The National Vital Statistics System (NVSS)

Q#1. Visit the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) at https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/nvss/index.htm. Take time
to
carefully explore the website and study about 1) the types of vital records collected by NVSS (see the screencapture
below); 2) how each of vital records are collected; and 3) how these vital records are used/applied to better
address
the health of the population. Summarize and explain what you have learned across 1) – 3) and provide along
with
relevant examples supporting your answers (1.0 pt; the minimum word count expected: 350 words).
Q#2. Visit the following website (https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/pressroom/stats_of_the_states.htm) where you can
see
the interactive map and obtain general vital statistics for each state. Choose any of three States and complete
the
following tables – Do not forget to include the ‘unit (e.g., per 1000)’ of each measure in your answer. (0.8 pt).
Name the three states you compare
Health Indicators State 1: State
2: State
3;Fertility rate
Teen birth rate
Infant mortality rate
Marriage rate
Divorce rate
Leading cause of death
Drug overdose death rate
Firearm death rate
Homicide rate
Assignment #4
Q#3. In the table above, choose TWO health indicators you want to compare between the States and describe
your
comparisons & explain two to three possible factors (e.g., reasons) that may attribute to the differences
between the
States. You are strongly encouraged search for the relevant resources (e.g., news media, scientific journal
article)
supporting your answers (make sure that you provide a proper citation of the resources). (1.0 pt – the minimum
expected word count: 400 words)
Q#4. Visit the National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System (NNDSS; https://wwwn.cdc.gov/nndss/).
Explore the
menu and summarize the information provided for the following three sections in your own words (1.2 pts):
1) “Defending America from Health Threats” (the minimum expected word count: 200 words)
2) “History of Surveillance Case Definition” (the minimum expected word count: 200 words)
3) “Data Collection and Reporting” – https://wwwn.cdc.gov/nndss/data-collection.html (the minimum expected
word
count: 300 words)
Q#5. In the NNDSS website, visit “Surveillance Case Definitions”
(https://wwwn.cdc.gov/nndss/conditions/notifiable/2020/). Choose any of TWO Infectious diseases or Noninfectious
conditions you are interested in and careful review the most recent case definitions for each disease.
Summarize the information provided in your own words (1.0 pt; the minimum expected word count: 300 words)

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Steps to solving a problem

Review Case 3.2 on page 116 and 117 of your textbook. Then develop your own case study following the
outline described in the textbook case. I want you to think small – something that affects your daily life, at work,
at school, in the community.

  1. Identify your problem.
  2. Fully explain why your problem is a “mess”.
  3. Who would you consult with to resolve the problem? Why for each consultant?
  4. What would you expect each of your “consultants” to recommend to solve the problem?
  5. What would each resolution cost in terms of time and money?
  6. Which resolution is most efficient? Why?
  7. Which resolution is most effective? Why?
  8. Which resolution would you choose to implement? Why?
  9. How would you implement it?
  10. How would you measure the effectiveness of your chosen solution to the problem?

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A memorable experience from your childhood.

Recall a place, person, or a memorable experience from your childhood. Focus on describing this in great
detail.
Here are some ideas:

  • You can think of a place that you knew as a child and then visited later on. Write about how the place had
    changed and not changed. You can write about a person who greatly influenced you, a decision you made, or
    a challenge or obstacle that you faced.
  • Recall a time when you struggled to accomplish something important to you. Write an essay in which you
    relate your struggle, your triumph (or failure), and the effects of the experience. Be sure that readers
    understand why the goal meant so much to you.
  • Write about a time when a teacher, a work supervisor, or some other influential person took a special interest
    in helping you to succeed. Recall how this person influenced you and how he or she changed your life. Include
    plenty of detail to bring that person to life.
    During this assignment, focus on using effective description. In this essay, you should do the following:
    Use specifics.
    Use the five senses.
    Use showing instead of telling.

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IEP DEVELOPMENT

This is a three-part assignment that involves (a) drafting IEP goals and associated accommodations given a student’s Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP), (b) developing the IEP, and (c) reflecting on the development of an IEP and IEP meetings for a student with a disability an IEP and IEP meetings for a student with a disability. (MLO: B, C)

Materials

Individualized Education Program (IEP) Overview
Appendix A: Individualized Education Program (IEP) Student Profile
Appendix B: IEP Supporting Information and Resources
IEP Development Assignment Instructions
IEP Development Grading Rubric
IEP Development Template

Instructions

Individually or through group collaboration develop a completed IEP for the target student. All sections highlighted in yellow on the IEP must be considered and addressed.

If you choose to work in a group, meet at the mutually agreed upon time during week 1 to conduct your IEP meeting for “Bryan Jones” . The meeting can be held via Skype, WebEx, or another e-conference system. Previous student reported that WebEx worked best. Prior to the meeting, share the IEP goals and accommodations you developed for the student with the group via the group discussion board. Review each group member’s goals and accommodations prior to the meeting.

During your discussion, fully consider the perspective of each of the meeting participants. You could even ask questions or making comments that you would anticipate the individual would make in a real IEP meeting. Use the IEP Meeting Checklist below to structure the meeting.

At the conclusion of the meeting:

  1. One member of the group should upload the completed final IEP (Individual Education Plan Template) to the Group Discussion Forum at the conclusion of the meeting.

Submission

This assignment should be completed using the IEP: IEP Development Plan by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Sunday of the Module/Week 2.

EXAMPLE:

Complete IEP Checklist and Peer Group Evaluation Template
Name of student: Bryan Jones Date of IEP meeting: October 4, 2019
Special Education Teacher: Jane Smith Time of IEP meeting: 7:00pm ET
Parent: Sarah Davis General Education Teacher: William Black
Administrator: Alex White Other role (if 5 members): (Role and name of student in EDSP 524)

IEP MEETING CHECKLIST
TASK Completed? Y or N

  1. Welcome and Introductions (discuss) Y
  2. Review Purpose of Meeting & Agenda (discuss) Y
  3. Review Rights and Procedural Safeguards (discuss) Y
  4. Review Special Factors (discuss) Y
  5. IEP
    a. Review the PLAAFP (discuss) Y
    b. Discuss and finalize measurable annual goals (develop collaboratively)
    c. Determine progress report schedule and how progress toward goals will be measured (discuss)
    d. Discuss parents will be informed of student’s progress (discuss)
    e. Short term objectives/benchmarks? (discuss)
    f. Participation in state/district assessments (discuss and develop any relevant accommodations in yellow highlighted sections)
    g. Accommodations/modifications (develop collaboratively)
    h. Services and placement (discuss)
    i. Projected date of initiation of services and duration of services (discuss)
    j. Participation in general curriculum, extra-curricular, and non-academic activities (discuss)
    k. Timeline of services (discuss)
    l. Determine if student needs ESY services (discuss)
  6. Obtain Parental Consent (RE.)
  7. Identify how staff will be informed of their responsibilities for implementation of the IEP (discuss)  
    IEP COMPONENTS:
  8. Cover Page: K-12 Student Information

Review the information needed on the cover page of an IEP. Note that every IEP must be reviewed each calendar year, and a full re-evaluation must be completed every 3 years. Fill in the names of the students in your group and the position each person is role playing in the mock meeting.

  1. Factors for the IEP Team to Consider: Note how this information is all based on the student’s PLAAFP. Discuss how an IEP team must use data collected from the student’s evaluations to develop this portion of the document.
  2. The Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP)

The Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance summarizes the results of assessments that identify the student’s interests, preferences, strengths, and areas of need. It also describes the effect of the student’s disability on his/her involvement and progress in the general education curriculum, and for preschool children, as appropriate, how the disability affects the student’s participation in appropriate activities. This includes the student’s performance and achievement in academic areas such as writing, reading, math, science, and history/social sciences. It also includes the student’s performance in functional areas, such as self-determination, social competence, communication, behavior, and personal management. Test scores, if included, should be self-explanatory or an explanation should be included, and the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance should be written in objective, measurable terms, to the extent possible. There should be a direct relationship among the desired goals, the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, and all other components of the IEP.

  1. Measurable Annual Goals: Write 4 annual goals addressing the needs evident in the PLAAFP. You should have at least 4 goals addressing at least two subject areas. Each annual goal must be connected to the PLAAFP and a specific Virginia SOL, and it must include all 5 goal components: condition, who, behavior/performance, criterion and timeline. Add the full SOL below the goal.

Use your drafted goals and collaborate as a group to complete all yellow highlighted elements of the Measurable Annual Goals pages.

  1. Schedule of Reports to Parents: Note how progress reports are planned and the detail of information required.
  2. Accommodations/Modifications: Identify any modifications and/or accommodations that will be provided for the student. Use your drafted accommodations and collaborate as a group to complete the chart Remember to address testing situations, but statewide assessments will be addressed in the next sections and should not be included here.
  3. Participation in State and District Assessments
    Review the determination concerning whether or not the student will participate in the Standard or Alternative form of the state assessment. For the two areas in which the student will participate in the Standard administration, please identify any accommodations that will be provided. Note that any accommodations identified here must be based on the accommodations listed in the previous section for general use in classroom instruction and assessment.
  4. Services
    a. Review the chart, paying attention to all required information:
    i. Service(s): All special education and related services the student will receive. Note that a full IEP would typically also include a statement of justification for each/all services provided.
    ii. Frequency: Notice how often the student will receive service (1 hour daily, 30 minutes 2 times per week, etc.)
    iii. Location: Notice where service will be provided (general education classroom, resource room, self-contained, etc.)
    iv. Duration: Notice the starting and ending dates and be aware that these dates would be based on the valid dates of the IEP.
  5. Placement: Read and discuss the Description of Placement and Time with General Education Peers. Notice the summary of the student’s placement and discuss the reasoning that could have led to this decision.
  6. Transition Planning
    The transition plan is part of the IEP, but given the age of the student this would not have to be completed for his IEP.

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