Day: January 3, 2020

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Required Resources

Read/review the following resources for this activity:

 

Textbook: Chapter 1, 5, 12 (section: “Introduction”; “The Classical Period”; and Appendix – “Writing about Moral Issues”)

Lesson

Minimum of 1 scholarly source 

Dilemma

Helen wants to move to a new community, and she is applying for a job with a small retail establishment. She is confident that she is fully qualified and will be able to perform well if she gets the job. The employer, however, has advertised for someone with three years of retail experience, and Helen only has two-and-a-half years. She is considering whether to exaggerate slightly on her resume in order to improve her chances of getting the job.

 

Helen asks three friends to offer their advice on what she should do.

 

Henry says, “Go ahead and claim three-and-a-half years of experience; they’re going to be so happy with your work that by the time they check (if they ever do) it won’t matter.”

Jennifer says, “I’m sure you’ll arrive at the best decision on your own; I’ve always known you to be an honest person.”

George says, “It is never all right to lie, even when you are unlikely to get caught and it seems relatively harmless to do so.” 

Initial Post Instructions

For the initial post, address all of the following questions relating to the dilemma:

 

Upon which of the Three Primary Schools of Ethics is each of Helen’s friends relying? Explain your reasoning.

Can you imagine other people using the same approaches to arrive at different kinds of advice? Provide examples.

Do one of these Three Primary Schools of Ethics feel like the style you usually use already? Explain.

Follow-Up Post Instructions

Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

 

Writing Requirements

 

Minimum of 3 posts (1 initial & 2 follow-up)

Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)

APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Grading

This activity will be graded using the Discussion Grading Rubric. Please review the following link:

 

Link (webpage): Discussion Guidelines

Read Chapters 5 (The metropolis and its expansion), 6 (The origins and development of suburbs), 7 (Changing metropolitan landscapes after World War II) of the textbook.

 

Some believe that policies and technologies were the most important forces in expanding suburban development, while others call attention to the role of culture in creating demand for a suburban lifestyle. What do you think? What evidence would you use to support your position

 

Textbook Link is attached to this question

MLA format – 300 words

Paper – Ethical Memoir

Submit Assignment

• Due Jan 12 by 11:59pm
• Points 50
• Submitting a file upload

Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• Textbook: Chapter 1, 5, 12 (section: “Introduction”; “The Classical Period”; and Appendix – “Writing about Moral Issues”)
• Lesson

Instructions
Using the ethical memoir from your introductory discussion, compose a paper that describes the moral-ethical dilemma that you encountered and what the outcome of that dilemma was in more detail. This assignment is a revised and extended version of the introductory discussion. Address the following questions:

• Did you solve the dilemma? If so, how? If not, what were the repercussions or consequences?
• What would you do differently if faced with the same problem today?
• What is the importance of good ethics?
• Why should we be concerned about our actions?

Remember, the dilemma should be detailed with description and dialogue. Regard the questions as prompts, not an ordering of your responses. This is not a Q&A essay, but rather a graceful reflection regarding a difficult ethical dilemma you faced.

Cite the textbook and incorporate outside sources, including citations.

Writing Requirements (APA format)

• Length: 2-3 pages (not including title page or references page)
• 1-inch margins
• Double spaced
• 12-point Times New Roman font
• Title page
• References page

Grading
This activity will be graded based on Ethical Memoire Grading Rubric.

Weekly Objectives (WO)
WO1.1, 1.2, 7.2

Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday

Rubric

Ethical Memoire Grading Rubric – 50 ptsEthical Memoire Grading Rubric – 50 ptsCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength5.0 ptsOutstandingMeets length requirement0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent5.0 ptsOutstandingAddresses all aspects of the assignment.4.25 ptsAbove AverageAddresses most aspects of the assignment.3.75 ptsAverageAddresses some aspects of the assignment.3.0 ptsBelow AverageAddresses few aspects of the assignment.0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis20.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.17.0 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.15.0 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.12.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, the writing shows depth of critical thought; leverages readings and course materials in support of writer’s evident effort to understand ethical problems; establishes good use of theoretical underpinnings.0.0 ptsNo Effort20.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization10.0 ptsOutstandingIdeas are logically organized, including inviting introduction (with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, that come together in complete concepts.8.5 ptsAbove AverageIdeas are well organized, including inviting introduction (with a thesis statement) and a satisfactory conclusion, with complete concepts.7.5 ptsAverageOrganization and concepts need some restructuring.6.0 ptsBelow AverageOrganization and concepts are difficult to follow and incomplete.0.0 ptsNo Effort10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting5.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.4.25 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.3.75 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.3.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, the writing actively engages with the topic; is free of major errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation; demonstrates strong word choice and sentence variety.0.0 ptsNo Effort5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting5.0 ptsOutstandingThroughout the whole work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).4.25 ptsAbove AverageThroughout most of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).3.75 ptsAverageThroughout some of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).3.0 ptsBelow AverageThroughout little of the work, in-text references are formatted using APA style; references page/slide includes complete bibliographic information for sources using APA style; format (margins, spacing font size) adheres to APA style (paper).0.0 ptsNo Effo

Write a 5 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ( $20).

• What are benefits and challenges of Agile Project Management?
• How can Agile Project Management be used in other domains?
• Will Agile Project Management require a different process to keep up with the industry of tomorrow?

 

 

Write a 4 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ( $ 20)

• What are the core competencies of two competing companies and how are they similar / different?
• What steps could each company take to improve and strengthen their core competencies to increase their current market share?

 

 

Week 9 Discussion

Discussion -1 ($7)

• Why is the initial phase of the development, system investigation, critical to the development process?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of both the waterfall and agile system development processes?
• How can we, as employees and students, manage personal devices to help reduce security breaches within an organization?
• How do you feel about a company not disclosing a data breach when it involves their customers’ personal information?

 

Discussion-2($ 7)

How can a company avoid waste and mistakes that are directly related to computer usage?

What is the impact of work stressors on business employees and what can be done to minimize work stressors?

 

 

Write a 5 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ($20)

• What are the principles and limitations to an individual’s right to privacy?
• What are the trade offs between security and privacy?
• What is the issue of freedom of speech versus the protection of children online?

 

 

Write a 4 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ($20)

• What are two privacy issues that face individuals for the current year?
• What are two privacy issues that face businesses for the current year?
• What are the pros and cons of all four issues?

 

Module 3: Discussion #2

Discussion – 3($7)

• What are the essential components of a software development methodology, and what are the benefits of using such a methodology?
• How can the Capability Maturity Model Integration® improve an organization’s software development process?
• What is a safety-critical system, and what special actions are required during its development?

 

 

 

Write a 5 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ( $20 )

• What is the basis for the protection of freedom of expression in the United States, and what types of expression are not protected under the law?
• What are some key federal laws that affect online freedom of expression, and how do they impact organizations?
• What important freedom of expression issues relate to the use of information technology?

 

Write a 4 page paper (deliverable length does not include the title and reference pages) ($ 20)

• What does the term intellectual property encompass, and why are organizations so concerned about protecting intellectual property?
• What are the strengths and limitations of using copyrights, patents, and trade secret laws to protect intellectual property?
• What is plagiarism, and what can be done to combat it?

 

Choose two lesson plans from the “SIOP Lesson Plans and Activities.” Write a 250-500 word evaluation of each lesson. Your evaluations should address the following:

• Do you see sufficient integration of SEI strategies?
• Is academic vocabulary addressed?
• What supports the instruction of vocabulary?

Be sure to include links to the lesson plans in your evaluation for your instructor.

 

http://www.cal.org/siop/lesson-plans/index.html

http://www.cal.org/siop/about/index.html

• Review the Section IV, “Framework Essay,” and Reading 58 in the course text.
• Review the reading: Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream.”
• Consider whether you think that progress has been made toward realizing Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream, specifically social change as represented by greater racial and ethnic equality.
• Review the following concepts and issues covered in this course: constructionism, social class, covering, passing, privilege, stigma, objectification, oppositional identity, aversive racism, and assimilation.
• Select two of these issues or concepts, and consider how they support or challenge your position about the realization of Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream.

With these thoughts in mind:

By Day 4

Post  the progress that you believe has been made toward realizing Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream for racial and ethnic equality. Describe the two concepts or issues that you chose and explain how each either has contributed to or detracted from social change, specifically in the form of racial and ethnic equality.

Part 1.1

a. Identify the digital signature schemes and MAC schemes that are supported by CrypTool. For each scheme, determine the key sizes supported by CrypTool and which key sizes are recommended by NIST. 

b. Encrypt text using two digital signature schemes, measure the execution time for key generation (if applicable), signature generation, and signature verification. Measurements should be performed multiple times and then the analysis should use the average time for comparisons. In order to obtain measurable results, you will likely need to use long messages (i.e. 5 MB or larger). A sample document is available under Doc Sharing if student is unable to find a suitable document to use. 

c. Record results and draw conclusions. Identify the encryption algorithm used. Discuss the results of the measurements and any variations or trends observed when comparing the results from the group members. Report the results and the analysis. Be sure to include details on the measured results and details on each member’s computer (e.g., processor type, speed, cache size, RAM size, OS, etc.). 

Part 1.2

a. Using CrypTool, generate a MD5 hash for a small plaintext document.

b. Record the hash result (Cut and paste).

c. Change one character in the plaintext and regenerate a hash on the changed text.

d. Record the hash (Cut and paste into your report).

e. Do you think you could find a hash collision? (That is, can you find two different texts that produce the same hash? Experiment a few times and draw a conclusion about whether this can be done easily.)

Part 1.3

a. Generate a large prime (at least 20 digits long) and a short prime (less than 10 digits in length) (HINT Individual Procedures RSA Cryptosystem Generate prime numbers).

b. Determine which factorization algorithms are implemented within CrypTool (Individual Procedures -> RSA Demonstration -> Factorization of a Number). 

c. Identify the characteristic features of these algorithms by reading the “Factorization algorithms” help within the tutorials section of CrypTool’s built in help. 

d. Try to factor the primes using some of these methods.

e. Report your results, identifying the methods you used. Be sure to include how long the factorization took (or how long it was estimated to take if it did not complete in a reasonable time).

f. Now, just enter numeric values to be factored (again one long number and one short one).

g. What are the results? Were factors found? Are you good at guessing prime numbers?

Recruiting Strategies

You are an employee of iFly Airways, a small regional feeder line for a national carrier. Your CEO has just stated iFly Airways is merging with iDrive Cars, which is in competition with Uber and Lyft, to provide a complete transportation package. You have been asked to develop a two to three-minute elevator speech (a quick synopsis of a subject, which can be delivered in 2 to 3 minutes) about your recruiting strategies to fill current vacant positions. In this speech, you will propose how the organization can cross train staff to control cost and improve employee engagement.

 

The speech will include:

1. An explanation of the benefits of cross training staff members (e.g., at iFly Airways and iDrive Cars).
2. Benefits and drawbacks of outsourcing certain departmental needs.
3. An overview of how you plan to use internal or external sources, including social media, or outsourced recruiting to address employee shortages.
4. Any potential limitations of your plan.

Requirements:

• The presentation PowerPoint should be 7 slides with speaker’s notes, not including title or reference slides.
• A minimum of three scholarly sources should be cited and referenced. 
• Your presentation must be properly cited and formatted according to APA.