Last week, you spent time searching for and reviewing research articles related to your topic. Now, you are asked to spend time thinking about the theoretical or conceptual framework for your study. You may already have an idea of specific theories or concepts that relate to your topic. If so, you should begin thinking about what pieces, or aspects of the theories or concepts, relate […]

Prior to completing your discussion, read Chapter 4 in your textbook, watch the Annie Lennox:  Why I Am an HIV/AIDS Activist video, and review any relevant Instructor Guidance.  For this discussion, reference the information in the “Introduction to the Miller Family” document.  Mike Maldonado lost his companion of 10 years to AIDS. After being tested, Mike learned that he is HIV positive.  Examine the biological basis […]

Public health research has traditionally focused on problems, deficiencies, disease, and contributing factors to public health problems. In recent years, community health assessments have also included community assets or resources. The process of identifying these contributions to the public health of a community is called asset mapping. One strategy for identifying assets is geographic information system (GIS) mapping. Although the asset-mapping approach to community health […]

An explanation of the approach that you will use to address your research question(s) is part of the draft Dissertation Prospectus that you will submit . This week’s Learning Resources provide guidance in identifying the research method (qualitative, quantitative or mixed method) and the research design that best align with your research question(s), and thus enable you to logically and effectively address the research problem. It […]

You will be creating an international marketing report for an international brand/product. You will serve as a consultant to an international company breaking into the US market. Research and analyze at least two (2) current articles on an international brands’ effort to penetrate the U.S. market.  Identify the relevant and applicable concepts and theories presented in the articles and compare and contrast these concepts and […]

Resources Short Essay As an early childhood educator, it is crucial to identify resources around the community to create a quality early care and education program. Our communities provide resources for families and early care and education programs to support children’s development. The Internet is a virtual tool that provides access to many resources. As a professional, you will need to evaluate the resources for […]

Exegesis PaperYou will complete an exegesis of a passage from the New Testament (employing methods of interpretation and perspectives, such as literary and historical context, literary form, and structure). Exegesis means to expound upon a text, to unpack a text of its many meanings. Elements of various types of criticism will be employed to further develop your ability to interpret the Bible. The paper should […]

In recent years, immigration, health care reform, and fiscal policy have emerged as key issues in U.S. federal policy. There are many sides to each debate, and research is proliferating. Using the Ashford Online Library, identify a scholarly article that answers research questions associated with the debate over immigration, health care reform, or fiscal policy (select one). Apply the principles of critical thinking to the […]

Complete two competitor profiles for a healthcare organization.  The healthcare organization could be your current (or former) employer or the organization in your marketing plan.  Write a three- to four-page (excluding title and reference pages) competitor profiling paper in APA format.  In your paper, incorporate a minimum of three scholarly sources (in addition to the course text) that were published within the past five years […]

Final Research Paper Research the responsibility of a critical thinker in a contemporary society. You may choose any topic that deals with a contemporary social concern. Examine the principles of critical thought in relation to the chosen societal concern, and consider the importance of ethics, moral reasoning, a research-based process to search for truth, and the advantages of information technology in gathering data. Potential social […]