Many early childhood education centers are accredited by organizations such as the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).  Being accredited by such an organization shows that the center provides a high-quality learning experience that exceeds minimal standard licensing requirements.  For this discussion, imagine that you are the director of a childcare center and you would like to pursue NAEYC accreditation.  You discuss […]

Assessment methods provide data to the clinician, however, the clinician must decide how to use the data in making a decision or recommendation with regard to the client. The assessment data do not make the decision for the clinician, rather the data are used by the clinician in making the decision. The process of clinical decision-making requires the clinician to apply the data to clinical […]

  In this assignment, you will explore and apply theories of development to your personal experiences.   Background Understanding theories of development is key in psychology. All people proceed through specific areas of change and growth in key areas as they go through life. Whatever path we take in life, understanding theories of development will assist us in motivating and guiding others, as well as […]

In this assignment, you will define and apply various personality theories to your personal life experiences. . Background In psychology, personality theorists have sought to understand the traits and other factors that determine our very nature. Some of these factors are innate, and others seem to be shaped by environmental forces. Each theory takes a different approach to understanding personality. Familiarity with theories of personality […]

Due Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Complete your participation for this assignment byWednesday, July 16, 2014. Your textbook lists seven criteria that psychologists use when labeling someone’s behavior as “disturbed” or “abnormal.”  Click here to view the list from your textbook. Psychologists may use a combination of these criteria for determining that behavior is disturbed or abnormal. Of the seven criteria for abnormal behavior, which two do you think […]

As a Behavior Analyst, you have been asked to assist in the development of a Behavior Intervention Plan for the following scenarios: A third grade student in a public elementary school has been referred for behavior problems continuously for the past three months. This student is demonstrating consistently disruptive behaviors in this classroom and in other settings within the school (lunch, recess, specials, etc.). Disruptive […]

Can you really trust your senses and the interpretation of sensory data to give you an accurate view of the world? Describe and discuss the accuracy and the weaknesses of the human senses as they pertain to thinking in general and to your own thinking in particular. Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you: 1.Provide at least three (3) reasons for […]

The Aging ConnectionHow to Begin: Watch the videos below: Pinetop Perkins (95) at Notodden Bluesfestival 2008 What does the older worker bring? StreetFilms-Portland: Older adults bike program Older adults see benefits from tutoring young children Task: Write a paper that identifies at least three sociological concepts that are alluded to in the videos, pulling from aging, discrimination, and social stratification theories. At minimum, you should refer to […]

You are the research specialist on a multidisciplinary treatment team at a medical facility.   Read the University of Phoenix Material: Week Two Assignment Scenario to learn about Bill.   Write a 1,200- to 1,500-word paper discussing the following:   The definition of adherence The factors that predict adherence, including patient and provider variables Treatment regimen variables Patient-provider communication A description of the evidence-based factors affecting the […]

    SOC310: Race, Gender and Ethnic Relations in the US      Course MaterialsRequired:   Fiske-Rusciano, R. (2013). Experiencing Race, Class and Gender in the United States (6th Ed.). Boston, MA:   McGraw-Hill.  ISBN-13: 9780078111617                                        ALL APA FORMAT     Week 3       Critical Thinking: Examination of Social Class (90 points)   Pick a traditionally marginalized group in America. Conduct […]