Society is becoming increasingly dependent on computers and technology for functioning in everyday life. Every aspect of our lives has been affected by the infiltration of computers and technology. Computers are used to conduct business from home, meet new friends and find old friends, maintain communications with distant family, and meet out some stress relief […]
Being in a position of leadership comes with a certain amount of power and responsibility to advocate for inequities and unfairness in educational structures. It may come down to you to stand up for cultures that are underrepresented in your school. Cultural responsiveness moves beyond representation to change a status quo that leaves students behind […]
In this week’s materials, we’re exploring key concepts associated with disability and disability rights. Something you may have noticed as we have examined different kinds of diversity in this course is that in all these categories, there is an assumption about which state is “normal.” Last week, we saw that many white people don’t necessarily […]
Provide a robust argument for ethical people practice that is supported by academic theory and details both the business and human benefits of people at work feeling included, valued and fairly treated, the human and business benefits of people feeling included, valued, and fairly treated at work linking to related theory. Support your argument with […]
Students must qualify for special education services under one of the disability categories outlined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. There is a specific process involved in identifying students as having a disability. This process includes a group of educators called a Child Study Team who help determine interventions for students. This process can […]
A study examined the relationship between a mother having influenza during pregnancy and a subsequent diagnosis of leukemia or lymphoma in the child. The general design used cancer registry records to ascertain outcomes and birth certificates to record birth dates. Public health records of severe influenza seasons were also examined. Assigning children who were not […]
To examine the effect of occupational chemical exposure on the occurrence of bladder cancer, a study was done in 2015 using data from 1980 to 2014. In 1970, a total of 3080 exposed men and 4051 unexposed men were classified using type-of-job and union records (all the men were members of a particular union). All […]
Given the pivotal position of epidemiology in the development of both clinical and public health policy. And its implications for environmental regulation, individual lifestyle changes, and modifications in clinical practice, the findings from epidemiologic studies attract widespread attention and high public visibility. Within this context, please explain how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way […]
Discuss the value of studying the natural sciences for everyone, not just scientists. Why might it be important for individuals and society to understand the science related to current events and contemporary issues? Consider a recent event, either in your personal life or in the news. In a few sentences, describe how basic knowledge of […]
Many international treaties and protocols aim to protect biodiversity around the world. Describe two ways the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) helps to protect species. Describe The Ramsar Convention promotes international cooperation for the conservation of wetlands. What are two reasons that international management might be appropriate for wetlands? What are the […]
