Explain your search strategy and identify search terms. Specify the databases you plan to search, such as EBSCO HOST and Academic Search Premier, and tools like Capella’s Summon or Google Scholar.

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Step 1: Literature Search Question (LSQ)

Preparation

What a Literature Search Question (LSQ) Does

A good LSQ is a rhetorical tool that scholars can use to identify the scope of an investigation. For investigations in the field of psychology, LSQs are designed to ask about phenomena associated with the behavior, thoughts, and feelings relevant to the experiences of the target population. The scope is described in the LSQ in terms of the target population (age, gender, specific qualities related to the phenomena under investigation such as diagnosis, relationship status, and educational level); variables of interest (such as specific behaviors, attitudes, emotions); psychological concepts (stimulus-response, developmental stage, stigma); and phenomena under investigation.

The LSQ is presented as a question that researchers can bring to a specific body of literature to clarify the goals of the investigation. Your LSQ should be somewhat broad, as you will later develop your Research Question (RQ) from your LSQ. Your RQ will be more narrowly defined, which will lead to your research methodology.

Your first step in the development of the integrated project will be to develop a plan for identifying what we know so far about your topic. Identify an area of the literature in psychology that you wish to explore in depth; choose an area that truly interests you and that connects with your area of specialization.

Examples:

  • Topic (broad): motivation.
  • Topic (narrow): motivation of first-year college students.
  • LSQ: What does the psychology literature tell us about the achievement motivation of first-year college students who are the first in their families to go to college?
  • Research question examples: See Unit 5 Studies.
  • Quantitative question: Is there a difference in the achievement motivation of first-year male students compared to female students who are the first in their families to attend college?
  • Qualitative question: What is the experience of attending college for first-year students who are the first in their families to attend college?

Note: In Chapter 3, you will provide a detailed explanation of the methodology you have chosen, but your RQ must align with this chosen methodology, as it is the first step.

Be careful to explain why you believe this topic will be of service to the field, psychology professionals, and those identified in the topic-selection process. Support your rationale with evidence from peer-reviewed research identified in your searches of the literature in psychology.

Your goal in this post is to begin the process of developing the literature search question (LSQ). Your instructor will help you to refine and further develop it as the course progresses.

Steps to writing a good LSQ:

  1. Choose an appropriate topic or issue that interests you and can be researched.
  2. Brainstorm a list of  questions related to the topic that you would like answered.
  3. Select the question that is clear and not too broad or narrow.

LSQ examples:

  • What does the literature in psychology tell us about the utility of cognitive behavioral therapy for the prevention of poor mental health outcomes in children ages 9­–12 who are living in shelters with their mothers as a result of partner violence?
  • What does the literature in psychology tell us about the best practices for teaching parents of preschool boys with autism how to use sign language when communicating with the older siblings as well as their autistic son?
  • What does the literature in psychology tell us about the value of combining synchronous and asynchronous labyrinth walking with traditional cognitive behavioral therapies for adults ages 20­–35 with moderate depression as defined by the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)?

Instructions

For this discussion post, use these headings to organize your work:

Search Strategy

Explain your search strategy and identify search terms. Specify the databases you plan to search, such as EBSCO HOST and Academic Search Premier, and tools like Capella’s Summon or Google Scholar. We recommend using the Capella library Database Research Log (linked in Resources) to keep track of databases searched and the keywords used.

Literature Search Question (LSQ)

Present your topic in the form of a question that will guide your search of the literature. As you identify your topic, be sure to identify the context that the population inhabits. Consider identifying gender, developmental stage, age range, region, diagnoses or health status, intervention or therapy, assessment tools, racial identity, ethnic identity, class, history, and other specifics associated with the questions that you wish to explore.

Scope and Number of Sources

Identifying the appropriate scope of the LSQ is important; developing a good LSQ will probably require a minimum of eight resources. Identify at least six sources as you start this first step—good sources will be key to developing the foundation of the proposed study.

Remember that you are only proposing to do new and original research. You will not collect data.

Post your topic and description of your LSQ in a Word document. In addition, please copy and paste the document content into the message box for your post submission. Do not be concerned if Word formatting is not preserved.

Review and respond to the following three case studies within the context of the codes of ethics.

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Description of Assignments 1. PYCL 515 Assignment #1 – Observation, Discussion, and Reflection on Ethical Issues: Code of Ethics and Case Studies (FPEC 5.8, 6, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5; InTASC 9e.p, 9f.p, 9j.k, 9m.d, 9o.d; CAEP Unit Standard 1g; SSPEM Domain E; and FEAP b.6.2.b, b.6.2.c, b.6.2.d) (10 points) In this assignment, you will research and become familiar with codes of ethics that guide your work as an educator. To complete the assignment, you will determine the appropriate and legal courses of action in response to three case studies.  1. To begin this assignment, read the following 3 Codes of Ethics’ documents from the specified associations/organizations below. Summarize the main legal and ethical components from each of the codes in a brief, but informative narrative that includes a discussion of the following focal questions (FPEC 6.1, 6.2/InTASC 9f.p, 9j.k, 9o.d): • Who or what is the educator’s/school counselor’s primary concern? • How can the school counselor strive to achieve and sustain the highest degree of ethical conduct? • What are the types of behaviors (e.g., bullying, child abuse, etc.) that the school counselor should report to administration? • What are the reasons for suspension of a professional? a. National – National Education Association: NEA: Code of Ethics of the Education Profession http://www.nea.org/home/30442.htm b. State (choose one): Florida’s Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct http://www.fldoe.org/teaching/professional-practices/code-of-ethics-principles-ofprofessio.stml Florida’s Office of Professional Practices FAQ for Educators – Florida DOE Process for Florida – Office of Professional Practices FAQ for Educators – Florida DOE Process for Responding to Disciplinary Action http://www.fldoe.org/edstandards/FAQ.asp c. Professional Code of Ethics: 9 American School Counselor Association’s Ethical Standards for School Counselors https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors-members/legal-ethical Make sure that you reference specific codes from EACH of the three codes of ethics (national, state, and ASCA in all your answers). 2. Review and respond to the following three case studies within the context of the codes of ethics. Your responses to each case study must cite within your text and reference at the end of your work the articles provided in the links below the 3 codes of ethics. Your responses must be thorough and of high quality. You will be expected to describe an appropriate plan of action to correct the behavior described in the case study and provide additional plans of action based on the codes of ethics as well as the articles read. This paper is expected to be 8-10 pages in length (excluding title page) following APA style. There are five sections to the paper (see below for details): (1) Summary of Codes of Ethics (1-2) (2) Case study review (2-3 pages) (3) Reflection of each case study to your school responsibilities (2-3 pages) (4) Additional Resources (1-2 pages) (5) Consequences (1-2 pages) 1. Case Study Review Case Study 1 (FPEC 6.1, 6.3/InTASC 9f.p, 9j.k, 9o.d): You are a new elementary school counselor and notice that one of your students consistently comes to school in the morning with dirty clothes, body odor, and suspicious bruises on his arms. According to the codes of ethic and district faculty policies, what should be your plan of action for addressing this issue? Florida Department of Education, Office of Professional Practices Reporting Misconduct and Abuse http://www.fldoe.org/edstandards/poster.asp The 2012 Florida Statutes K-20 Education Code, Chapter 1006 , Support For Learning 1006.061 Child abuse, abandonment, and neglect policy. § 1006.061, Florida Statutes – Child abuse, abandonment, and neglect policy The 2012 Florida Statutes Chapter 39, Proceedings Relating to Children 39.201 Mandatory reports of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect; mandatory reports of death; central abuse hotline (Mandated Reporters of child abuse as defined by Florida Statute 39.201) http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search _String=&URL=0000-0099/0039/Sections/0039.201.html ASCA School Counselor Magazine Article, Nov/Dec 2011, Child Abuse: Who Must Report? https://www.schoolcounselor.org/magazine/blogs/novemberdecember-2011/child-abuse-who-must-report Legal and Ethical FAQs 10 https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors-members/legal-ethical/legalethical-faq Case Study 2 (FPEC 6.1, 6.5/InTASC 9f.p, 9j.k, 9o.d): You have decided to create a Facebook page for your high school counseling program to communicate important information about application deadlines, college visits, and other crucial counseling-related information. i. What are some safeguards you should take into consideration to ensure appropriate use of this Facebook page? ii. What should you do if a student or a parent requests you as a friend on your personal, private Facebook page? How can you increase privacy settings so parents and students do not see your personal Facebook account information? iii. What should you do if you come across a student being bullied on Facebook? Social Media for School Counselors: National Association for College Admission Counseling Found in Canvas Assignment Folder Broward County, Florida Policy 5306 – School and Technology Usage http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/sbbcpolicies/docs/P5306,000.pdf Miami Dade County, Florida Policy 7540.01 – Staff Network & Internet Acceptable Use & Safety http://www.dadeschools.net/technology/Acceptable_Use_Policy.htm Palm Beach County, Florida Policy 3.29 – Acceptable Use of Technology by Employees http://www.boarddocs.com/fl/palmbeach/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=AA5LDZ53D BF5 Case Study 3 (FPEC 6.1, 6.5/InTASC 9f.p, 9j.k, 9o.d): As a new middle school counselor, you have taken over a small group counseling unit for girls who have difficulties getting along with their female peers and engage in bullying behaviors. Most of the students have low grade point averages, so one of the goals of the group is to raise their academic standing so they can be promoted to the next grade. i. The principal tells you that previous school counselor gave a weekly report on the students’ issues in the group. You are aware that this could create problems with confidentiality and trust. What is your professional plan of action in this situation? ii) One of the parents of the students in the group wants to know what kinds of things her daughter has been telling you in the group. What should you do? Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html ASCA School Counselor Magazine Article, Sept/Oct 2009, Confidentiality vs. Principal Relationships  11 https://www.schoolcounselor.org/magazine/blogs/september-october2009/confidentiality-vs-principal-relationships Broward County, Florida https://www.browardschools.com/cms/lib/FL01803656/Centricity/domain/13784/p rivacy/FERPA-Notice-2017-18.pdf Student Records: Confidentiality and Family Educational Rights http://www.broward.k12.fl.us/sbbcpolicies/docs/P5100.1.000.pdf Palm Beach County, Florida Policy 5.50 – Student Records http://www.boarddocs.com/fl/palmbeach/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=ALJKV252F341 2. Reflect on the application of each case study to your school responsibilities. What must you do to avoid these types of professional and ethical conflicts in the future? (InTASC 9e.p, 9i.k, 9m.d) 3. Identify and describe three additional resources to use by school counselors who wish to avoid professional and ethical conflicts (InTASC 9e.p, 9i.k, 9m.d). Do not use any of the same articles listed above, and do not use your textbook. These can be professional websites, ethical resources from ASCA, or professional books/articles. 4. Based on your analysis of the information found on the FL DOE website (http://www.fldoe.org/edstandards/FAQ.asp), describe the consequences of teachers’ and school counselors’ unethical practices (FPEC 6.2/InTASC 9o.d).

Evaluate the published qualitative research study focusing on and identifying the researcher’s paradigm or worldview and any evidence of reflexivity described in the report.

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Prior to beginning work on this assignment, be sure to have read all the required resources for the week.

Locate a peer-reviewed qualitative research study in the Ashford University Library on the topic, (Bullying), you chose in Week One for your Final Research Proposal. You may choose to use a qualitative study that was included in the literature review you used in the Week One assignment by searching the reference list for qualitative research studies on the topic. It is also acceptable to utilize a qualitative research study on your topic that was not included in your literature review.

Once you have located an appropriate qualitative study, identify the specific qualitative research design used. Summarize the main points of the study including information on the research question, sampling strategy, research design, data analysis method(s), findings, and conclusion(s). Evaluate the published qualitative research study focusing on and identifying the researcher’s paradigm or worldview and any evidence of reflexivity described in the report. Explain whether or not potential biases were adequately addressed by the researchers. Describe how the researchers applied ethical principles in the research study.

The Research and Critique a Qualitative Study

  • Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
  • Must include a separate title page with the following:
    • Title of paper
    • Student’s name
    • Course name and number
    • Instructor’s name
    • Date submitted
  • Must use at least one peer-reviewed source from the Ashford University Library in addition to those required for this week.
  • Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  • Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

How can you use this newly acquired knowledge to positively shape future generations?

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Unit VII Scholarly Activity

Dear Son/Daughter Within Unit VII, you have learned that various elements contribute to development over the lifespan. Furthermore, you are now aware that numerous factors that shape one’s personality are present. How can you use this newly acquired knowledge to positively shape future generations? For this assignment, you are going to write a letter to your son or daughter that you will present to him or her on the child’s 21st birthday. If your child is already over 21, imagine back to when he or she was born. If you do not plan to have children, you may write the letter to a child who is important in your life: a niece, nephew, or friend’s child, for example. Within your letter, you must discuss the following items: When and why did you decide to have the child? If writing to a child that is not your own, describe why the child is important to you. What are the most important qualities for a parent to have, and why? What personal characteristics do you hope your young adult son or daughter will possess, and why? How did you attempt to influence the child’s physical, motor, cognitive, moral, social, personality, and sex-role development? Give specific examples in each area while detailing how each one will influence your young adult’s future actions and decision-making abilities.

PSY 1010, General Psychology 4

Identify cultural influences that could affect your son’s or daughter’s motivation and drive. In your letter, incorporate research from the textbook to explain how you have sought to positively influence your son or daughter’s development. You may also use the CSU Online Library for additional reference material. Your letter should be at least one page in length but can be longer if necessary to address all aspects of the assignment. You must use at least the textbook as a reference for this assignment. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations. This paper does not have to be formatted in APA style. It should be set up like a letter; however, you should use APA-formatted citations and references, and you should include a reference page after the conclusion of the letter.