Record and analyze your food intake for three 24 hour periods Free food Intake analysis programs are available on the internet http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ is one that you can use if you like, also www.FitDay.com, www.foodcount.com . Analyze the cumulative print-out for three days. Compare your results with the DRI?s. Write yourself a diet prescription explaining how you could improve your dietary intakes of nutrients by eating different foods, different eating patterns, etc. 3-5 pages You don?t need to turn in your food list unless you want to make a point about something.

Divide your paper into Description of Methods, Presentation of Information and Analysis sections. The Description of Methods section should include a detailed description of the field site. Where was it? What did it look like? Who was there? Were field conditions conducive to the study, etc.? What were your field methods (participant observation, survey, interview)? Say exactly what you did and how you did it. What field problems did you encounter? The Presentation of Information section presents your findings. The Analysis section attempts to explain your findings. What can you generalize about your data? What did you discover about your topic as a cultural phenomenon in American culture or among a sub-group? Were there constraints to the quality of your information? In retrospect, how would you have structured your research project differently? What advice might you give to others pursuing the topic?

If you have questions or problems with your field projects, discuss them with your instructor well in advance of project due date.

Select from one of the options below:

Option 1. Social values
Collect graffiti from a number of areas, i.e., restrooms, desktops, sidewalks, etc. It is best to have several areas to compare. Take photos or sketch examples of the different kind of graffiti you find. Divide the statements into categories, including insults, boasts, politics, etc. Can you assume the authors represent the general population? What types of subcultures are represented? How does graffiti from different areas compare? What does it tell you about your own culture?


just use 3-4 pictures of grafetti that you can find on web and include the pictures of it. try to cover differnt types from gang to political

I will be sending a rubric and directions. WI will be sending information from myplate for the analysis.
I will also be sending some information about my own analysis but needs to be written better and my opinoins. I you have any questions please email me at [email protected] or my number is 2176521019. Kris
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Critical Analysis Paper Requirements - ASHFORD UNIVERSITY PSY 331 WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT

Select at least one article below regarding the functionalistic theory:
Fallace, T.. (2010). THE MIND AT EVERY STAGE HAS ITS OWN LOGIC: JOHN DEWEY AS GENETIC PSYCHOLOGIST. Educational Theory, 60(2), 129-146. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from ProQuest Education Journals. (Document ID: 2054701921).
Ivie, S.. (2006). The Legacy of William James. Journal of Thought, 41(4), 117-136,167. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from ProQuest Education Journals. (Document ID: 1415996381).
Phye, G.. (1999). Putting the "Is for" Back into the Study of Cognition and Behavior: Commentary on "Unifying Themes for Educational Psychology". Educational Psychology Review, 11(2), 117-127. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from ProQuest Psychology Journals. (Document ID: 2164099811).
Stephen Tomlinson. (1997). Edward Lee Thorndike and John Dewey on the science of education. Oxford Review of Education, 23(3), 365-383. Retrieved May 27, 2011, from Research Library. (Document ID: 16373288).
Write a two-to-three page, (excluding title and reference page) including the following components:
Describe the principles of the functionalist theory.
Compare and contrast the work of three theorists in the functionalist category.
Analyze at least one contribution or strength of a learning theory from each of the theorists' findings.
Refer to chapter three in the text for additional information on the functionalist theory. The articles are available in the Ashford Online Library. You can include information from the article, the text, and from this website http://www.learning-theories.com/.
Your paper must be in APA format and include at least three references, including the text.

1. INTRODUCTION
describe the policy problem in 1-3 paragraphs for ex. shortage in nursing, domestic violence etc
end with a purpose statement( theme sentence) write from general to specific.
2. BACKGROUND OF THE PROBLEM
critically analyze the background based on literature sources, include legal and ethical issues; appropriately site literature sources
3. ISSUE STATEMENT AND RATIONALE
summarize findings from the literature to describe the issue provide adequate but brief rationale
4. POLICY ALTERNATIVES AND RATIONALE
propose alternatives to the existing policy, evaluation, and rationale of each alternative
5. CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST ROLE/NURSE PRACTITIONER/ CLINICAL NURSE LEADER
describe the role of the CNS/NP/CNL in both policy analysis and policy making for this scenario . document with appropriate literature sources.
6. CONCLUSION



( This paper should be 7-10 pages long excluding tables, charting, figures etc. Select a case scenario in health care. identify the problem , explore the background of the problem ( social , economic, ethical, and political and legal factors. propose an issue statement , propose policy alternatives and discuss the potential role of a CNS/NP/CNL in policy analysis and policy making for this case scenario. should use appropriate references from the literature to substantiate the analysis and proposed alternatives, including relation to CNS/NP/CNL roles and competencies. )

Art Analysis of Sacrifice of Isaac by Lorenzo Ghiberti.

This report needs to focus on one piece of art should include the following:
1. The style the piece was done in, what art movement was going on at the time the piece was created. (5 points)
2. Identify the content and any underlying concepts (message) the artist was trying to portray. (5 points)
3. The materials and techniques used by the artist to create the work of art. (5 points)
4. Historical information of the artist and the piece of artwork. (10 points)
5. Identify and write (IN DEPTH) on all of the Element of Art and Principles of Composition in the piece(refer to Chapter 2 in Exploring Art and the Chapter 2 Handout)(40 points)
6. Your personal view of the piece (no more than 1/2 page in length) you selected. (5 points)
7. Paper format - introduction paragraph, conclusion paragraph, organization, grammar and sentence structure. (15 points)
8. Cited references throughout the paper, bibliography included. (15 points)

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Using the concept of "genre" to frame your analysis to compare "The Dark Knight" (2008) and "Iron Man 2" (2010) in relation to popular film culture.

The number of required source for this paper is 6 to 9.

You must refer to at least 3 readings from below,

1. Todd McGowan, "The Exceptional Darkness of The Dark Knight," Jump Cut: A Review of Contemporary Media, No. 51, spring 2009, http://www.ejumpcut.org/archive/jc51.2009/darkKnightKant/text.html

2. Eileen R. Meehan, "Holy Commodity Fetish, Batman!": The Political Economy of a Commercial Intertext," in The FIlm Studies Reader, pp.23-33

3. Thomas Elsaesser, "The Blockbuster: Everything Connects, but Not Everything Goes," The End of Cinema as We Know It, pp.11-22

4. Thomas Schatz, "New Hollywood, New Millennium," in Film Theory and Contemporary Hollywood Movies, pp. 19-46

5. Wyatt, High Concept, pp. 1-64

6. Aruel Dorfman, The Empire's Old Clothes, pp.67-131


and 3 outside sources.

You will be evaluated on the quality of your research, your ability to analyze texts, and your skill in crafting a coherent and compelling argument. Outstanding papers demonstrate depth of understanding, original thought, and a fresh perspective on the topic.

Please write a film analysis on Chinese film (Farewell, my concubine).
Do the close reading of the film so you can bring up concrete examples of the plots.

Casual Dining Concept Analysis Assignment (Hospitality industry management)
- What am I looking for?
- Reportive and Interpretative
- Gut level Readings (in the pdf electronic files resources)
- Sequence of the Customer Experience
A. Background Information
B. Phone call
C. Location
D. outside of restaurant
E. Lobby/ Foyer
1. Lobby 2. Greeting 3. Waiting Area
F. Dining Room
G. Tabletop Appointment
1. silverware 2. Dishware 3. Glassware
H. Food and Beverage
I. Quanlity of Service

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This is a eight page paper on Forensic Fabric Analysis,within this paper it must have the following abstract, discussion, conclusion, and references. Please Be sure this paper demonstrates complex thinking and not just a summary of the topic area.

Add two page entry to existing journal on the following:
Write a Journal entry on the coding and data analysis process

Five Approaches and Theory
This week you will continue working with the five main qualitative approaches with respect to theory. After you have considered the role of theory for the five main qualitative approaches, you will be asked about how you plan to incorporate theory into your qualitative research plan.

To prepare for this Application:
? Review the media segment for this week.
? Consider the role of theory for each of the five main qualitative approaches. How is the role similar and different among the five approaches?

? What, specifically, do you need to consider in terms of theory while you are planning your qualitative research plan? To assist you with this, consider working on the literature review for your qualitative research plan. As you read articles, examine the theory used and how it relates to your selected topic and approach.

The assignment:
? Craft a 4- to 6-page paper in which you do the following:

?
o Compare and contrast the role of theory in the five main qualitative approaches.

o State what you believe, at this time, will be the role of theory in your qualitative research plan and explain any considerations that you must keep in mind regarding theory.

Applying Qualitative designs and analysis to academic and Professional Situations
Resource: Lodico, Spaulding, & Voegtle (2010) Chapters 6 & 7
Synthesize and critically analyze
After acknowledging the benefits of the DEVEREUX EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSESSMENT (DECA) program, I learned that this can be a unique study to target specific areas that young children struggle with. From this perspective, ?resilience was operationalized as strengths in emotion and regulation and prosocial skills? (Howell, 2011). However, this is a strong foundation for the confidence needed to build a strong academic foundation.
Research Problem Statement:
Psychological stress in early childhood carries the potential for negative impact that is evidenced in throughout the lifespan of the individual. Rosa, et al. (2012) argue that the income eligibility requirements of state and federally of state and federally-funded early childhood education programs results in high enrollment of children from families at or below the poverty level. A primary consideration is that ?Children and families living in poverty face several risk factors that are associated with children?s behavior problems such as harsh discipline, maternal stress, and depression? (Rosas, et al., 2012).
Questions:
Can I propose a Qualitative design and analysis research study on the above assessment, ?DEVEREUX EARLY CHILDHOOD ASSESSMENT (DECA) program? If so, will it be possible to use historical research as a Qualitative method?
There are similarities between historical research and qualitative research such as; social sciences which have begun to weave in elements of historical inquiry.
In terms of, Qualitative design and analysis; what additional instruments can be used towards (DECA) to strive for depth? In addition, is it possible to use validity throughout a study?
The above questions are noted to find the best possible researchable elements to apply.
In a discussion, the following elements should be included in a two page paper:
? The specific problem being researched or evaluated
? The design label and overview of what the design might look like (do not create a measurement instrument)
? Rationale for the design (based on the problem statement)
? Identification of the type of data I need to collect and how to analyze it
? Participants and description of the setting
? Overview of the various advantages and disadvantages of the chosen design (what issues may be related to reliability and validity or other)
? Approaches to validity, corroboration/ triangulation

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Overview
The Breadth section will show the similarities and the differences of the Phenomenology Method, the Survey Method, the Ethnography Method, and the Case Study Method. The Breadth section will be the catalyst for the Depth section, which will concentrate on the Case Study Method that will help to highlight the attributes for a good research study. The Application section will make suggestions on a company success.

Research Method

Breadth

Breadth Objectives

1. Compare and contrast the Phenomenology Method, the Survey Method, the Ethnography Method, and the Case Study Method.

Breadth References

Babbie, E. (1990). Survey research methods (second ed.) Belmont, CA: Wadsworth
Publishing Company.

Babbie, E (2001). The practice of social research (9th ed.) Belmont, CA: Wadsworth/ Thomson Learning.

Creswell, J.W. (1998). Qualitative inquiry and research design: Choosing among Five
Traditions. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

Creswell, J.W. (2003). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods
Approaches (second ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

Maxwell, J.A. (1996). Qualitative research design: An iterative approach. Thousand
Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

Tashakkori, A., & Teddlie. C.(1998). Mixed methodology: Combining qualitative and
Quantitative approaches. Thousand Oak: Sage Publications.

Yin, R.K. (2003). Case study research: Design and methods (third ed.). Thousand Oaks,
CA: Sage Publications.


Breadth Demonstration

The Breadth Demonstration will be comprised of an essay of approximately 30 pages that will show the similarities and differences between, the Phenomenology Method, the Survey Method, the Ethnography Method, and the Case Study Method.

Depth

Selected Research Method

Depth Objectives

In the Depth component, I will:

1. Describe in detail the Case Study Method.
2. Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the Case Study Method

Depth References:

Creswell, J.W. (1998). Qualitative inquiry and research design: Choosing among Five
Traditions. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

Singleton, J., Royce A., & Straits, B.C. (1999). Approaches to social research (third ed.). New York: Oxford University Press.

Yin, R.K. (2003). Case study research: Design and methods (third ed.). Thousand Oaks,
CA: Sage Publications.


Depth Demonstration

The current research will result in a paper between 25 and 30 pages concentrating on an in depth analysis of the Case Study Research Method which will also identify the strengths and weaknesses. An Annotated Bibliography will not be used because of the chosen research methods.


Application

Research Design
Application Objectives

1. Create a research design to investigate a problem presented by One-in-One Consolidated, INC.
Application Demonstration
The Application component will consist of a ten-page paper design to analyze a problem posed by Leadership role of One-in-One Consolidated, INC.

Develop a program evaluation proposal based upon the effectiveness and efficiency of Home And Community Based Waiver Services Program in Alaska. The ability of this program to increase the number of elderly and disabled individuals who use this program instead of being institutionalized in nursing homes or hospitals. This evaluation proposal must utilize quantitative and qualitative research methodologies ( use mixed methods ) and include a measure of consumer satisfaction. This should be no longer than 25 pages (double-spaced), excluding the cover sheet and references.

Please use the following format for this proposal:
A- Title Page
B- Problem and Objectives (an overview of the evaluation's goal)
a. Background and need for the evalution
i. Anticipated use of the results of the evaluation
b.Stakeholder involvement.
c. Dissemination plans and anticipated evaluation products.

C. Evaluation question(s) and aims. Identify at least two evaluation questions that could guide program improvement.
a. Operational definations.

D. Literature Review

E. Provisions for human subjects protection and informed consent.

F. Provisions for addressing cultural issues.

G. Design and data collection methods.
a. A description proposed evaluation methodologies
i. Specific qualitative methodology and approach (grounded theory, case study, etc.)
ii . Quantitative methodology (survey, quasi-experimental design, etc.)

b. Sampling(maybe more than one method relating to particular methodologies)
i. Description of setting and proposed participants.

c. Measurement and data collection procedures
i. Data sources (identify at least 2 possible data sources for each evaluation question and provide a rationale for their selection).

ii. Identify both process and outcome measures. (remember one measure must be focused and consumer satisfaction.)

H. Data management and analysis
a. Strategies to maximize reliability and rigor

I. Strengths and limitations of the evaluation plan

J. Schedule
a. Timetable for the evaluation
b. Staffing
c. Description of services to be provided

K. Budget (including personel, equipment, software, supplies, transportation costs, etc.)

a. Spreadsheet with anticipated costs.
b. Budget justification
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Based on Activities 4, 5 and 6, draft 4 to 6 Research Questions for your study. Use the NCU Topic Paper Template and NCU Concept Paper Template found in the Dissertation Center as the model for your Research Questions.
In this group of questions, you must have at least 2 that are qualitative in nature and at least 2 that are qualitative in nature. For each question, briefly discuss the appropriate approach (qualitative or quantitative) and speculate on the specific approaches that may be used.

Length: 4 pages (app. 350 words per page). Include 4 references.

Your essay should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.


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#4
roblem Statement: Social media and law enforcement
Overview
Social media is a fact of everyday modern life. For law enforcement personnel, it has created new opportunities to share resources with the public, including as ?tweeting? information about a possible suspect or releasing safety information to the public about terrorist incidents or natural disasters. At first, in the Internet age, police departments were reluctant to change. ?Especially when it comes to computers and technology, because most officers want to be out chasing the bad guys and don't want to be behind the computer looking at things,? but now most law enforcement agencies have come to embrace the new technology and learned to use it to their advantage (Conan 2013). On the other hand, the explosion of unregulated social media has also created the opportunity for new crimes, including bullying and identity theft. This research proposal will compare and assess the different ways that online ?sharing? has both made law enforcement agencies more engaged and responsive but also complicated their mission.
Social media as a law enforcement tool: The Boston bombings and other recent events
One of the most frightening incidents of mass violence to have gripped the nation in recent months was that of the Boston Marathon bombings. When law enforcement agencies were attempting to locate and apprehend suspects, ?police and other law enforcement agencies also used tweets to correct misinformation that spread on Twitter and other media. Once suspects had been identified, their Twitter and Facebook accounts became part of the investigation, even an Amazon wish list? (Conan 2013). The existence of social media like Twitter and Facebook have made people more proactive about taking photographs, which adds to the availability of evidence even in the hectic aftermath of an event. Law enforcement can ?tweet? or ?share? photographs submitted by bystanders or taken by surveillance cameras nearly instantly, versus using television or print sources. The image of a dangerous suspect, a missing person, or any other individual who is being sought after by law enforcement can be immediately disseminated and thus recruit the public as part of its search efforts.
On a very practical level, this enables agencies to gain valuable information for its search efforts and makes it more difficult for individuals to hide; on another level it creates a positive connection between law enforcement and the public. Rather than ?the enemy? or an entity wielding power, the agency is shown as responsive and appreciative to the public?s concerns. When the public is regularly informed of law enforcement agencies? efforts, it is less likely to be angry at delays in apprehending suspects. Also, with legitimate channels of information disseminating coverage on a moment-by-moment basis, there is less of a chance that rumor, innuendo, and non-legitimate channels will put forth inaccurate ideas. In Boston, ?the department?s tweet clarifying that there was no arrest shortly after the bombings saw more than 11,000 retweets. A polite scolding to those tweeting information from police scanners was retweeted more than 20,000 times, higher than any other tweet at that time and indication that the public accepts the fact that they too need to show some restraint? (Bar-Tur 2013). The ?retweeting? of this request shows a level of respect and confidence of the public in the Boston police department, versus previous public-police relationships.
In terms of researching crime, social media also leaves a valuable ?paper trail? with evidence for law enforcement agencies. Most rapists know their victims, for example, but in the pre-online era, it was often very difficult to draw a connection between perpetrator and victim. According to the Cincinnati Police Department: ?One big thing is we've had rape cases and burglaries where people were meeting each other via Facebook and became familiar with each other just through chats on the Internet. And when they would meet up with these individuals, the victim would then be either unfortunately a victim of a rape or robbery, and we were able to backtrack it through that? (Conan 2013). Because the social media coverage is in ?real time,? the exact nature of the relationship can be more objectively determined, without the potentially clouding effects of hindsight or memory lapses.
Social media can be helpful for law enforcement for less dramatic scenarios as well. For example, even a local agency can use the Internet to communicate up-to-date information about ?blizzard, floods, hurricanes, et cetera?what roads are closed, if there's accidents, what areas of town are out of power, et cetera? (Conan 2013). In the case of an ever-changing natural event such as a forest fire, social media updates can help the community determine where a high risk area is; what precautions to take, and where to relocate in the event of an emergency. This has the valuable effect of reducing panic and also reducing the chances of an unfortunate incident occurring?members of the public are less likely to get stuck in a snowstorm if the police are tweeting to stay inside and that conditions are impassable, or to put themselves at risk if someone dangerous is at large, as was the case in Boston. This is another instance of how friendly and pertinent updates about natural disasters and community events forge a positive relationship between the law enforcement agency and the public. Instead of viewing the police as punitive or punishing figures with whom they have contact only when committing a minor traffic violation, the police are more apt to be seen as ?friends? in the literal as well as the Facebook sense.
However, social media, for all of the potential positives it offers law enforcement, has also created opportunities for new crimes and made existing crimes easier to commit. Although Facebook and Twitter may make it easier to track and trace a relationship on one hand, it can also facilitate the ability of strangers to connect with one another under misleading premises, or predators to lure underage teens with whom they might not otherwise have contact. Identity theft is also much easier. ?Information obtained from public records (e.g., birth, death, and real estate) has been available online for years. By increasing exposure of personal information, social media has raised the threat level. This new entity has a unique nature that makes it powerful and unpredictable. Several characteristics combine to make it especially threatening to law enforcement? (Waters 2012). The nature of social media encourages ?sharing? and interactions depend upon displaying personal information. Seemingly innocent data such as ?checking in? a particular location can be a tipoff for a criminal contemplating a burglary of an unattended house or a stalker seeking to find a victim. Mobile phone numbers can be available through Facebook and can be used to elicit data. It is very easy to conceal information about one?s true identity and create a false public profile to obtain data. The instantaneous nature of social media also makes it very easy to put forth information and very difficult to delete it, even more so than email. Information that is unthinkingly ?shared? can come back to haunt the poster very easily. The police have a role in educating the public about protecting itself against identity theft and other new and old crimes made easier by the Internet.
The online environment also facilitates bullying, both amongst teens and even adults in collective environments such as offices. ?Pooling of like minds often occurs online. This bolsters confidence and gives the impression of support for socially unacceptable conduct. Copycat behavior can make the first well-publicized transgression the impetus for many more. Social media can engender a mob mentality wherein one small stimulus spurs a wide-scale reaction that feeds on itself and grows out of control. Incidents develop faster, reach farther, and spread more rapidly than anything society has dealt with before? (Waters 2012). Because of the distance and screen of anonymity offered by the online environment, rumors and harassment can ?feel? less negative to the perpetrator, even if they have severe emotional consequences for the victim. When the harassment begins to affect the individual?s ability to obtain an education or to do his or her work effectively, it becomes a legal matter.
Finally, for better or for worse, social media has also placed law enforcement personnel under greater scrutiny in terms of their actions. ?This public profession, officers? duties occur in a societal arena allotting them no privacy. Social media significantly has increased officers? community exposure. The problem that prompted this study is multifaceted. Police often are surrounded by cameras and amateur reporters who broadcast every action and their opinion of it to a worldwide audience. Law enforcement officer?s reputation and well-being can be affected by the comments, videos, and pictures that individuals post in social media sites about them. The officers are being affected by individuals who chose to use social media to damage the officer?s reputation and share their personal information with others. Secondly often officer?s personal lives and personal opinions become publicly scrutinized when the officers or members of his/her family post things on social media sites. Many times the nature of the problem comes from law enforcement officers who make mistakes when on duty or simply reveal to much about their own personal lives while on social media. Due to its public nature, policing is an easy topic for network discussion? (Waters 2012). There is far greater officer accountability to the public than ever before, given that officers must be mindful of the fact that they can always be ?watched? via social media and photographs, audio, and bystander data can be quickly and easily disseminated.
It is essential that law enforcement personnel remain savvy about the potential ways in which they can use social media for their benefit as well as the risks it poses. ?Ongoing training on current issues, the hazards of social media, and self-protection is essential. Due to the web?s rapidly changing environment, one-time training is not sufficient. Individuals alone cannot keep up with social networking?s constant evolution. A dedicated manager must ensure personnel are updated through e-mails, memorandum, briefings, and trainings? (Waters 2012). Just like the law itself, the relationship of law enforcement agencies to social media remains a work in progress, one which will continue to be negotiated in the future.

#5
Purpose Statement
This study will examine how the social media is affecting the lives of those who are currently in law enforcement in the U.S. The focus of this study is on how the use of social media can be both a useful tool and/or a negative impact on officers and their respective organizations. Socially, civilly and even criminally the social media can be used for or against law enforcement organizations and their employees. More importantly the study will focus on effective policies and controls that must be implemented by law enforcement organizations to secure both themselves and their employees from criminal and civil liabilities. It is expedient in today's society for law enforcement organizations to address this 21st century development that has become a reality.

#6
Quantitative, Qualitative, and Advocacy Research Approach
The effects that social media has on law enforcement can be both negative and positive. In this research I have indicated how social media is affecting law enforcement negatively. The following is three hypothetical research approaches for the statement and purpose of the statement. The hypothetical approaches are quantitative research, qualitative research, and pragmatic approach. A significant part of analyzing a project is research. To define a particular project?s outcome, researchers use several research methods. This paper will discuss the characteristics and differences of the action, mixed, qualitative and quantitative research. Also the paper will discuss how to select the best method of research for a project.
Quantitative Research Approach
Quantitative research focuses on data?s quantitative characteristics. Data is explored by using statistical tools. Moreover, to resolve the research issues, this method is associated with the statistic format usage like, statistical models, figures and numeric data. This method is significant to target the enormous sized individuals? group. Researchers use interview, questionnaire or survey in this type method (Amaratunga, Sarshar, Baldry & Newton, 2002).Quantitative research involves collecting numerical data to calculate and come to a conclusion. The process helps with more than one hypotheses. It also helps answer questions that will address predictions of possible relationships among variables. Aiding the search for answers one would use various papers or computers to search for a plan to be executed. This analysis allows researchers to decide the relationship among the variables. Relationship in variables can be association or just casual relationships. Statistical analysis will allow the researcher to determine the extent of how a variable influences other variables. The results of statistical analysis are presented in P value (Sage Research Method, 2013).
This approach will be used to determine how social media is affecting law enforcement officers. Taking data of how many individuals use social media websites to make comments, post videos, or post pictures that have a negative effect on law enforcement officers. Also data will be taken of individuals who post comments, post videos, or post pictures that produce positive effects on law enforcement officers. Once the data has been collected, it will be compared against each other to determine the statistical analysis and find the P value (Sage Research Method, 2013).
Qualitative Research
Qualitative research methods focuses on the meaning of realities and interpretations. Qualitative research is an approach usually associated with a paradigm that emphasizes the social constructed nature of reality. It involves recording, analyzing, and attempting to find the true meaning of the behavior of humans and experience. This includes contradictions in beliefs, behavior, and emotions. This research process is intended to give a better understanding of a person?s experience and not gathering information that is general and in large groups (QSR International, 2013).
In the qualitative method of research presentation, words, or pictures etc. are used to disclose the issue. In this method, researchers target small number of respondents to achieve the research?s objectives. To reach at a conclusion, researchers use several methods, for example: review, in-depth interview, focused group interview, etc. (Ponterotto, 2005).Qualitative researchers when using this type of research process look for a pattern for a meaning. It goes from specific to general and it is referred as the bottom-up approach. This research is not based on a pre-determined hypotheses. However, researchers specifically identify a problem or topic that he or she wants to study. The researcher maybe guided by a theoretical lens. This provides a framework for the research. This research approach is methodical which allows broad flexibility. The data collected is in textual form of observations and interactions with participants by participant observation, interviews, and focus groups. The data collected is carried in various ways instead of only one. Researchers using this research process may want to adopt the mid-way process to address other issues and eliminate questions that do not apply. In some cases, the researchers will interview or observe a set number of people. In other cases, the process of data collection and analysis may continue until the researchers find that no new issues that are emerging (QSR International, 2013).
This research process will be used to find out the reason why individuals are using social media outlets to harm law enforcement officers. This method will require interviewing, observing, and using focus groups to gather information of the true reasons why individuals want to negatively affect law enforcement officers This involves asking questions that will determine if the reasons are fueled by bad experiences with law enforcement officers or that they just have issues with authority figures (QSR International, 2013).
Advocacy or Participatory Approach
This research approach is used when the researcher feels the previous approaches did not respond to the needs or to the situation of individuals in a marginalized or vulnerable group. Because this research approach aims to bring positive changes in the lives of the individuals being researched, their approach is described as emancipatory. It is not a neutral stance. The researchers have a private agenda of giving the individuals a voice (University of Kansas, 2013).
Researchers might adopt a less neutral position than one in which it is usually required in scientific researches. This can involve informal interactions and even living amongst the participants. The data collected may be reported in personal terms. Often researchers use exactly the same words the research subject used. This type of research is often criticized for not being objective, but it need to be noted that in some research cases it is necessary as this type of research would otherwise not include the feelings and thoughts of participants (University of Kansas, 2013).
This research approach will be utilized to understand the reasons why the individuals are using social media to damage the reputation and harm law enforcement officers. The idea would be to make sure to gather as much information on the feelings and thoughts of the individuals concerning law enforcement officers (University of Kansas, 2013).
Compare and Contrast
While seeking for the best method, it would actually hinge on the researcher that what he or she is seeking for attain from the research outcomes. Quantitative research is gathering data that is converted into numbers to decide the results of the research. Qualitative research collects data in order to gather information and find out the reason for the outcome. Advocacy or participatory research is when the participants are asked about their feelings and thoughts behind the topic and in this case the social media and law enforcement. They are studied and interviewed. In qualitative research the approach to data collection and analysis is methodical but allows for greater flexibility than in quantitative research. Data is collected in textual form on the basis of observation and interaction with the participants through participant observation, in-depth interviews and focus groups. It is not converted into numerical form and is not statistically analyzed. When both quantitative and qualitative measurements are required to be implemented in the research then the mixed method research would be appropriate. Furthermore, when processes in a specific research are required to be improved continually the action research would be appropriate (Rohrer, 2008).
Conclusion
Either using qualitative, quantitative, or advocacy research approach, the researcher needs to understand that in some aspects the individuals using social media to affect law enforcement might be influence by others. Also this might be learned behavior from family members or parents. In the end, the research needs to find the reasons and analyze it to find a solution to prevent individuals from using social media and other outlets to damage the reputation and harm law enforcement officers.

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WEEK 3 ASSIGNMENT


Communicating Qualitative Research Analysis
In Chapter 9 of the text, Creswell (2014) discusses Qualitative Procedures. He suggests ten aspects that distinguish qualitative research writing. Considering the salient aspects of qualitative writing as depicted in Example 9.1 in your text;

Identify three of the most salient aspects of the ten distinguishing characteristics of qualitative writing.
Discuss why these aspects were selected.
Describe how the selected aspects relate to the evaluation and interpretation of criminal justice data and research findings.
Explain why researchers would consider qualitative methods an artistic expression of formalized methodology.
The paper

Must be three to five double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student?s name
Course name and number
Instructor?s name
Date submitted
Must use at least five peer-reviewed sources in addition to the course text.
The Scholarly, Peer Reviewed, and Other Credible Sources table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source for a particular assignment.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Submit Preliminary Plan
Based on the course readings and proposed study topic and qualitative data collection, submit a preliminary qualitative data analysis and reporting plan and describe why it is appropriate to the chosen study design.

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Components of the Critique

The learner may utilize the sub-questions as a guide to what content needs to be addressed within each component.

Research Problems, Research Questions, and Hypotheses

1. What is the research problem? Has the researcher justified the scope of the problem?

2. Does the problem have significance for the field? What contributions will be presented from the data of the research?

3. Is the research question, purpose, or hypothesis communicated clearly and concisely?

4. If there is an absence of a stated hypothesis is it justifiable?

5. Are hypotheses directional or nondirectional? Is there a rationale for the manner in which they were stated?

6. Are hypotheses stated as research hypotheses or null hypotheses?

Strengths and Limitations of the study

1. Give specific examples of the study's strengths and limitations. Avoid vague generalizations of praise and fault finding.

2. Try to justify your criticisms.

3. Offer a rationale for how a different approach would have solved a problem that the researcher failed to address.

4.Suggest realistic alternatives that the researcher (or future researchers) might want to consider.

5. Evaluate aspects of the study its substantive, theoretical, methodologic, ethical, interpretive, and presentational dimensions.

The Interpretative Dimensions of the Research

1.Are the interpretations consistent with the results

2.What types of evidence in support of the interpretation does the researcher offer?

3.Are generalizations made that are not warranted on the basis of the sample used?

4.Does the researcher offer implications of the research for practical purposes?

The Ethical Aspects of a Study

1. Was there deception presented in the study?
2. What safeguard steps were taken for the participants?

3. Was there an approval process by an Institutional Review Board or similar ethics review committee?

4. Was any type of coercion or undue influence used in recruiting participants?

Qualitative and Integrated Designs

1. How well is the research design described?

2. What design elements might have strengthened the study (e.g., would a longitudinal perspective have been preferable, although a cross-sectional design was used)?

3. Is the study exclusively qualitative, or were both qualitative and quantitative data collected?

Qualitative Sampling Designs

1. Is the setting appropriate for the research question?

2. What type of sampling strategy was used?

3. Is the sample size adequate?

Data Collection Procedures

1. What collection biases was presented in the study?

2. Where and under what circumstances were the data gathered? Were other people present during the data collection?

3. Did the collection of data place any undue burdens, if so, how might this have affected data quality?

Data Quality in Qualitative Studies

1. What is the trustworthiness of the data?

2. Which techniques (if any) did the researcher use to enhance and appraise the credibility of the data?

Qualitative Analyses

1. What type of analysis style appears to have been used?

2. What themes and codes emerged from the data?

3. Was the context of the phenomenon adequately described?

2 pg Overview of qualitative research-types, purpose, methods
1 pg Overview specifically on case studies -types, strengths, limitations

2 pg Overview of quantitative research-types, purpose, methods
1 pg Overview specifically on surveys - types, strengths, limitations


Directions:
APA Writing Style
Reference Page
1 inch Margins
12 New Time Font
several quotes per page


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Questions 1-7 which reviews exploratory research must be answered with critical thinking skills. Please answer questions in detail and support your answers with scholarly research citations where appropriate. Each response should be approximately 125 words using critical thinking skills.

1. Define qualitative and quantitative research. Compare and contrast the two approaches.

2. Why do exploratory research designs rely so much on qualitative research techniques?


3. Why do causal designs rely so much on quantitative research techniques?
4. What are the basic orientation of qualitative research?
5. Of the four basic orientations of qualitative research, which do you think is most appropriate for a qualitative approach designed to better define a business situation prior to conducting confirmatory research?

6. What type of exploratory research would you suggest in the following situations?

a. A product manager suggests development of non tobacco cigarette blended form wheat, cocoa, and citrus.
b. A research project has the purpose of evaluating potential names for a corporate spin-off.
c. A human resource manager must determine the most important benefits of an employee health plan.
d. An advertiser wishes to identify the symbolism associated with cigar smoking.

7. What are the key differences between a focus group interview and a depth interview?

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There are both advantages and disadvantages to using computer software in qualitative data analysis (QDA). For this discussion, explain why researchers might use data analysis software, including benefits and limitations. If a researcher chooses not to use software, how might he or she approach data analysis?
In addition, choose any two data analysis software packages you reviewed in Unit 6 (see resource list) and provide an assessment of each package, including cost. After completing your assessment, search the Capella University Library for qualitative research articles that used either of these two data analysis software packages.

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Locate and read two articles from the professional literature??"one that describes a qualitative research study and one that describes a quantitative research study. Record the URLs for the articles

Beginning researchers often assume that qualitative data analyses are very different than quantitative data analyses. However, qualitative data are often coded into themes, which can then be used in a quantitative type of data analysis. For example, the number of women with Attention Deficit Disorder who report anxiety during an interview about their life experiences is a variable (absence or presence of the report of anxiety) that can be used in a statistical analysis. Use this information to complete this discussion.

Using the two articles you found in u10s1, name the statistics used to answer one of the research questions. Are there similarities or differences between the two articles in the qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques? Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each type of data analysis.

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Self-Assessment


As a researcher, you must understand that the body of knowledge the world uses to reason and analyze phenomena is always changing. There are always places to improve upon, refine, and add to the knowledge in your discipline. Likewise, your own skills and knowledge follow the same pattern. The skills you have acquired through this course are only the foundation of a very complex field. Even an experienced qualitative researcher knows that being able to identify where one still needs improvement and how to obtain additional skills is an important step toward continuously becoming a well-rounded researcher.


To prepare for this Assignment:

? Assess your progress and skills with qualitative reasoning and analysis. Where do you still need to improve, and what is your plan for improving those skills? Generalize

? Consider what role this course has played in helping you determine a dissertation topic approach. Has your original topic and approach changed? Why? How? Generalize

? To what extent has using a software package informed your understanding of research in general? How has it informed you about how to read the findings of a research article? Generalize.

? Think about how this course fits into your residency requirements. Are you on track? Have you registered for your next residency? Yes, I am on track. Yes I have registered.
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The assignment:
? Craft a 5- to 7-page paper in which you assess your progress in qualitative reasoning and analysis. Be sure you have addressed the questions above.

? This is a suggested Journal topic for this week:
Write a two page Journal entry on how well you are understanding the roles of theory in qualitative research and how this applies to your Final Project and to your Dissertation
Also, write two page Journal entry on one or more of the following topics related to the methodology for your Qualitative Research Plan (Final Project). These items are from the Walden Dissertation Rubric:
? Role of the researcher in the data collection procedure is described. (Chapter 3, Item 3)
? The context for the study is described and justified. Procedures for gaining access to participants are described. Methods of establishing a researcher?participant working relationship are appropriate. (Chapter 3, Item 5)
? Measures for ethical protection of participants are adequate. (Chapter 3, Item 6)