere?

Your combined submission — Parts 1 and 2 —  must be at least 250 words long .

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