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Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student with an opportunity to develop a health promotion program and relate strategies of community planning, implementation and evaluation to the community diagnosis identified in Assignment 2. Please note you are not expected to carry out the health promotion program that you develop.

Choose one of the following to complete this assignment:

Based on the community diagnosis you developed in Assignment 2, (a) develop an outline for a program to meet the identified need, including goals and objectives, and (b) compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of two approaches for influencing community change in the direction of health which would be appropriate in developing the proposed program (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach) and which need to be considered in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program. Discuss the role of the community health nurse related to each of the approaches and in relation to the planned program.

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Based on the community diagnosis you developed in Assignment 2, (a) develop an outline for a program to meet the identified need and (b) develop a proposal for obtaining funding for the program. The proposal should include goals and objectives for the proposed program; a description of the target aggregate/group; rationale for the approach to be utilized (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach); a description of the “players” who will be involved in program planning, implementation and evaluation and their roles: proposed evaluation strategies; and, a budget for the program.

Marking Criteria

All aspects of the assignment as outlined are clearly addressed.

Critical analysis and synthesis of ideas is evident.

Ideas are develop logically and presented in an organized, clear, and concise manner.

Paper will build on course content and will reflect use of resources beyond those included in the course study guide.

APA (6th. ed.) scholarly format – limit of 12 pages (excluding title and reference pages).

The following are some tips for the assignment 5:

– Specify clearly either on the title page or in the introduction what option you will be presenting. If choosing option A, the objective of the paper is to create a program that is based on the results of your assessment in Assignment 2. Then based on the concepts and theory of this course choose 2 approaches and compare and contrast their strength and limitations. There are a few approaches to a program: behavioral / lifestyle, , biomedical, socio-environmental approach or as on page 290 in Community as Partner text (3rd ed.) -Community Social Action, Community Development, Social Planning, Community Organization and Service Extension, and support with literature. Discuss in terms of how the processes and outcomes would have been described, measured, etc. using the different approaches. Include how each approach would influence the choices made within the program. Include what the community nurse’s role would be for each of these approaches as it relates to your program, for example, the nurses role (what would they do differently / how would they approach things differently / what would they evaluate that might be different from the behavioural perspective if a socio-environmental view was taken. Include a definition that is supported by literature.

Start with- intro stating the purpose and strategy

Give a brief description of the aggregate and specify the one priority community diagnosis that will be used to help develop the program.

(Develop a program outline using the elements of program planning. The program logic model is a useful strategy. See the chapters 15, 16, and 17 in the Canadian community as partner text (2nd ed and 3rd edition) or starting on page 236 in the Stamler and Yui text (3rd ed.) relating to program planning and evaluation for a guide. Including a diagram that represents the program plan in an appendix or figure would make the components of the program clear to potential funders for the program. Include the human, financial, organizational, and community resources a program has currently available that could be directed towards the program implementation. Include in the plan any resources or constraints that restrict actions. Check out the following site re info on the PRECEDE-PROCEED and Program Logic Model to help with the last assignment.

http://ctb.ku.edu/en/default.aspx

This site explains “participatory monitoring”evaluation from Unit 7- Activity 2.

Using a model such as the program logic model to help you create a structure of each of the components in your proposal would add credibility with outside sources; the main elements of the program are captured and it depicts the cause-and-effect relationship between the program and its outcomes. Resources and constraints of the program must be identified throughout the program outline.

?When discussing goals or strategies for the diagnosis, planning the interventions or evaluation for your program, remember the SMART acronym (Specific, Measurable, Acceptable, and Realistic to achieve, and have a Time line) that provides a succinct format and clearly outlines the parameters for the planning implementation and evaluation process. Include with each objective a time frame for attaining the change, the direction and magnitude of the change i.e. immunization levels at school entry will increase to 97%, the method for measuring the change e.g., After the session, each participant will demonstrate…It produces more precise objectives than improved, increase or decrease. These will be important (especially when requesting funding) for outside evaluators as well as the people participating in the program to check on their progress. Also, think of ways to keep track of the processes (the how to piece) of making a program work.

(b) compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of two approaches for influencing community change in the direction of health which would be appropriate in developing the proposed program (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach) and which need to be considered in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program (See page Chapter 6 in Community Health Nursing 3rd edition by Stamler and Yui or specially pages 90-94. )

Evaluation considerations and indicators are also definitely an important part in program planning for this assignment. You will likely need to address in some ways the process indicators (the how does the program work – and how will you make sure it is working this way) as well as outcome indicators (what do you expect to see if the program works).

-Include the role of the CHN in the process and also how the aggregate would be involved in the planning. Including the aggregate in the validation of the community diagnosis as well as when designing the program is important to include and support with literature.

For Option B tips-

Present the program outline that includes goals and objectives. (Consider using a recognized model; for example, such as the program logic model to help you create a structure of each of the components in your proposal. This adds credibility with outside sources; the main elements of the program are captured and it depicts the cause-and-effect relationship between the program and its outcomes. You can use many other references to present the model or a model you may have used or prefer.

Participation is critical to getting the best results – a lack of participation can lead to decisions being over-ruled, delayed, challenged or questioned by internal or external stakeholders.

Resources and constraints of the program must be identified throughout the program outline.

Include: a description of the “players” who will be involved in program planning, implementation and evaluation and their roles: proposed evaluation strategies; and, a budget for the program

Discuss the rationale for the approach to be utilized (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach)(or as on page 290 in Community as Partner text (3rd ed.) -Community Social Action, Community Development, Social Planning, Community Organization and Service Extension) and support with literature.

The program planning process, implementation and evaluation and their roles: proposed evaluation strategies; and, a budget for the program ” the whole paper could be presented as a proposal that includes the outline with the goals as well as meeting all the points on the marking criteria. The proposal should also include a table with the proposed financial statement of the costs and in-kind contribution that could be specified in an appendix.

Ensure all the points are addressed on the marking criteria and that you use a variety of references to support the discussion. I look forward to reading the final paper.

Whatever option chosen before initiating a program, consider if the program focuses on community health. This means seeking to improve the health of groups of people taking into context their family and their community to benefit the quality of life for the community as a whole (Wollman Anderson & McFarlane, 2012). I found a useful link- Healthy Mother Healthy Baby:Program Logic Model and Evaluability Assessment that has the program logic model present as well as a proposal for a new program http://www.usask.ca/cuisr/sites/default/files/Bowen.pdf that you may find helpful as a reference. Budgeting sites- http://www.leoisaac.com/budget/bud016.htm or http://www.fchealth.org/images/pdfs/Proposal_Worksheets_Complete.pdf I hope this helps. Feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.

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Community Diagnosis

Issue description:Risk of alcohol and drug abuse
Focus: Among youth living in the Jane and Finch area
Etiology: Related to low income, lack of education and limited social support network
manifestation: As manifested by unemployment rate, increase criminal activity and increase high school drop out rate

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Using the results of the statistical calculations of the measurements, write a scientific document that reports the concetration of the hormone in sea water from the 3 location. Propose a justification for the relative levels of hormone based on the geographic location of each site.

The document should contain an introduction, tabulated measurements and calculated results, discussion which includes explanation of your statistical calculations and a justification of the comparitive levels of hormone concentration of the each of the sites, and a conclusion.

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Based on the community diagnosis you developed (a) develop an outline for a program to meet the identified need, including goals and objectives, and (b) compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of two approaches for influencing community change in the direction of health which would be appropriate in developing the proposed program (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach) and which need to be considered in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program. Discuss the role of the community health nurse related to each of the approaches and in relation to the planned program.

Assignment 5 just flows from the Assessment Assignment 2 – so having the legwork done in the assessment makes the rest easier. The objective of the paper is to create a program that is based on the results of your assessment in Assignment 2.
Clearly identify the aggregate from assignment 2 in a short concise statement as well as include the focused community diagnosis that is related to the identified need for this aggregate (that is specified the 4 parts as indicated by the Canadian Community as Partner Text. Page 281).
Develop a program outline using the elements of program planning. Using a recognized framework or model such as the program logic model to present the outline of the program, adds credibility with outside sources for acceptance and funding.
Evaluation indicators are definitely a piece of assignment 4. You will likely need to address in some ways the process indicators (the how does the program work – and how will you make sure it is working this way) as well as outcome indicators (what do you expect to see if the program works).

For objectives (outcome short/ long term or process objectives specify using the SMART formula (-specific, measurable, action oriented, realistic, and time specific). Indicators need to be specified for each objective), activities (actions mapped out in sequence to deliver program to reach goals), resources (list to successfully carry out the intervention eg. personnel, funding, materials, training, promotional expenses) Integrate program planning with evaluation.

Option A tips-
One way to approach this paper is to start with the introduction that states the purpose of the paper and strategy. Present a concise aggregate description and diagnosis from assignment 2. Then present the program outline.
Based on the concepts and theory of this course choose 2 approaches for Option A and compare and contrast their strength and limitations.
Then compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of two approaches for influencing community change in the direction of health which would be appropriate in developing the proposed program (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach) and which need to be considered in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program. Discuss in terms of how the processes and outcomes would have been described, measured, etc. using the different approaches. Include how each approach would influence the choices made within the program.
Include what the community nurse’s role would be for each of these approaches as it relates to the planned program, for example, the nurses role (what would they do differently / how would they approach things differently / what would they evaluate that might be different from the behavioural perspective) if a socio-environmental view was taken?.

For Option B
One way to approach this paper is to start with the introduction that states the purpose of the paper and strategy. Present a concise aggregate description and diagnosis from assignment 2. Then present the program outline; then include the proposal. The paper is in APA format and the proposal can be written within the body of the paper. Essentially this whole paper is a proposal that includes all the components in the marking criteria. Timelines and an evaluation throughout the program planning implementation and outcomes are important to include.
The rationale for the approach chosen can be included in your proposal. Include how the selected approach influences the choices made within the program. Include what the community nurse’s role would be for this approach as it relates to your program, for example, the nurse’s role and approach to the program, what would be evaluated using this approach. Discuss in terms of how the processes and outcomes would have be described, measured, etc. using the specific approach.
Include all the proposal criteria as specified.
In conclusion both Option A and B need to address all the key components in the marking criteria as it relates to planning, implementation and evaluation of a program that meets the aggregate’s needs identified in assignment 2.

The following are the marking criteria for each Assignment 5 option:
Marking Criteria -Option A
1.All aspects of the assignment as outlined are clearly addressed. Based on the community diagnosis you developed in Assignment 2
(a) develop an outline for a program to meet the identified need, including goals and objectives (/5)
(b) compare and contrast the strengths and limitations of two approaches for influencing community change in the direction of health
? which would be appropriate in developing the proposed program (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach)
? and which need to be considered in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program. (/5)
? Discuss the role of the community health nurse related to each of the approaches and in relation to the planned program. (/5)
2.Critical analysis and synthesis of ideas is evident. (/5)
3.Ideas are develop logically and presented in an organized, clear, and concise manner.
4.Paper will build on course content and will reflect use of resources beyond those included in the course study guide. (/5)
5.APA (6th ed.) scholarly format – limit of 12 pages (excluding title and reference pages

Marking Criteria -Option B
1. All aspects of the assignment as outlined are clearly addressed: Based on the community diagnosis you developed in Assignment 2
(a) develop an outline for a program to meet the identified need and (/5)
(b) develop a proposal for obtaining funding for the program. (/10)
The proposal should include:
? goals and objectives for the proposed program;
? a description of the target aggregate/group;
? rationale for the approach to be utilized (e.g., behavioral / lifestyle, socio-environmental approach);
? a description of the “players” who will be involved in program planning,
? implementation and evaluation and their roles:
? proposed evaluation strategies;
? a budget for the program.
2. Critical analysis and synthesis of ideas is evident. Ideas are develop logically and presented in an organized, clear, and concise manner. (/5)
3. Paper will build on course content and will reflect use of resources beyond those included in the course study guide. (/5)
5.APA (6th ed.) scholarly format – limit of 12 pages (excluding title and reference)

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Choose a data source and createa graph or table that illustrates a story behind the data. You may choose a single data set (e.g. a stock price) or a number of data sets (e.g. population numbers over time in four major cities.)
Use the following sites as suggestions for data sources:
Stocks: http://finance.google.com/finance?q=goog
Census data: http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/
Internet usage data: http://www.pewinternet.org/Data-Tools/Download-Data/Trend-Data.aspx
U. S. Energy stats: http://www.eia.doe.gov/overview_hd.html
Create a professional graph and write a summary of no more than 350 words that explains the following:
The source of the data
What story the data is telling the reader
The reasons for which you used certain graphing or charting techniques (e.g. line graph instead of a bar or pie chart)
Principles used to make the graphic more effective
Create a second graph or table that tells a contradicting story. Refer to techniques such as those in the Misleading Statistics document provided within course materials. Use the same data set, but create a different graph, chart, or table.
Write a word summary for each graph of 300- 350 words explaining the following:
Different or contradictory story being told
Techniques you used in order to alter the story
Ethical implications of altering the aesthetics of the graphic
Submit two graphs and two summaries in one Word document.
Format your summaries consistent with APA guidelines.

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Critically evaluate how a range of current issues impact on early years practice in schools.

L/OS to include:

1.Critically analyse, examine and review topical and current issues arising from your own reflections on teaching practice

2.Critically analyse and examine recent research and documentation of current interest to Early Years education practice.

3.Construct a cohesive argument in applying problem solving strategies to a range of current issues in Early Years Education, including complex and contradictory influences.

marking criteria:

Student has met the LOs of the assessment with evidence of comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge & understanding of concepts and theories and their interrelationship. The work shows a detailed appreciation of how aspects of the subject are uncertain, contradictory or limited.
The work adopts a well-sustained critical approach using a breadth of evidence, reasoning and reflection.
Works shows evidence of a mature and independent approach to problem solving. The student can create appropriate hypotheses
and select, justify and use imaginative and innovative approaches in their investigations.

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Question: Antitrust Practices and Market Power

1. Why was/were the firm(s) investigated for antitrust behavior?

2. Identify some of the costs (pecuniary and nonpecuniary) associated with the antitrust behavior (firms having power in the market). Additionally, note the specific antitrust act (Sherman Act, Clayton Act, etc.) under which the violation was investigated.

3. Given your research and findings, are monopolies and oligopolies (firms demonstrating power) always bad for society? Be sure to provide real world examples of where this may be the case to strengthen your position.

4. Provide at least one example of a case where having a monopoly or oligopoly may actually benefit the society.

Based on your findings to the questions listed above, write a report with a minimum of 300 words in essay format in APA style (use the APA template in Doc Sharing), using correct economic terms covered in the discussions. If you ONLY write 300 words, you probably won’t be able to fully answer the questions.

Key concepts to include in your paper include the following.

•Monopoly Market Structure
•Oligopoly Market Structure
•Barriers to Entry Into the Market
•Natural Monopoly
•Government Monopoly
•Downward Sloping Demand Curve
•Economies of Scale
•Price Fixing
•Collusion
•Monopoly Pricing
•Price Maker
•Market Power
•Economic Profits
•Imperfect Competition
•Rent-Seeking Behavior
•X-Inefficiency
•Deadweight Loss to Society
•Marginal Cost
•Marginal Revenue
•Antitrust

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Quantitative Research Critique Paper

Purpose and Overview

The purpose of this assignment is for the student to demonstrate his or her knowledge of the research process by analyzing one quantitative research study.

\Directions
•Prepare a grammatically correct paper, in APA format, which addresses the following about the assigned research study/report.
•Overview of study
•Author’s qualifications
•Title appropriate to study
•Abstract with essential elements

•Introduction
•Problem Statement/Justification
•Statement of Purpose(s)

• Literature review
•Research studies relevant and current
•Theory/framework present
•Link to nursing/nursing science
•Explicates research question(s), hypothesis(es), and/or objective(s)

•Methods
•Research question/hypothesis/objective presented
•Study design linked to research question(s)/objective(s)/hypothesis(es)
•Study variables present with definitions
•Sampling method linked to question and design
•Ethical consideration present
•Data collection methods consistent with question/design
•Data analysis method linked to level of measurement

•Discussion/recommendations linked to findings
•Practice implications

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Topic 1: Literature review:

In preparation for the literature review for your health promotion proposal, identify two scholarly (peer-reviewed, evidence-based) sources and two sources from professional and credible websites (i.e. NIH, CDC, etc.). All sources should support your community health promotion proposal. ( My health proposal is related to obesity in Columbus Ohio}

You may choose from sources outside of nursing if applicable.
Develop a review of the literature you selected, demonstrating how it will support your health promotion proposal and post it here.

Topic 2: Critique the Plan

Read: Story, L., Mayfield-Johnson, S., Downey, L. H., Anderson-Lewis, C., & Day, R. (2010). Getting on Target with Community Health Advisors (GOTCHA): An innovative stroke prevention project. Story et al. GOTCHA. Nursing Inquiry, 17(4), 373-384.
1. Discuss the goals, implementation, and evaluation of the program.
2. What would you change to increase effectiveness of the program and why?
3. What do you view as strengths of the program and why?

Must have three references and cited, APA formatting 6th edition.

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Create a power point presentation of at least six slides that covers the following topics:

1) Describe the role of community and public health in the well-being of populations

2) Describe the public health organizational structure

3) Examine the legal and ethical dimensions of public and community health services.

4) Analyze funding of public and community health services

5) Discuss the role of communication in community and public health programs.

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Student will review Course Materials area for weekly reading.
? Student will assemble all assignments completed in this course to compile an E-Portfolio for submission to the weekly assignment folder.
? Student will participate in weekly discussion board questions.

Lesson
We are now going to create the e-portfolio we have been working on throughout the course.

As, Electronic Portfolios are becoming more accepted within the academic and professional fields, we need to learn how to develop and create an effective e-portfolio. E-portfolio consists of three different categories: student e-portfolios, teacher e-portfolios and institutional e-portfolios. (Lorenzo and Ittelson, 2005) Each of these accomplishes the task of collecting and presenting data and accomplishments of the individual.

E-portfolios have many different functions which include the following:

Plan educational programs

Document knowledge, skills, abilities and learning

Track development within a program

Find a Job

Evaluate a course

Monitor and evaluate performance. (Greenberg, 2004)

Any combination of there different functions can be used to create an effective e-portfolio.

Reference:

Lorenzo, G. & Ittelson, J. (2005, July). An Overview of E-Portfolios. From http://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/ELI3001.pdf

G. Greenberg, “The Digital Convergence: Extending the Portfolios Model,” Educause Review, vol. 39, no. 4 (July/August 2004), pp. 28-36,

http://www.educause.edu.apps/er/erm04/erm0441.asp

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