Assignment 2: Conducting a z-Test

A researcher predicts that watching a film on
institutionalization will change students’ attitudes about chronically
mentally ill patients. The researcher randomly selects a class of 36
students, shows them the film, and gives them a questionnaire about
their attitudes. The mean score on the questionnaire for these 36
students is 70. The score for people in general on this questionnaire is
75, with a standard deviation of 12. Using the five steps of hypothesis
testing and the 5% significance level (i.e. alpha = .05), does showing
the film change students’ attitudes towards the chronically mentally
ill?

1. What does it mean to set alpha at .05?
2. What is your null hypothesis? Alternate hypothesis?
3. Is this a one-tailed or two-tailed hypothesis?
4. What is the critical z?
5. Calculate the obtained z. Do you reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis?
6. State in words what you have found.

1.Consider the definition of a “project” and identify a project you wish to plan in this course. Write a one page narrative describing the project, its sponsor, and why this project is a good candidate for your course work. I expect the narrative to be written in clear English with well-structured sentences and paragraphs.

2.Using the templates provided in Week 1, complete a Project Initiation (Guidance) Document and Project Charter for your selected and approved project. Each section of the document is to be written in clear English, with sound sentence and paragraph structures.

Also, initiate your Project Notebook.

3.Using the templates provided during Week 1, develop a communications plan for your project, including a RACI-O matrix. Also, develop a preliminary Risk Register, including risk response plans.

4.Develop a WBS and resource loaded schedule for your project, depicting the latter in a Gantt Chart. Upon completion of the schedule, determine and highlight your project’s Critical Path.

5.Develop a budget for your project, using the 3rd level of your approved WBS. Use a reasonable fully-loaded average hourly rate for each role on the project. Include any ODC costs you might incur during project completion. And don’t forget to include reserves.

Also, update your Risk Register to include any new risks identified during the development of your resource loaded schedule and budget.

6.Prepare a project review presentation, using the guidance provided in class. Pretend it is December 5, status your project as of Nov. 30. You can be creative in reporting costs incurred or other events that might have happened in the month of November.

You will present this review to the class, who will represent your project stakeholders.

7.project closing ,strategy review.

***** I WANT YOU TO USE APPLE’S WEBSITE *****

For this Final Visual Analysis Project, you will choose one website that you visit frequently (it must be a professional business website, not your own personal website). Feel free to use websites such as Nike, Apple, Northwestern Mutual, etc. or a website that applies to your career choices.

Once you choose your website, you will begin to consider the effects the visual elements have on the viewers and create a thesis statement and outline using the response elements 1-5 below. ( 4-5 PAGES OF BODY)

• APA title page, reference page, and formatting.
• Use at least four academic/scholarly sources.
• Use properly cited quotes and paraphrases when necessary.
• Complete, polished, and error-free cohesive sentences.
• Contains an introduction, body, and conclusion.

1. Sensory Response – When analyzing the viewer’s sensory response to a particular visual, it is important to consider the visual elements that attract the eyes. Close your eyes when considering a visual. When you open your eyes, what are the first visual elements that you see? When analyzing a viewer’s Sensory Response, you may consider analyzing at least two of the following effects:
   1. Colors
   2. Lines
   3. Shapes
   4. Balance
   5. Contrast
2. Perceptual Response – When analyzing a viewer’s perception of visuals, it is important to consider the audience. Consider who is or is not attracted to this type of visual communication. When analyzing a viewer’s Perceptual Response, consider at least two of the following effects:
   1. Target audience specifics (age, profession, gender, financial status, etc.)
   2. Cultural familiarity elements (ethnicity, religious preference, social groups, etc)
   3. Cognitive visuals (viewer’s memories, experiences, values, beliefs, etc.)
3. Technical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s response to certain visuals, we need to consider the technical visual aspects that may affect perception. Describe how visuals affect the interpretation of the intended media communication message. Address specific technological elements that impact perception. When analyzing the Technical Response, consider the Laws of Perceptual Organization (similarity, proximity, continuity, common fate, etc), and at least two of the following types of visuals:
   1. Drop-down menus
   2. Hover-over highlighting
   3. Animations
   4. Quality of visuals
4. Emotional Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Emotional Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience preferences and emotional intelligence. Discuss what the viewer might want to see and what type of visual presentation will set the tone for that response. When analyzing the Emotional Response, consider the effects of at least two of the following types of visuals:
   1. Mood setting colors
   2. Mood setting lighting
   3. Persuasive images
   4. Positioning of search or purchase buttons
   5. Social media icons and share options
5. Ethical Response – When analyzing a viewer’s Ethical Response, it is important to consider the targeted audience values and beliefs. Identify any negative messages about certain ideas, groups, or cultures. Describe and pinpoint images that may be inappropriate for a variety of viewers. Keep in mind that your website can be accessed by all ages and groups. When analyzing the Ethical Response, consider at least two of the following types of visuals:
   1. Visual stereotypes
   2. Limitations in diversity
   3. Inappropriate images for all audiences
   4. Digital alterations
   5. False representation or advertising

***** ATTACHED IS THE OUTLINE FOR THIS PROJECT *****

1. Identify three events from the time period of our course,”U.S. History Since 1877″, and briefly explain the events that you chose.

2.Carry out a scavenger hunt to find three events that occurred in the time period of U.S. History to 1877, that are directly related to the ones you chose for “since 1877” events and discuss briefly.

3. Provide a supporting argument that explains why the three events you chose from U.S. History to 1877 are related to the three from U.S. History since 1877.

Keep in mind that your Scavenger Hunt 2 write up must consist of four paragraphs. For this class a paragraph consists of three sentences. Any ideas or words borrowed from other peoples’ work must be documented with a formal reference to the original author, to give this person credit for their ideas you borrow and use in your discussion forum response. Also you must cite the references you use following APA style, and include a reference list at the end of your response post.

1. What led the U.S. to enter World War I?

2. In order to go to war, what measrues needed to be taken to prepare to fight WWI?

3. Explain how the U.S. made peace with the other countries engaged in WWI

Keep in mind that your Scavenger Hunt 3 write up must consist of four paragraphs. For this class a paragraph consists of three sentences. Any ideas or words borrowed from other peoples’ work must be documented with a formal reference to the original author, to give this person credit for their ides you borrow and use in your discussion forum response. Refer to the discussion forum rubric posted in course documents to get additional information on what an adequate response post is for our class. APA style rubric is also posted in the course documents area.

As a criminal justice leader, you will often be faced with
making decisions that reflect not only on you but on your department as a
whole. We often use tools like statistics and crime trends to offer the best
possible route to finding a solution and ultimately making a decision. The
field of criminal justice is constantly changing; new laws, policies, and
procedures make situational, evidence-based decision making a complicated daily
task. And it is nearly impossible to make an informed decision without first
researching the issues at play and leveraging the power of available data to
determine the right solution for each particular situation and organization.

You will assume the role of a leader within a criminal
justice organization of your choice. Based on your chosen scenario, you will be
presented with a specific challenge that is emblematic of wider issues in
contemporary criminal justice.

Prompt: Your task for Milestone One is to complete
the Introduction, Theory and Methods, and Literature Review sections of your
final project. You will be given information (including this data set) for your
scenario, but you must also conduct your own research on comparable
organizations and trends in the field to determine opportunities and external
threats.

The following critical elements must be specifically
addressed:

I. Introduction: In this section, establish a context
that provides your audience with any background information that is necessary
for understanding your proposal.

II. Theory and Methods: In this section, explain the
theoretical frameworks that underpin your analysis and proposed solution.

A. Identify foundational criminology theories that
apply to your chosen organization and the challenge it faces. Draw connections between
the theories and your specific context that will ultimately support your
analysis and your proposed solution.

B. Examine the strategic methods used by leaders in
the field for approaching problems such as yours. For example, what do the
current best practices in the field suggest in terms of researching and
investigating the issue? Highlight methods that support your proposal.

C. Similarly, identify best practices in the field for
communicating with diverse audiences. Illustrate these practices with
specific examples that will ultimately support your communication plan.

III. Literature Review: In this section, present all
of the evidence that you have analyzed (including the provided data and your
independent research) and that will support your proposed solution.

A. Data Analysis: Using the provided data, determine
any patterns and trends that are present. What meaning and significance can you
glean from the data?

B. Research: Present research on the issue that
builds on the patterns and trends you identified in the data. For example, are
there prior solutions that similar organizations have implemented in addressing
this type of issue? What meaning and significance can you glean from your
research?

C. Root Causes: Based on your data analysis and
independent research, explain what you believe to be the root causes of the
issue. Logically justify your conclusion using the evidence.

IV. References: In this section, cite all of your
sources using APA formatting.

Guidelines for Submission: Your draft must be a
submitted as a 4- to 5-page Microsoft Word document with double spacing,
12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and sources cited in APA
format.