This week we will discuss your research papers.   Your paper was due last night so please post your paper in here as your initial post by tonight (Wednesday) and be prepared to respond to questions/comments from your classmates and me.    I’ll factor your ability to address questions into your paper grade, especially if there’s anything in your paper which is unclear.   Respond to at […]

Assignment 3: Persuasive Paper Part 1: A Problem Exists   Due Week 5 and worth 150 points  Using your thesis statement and research, present the problem that needs to be addressed with your proposed solution. Note: Your solution, advantages, and challenges, will be in Parts 2 and 3.Write a three to four (3-4) page paper in which you:Provide an appropriate title and an interesting opening […]

 In a four to five page paper, address the following: Explain why conflict exists in diverse workforces, addressing the causes of conflict and multiple aspects of diversity. Title this section Conflict in Diverse Workforces. Describe 2–3 conflicts related to different aspects of diversity, describing each conflict, its causes, and its participants. Title this section Aspects of Diversity. Identify conflicts in the course materials or in […]

Voter ID laws in Texas have been the topic of many controversial conversations, even more recently within my circle of friends.  My opinions and beliefs often vary from that of my close peers because 50% of them follow a Republican, more conservative school of thought in contrast with my more liberal belief system.  My thoughts regarding the need for strict voter ID laws are binary […]

1. Joseph and Nancy Jabbra’s chapter “Administrative Culture in the Middle East” argues that 6 forces or factors have produced an administrative culture in the Middle East that makes it difficult to adopt Western management innovations, philosophies, and administrative approaches. Two of these forces are “over-centralization” and “administrative expansion.”

Write a research paper of 1600 words about the principles of American Journalism. In the digital age, what becomes of journalism? Give examples. What are some core values of American journalism and its role in a democracy? How did they change? Provide an example to illustrate your ideas. For example, the coverage of the elections. What are the ethical and legal foundations of journalism? Give […]

Someone once entitled their main post “Smelt the Iron Triangle!” A decent pun (and a great plan.) The military-industrial complex is a “Good Ol’ Boy” system, right? Some Americans assert that the government doesn’t create jobs.  Others acknowledge that it does serve a significant role in stabilizing and promoting the economy. You decide for yourself. After reading and reflecting this week on the numerous, diverse, […]

Post to the discussion board your response to question 4 of the Etch-A-Sketch Ethics case on pages 172-173. Include in your post personal observations as well as concrete examples from the readings to support your views. Initial posts should be several paragraphs, include direct references to the readings, and word choice and sentence structure should be suitable for graduate level work. 

 As you may remember the NATO summit was held in Chicago in 2013. In anticipation of the many protestors expected in the area, Chief US District Court Judge James Holderman issued a Court Order restricting access to the Federal Courthouse. Only essential visitors, including attorneys who had cases before the Court were allowed into the otherwise public building. The obvious result was that no protestors […]

 The Texas criminal justice system has been a center of controversy throughout Texas history. Though several reform efforts have been attempted, no significant reform measure has been incorporated over the last half century in Texas. While many attribute this to a conservative system unwilling to change, the historic record reflects a different reality. As students of Texas Government, determine the most significant hurdle blocking substantial […]