Organizing an Exploratory EssayAn exploratory paper is, in essence, a retrospective of your writing and thinking process as you work through a social problem. It describes when, how, and why you completed certain types of research. This kind of writing is about how you work through problems that require writing and research. You will have to be introspective and think about your thinking process in order for your essay to turn out well.Very roughly, then, your exploratory paper may follow this sort of structure: IntroductionThe introduction should outline the problem you explored and why it’s important. In addition, you should briefly discuss 1) some of the problem’s possible causes; 2) the institutions and people involved with the problem; 3) some of the possible solutions to the problem. A brief overview of the types of sources your researched during your inquiry. Body ParagraphsBody paragraphs should discuss the inquiry process you followed to research your problem. These paragraphs should include the following:Introduction of sources (title, author, type of media, publisher, publication date, etc.) and why you chose to use each in your exploration;Important information you found in the sources regarding your problem;Why the information is important and dependable in relation to the problem;Some personal introspection on how the sources helped you, allowed you to think differently about the problem, or even fell short of your expectations and led you in a new direction in your research. ConclusionThe conclusion should restate the problem you explored, outline some of its possible causes, review the institutions and people involved, and highlight some possible solutions. If you still have any questions about the problem (and it’s ok to have some), you will discuss them here. Talk about why you think you still have questions regarding the problem you explored, where you might look to answer these questions, and what other forms of research you would have to do.Requirements for Step 3:Building on the previous parts of the assignment, write a 5 page research paper, 12 pt., typed, and double spaced.The paper should address these central questions:What is the social problem?Who claims it is a problem, what are their claims, and why are they claiming the issue as a social problem? Are there competing claims about the nature and extent of the social problem?How well does existing empirical evidence support these claims?What does the evidence tell us about who is affected by the problem? What are the causes and/or consequences of the problem?What solutions are being proposed to address the problem?You need to have a work cited page. The paper will be graded for both content and writing quality. Please re-read, proofread, and revise your work before turning it in.RubricSOCI-102 Social Problems Exploratory Paper STEP 3: Final Paper rubricsSOCI-102 Social Problems Exploratory Paper STEP 3: Final Paper rubricsCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClear definition and explanation of the problem20 to >16.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveClearly defines explains problem.16 to >13.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveAdequately defines and explains the problem.13 to >9.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectivePoorly defines explains the problem.9 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectiveFails to define and/or explain the problem.20 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGenerate ideas, and/or, explore possibilities about the causes and consequences of a social problem, and considers alternative approaches to solving a social problem20 to >16.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveDemonstrates the ability to generate and explore a wide range of ideas about the causes and consequences of a social problem and considers a range of alternatives approaches to solving a social problem.16 to >13.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveDemonstrates the ability to explore a reasonably wide range of ideas about the causes and consequences of a social problem and considers some alternative approaches to solving a social problem.13 to >9.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectiveDemonstrates minimal ability to explore, and consider a range of ideas about the causes and consequences of a social problem and considers few alternative approaches to solving a social problem.9 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectiveUnable to demonstrate the ability to explore and consider a range and number of ideas about the causes and consequences of a social problem and fails to consider alternative approaches to solving a social problem.20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGE.CCT.2Generating ideas, exploring possibilities, and considering alternativesthreshold: 3.0 pts4 ptsExceeds Objective | Demonstrates ability to generate, explore, and consider a wide range and number of ideas, possibilities, and alternatives.3 ptsMeets Objective | Demonstrates ability to generate, explore, and consider a reasonably wide range and number of ideas, possibilities, and alternatives.2 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet Objective | Demonstrates minimal ability to generate, explore, and consider a range and number of ideas, possibilities, and alternatives.1 ptsDoes Not Meet Objective | Unable to demonstrate the ability to generate, explore, and consider a range and number of ideas, possibilities, and alternatives.–This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalyze and evaluate ideas about the causes and consequences of social problems20 to >16.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveThoroughly analyzes and evaluates ideas about the causes and consequences of social problems.16 to >13.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveAnalyzes and evaluates ideas about the causes and consequences of social problems.13 to >9.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectiveInadequately analyzes and evaluates ideas about the causes and consequences of social problems.9 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectiveFails to analyze and evaluate ideas about the causes and consequences of social problems.20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGE.CCT.3Analyzing and evaluating ideas or outcomesthreshold: 3.0 pts4 ptsExceeds Objective | Examines ideas or outcomes in significant depth and makes distinguished judgments3 ptsMeets Objective | Examines ideas or outcomes in some depth and makes reasonable judgments2 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet Objective | Examines ideas or outcomes with insufficient depth, or makes barely reasonable judgments1 ptsDoes Not Meet Objective | Unable to examine ideas or outcomes with any depth, or makes unreasonable judgments–This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplies the sociological imagination to a critical analysis of social problems20 to >16.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveDemonstrates considerable intellectual agility in connecting social and historical forces with social problems.16 to >13.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveDemonstrates some intellectual agility in connecting social and historical forces with social problems.13 to >9.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectiveDemonstrates minimal intellectual agility in connecting social and historical forces to with social problems.9 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectiveUnable to demonstrate minimal intellectual agility in connecting social and historical forces with social problem.20 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGE.CCT.4Applying information and ideas to other contextsthreshold: 3.0 pts4 ptsExceeds Objective | Demonstrates considerable intellectual agility in transferring knowledge or connecting disparate ideas3 ptsMeets Objective | Demonstrates some intellectual agility in transferring knowledge or connecting disparate ideas2 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet Objective | Demonstrates minimal intellectual agility in transferring knowledge or connecting disparate ideas1 ptsDoes Not Meet Objective | Unable to demonstrate any intellectual agility in transferring knowledge or connecting disparate ideas–This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBibliography and Citations10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveWell organized bibliography and proper citations using APA style of citation.8 to >6.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveWell organized bibliography and proper citations although there are some errors.6 to >4.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectiveBibliography is not well organized and/or there are significant errors with the citations.4 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectivePaper lacks a proper bibliography or in text citations.10 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Quality10 to >8.0 ptsExceeds ObjectiveA properly structured essay with no grammatical errors in the writing.8 to >6.0 ptsMeets ObjectiveA properly structured essay with few grammatical errors in the writing.6 to >4.0 ptsDoes Not Fully Meet ObjectiveA properly structured essay with some grammatical errors in the writing.4 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet ObjectiveThe essay has some structural errors and/or contains many grammatical errors in the writing.10 ptsTotal Points: 100PreviousNext

The purpose of this assignment is to build on the presentation developed in part 1. Parts 1 and 2 will be submitted as a PowerPoint presentation that contains thorough speaker notes. After students have received faculty feedback on Parts 1 and 2, It entails students linking the pathophysiological alterations at the tissue, organ and system levels to the patient’s presenting signs and symptoms. Students will also describe how the disease is diagnosed and the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for disease management. Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to: Develop professional presentation/communication skills. Link development of presenting signs and symptoms of disease to changes to tissue, organ and system functioning. (CO 3) Describe how the disease is diagnosed (CO 1, 2) Describe pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for disease management (CO 4) Requirements:Content Criteria: Link changes in the tissue, organ, and system functioning to the initial presenting signs and symptoms seen in primary care of the disease. Provide a brief description of how the disease is diagnosed. Provide a brief description of the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions used to treat and manage the disease. Summarizes the disease on the final slide with concluding remarks; includes implication for nurse practitioner practice. Utilizes at least two current (within 5 years), peer-review scholarly sources to support presentation content. Reference slide and in-text citations depict references correctly cited according to APA. Format Criteria: The presentation should include a PowerPoint presentation that contains detailed speaker notes. The presentation contain main heading slides that address the assignment criteria listed above. The presentation should contain appropriate evidence to support the information presented per APA format. Slides should be used as cues to topics and key concepts without lengthy sentences and paragraphs The presentation should contain a reference slide with all sources written in APA format PowerPoint Tips to ensure a professional and organized presentation: All font types, size, and color should be the same throughout the presentation The Title slide should contain: student name, course, professor and title of the presentation Avoid putting too much information in the slides. Use bullets to highlight main points and then use speaker notes to provide more specifics related to the slide content The use of pictures and figures are encouraged, however, avoid overcrowding the slides with pictures and figures Follow the rubric requirements in chronological order to ensure an organized flow of content Use proper background color so there is good contrast between font color and background ASSIGNMENT CONTENT Category Points % Description Application of Course Knowledge 35 35% The presentation includes all required concepts: Links changes in the tissue, organ and system functioning to the initial presenting signs symptoms. Provides a brief description of how the disease is diagnosed. Provides a brief description of the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions used in disease management. Explains the role of the nurse practitioner in diagnosing and managing the disease Support from Evidence-Based Practice 30 30% Assignment content is supported with appropriate, scholarly sources; AND Sources are published within the last 5 years (unless it is the most current clinical practice guideline (CPG); AND Reference list is provided on reference slide(s) at the end of the presentation match; AND In-text citations are included on slides where appropriate Summary of Main Points Highlighted in the Presentation 25 25% Provides a summary slide at the end of the presentation States the name of the assigned disease Main points are highlighted that clearly reflects coverage of all assignment criteria related to the assigned disease Highlights the role of the nurse practitioner in diagnosis and management of the assigned disease Professionalism/ Organization 5 5% Presentation format flows in a logical, smooth manner, utilizing no more than 8-10 slides, including reference slides Slides are developed using main headings that reflect the assignment topics Slides contain clear bullet points Slides are used as cues to topics and key concepts without lengthy sentences and paragraphs 95 95% Total CONTENT Points= 95 pts ASSIGNMENT FORMAT Category Points % Description Grammar, Syntax, APA 5 5% APA format, grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation are accurate, or with zero to one errors. 5 5% Total FORMAT Points= 5 pts ASSIGNMENT TOTAL=100 points RubricNR507 Disease Process Pres_Pt2 Sept19NR507 Disease Process Pres_Pt2 Sept19CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of Course Knowledge1. Links changes in the tissue, organ and system functioning to the initial presenting signs symptoms.2. Provides a brief description of how the disease is diagnosed.3. Provides a brief description of the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions used in disease management.4. Explains the role of the nurse practitioner in diagnosing and managing the disease35 ptsExcellentThe presentation includes all required elements32 ptsV. Good1 required element is missing29 ptsSatisfactory2 required elements are missing18 ptsNeeds Improvement3 required elements are missing0 ptsUnsatisfactoryAll required elements are missing35 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport from Evidence-Based Practice1 Assignment content is supported with appropriate, scholarly sources; AND2 Sources are published within the last 5 years (unless it is the most current clinical practice guideline (CPG); AND3 Reference list is provided on reference slide(s) at the end of the presentation match; AND4 In-text citations are included on slides where appropriate30 ptsExcellentThe presentation includes all required elements27 ptsV. Good1 required element is missing24 ptsSatisfactory2 required elements are missing15 ptsNeeds Improvement3 required elements are missing0 ptsUnsatisfactoryAll required elements are missing30 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of Main Points Highlighted in the Presentation1. Provides a summary slide at the end of the presentation2. States the name of the assigned disease3. Main points are highlighted that clearly reflects coverage of all assignment criteria related to the assigned disease4. Highlights the role of the nurse practitioner in diagnosis and management of the assigned disease25 ptsExcellentThe presentation includes all required elements23 ptsV. Good1 required element is missing20 ptsSatisfactory2 required elements are missing13 ptsNeeds Improvement3 required elements are missing0 ptsUnsatisfactoryAll required elements are missing25 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessionalism/ Organization1. Presentation format flows in a logical, smooth manner, utilizing no more than 8-10 slides, including reference slides2. Slides are developed using main headings that reflect the assignment topics3. Slides contain clear bullet points4. Slides are used as cues to topics and key concepts without lengthy sentences and paragraphs5 ptsExcellentThe presentation includes all required elements4 ptsV. Good1 required element is missing3 ptsSatisfactory2 required elements are missing2 ptsNeeds Improvement3 required elements are missing0 ptsUnsatisfactoryAll required elements are missing5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Spelling, Syntax, APAAPA format, grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation are accurate, or with zero to one errors.5 ptsExcellentGrammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation are accurate, or with zero to one error.4 ptsV. Good2-4 errors in grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation noted3 ptsSatisfactory5-7 errors in grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation noted2 ptsNeeds Improvement8-9 errors in grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation noted0 ptsUnsatisfactoryPresentation contains ten or greater errors in grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation noted or repeatedly makes the same errors after faculty feedback5 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLate penalty deductionsStudents are expected to submit assignments by the time they are due. Assignments submitted after the due date and time will receive a deduction of 10% of the total points possible for that assignment for each day the assignment is late. Assignments will be accepted, with penalty as described, up to a maximum of three days late, after which point a zero will be recorded for the assignment. Quizzes and discussions are not considered assignments and are not part of the late assignment policy.0 ptsManual Deductions0 ptsManual Deductions0 ptsTotal Points: 100

In this assignment, you will conduct a written case analysis related to TESLA MOTORS’ business model and competitive advantage and provide insights into challenges and opportunities for the sustainability of the company. The goal is to demonstrate your ability to evaluate how competitive business strategies and forces influence, and analyzing its financial and performance statements can predict a company’s future financial success.
Program Competencies
Global
Institutional Environment
Program Learning Outcomes
PLO6-Integrate management best practices and tools to analyze a management problem in a given organization or community considering both the institutional and global environments.
Course Learning Outcomes 
Apply analytical frameworks and techniques to diagnose the firm’s competitive position and core competencies, assess alternative plans of action, and predict the consequences of specific decision options.
Enhance the ability to communicate concisely and persuasively both orally and in writing.
Assignment Description (WHAT)
For this paper read the Case “TESLA MOTORS”. Then respond to the questions below and submit your paper through Turnitin.
Respond to the first set of questions using as time frame the period of the case (i.e. the time when the case was written). Imagine to be a consultant at the time of the case, and refer to the data:
1.What do you think of Tesla’s entry strategy? What barriers did it have to overcome?
2.Let’s look at Tesla’s profitability. What do the numbers say? Is Tesla profitable? Does it have a competitive advantage? Motivate your responses.
Now, look at Tesla today, exploring sources outside of the case:
3.How are they doing today?
4.How do you expect Tesla’s position to evolve by the end of 2025?  What can Tesla do to prevent imitation or entry?
Format/Submission Information
The written case analysis will be submitted as a TurnitIn assignment. The case analysis paper must be double-spaced with 1 inch margins on all sides. Scoring of your case analysis will be based on the attached rubric. Your submission should be approximately. 1500 words. Exhibits should be in the Appendix and not in the body of the paper. Use exhibits and charts as necessary to support your analysis. As appropriate, responses to the above questions must include relevant quoted material with citation with page number from the Thompson (2016) and/or the Tesla Case study to support your explanation.
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Analyze and discuss the impact of Tesla’s entry strategy.
Q1 – What do you think of Tesla’s entry strategy? A. What barriers did it have to overcome?
Use quoted or paraphrased material with citation and page number from the case study or the textbook as well as exhibits and charts as necessary to support your analysis.
Comprehensively explains what Tesla’s entry strategy is and correctly explain all of the barriers it had to overcome, with examples from potential and current competitors. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, and a masterful level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Explains what Tesla’s entry strategy is and explain some of the barriers it had to overcome. The analysis displays a basic level of understanding of the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Explain at a superficial level what Tesla’s entry strategy is and describe one or two barriers it had to overcome.
The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, at a lower than expected level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Does not or inaccurately explains what Tesla’s entry strategy is. No mention of the barriers it had to overcome. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, at a below an expected level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
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Analyze Tesla’s financial and operation status and predict its future status.
Q2 – Let’s look at Tesla’s profitability. What do the numbers say? Is Tesla profitable? Does it have a competitive advantage? Motivate your responses.
Use quoted or paraphrased material with citation and page number from the case study or the textbook as well as exhibits and charts as necessary to support your analysis.
Comprehensively explains Tesla’s current and future financial situation including its competitive advantage, future prospects as to changes to its competitive advantage and its revenue or operational costs. Response included references to the appropriate financial statements, quoted material from the Tesla Motors case. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, and a masterful level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Superficially explains Tesla’s current and future financial situation including its competitive advantage, future prospects as to changes to its competitive advantage and its revenue or operational costs. Response included references to the appropriate financial statements, quoted material from the Tesla Motors case. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, and an expected level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Does not adequately explain Tesla’s current and future financial situation including its competitive advantage, future prospects as to changes to its competitive advantage and its revenue or operational costs. Response included references to the appropriate financial statements, quoted material from the Tesla Motors case. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, and a lower than expected level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
Does not or inaccurately explains Tesla’s current and future financial situation including its competitive advantage, future prospects as to changes to its competitive advantage and its revenue or operational costs. Response included references to the appropriate financial statements, quoted material from the Tesla Motors case. The analysis displays depth, breadth, logic, and a below an expected level of understanding the facts of the case and the ability to apply relevant concepts and an understanding of those concepts.
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Looking at the future.
Q3 – How are they doing today?
Q4 – How do you expect Tesla’s position to evolve by the end of 2025?  What can Tesla do to prevent imitation or entry?
Use quoted or paraphrased material with citation and page number from the case study or the textbook as well as exhibits and charts as necessary to support your analysis.
Comprehensively explains the current financial and operational situation analyzing appropriate sources and offering a recommendation based on evidences. Discuss what Tesla should do to position itself for the future, and whether Tesla can prevent imitation or entry by competitors. It displays depth, breadth, logic, and a masterful level of understanding of the current and future dynamics.
Explains the current financial and operational situation quoting appropriate sources. Discuss what Tesla should do to position itself for the future, and whether Tesla can prevent imitation or entry by competitors. It displays depth, breadth, logic, and a masterful level of understanding of the current and future dynamics.
Offers a personal opinion on how  Tesla is doing today, what it should do to position itself for the future, and whether Tesla can prevent imitation or entry by competitors, without offering data to corroborate the analysis. Or, if data is presented, it comes from non-authoritative sources.
Does not explain what Tesla should do to position itself for the future, and whether Tesla can prevent imitation or entry by competitors. Response did not include references to the appropriate financial statements or to any external source.
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Quality of the overall analysis and explanation of the issues relevant to each of the questions
Demonstrates extensive exploration of issues through the collection and analysis of evidence to make well-informed conclusions/judgments.
Demonstrates adequate exploration of issues through the collection and analysis of evidence to make informed conclusions/judgments.
Demonstrates minimal exploration of issues through the collection and analysis of evidence to make informed conclusions/judgments.
Does not demonstrate  minimal exploration of issues through the collection and analysis of evidence and unable to make informed conclusions/judgments.

DISCUSSION 1 (JOIN)77 unread replies.77 replies.GENERAL DISCUSSION BOARD PROTOCOL (READ FIRST!)Purpose: The board is a chance for you to express your own opinions and personalities, as long as you’re clearly responding to the assigned topic. I want everyone to feel their opinions are respected and equally valid (whether you consider yourself a “good” writer or not), so as long as you do this to my satisfaction, you’ll likely get full credit. You must write on two of the prompts assigned here (materials include the essays, lyrics, films, etc.). That way you’re always involved in a discussion at least two different topics. Feel free to post images, linked articles, etc. I might award extra points to clever and relevant links. But please – no tired memes or tweets, and absolutely nothing cruel or off-color. Task: Write two separate comments on your chosen topics. First, choose one of the numbered options (three, in this case) and write a coherent and reflective consideration of the particular topic. This initial post must be at least 200 words and must include a word count at the end. Treat it like a short essay; this is your major statement on one aspect of what we’ve studied so far.Title your post (always) with a reference to the name(s) of the article or a brief summary of the content, so people know at a glance your focus (e.g., “My response to Frederick Douglass,” “My reaction to Amistad,” etc.). You can be creative, but the intent and subject should always be clear. Once this first comment posted, it will allow the board to open and connect you with your peers. See what they have to say.Then respond (at least 50 words each) to a second topic (you can be briefer here) and to one student post. These peer responses might be a means for you to comment on a topic you haven’t previously written on (a third topic!) or react to a very different interpretation than your own. Either way, you should be sympathetic to and interested in what your peers have to say, and it should be clear from your response that you’ve read/viewed the material in question. Frivolous, mocking, fake, or obviously undeveloped responses will earn No Credit.Criteria: Style, clarity, and content matter!All materials referred to in the prompts are in the previous modules(1a & 1b, in this case). Review them before writing. You’re expected to read all topics and materials, which are testable on the exam.You get an initial 5 points for writing a post on-topic (as opposed to chatting about your love life, your favorite foods, etc.). You get a further 10 points for writing a coherent and reflective consideration of that chosen topic. Take it seriously; think of it as a mini-essay. This initial post must be at least 200 words and must include a word count at the end. Again, once posted, it will allow the board to open and connect you with your peers.You get 5 points each for a response to an additional topic (there are always two, at least), meaning on a different article/subject than your own initial post, and one response to a student post on any topic (you’re welcome to talk to multiple students too, of course). That way you’re always discussing at least two different topics. These must be at least 50 words each. If there’s no second topic under discussion yet, be the first and start a new thread!You must write in complete sentences, with proper grammar and syntax (sentence structure). Paragraphs need a good topic sentence providing a thesis (opinion) that encompasses what follows. You should provide details from the source materials (essays, video, your own relevant experiences) to illustrate and support your ideas as you develop them.You will lose points for any missing, off-topic, or poorly developed elements (initial post/second post/peer response).Do NOT attach a separate document with your typed comments. Instead, write/reply directly in the thread. You can always write elsewhere and then cut & paste here, if that’s easier for you.DISCUSSION BOARD #1: CHOOSE FROM OPTIONS 1, 2, 3. In all cases, there’s no “wrong” answer as long as you show us that you’ve thought about the issue. Good luck!Option 1: How I Learned To ReadFrederick Douglass’s essay is a chapter from his autobiography, a celebrated piece of American literature and probably the greatest example of a grim genre known as “Slave Narratives,” in which people who lived as slaves recount their experiences, either firsthand or having told the details to someone else who then wrote them down. Most such slave narratives date from the 18th and 19th centuries, the period from when the slave trade was at its zenith to when it ultimately ended. A close, thoughtful reading of this excerpt should enlighten you further to the brutal experience of black men and women who lived under slavery in the Americas before the 20th century, the United States in particular.Consider the analytical comments at the very end of the Douglass essay and, adhering to the general D-Board protocol, answer one or more of these points:Demonstrate what methods Douglass resorts to in his quest for the ability to read and write. Give at least three examples of the actions he takes, or considers taking, and explain why.Explain the progression of his mental state as his self-awareness grows.Discuss the issues/concepts/themes that his experience raises (i.e., slavery, justice, freedom, friendship).You may also tie this into the life of Olaudah Equiano, whose own slave narrative, a different experience but no less appalling and dehumanizing, is summarized in his autobiographical entry (see module 1b).Option 2: Amistad / Middle Passage / The Sorrow SongsHaving viewed the Steven Spielberg film and read the Robert Hayden poem and the W.E.B. Du Bois excerpt (and the Eric Foner essay for accuracy), consider two or more of these points. You must make at least two connections to details in Hayden and Dubois, using relevant quotes to illustrate your points. The historical details and images concerning the slave trade will prove useful here (see the first slideshow in 1a).How does the Amistad trial, in John Quincy Adams’s words, pave the way for “the last battle of the American revolution?”What cultural parallels or contrasts are made between the American-European and African worlds? What scenes stand out for you in the film, and why? Discuss two or three illustrations, at least.Consider what the circumstances of the African rebels say in relation to America at the time. How can their defenders argue for their freedom in the context of a world that considers them less than human, or at least too uncivilized to make their own decisions?Also, as Baldwin attempts, how would you explain to an outsider the court system, with all its complexities (appeals, counter-appeals).Option 3: Desiree’s BabyKate Chopin was an important Southern writer in the late 19th century (le fin de siècle, as the French call it), whose style is an example of what’s called regional realism, for its accurate portrayal of the Creole culture of Louisiana in particular. Chopin would endure professional and personal scandal and was largely forgotten until her proto-feminist novel The Awakening was rediscovered in the late 20th century, bringing her fleshed-out, psychologically convincing characters, with their rich historical settings, to new life and a new readership. Both the novel and short stories like “The Storm,” “Story Of An Hour,” and “Desiree’s Baby” are surprisingly modern in their attitudes towards marital relationships, sexuality, and infidelity in particular.“Desiree’s Baby” dramatizes the impact of slavery and miscegenation (interracial sexual relationships), and with bitter irony, mocks the cruelty and utter ridiculousness of racism. Irony means a reversal of expectations, when the result is opposite of what was intended or attempted, as is clearly the case in the tragic story’s final twist. Pudd’nhead Wilson, an 1894 novel by the great satirist and fellow regional realist Mark Twain, uses a loosely similar premise and Southern historical setting to achieve that same kind of mocking moral lesson about the evils of slavery and racism.For Option 3, answer A and/or B:A) Consider one or more of the ways that race and racism drive the plot (story) and themes (big ideas):i.e., a marriage ruined and lives lost because of racist attitudes and assumptionsthe social and material difficulties of having/being a biracial childthe racist fear of having married a person who is unknowingly/secretly someone you (or Desiree’s husband, in this case) have been taught to despiseB) Consider whether the content of the story, or how it impacts you upon reading it, is in any way affected by the fact that it comes from the highly respected pen of a white woman writing over 100 years ago.

1- Virtual Presentation Gladys Conn
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At this juncture you should begin to review and prepare for the final assignment creating a care plan for Gladys Conn. Details and background topics related to this patient can be found across Modules 6, 7, and 8. 
As a video presentation or Powerpoint recording, identify your approach to leveraging technology to better care for and support patients undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA). You should present a high level outline (3-4 slides) for how you would approach program development for this patient. Key themes include the impact of bundled payments, requirements to use certified EHR technology, and patient centric technologies (mobile apps and telehealth). 
Suggested platforms to create a shareable link include Kaltura (Media Gallery in Canvas), Google folders, or Microsoft Office Stream. All students in the class should be able to access the content! 
2- the final assignment;

This is an EHR Go example patient. Gladys is a 74-year-old retired teacher who remains active by volunteering at the school. She has multiple chronic health problems that she manages fairly well. She has just been transferred from the PACU to the Medical-Surgical unit following a left (total knee arthroplasty) TKA. Gladys will need an assessment, pain management, wound care, glucose monitoring, and routine post-op care following a TKA. Patient and family education is needed, as well as care planning. Using the chapter in the textbook Six Key Technologies to Support Accountable Careas your paper topics or subheadings, identify pathways for improvement in the care provided to Gladys. Dr. Glaser highlights areas including 1. revenue cycle management, 2. care management, 3. rules engines and decision support, 4. analytics and business intelligence, 5. systems for exchanging information, and 6. technologies that support patient engagement. Identify systems or technologies that help each of these areas. Think of this as an opportunity to create an organizational roadmap to support TKA patients. Your paper should be 6 -10 pages double spaced with a minimum of 5 external citations. 
To review information relevant to Gladys: https://web21.ehrgo.com/rd/?courseActivityId=217 (Links to an external site.)
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Below you will find previous student feedback on how to best approach this assignment.
Aaron C.
This assignment seems complex at first, especially if you are like me and have little medical background (and no idea what “TKA” stood for prior to this class). Saying that, when you break the assignment down into the themes we learned in this class, the assignment becomes much less intimidating! 
A simple breakdown of the assignment requirement forces you to analytically break down the relationship between Glaser’s 6 themes of accountable care with the EHR of a patient, Gladys. For this paper, I found three strategies most beneficial when mapping out responses to the prompt.

There is more to Healthcare than Quality Metrics

This paper asks us to evaluate these six themes and discuss how their implementation can have a positive impact on a patient, such as Gladys. When we talk about patient impact, there are often three primary goals of the health system: 1) improved quality of care, 2) increased access to care, and 3) reduced cost of care.Thus, when discussing each section, think of how the technologies can positively impact each of those categories in order to impact TKA patients. 

Look for Larger Themes to Discuss

In many of our past assignments, we are asked to take highly specific looks at a patient’s EHR. For this assignment, pay attention to the little details, but I would also recommend focusing on some larger takeaway themes from the EHR. For example, Gladys has follow up directives and orders to see a wide range of specialists. These specialists are also there for an important reason (an example being wound care, which is necessary to avoid infections). When looking at Glaser’s six themes, see how implementation of the technologies discussed can help aid the development of these larger concepts from the EHR.

Structure Your Arguments

To excel in the assignment, dig deep into the benefits of Glaser’s themes and apply them to specific TKA patient needs. For example, his section on emerging technologies gives a prime example on types of technology platforms (such as mHealth or telehealth) that can improve quality of care. The first way to discuss this in your paper is to give a brief overview of these technologies, and why a health system’s implementation of these technologies can lead to better quality metrics for a patient like Gladys. But do not stop there. Use Gladys’s EHR and other factors we know about her TKA procedure to explain why these technologies are important to specifically her. For example, how can telehealth impact someone who is elderly, or someone whose mobility is likely impeded by a TKA procedure? Tying the benefits of the technology themes to actual needs of a TKA patient can not only help you succeed on this paper, but also give you a better understanding of how providers can best respond to patient needs in a coordinated manner.
Outlining your paper is a great way to put these thoughts together. Try doing that to make all the concepts of this assignment fit together, and you are sure to succeed!
Ed C. 

Thoroughly read the instructions and don’t overthink it. (I tend to have a problem with this and it makes the assignment seem larger than it is)
Identify the overall theme and an outline of areas that would be germane to the topic. (Bullet List – order doesn’t matter at this point – Both of these were supplied for this assignment)
Since this final paper had a related assignment the previous week in the form of a presentation, this helped with thinking about steps 1 & 2. (be sure to review feedback from the professor and include any feedback in the outline – if this were any other class/paper I would likely have sent the professor the outline and requested feedback)
Depending on the quantity of references required and the breadth of the area I am writing about I tend to try for one or two references per double spaced page. (In this case I generally used one citing from the class text and one citing from a peer reviewed article or related technology website)
Identify and read the associated articles in advance; be sure to note any reference information for in-text citations. (At this point I usually build my reference page)
Logistics – Generally I setup my paper in the requested format first and then begin writing (I find this helps me feel more organized and closer to being done – do what works for you!).
I try to write from my citations out, making sure my narrative fits my citation and the section all fits together in a sensible way. I also try to extend my narrative beyond the citation with my own thoughts where I feel it adds value to the argument or the point I am trying to convey. (I pay close attention to this because I struggle with maintaining the right balance between a sensible narrative and disjointed facts within a given section)
In the introduction I generally try to include assignment context and a high level summary of how I laid out my whole paper.
Then I write each section of the paper in the sequence talked about in the introduction and try to pay particular attention to my section transitions, sequencing and linking for the sections. I do a lot of re-reading and reading out loud to make sure I get the tone and cadence of the paper the way I feel is best.
Last I review the whole paper again making sure to have covered off all instructions and feedback from the professor. (If time permits, I try to pass it by someone else, usually my wife, for a quick read through to ensure it flows; makes sense to a disinterested party and is grammatically proper/free of typos.

Miranda R. 
For the final paper I began my approach by reading all of the topic resources that were found in the EHR Go. I found them to be most useful while starting my paper. From here I was able to determine which complication I would be focusing on as I identified pathways for improvement. I then found outside resources that would address the 6 Dr. Glaser highlights and to find these outside resources I always find the SJU library database to be the best. I then tackled each of the 6 highlights one by one and arranged them based on Gladys’s interactions from the beginning to the end of her procedure. Breaking the paper down into these 6 sections made it much easier to compile the final paper.