Define the term independent variable and identify the independent variable for this study. Describe the scale of measurement used for the independent variable.

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Clearly identifying the independent and dependent variables in a study is a critical aspect of any research project. The dissertation is no different. This assignment will allow you to practice your skills in identifying research variables.

General Requirements:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

  • In a study investigating the effects of humor on memory, Schmidt (1994) showed participants a list of sentences, half of which were humorous and half were non-humorous. Schmidt found that participants consistently recalled more of the humorous sentences than the non-humorous sentences, demonstrating that the use of humor increased participants’ recall of sentences.
  • Instructors will be using a grading rubric to grade the assignments. It is recommended that learners review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment in order to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
  • Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
  • This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.

Directions:

In as essay of 250-500 words, thoroughly address the following items:

  1. Define the term independent variable and identify the independent variable for this study.
  2. Describe the scale of measurement used for the independent variable.
  3. Define the term dependent variable and identify the dependent variable for this study.
  4. Describe the scale of measurement used for the dependent variable.
  5. Provide an example of a simple study using Schmidt (1994) as a model. State the purpose of the research (Schmidt’s purpose was to examine the effects of humor on memory), the research question (Schmidt’s research question was: What are the effects of humor on memory?), the independent variable, and the dependent variable for your study.

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17.0 %Definition and Identification of the Independent Variable The term independent variable is not defined and the independent variable in the study is not identified. The term independent variable is incorrectly defined and the independent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, but the independent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, and the independent variable in the study is correctly identified. The term independent variable is defined correctly in a thorough manner, and the independent variable in the study is correctly identified.
17.0 %Definition and Identification of the Dependent Variable The term dependent variable is not defined and the dependent variable in the study is not identified. The term dependent variable is incorrectly defined and the dependent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, but the dependent variable in the study is incorrectly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly though only in a cursory manner, and the dependent variable in the study is correctly identified. The term dependent variable is defined correctly in a thorough manner, and the dependent variable in the study is correctly identified.
16.0 %Descriptions of Scales of Measurement Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are not present. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present but inaccurate. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present but cursory. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present and thorough. Descriptions of the scales of measurement used for the independent and dependent variables are present and thorough including rich detail that demonstrates exceptional understanding.
10.0 %Example Study No example study is presented. An example study is presented, but it does not model the Schmidt study and it does not contain all of the required components. An example study is presented that provides a vague resemblance to the model of the Schmidt study, but some required components are not correctly identified. An example study is presented that parallels the model of the Schmidt study moderately well. All required components are included and are correctly identified. An example study is presented that clearly and completely parallels the model of the Schmidt study without duplicating the study. All required components are included and are correctly identified.
10.0 %Synthesis and Argument No synthesis of source information is evident. Statement of purpose is not followed to a justifiable conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses non-credible sources. Synthesis of source information is attempted, but is not successful. Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility. Synthesis of source information is present, but pedantic. Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis. Synthesis of source information is present and meaningful. Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative. Synthesis of source information is present and scholarly. Argument is clear and convincing presenting a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative. The synthesis and argument in the paper are of publication caliber.
20.0 %Organization and Effectiveness  
20.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim. Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear. Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. They are descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose. Thesis and/or main claim are clear and comprehensive; the essence of the paper is contained within the thesis. The development indicated by the thesis and/or main claim is acceptable for publication.
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5.0 %Mechanics of Writing Mechanical errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used. Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present. Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used. Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
5.0 %APA Format Required format is rarely followed correctly. An appropriate number of topic-related scholarly research sources and related in-text citations is not present. No reference page is included. No citations are used. Required format is attempted, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent. Some included sources are not scholarly research or topic-related. Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used. Required format is used correctly, although some minor errors may be present. Scholarly research sources are present and topic-related, but the source and quality of some references is questionable. Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present. Required format is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style. Scholarly research accounts for the majority of sources presented and is topic-related and obtained from reputable professional sources. Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and citation style is usually correct. The document is correctly formatted to publication standards. All research presented is scholarly, topic-related, and obtained from highly respected, professional, original sources. In-text citations and a reference page are complete and correct. The documentation of cited sources is free of error. The paper could readily be accepted for publication.
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Briefly describe a research study in which a free-format self-report measure will be preferred over fixed-format self-report measure and justify your rationale.

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For this Assignment, you compare the advantages between free-format and fixed-format self-report measures.

To prepare:

  • Review pages 72–80 in Chapter 4 of the course text.
  • You may also review and research materials (hard copies or online) outside this week’s Learning Resources that are relevant to the Assignment, if you wish.

The Assignment (2 pages):

  • Explain what free-format self-report measures and fixed-format self-report measures are and provide specific examples. Plan to devote a paragraph to describing each.
  • Compare the advantages of free-format self-report measures and fixed-format self-report measures in a table similar to the one provided below. Provide at least three advantages for each. Paraphrase(put in your own words) rather than directly quoting from the Learning Resources.
    Free-format advantages Fixed-format advantages
    Advantage 1 Advantage 1
    Advantage 2 Advantage 2
    Advantage 3 Advantage 3
  • Respond to oneof the following two questions (A or B):
    1. Briefly describe a research study in which a free-format self-report measure will be preferred over fixed-format self-report measure and justify your rationale.
      Which free-format self-report measure (e.g., projective measure, associative, list etc.) would you prefer to administer if you were a researcher for your chosen study? Justify your rationale for the selection.
    2. Briefly describe a research study in which a fixed-format self-report measure will be preferred over free-format self-report measure and justify your rationale.
      Which fixed-format self-report measure (e.g., Likert scale, semantic differential, etc.) would you prefer to administer if you were a researcher for the study? Justify your rationale for the selection.

Discuss the implications of this case study that you have learned from your research.

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Risk Management

In this Assignment, you will apply the risk management techniques you have learned to a real-life scenario.

Assignment Scenario

Mr. Ashford is a caseworker at the County Human Services Department.  One of his clients, Mr. Lainez, is a young man who presents with many  issues. He has been in foster care and is about to age out of the  program to live on his own. Mr. Ashford will be assisting him with this  transition.

In an effort to connect with his young client, Mr. Ashford accepts  Mr. Lainez’s invitation of friendship on social media. In addition, he  provides his agency email address to Mr. Lainez when he asks if there is  not another way to make an appointment than making a telephone call and  going through a receptionist.

Shortly thereafter, Mr. Lainez experiences several disappointing  events. He loses his job, and the young woman he was dating tells him  she is no longer interested in seeing him. Additionally, he is  struggling to make ends meet, and becomes unable to pay the rent on his  first apartment.

At his wits end, he makes a vague suicidal threat on Facebook and  sends a desperate request to Mr. Ashford to set up an appointment as  soon as possible. Out on calls, Mr. Ashford does not check his email or  his Facebook account for several days, missing Mr. Lainez’s cues. His  young client is found dead of an overdose of medication he has been  prescribed by the Department psychiatrist.

Assignment Directions

Use the Readings, Internet, and Library to research the implications  of this case study under current law and practice expectations.

Please be sure to address all of the following in your Assignment:

  • Introduce the case study and list each of the problematic decisions  Mr. Ashford made in this scenario, analyzing each in terms of its effect  on the outcome.
  • Indicate other choices he could or should have made.
  • Discuss the implications of this case study that you have learned from your research.
  • Apply the risk management techniques you have learned over the past two units to this case.
  • Do you believe they would likely have led to a different outcome for Mr. Lainez? For Mr. Ashford? Why or why not?

Assignment Guidelines

Your Assignment should be a 3–4 page expository essay, not including  the title and reference pages, and should include the following  elements:

  • Title page: Provide your name, title of Assignment, course and section number, and date
  • Body: Answer all the questions in complete sentences and paragraphs
    • Your responses should reflect professional writing standards using  proper tone and language. The writing and writing style should be  correct, accurate, and reflect knowledge of professional ethics and  personal values in the human service profession.
  • Reference page: Sources in APA format
    • Include a minimum of two scholarly or academic sources to support your responses and conclusions
  • Use Arial or Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, and left aligned
  • Use standard 1″ margins on all sides
  • Use APA Formatting and Citation style
    • If you need assistance with APA style, please visit the Academic Success Center.

Describe the relationship between social status, self-esteem, and self-presentation and how these interact.  Be sure to describe how we achieve/manipulate these concepts within ourselves and how they affect one another and our behavior.

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Question 1:

List three stereotypes that you hold about other people or groups, and describe in detail how you formed them and how they have been reinforced?  How can we as individuals work to diminish the stereotypes we hold about other people or groups? Please base your answers on class material and our text.

Question 2

Based on your text, explain how domestic violence is intergenerational and what processes are involved in this.

Question 3

Utilizing your text for reference and specific principles of Social Psychology, explain why you chose to complete the final examination rather than convince your instructor that you did not need to take the examination.

Q4)

Based on readings from Social Psychology: If we succeeded in changing attitudes toward a specific behavior in a group of subjects, would this attitudinal change also produce behavioral change? Please explain why or why not in detail, and what (if anything) we can do to increase the chances of behavioral change.

Q5)

A tenet of social psychology is how we can use our knowledge to address social issues and concerns. After all, what is the good of knowledge if we do not apply it to the world around us?  Homelessness has been in the media recently, more specifically rates of homelessness and it’s etiology. Please explain, using our text and from a social psychology standpoint, possible root causes of homelessness.

Q6)

Describe what an observational research study is, and what its strengths and

weaknesses are.

Q7)

Describe the relationship between social status, self-esteem, and self-presentation and how these interact.  Be sure to describe how we achieve/manipulate these concepts within ourselves and how they affect one another and our behavior.