Every Number needs to be at least 300 words in it.1 -How important is it for a project manager running an IT project to have technical skills in the technology being used in the project he or she is running? Explain. What are the skills necessary to be an effective project manager? Elaborate. Define the project management triple constraint and explain its significance to project managers. As an IT project manager, how do these impact your projects? Describe two projects you have worked on previously either during an internship, in class, or as a full-time employee. Describe one project that went well and why and describe one project that didn’t go very well and why. In the summary, explain why you believe IT projects have a poor success rate.2- Select one of the articles/videos to review in the Resources Section of this week. Explain the highlights. Explain the waterfall model as a SDLC methodology, as well as its advantages and disadvantages. List and define the three interrelated components of a systems approach. Describe the relationship between the project management life cycle (PMLC) and the system development life cycle (SDLC) and how they work together.3- Explain the importance of the project charter. Why is this document critical to a project? What information should be contained in a charter? How do and can organizations make decisions when selecting whether or not to pursue a project OR to choose between competing potential projects? Please describe methods, models, tools, and techniques. Are any of these approaches better than others – why or why not? What are the underlying factors that govern these decisions? Define a “stakeholder” and give examples from YOUR IT experience or background. When should you identify project stakeholders? Would you involve all stakeholders early in the defining and planning processes even if they are very disruptive and cause delays? Why or why not? Why is it important to manage stakeholder expectations? How can you do this? Describe techniques and tools? What is a key thing you can do early in a project life cycle to be proactive in managing stakeholder expectations?4- Develop a WBS using Word, Excel or Project, with at least two levels of detail for the complete hardware upgrade of the universitiy’s computers in the lab. Be sure to identify critical success factors. The good news: You have been promoted into a project leader position. The bad news: The software development team you need to manage has been having problems with missed deadliness and morale. In addition to this, tracking requirements for the project had been difficult. The previous team leader was fired for not being able to get things turned around. The team is made up of 15 developers, all very well trained and with several years of experience. Four of them are from India on a sponsored visa, and the other 11 are U.S. citizens from various parts of the country. The team pulled together from various parts of the organization to complete a large addition to the company web site. What are you going to do to get things turned around? List some tactics you will use to get the individuals to work better as a team and to begin meeting deadlines.5- Write a scope statement for a project that would outfit Friends Universities 75 computers in the labs complete with connectivity, hardware and software. The project would be completed over the summer. Make assumptions as needed. Research is required.6- RISK MANAGEMENT:a) What is “risk management” and why is it important in the IT project environment?b) Does it make sense to spend time and effort to plan for events or occurrences that many never occur – why or why not?c) Discuss any approaches, tools, or techniques we have covered in prior courses that may be helpful in assessing and identifying risks.d) How can communication help in identifying AND managing risk? Give an example from your personal or professional experience.

Critical Thinking AssignmentPurpose: To practice becoming an informed and critical citizen by researching social concerns and taking an informed stance with respect to a particular issue.undefinedTasksundefinedPhase 1: CT1 (Critical Thinking 1), CT2, and CT3undefinedPhase 2: Critical Thinking PaperundefinedPhase 1 Due by 11:59 p.m. Friday, April 2nd.undefinedCT1)Starting point: google “Violence at Berkeley and Freedom of Speech” and “Speech As a Form of Violence”undefinedIn case you do not understand what is being considered, perhaps this is one time where Wikipedia could be helpful. Actually, there are a number of sources in the article that could be useful.undefinedhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2017_Berkeley_protestsundefinedThe Berkeley story and what happened regarding a speech by the provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos is a test case for what is ethical and what is not ethical when it comes to protest.undefinedPotential pro-con questions to deal with:undefinedCan “speech” be used as a form of violence? Should “free speech” be limited on college campuses? Is physical violence a proper response to “speech violence”? Or create your own question in relation to this topic (You might want to ask me if you want to create your own question).undefinedCT2)Research and find at least one legitimate (reputable and informed) source to support a pro/for position to your question. Properly (using MLA) cite the source. Write a paragraph for the citation (the cited source) outlining and explaining the argument (reasons and evidence) for the position.undefinedCT3)Research and find at least one legitimate (reputable and informed) source con/against position to your question. Properly (using MLA) cite the source. Write a paragraph for the citation (each cited source) outlining and explaining the argument (reasons and evidence) for the position.undefinedSome reputable sources that might assist you in this research (Use these as your reputable sources):undefinedCQ Researcher: Each report has its own pro-con section.These provide quality considerations of questions.undefinedFree Speech on Campus: Where should colleges draw the line? http://library.cqpress.com.northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/cqresearcher/cqresrre2015050800undefinedCitizen Protests: Do mass demonstrations lead to policy changes? http://library.cqpress.com.northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/cqresearcher/cqresrre2018010500undefinedThis report has a specific section titled “should controversial speakers be denied platforms?”undefinedIssues and Controversies: Supporters argue- Opponents argueundefinedPolitical Correctness on College Campuses: Should Colleges Strive for Political Correctness? https://northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://icof-infobaselearning-com.northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/recordurl.aspx?wid=99121&ID=14958undefinedProtest Movements: Are protest movements effective ways of bringing about social and political change? https://northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://icof-infobaselearning-com.northeastlakeviewcollege.idm.oclc.org/recordurl.aspx?wid=99121&ID=1686undefinedOpposing Viewpoints in ContextundefinedBeing Heard on Campus; There’s Free Speech and there’s freely speaking https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A169090854/OVIC?u=txshracd2907&sid=OVIC&xid=2a9331f9undefinedCampus ‘free speech bill’ to get second look https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A527606696/OVIC?u=txshracd2907&sid=OVIC&xid=90220651undefinedMillennial College Students Have Legitimate Grievances https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/HMKHEL011256610/OVIC?u=txshracd2907&sid=OVIC&xid=56ec3381undefinedWarn of Deepening Free-Speech Crisis on College Campuses: https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A554600619/OVIC?u=txshracd2907&sid=OVIC&xid=bec01817undefinedArticles: Supportive of physical violence against speech violence:undefinedhttp://www.dailycal.org/2017/02/07/violence-self-defense/

PurposeThe purpose of this assignment is to apply hypersensitivity pathophysiological concepts to explain assessment findings of a patient with Allergic Rhinitis. Students will examine all aspects of the patient’s assessment including: Chief Complaint (CC), History of Present Illness (HPI), Past Medical History (PMH), Family History (FH), Social History (SH), Review of Systems (ROS), and Medications and then answer the questions that follow on the provided Comprehensive Case Study template.Activity Learning OutcomesThrough this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to:Analyze the case to arrive at the type of hypersensitivity reaction that the patient is exhibiting. (CO1)Explain the pathophysiology of the identified hypersensitivity reaction. (CO1)Identify all subjective and objective information provided in the case. (CO3)Explain, using pathophysiology, the rationale for each subjective and objective finding. (CO1, CO3)Identify two types of medications that are strongly recommended for the treatment of allergic rhinitis according to the clinical practice guidelines on the management of allergic rhinitis. (CO2, CO5)Explain the mechanism of action of the two medication classifications and include how the symptoms of allergic rhinitis are alleviated when taken. (CO2, CO5)Due Date: Sunday by 11:59 PM MT of Week 1Total Points Possible: 100Requirements:Content Criteria:Read the case study listed below.Refer to the rubric for grading requirements.Utilizing the Week 1 Case Study Template (Links to an external site.), provide your responses to the case study questions listed below.You must use at least one scholarly reference to provide pathophysiology statements. For this class, use of the textbook for pathophysiology statements is acceptable. You may also use an appropriate evidence-based journal.You must use the Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) for the management of allergic rhinitis to answer the treatment recommendation questions. The guideline can be found at the following web address: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0194599814561600 (Links to an external site.) .You may also use a medication administration reference such as Epocrates to provide medication names.Proper APA format (in-text citations, reference page, spelling, English language, and grammar) must be used.Case Study ScenarioA 35-year-old woman presents to the primary care office with a history of nasal congestion that has worsened over time and recurrent sinus infections. She considered herself healthy until about 12 months ago when she began experiencing rhinorrhea, sneezing, and nasal stuffiness that “seems to never go away”. She noticed that her rhinorrhea greatly improved when she attended her family reunion on a two-week Caribbean cruise but returned after being home a few days. She lives with her husband and 5- year-old child. They have two household pets: a dog that has lived with them for the last 4 years and a cat who joined the family 1 year ago. Upon exam, the NP observed eyelid redness and swelling, conjunctival swelling and erythema, allergic shiners (lower lid venous swelling), Allergic crease (lateral crease on the nose) and inflamed nares.Case Study QuestionsPathophysiology & Clinical Findings of the DiseaseIdentify the correct hypersensitivity reaction.Explain the pathophysiology associated with the chosen hypersensitivity reaction.Identify at least three subjective findings from the case.Identify at least three objective findings from the case.Management of the Disease*Utilize the required Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) to support your treatment recommendations.Identify two strongly recommended medication classes for the treatment of the condition and provide an example (drug name) for each.Describe the mechanism of action for each of the medication classes identified above.Identify two treatment options that are NOT recommended (I.e., recommended against).

Major Writing Project 1: Who are you as a writer?Please write a multi-paragraph essay describing yourself as a writer. View yourself through two lenses: first, describe how you move through your own writing process; then, tell me how you see yourself as a writer, in terms of your past (hindrances, disappointments, challenges, successes, fluency) and future (improvements, plans, goals). I will serve as your primary audience, your classmates will become part of your audience as well. Your purpose is to examine your writing self- truthfully and then describe the results of that examination to me and your classmates. The context for this assignment is our writing course, but the assignment will serve to provide you and me with a current snapshot of you as a writer: Where you are – and where you’re going – as a writer is important to your success in this course. I am interested in your view of yourself as a writer, but I realize that your development as a reader may play an important part in your development as a writer. Feel free to interweave important moments in your reading history as well, if doing so strengthens your essay. The following questions (or prompts) may help with the invention of your essay, but they won’t help you much with the organization (or arrangement). Many students feel more comfortable as chronological writers, but that organizational pattern may not be the best one for you. Prompts: 1. How do you go about understanding the writing assignment? 2. How do you typically prepare for a writing assignment? Describe the steps you take, including rereading the assignment, asking questions about it, talking to instructors or friends, jotting down ideas, gathering information, and so on. How far in advance of the due date do you usually begin working on the assignment? 3. What is your ideal place to write? Would it be solitary and silent or noisy and crowded or just a little of both? Describe the places you’ll actually be doing your writing for this course and then discuss their suitability for you. 4. Describe your typical drafting or writing process. Do you finish a draft in one sitting, or do you need to take breaks? When you get stuck, what do you do to get moving again? Is your process efficient? Are there specific steps you could take to improve your efficiency? What does revising mean to you? Do you ever revise, and if so, what specifically do you do when you revise (insert, delete, move around information, check punctuation; proofread for typos and misspellings)? Why do you revise (or not revise)? 5. Finally, how do you respond to the evaluation of your writing? What do you read first – the grade itself or the teacher’s comments? Do you want an explanation for your grade immediately, or do you understand how you earned that grade? Do you refer back to your teacher’s comments or previous assignments as you work on your current assignments? Lastly: For this essay, I need you to write a closed-form essay, meaning you need have a thesis statement with your three points or reasons. Use at least 2-3 of these questions/promps to help you write that thesis statement. Since this a personal reflection, you may use the first person.For this draft you must write 500-700 words.Keep in mind:This paper needs to have a direct thesis statement mentioned in the last sentence of the first paragraph. Next, mention in the thesis of this essay what you think is good writing? You need to have three supporting details; one of those details needs to answer the question: what is good writing in your own words? This is a separate sentence in the thesis. Use MLA formatting and Style where you: Paginate. Write your last name and page number on the top, right-hand side. Include Your Student Name and Prof Info in MLA formatting and Style. Resources to read: https://annhandley.com/9-qualities-of-good-writing… https://www.grammarly.com/blog/good-writing/

ScenarioYou are the owner of a small business, Julian’s Car Repair. You start work each day by checking your office mail. As you look through the mail, you come to a letter from the bank that your business works closely with. You are notified that your net income has decreased significantly from last month.Recently, there has been an increase in unanticipated expenses for your repair shop. Unfortunately, an active hurricane season has severely impacted the oil refineries and caused the price of oil to spike. To further affect your situation, recent tariffs have caused the cost of steel to increase. Because of this, your suppliers have increased the cost of their auto parts and have begun charging extra to deliver the parts.Because of these changes, the bank has showed concern for your business. You have a meeting with the senior investment officer next week to discuss continuing your business’s line of credit with the bank. As the owner, you will need to analyze your financial statements and write a proposal to the senior investment officer that identifies the areas that need improvement and includes a plan to improve your business’s financial performance. Money Lender Bank1,000 Washington St.Seattle, WA 12345August 3, 2018Attn: Julian’s Car Repair FINANCIAL NOTIFICATION: REPLY REQUIREDAccount No. 12345678 To whom it may concern,Please be informed that your recent financials show a significant change from June 1st to July 31st. You are receiving this notification to ensure the requirements for your line of credit continue to be met. Please contact me to schedule a meeting so we can work together and discuss your business’s finances.Sincerely,Marcus L. JamesMarcus L. JamesSenior Investment OfficerDirectionsProposal to the Bank Investment Officer: You share the letter you received from the bank with your accountant and they suggest a meeting to discuss how to prepare an effective proposal to maintain your line of credit. In your meeting with your accountant, you gain the following insight and are given the following recommendations:Analysis: Your accountant explains that it is your responsibility to constantly monitor financial activities of your business. You will need to analyze your financial statements to determine the current state of your business. Specifically, a successful proposal will include a financial analysis that addresses the following:Analyze the appropriate line items for each financial statement (income statement, statement of equity, and balance sheet). Consider what information each financial statement provides regarding the financial performance of your business.Use your financial statements to assess the business’s current financial state. Consider what the financial statements say about the strengths and weaknesses of your business, and identify any areas of concern.Action Plan: Your accountant explains that you will need to come prepared to discuss the changes you plan to make to improve your situation. Consider how you can use the financial information to control and monitor your business. Your accountant recommends that you be proactive and wants you to include a plan of action in your proposal to discuss with the investment officer. The plan of action should addresses the following:
Propose operational changes that will improve business performance. For instance, should you increase your prices? Should you look for new vendors? Does it make sense to tighten your credit policies?Using your analysis of the financial information, explain the reasoning behind your proposed managerial decisions.What to SubmitFor this project, you must submit the following:Proposal to the Bank Investment OfficerYou will submit a proposal that includes an analysis of your financial statements and an action plan to implement operational changes to your business. Your proposal must be 750 to 1,250 words in length (plus a cover page and references).