Category: Essay

 
This is a picture of Houdini just as Doctorow depicts him in Chapter 40—hanging over Broadway and 46th St., trying to ignore jeering “fans” and contemplating “the one genuine mystical experience of his life.” What was this specific experience? Write an essay analyzing Houdini’s career as Doctorow presents him. In your essay connect this epiphany with incidents in the beginning and middle of the novel. In addition you can, if you wish, also discuss more general developments in his life. At various times in the book Houdini is treated like a carnival freak, and later on his act gets so wild that people think he is in league with the Devil. We also know that he spent a lot of time exposing fake mystics and seers. Does the public perception of Houdini add to or diminish his reputation in your eyes? Was he correct about the mystical act?

 
ssignment: Company Analysis – Writing Assignment 1
You will have time to work on this assignment in class.
Purpose
To analyze a company’s external business communication documents.

Overview
According to the Syllabus, meeting all requirements for an assignment will earn you a grade of B. The B grade indicates expected performance at the graduate level. To achieve a grade of B+ or better, your work should cover all main points of an assignment, demonstrate a clear and concise organized thought process, incorporate various levels of creativity, include additional resources and experiences into the assignment, and contain no noticeable grammatical, typographical, or spelling errors.
A grading rubric, which will be used by your professor, is included with each assignment. Carefully review each rubric to make sure you have addressed all the criteria before submitting your assignment. Most of the rubrics include the following general criteria in addition to the specific criteria for each assignment.
• Integrates established business communication principles.
At the graduate level, you must support your work with established principles in the field. Citations are required.
• Synthesizes relevant information and material to provide evidence of critical thought.
At the graduate level, you must demonstrate that you have the ability to combine various elements to form a coherent whole – not simply stating facts. You also must demonstrate that you have the ability to examine a situation from diverse perspectives before reaching a conclusion.
• Develops ideas with clarity and logic.
At the graduate level, you must demonstrate that you can present your message in a clear and logical manner and not have your message obscured by disorganized facts and information.
In this assignment you will be using a tool called turnitin.com. This tool allows you to check your paper for potential plagiarism before submitting your paper for a grade. Use the results of the originality report to modify your paper as needed before submitting.

Scenario: Your supervisor has asked you to explore a company that your organization is thinking about purchasing. Your job is to begin an initial analysis of the company. You will write a professional email to your supervisor that describes your findings.

Note: This is an individual assignment.
Action Items
1. Review Table 7.1 Tips for Effective Email Messages in your textbook.
2. Review the grading rubric for this assignment.
3. Go to the discussion topic, “Company Assignment”, and see which company your professor has assigned you to analyze for this assignment.
4. Read the two most recent annual reports of the company you have been assigned.
a. Go to the company’s website. Typically, the annual report will be stored on the Investor Relations page of the company’s website.
b. Locate and read the last two annual reports of the company as indicated.
c. Read other reports and press releases posted by the company.
5. Locate the Consolidated Statements of Income (also known as the Income Statement), Balance Sheet and Statement of Cash Flows in the most current annual report. Print them out, or if the firm offers downloadable copies, download them and save to your computer.
Note: You will need the Consolidated Statements of Income for this assignment. Data from the Balance Sheet and Statement of Cash Flows will be used in Write 2: Handout (in-class) .
6. Create a Microsoft ExcelTM worksheet to present the major portions of the firm’s Consolidated Statements of Income. See the sample provided. You are not simply to copy the sample – make your own worksheet and do your own formatting and computations. Format the Excel document to print in landscape view. See the sample for an example of how to set up the reports and the calculations you are to perform.
Note: You will likely note some extra items on the Consolidated Statements of Income – things that you do not know what to do with. Most of these are non-operating expenses or income that should be captured as such, following the sample provided. The items you are most concerned with will be clearly labeled as such.
7. Write a Word document containing a copy of your email to your supervisor that addresses the following items.
a. What is the tone of each report (its appearance, theme, look)? What feelings and impressions do you get from looking at the report?
b. Review the management letters and other front matter found in the beginning of the reports. What stands out? Can you draw any initial conclusions about the state of the business? What do the leaders have to say about their company?
c. What else is contained in the annual reports, and what is the significance of it?
d. Compare and contrast the two consolidated statements of income for the company. Consider the yearly operating performance and environmental circumstances (economy, market, trends, etc) that are readily apparent to you as an observer, and/or those mentioned specifically by the management of the organization.
e. What changes do you notice in tone and content from year to year?
f. What is your recommendation on if this company should be explored further for potential purchase by your organization? Include a rationale for your recommendation.
8. Check your document with grammarly.com. Modify your document as needed. Note: Instructions on how to access grammarly.com is available inSubmit To Grammarly.
9. Submit your document to turnitin.com (see MBA Toolbox). Use your Franklin email when setting up your account. View the tutorials on how to use the tool, especially how the Originality report works and how it can be used to improve your paper.
10. Read the Originality Report you receive from turnitin.com and make any modifications as needed to your document. This may include adding proper citations or better paraphrasing.
11. Include your Excel worksheet as an appendix to your Word document. There are several ways to do this. Here is just one method.
• Place your cursor where you would like to include the Excel worksheet into your Word document.
• Insert an “object” into your Word document at the appropriate location. b
• Select “Create from file” tab.
• A window will appear for you to search your file structure for your .xls or .xlsx file.
• The file will be inserted into your word document. You may need to resize the image to fit the page.
12. Include the grading rubric as an appendix to your document.

elow is what you are supposed to have in the assignment. You will need to note that this is NOT a Group assignment. It is an INDIVIDUAL assignment.

It should be in email format and should address the points as is listed below. I have short explanations in red.
Start with a short introduction about the research that you conducted on the company and say that you will be addressing the contents of the two annual reports to determine whether the company is worth purchasing.

Write a Word document containing a copy of your email to your supervisor that addresses the following items.

What is the tone of each report (its appearance, theme, look)? What feelings and impressions do you get from looking at the report?
Here you look at the two reports and determine how they looked different from each other. It could be that they changed the entire layout to make it look more presentable, or that they have new sections of interest to investors etc. Explain why you like one report better than teh other. or why you felt that there was not much change in both the reports

Review the management letters and other front matter found in the beginning of the reports. What stands out? Can you draw any initial conclusions about the state of the business? What do the leaders have to say about their company?
Here you need to look at the two reports and determine whether the tone of the chairman’s note and other notes by key leaders are positive in terms of how they performed, what were the key achievements, and find what was different from one report to the other.

What else is contained in the annual reports, and what is the significance of it?
List the key elements of the reports and say why they are important. For example the VW reports have extremely clear view of the financial charts that clearly match the balance sheets. This is an indication that the company want to give a better visual feel to their report as investors may not want to take a look at the entire balance sheet.

Compare and contrast the two consolidated statements of income for the company. Consider the yearly operating performance and environmental circumstances (economy, market, trends, etc) that are readily apparent to you as an observer, and/or those mentioned specifically by the management of the organization. – You would have done this comparison in the class and will have a clear understanding of the same. This will help you to answer the next question.

What changes do you notice in tone and content from year to year?
Refer to section above to address this question. For example the VW reports on the capture of market saw a decline from one year to the next. This needs to have a reason. It could have been that another car manufacturing company launched its operations in that region…

What is your recommendation on if this company should be explored further for potential purchase by your organization? Include a rationale for your recommendation.
Based on the analysis, you should be able to say whether you recommend to purchase or not to purchase and why….

The reason should be a solid one.. for example, the decline of foreign manufactured cars in the global market has seen a decline as the countries where there were high sales have begun to manufacture similar cars at cheaper rates, or whatever you deem fit based on your analysis. or if you want to purchase, then state why….
Toyota Summary Executive
Toyota is a Japanese Corporation manufacturing motor vehicles. The Toyota headquarter is placed in Negoya in Japan. It was founded by the Japanese entrepreneur Kiichiro Toyoda in 1937. Toyota owns 75 factories & assembly plants and 338,875 employees over the globe. There are five different brands under the Toyota Corporation; Toyota, Lexus, Hino, Ranz & Scion.
Potential Growth of Toyota Market
It is no secret that Toyota Motors sees the next wave of growth coming from developing markets in Southeast Asia and South America. In 2014, it opened its fourth auto plant in Indonesia at an investment of $340 million. With a greater focus on building cars suited to the needs of customers in developing markets, Toyota hopes to generate 50% of its total vehicle sales from developing markets by 2015, up from 45% in 2011. Only in Indonesia, the car sales raised to 1.12 million.

The SWOT Analysis
The SWOT analysis shows the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of a company. Toyota’s SWOT analysis shows the findings below:
Strengths:
Toyota has got the most innovative culture. The brand reputation is valued at $30 billion. It is the industry leader in production and sales of cars due to its strong brand portfolio. Toyota is also becoming the leader in “green” cars development.
Weaknesses:
The hierarchical organizational structure and the secrecy in organizational culture are the only major weaknesses that can be found in Toyota Corporation.
Opportunities:
There are lots of opportunities for Toyota to shine even more, such as its positive attitude towards “green” vehicles, increasing fuel prices, and the changing needs of customers that drive Toyota always to be the first to come up with the newest ideas and designs.
Threats:
The new emission standards have been a threat to all car manufacturers, not only Toyota, as well as the continuous increase in raw material prices, and the intense competition of other car manufacturers.

Competitive Advantages
Toyota has something for everyone in terms of variety, shape and price. Safety is the most important aspect in Toyota, that’s why 1 million USD is being spent every hour for research and development for improving the 6 safety systems of the car and passenger. Toyota is also well known for its high quality and quick service, and the spare parts are affordable and available everywhere. Toyota has got the highest re-sell value among almost all car brands, and that is due to its durability, reliability and very high-quality vehicles.

Toyota’s Efforts is Sustainability, Innovation and Globalization
Toyota is contributing in making the environment healthier and greener, so the vehicles it manufactures are environment-friendly because it started using more natural resources. Studies showed that over 95% of waste was reduced, recycled and re-used in 2014, and with that Toyota managed to minimize the waste and energy, and maximize the efficiency of their cars. Toyota is also famous for its hybrids; cars that have fuel engines combined with electric motors. Over 2 million hybrids were sold in the USA last year. Toyota is the first to lead regarding innovation, it is aiming for a smart mobility society, so they invented the EV; an electric vehicle for one passenger that is totally battery based and doesn’t consume any fuel. Right now the EVs serve certain purposes only like in touristic areas and recreations but will soon invade the markets. Toyota’s plans in globalization are to globalize the quality and safety standards in all Toyota vehicles no matter where the vehicle is manufactured.

Toyota’s Financial Data
2015 is the most successful year in Toyota’s history during the last 10 years, keeping in mind that the year has not ended yet. The net revenues increased gradually from ¥18,994 billion in 2011 to ¥27,235 billion in 2015. The net income also increased from ¥284 billion in 2012 to ¥2,173 billion in 2015. The ROE (Return on Equity) showed an increase from 3.9% in 2012 to 13.9% in 2015. The Capital Investment has been increased gradually from ¥642 billion in 2011 to ¥1,177 billion in 2015. The R&D (Research & Development) Expenses has also increased gradually from ¥730 billion in 2011 to ¥1,005 billion in 2015.

Recommendations
Toyota committed to providing the customer with the highest quality vehicles, at the lowest possible costs, and in a timely manner. The spare parts distributors provide spare parts to dealers quickly, efficiently, and at low cost. It also successfully managed to pass the TMG’s ISO 9001/14001/50001 certifications. Based on all the facts mentioned above, we strongly recommend buying and investing in Toyota.

Assignment 1 and 3 -YOU TUBE VIDEO REFLECTIONS:

For this assignment choose one practice area, and review at least 3 videos that provide you an opportunity to see how an occupational therapist practices with clients in that area of practice. A list of Youtube videos is provided at the end of this course outline. You will see that some videos provide an overview of practice in a particular area and then provide videos of client interventions within the video.

For each video, your typed summary should include the following:
WHAT:
1.The title and link to each video that you observed
2.A brief description of the practice area and the type of settings which is depicted /described in the video.
A brief description of the client (s) and their diagnosis,
What did you observed the occupational therapist do in the video or what did the OT describe doing. In some videos, a client may describe what the OT did.

HOW:
1.How do you understand the OT intervention goals for the client (s)? (Refer to WEEK 1 handouts – OT Interventions / Intervention Approaches. State the Interventions and Intervention Approaches and why you chose them).
2.How do you understand the OT’s interaction or relationship with the client? How does the OT motivate a client(s)?
3.How do you understand a client or clients’ response to OT intervention?
4.How does what you observe relate to or contrast with your readings?
SUMMARY and INTEGRATION of LEARNING:

Describe what you learned about this practice area from the videos and your readings about this area of practice. In particular, describe:
a.Key concepts of occupational therapy practice that were discussed in class or described in your readings that you saw in action.
b.Facets of OT practice that you weren’t aware of before this assignment and reflection
c.Particular ideas or OT interventions that you found interesting and about which you want to learn more.
d.Anything that you observed or read that remains unclear to you and would like to discuss further in class.
GRADING CRITERIA: Assignments 1 & 3 will each count for 35% of your total grade for the course
1.Objective description of the setting, population, event.
2.Subjective reflection/processing of what you observed.
3.Discussion of the similarities/differences between observations and literature descriptions in the particular practice settings. Include a minimum of 2-3 references. APA guidelines.
4.Written presentation:
a)clarity
b)organization
c)analytical skills
d)concise summary
e)grammar/spelling
f)etc.
5.3-5 pages in length.

Hello so it is the same thing as the mental health for childeren videos. This time it will be on geriatric care. Choose three videos and then summarize what was applied in the video and what is learned in coursework from class.

Your third portfolio task is to describe and evaluate Spearman’s explanation of intelligence. Start with a referenced definition of intelligence, followed by an explanation of Spearman’s theory. You will need to explain the concept of ‘g’ or general intelligence that is biologically determined, and the concept of ‘s’ highlighting specific factors. It would make sense to consider how researchers have attempted to measure intelligence as a single construct (e.g. Binet, 1905) and IQ (Terman, 1906; Weschler, 1939). You should also mention Horn and Cattell’s (1963) explanation of ‘g’ as a two factor solution (fluid and crystallised intelligence). Include some mention of how IQ has been used to predict later success or achievement (i.e. job performance / skilled work).
For high level marks you should also consider material relating to the cross cultural applicability (or lack of) for IQ tests. You will score extra points if you can reference research in this area, such as research that has suggested race bias. You should also mention heredity studies and importance of environment in the expression of genes (think Range Reaction) and possibly the Flynn Effect. You should then discuss whether talent should be measured separately from the explanation given in Spearman’s theory (his ‘s’ factor). It is here you can mention researchers we look at in week 7, that have suggested that there are multiple intelligences (e.g. Thurstone, 1938; Sternberg, 1977; Gardner; 1983). Remember to compare the theories you include with Spearman’s theory, after all it is his theory you are evaluating. There are literally thousands of pieces of research looking at intelligence. You will do well to include at least one piece of recent research supporting your argument for / against Spearman’s theory. You will gain the most marks for being able to describe Spearman’s theory AND evaluating it by looking at other theories presented in research

 
So I’ll write down A work level information, and you can just follow that and make your proofreading, and make sure this is not an essay, this is a story.
Character: character(s) confront(s) a high stakes conflict or obstacle that challenges them externally and internally.

Character: Description and action give the reader a deep sense and empathy for the protagonist.

Character: Protagonist experiences a significant change with both outer (action) and inner (emotional/psychological) facets.

Character: Secondary characters are round and/or dynamic and come alive on the page.
Plot: Creative or unique approach to structure demonstrates a nuanced understanding of plot.
Plot: The beginning has an original hook, and pulls the reader in to the protagonist’s specific situation or obstacle.
Plot:The tipping/turning point or crisis leads to a surprising yet inevitable ending, which achieves resonance.
Plot: Conflicts is overt and drives narrative or some other element supplies narrative drive.

Narrative Time: The story smoothly navigates between scene(show) and summary(tell).
Narrative Time: Incorporate backstory and/or flashbacks unobtrusively.
Narrative Time: author creates a graceful or dynamic rhythm through the story.

Dialogue: adds a subtext, moves story forward and reveals character.

Description: sensory descriptions engage the reader throughout.
Description: figurative language enhances the story.

setting: Story has strong sense of place, both in terms of the micro-setting and macro-setting, that contributes to the overall meaning of the story.

Point of view: reflects a deep understanding of the point of view continuum and enhances the story.
Voice: A distinct narrative voice enhances the story.

Style:Command and control of the language is sophisticated. Style-sentence and syntax, word choice, concision, etc. -all contribute to substance.

Theme: The deeper meaning is shown subtly through journey, symbolism or self-reflection,
Theme: Captivates and involves the reader deeply by offering insight into the truths of the human experience, conveyed via the craft elements.

Grammar: Language is clean and correct with no more then a few typos.

Title: an original Title engages the reader and supports story’s purpose and style.

Revision: Demonstrates evidence of risk-taking.
Revision: story is polished enough to be submitted for potential publication.

About the story, connect the title and the story, clear main character, make sure character development, make sure use five sense to describe event, sets, and places, don’t forget to add alittle character describe, like, what does it look like or smell like ?
making sure that what kind of relationships are involved and why?
who is the protagonist? what do they look like? what do they do? what do they say?

Time line is important and chronicle

making sure that mother and father conflict or Narrator and family conflict

short story don’t need alot exposition.

Making sure that this is not an essay, This is story, and you have to have specific story in this story to show your events or main character’s changes!

Describe a problem you’ve solved or a problem you’d like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma-anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution.(650 words)

 
Read Scenario 15, “The Strategic Planning Process,” in Practicing the Art of Leadership: A Problem-Based Approach to Implementing the ISLCC Standards.

Then, in the “Deepening Your Understanding” section on the Practicing the Art of Leadership

After selecting the best answer for each of the questions, use reflective questions at the end of Scenario 15: The Strategic Planning Process in the textbook to write a scenario analysis of 500-750 words.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is required.

 
I have attached a rubric my paper MUST follow so you can build on my study and another paper as an example. I have also included a sample transcription of the interviews and self-reported observations. Please read my paper carefully and ensure it is aligned with chapters 1-3 . Chapter 4 and 5 you will develop.
Chapter 4: is Results and finding
Chapter 5:Summary, conclusions, implications, and recommendations.

I need combined 45 pages between section 4 and section 5 along with a reference page.

The themes emerged from my research are: 1.social media/internet
2.TV
3. Video games
4. Lack of parental support
5. Lack of school resources due to budget cuts
6.Lack of community involvement.

The study consisted of 9 Teachers. Which must be reflective throughout the paper.

I AM REQUESTING AN AMERICAN ENGLISH WRITER

 
please find for me 5 Definition of Terms from Article not from dictionary for my research
Academic Stress:
Marital Stress:
Marital Satisfaction:
International Student:
Stress:
Marriage:
my topic is Academic stress and its relationship with marital satisfaction by international student
just I need Definition of Terms. from article

 
In 1961, FCC Chairman Newton Minow said that TV was failing its audience; that it had become a “Vast Wasteland.” In 1982, FCC chairman Mark Fowler said that TV was simply ” a Toaster with picture,” with no special responsibilities to consumers. Compare and contrast these two views of the medium. What prompted Minow to criticize the industry so harshly? What reforms, if any, came about during this tenure at the FCC? What changes in FCC policy, if any, came about Fowlers’s time at the FCC? In each view, what does pitman to say that broadcasting should serve “the public interest”? Which philosophy, in your opinion, best serves the public interest? Be sure to explore the concepts of media regulation, deregulation, and self-regulation.

All Sources must be cited, Whenever you quote, paraphrase, or summarize.