Create a mock SPSS data set.

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For this assignment, you will submit a total of three files: two SPSS data files and one MS Word document.

Complete the following:

  1. Create a data file in SPSS and enter the data presented in the table located in section 3.5 of chapter 3 in your textbook. Save this SPSS data file.
  2. Create a mock research project. Respond to the following three questions.
    1. Considering your area of research interest, briefly state your area and a possible research project related to the area (150-500 words)
    2. Pose one or more null and alternative hypotheses that follow from the possible research project.
    3. List at least 10 variables that would be collected in your mock research project that would be used to answer the hypotheses. After each variable list the variable name you will use in SPSS (Section C), the level of measurement (binary, nominal, ordinal, interval, or ratio), and the possible range of scores. Feel free to be creative.
  3. Create a mock SPSS data set.
    1. Open a data file in SPSS and enter in a set of mock data for the research project you describe in Part B. (Note: It is important that you do not collect real data for this activity; you cannot collect data without IRB approval).
    2. You must enter 10 rows of data for each of the 10 variables (that is, create data for 10 mock participants). Each row represents the scores of each mock participant on the ten variables.
    3. Participant #1 must have missing data for Variable #3. Ensure this is coded correctly

 

Complete the following:

Part A
In Part A, you will be creating visual displays of data. You will copy and paste output you created while working in Chapter 4 into an MS Word document. Please read the instructions below to ensure you are pasting the correct material into your document (In this chapter, you create many charts but not all are required for this assignment).

  1. Using the data set: DownloadFestival.sav, create a boxplot for males and females for the variable Day1. It is important that you change the outlier identified to 2.02 prior to creating the boxplot. Be sure to save the data set with a new name, indicating it is the corrected data set (outlier identified and corrected). Save this boxplot, with an appropriate title in your document.
  2. Using the data set: ChickFlick.sav, create a simple bar chart for independent means. The variables you will use are: Arousal, Film, and Gender (grouping variable). Be sure to display error bars and save your chart with an appropriate title in your document.
  3. Using the data set: Hiccups.sav, create a clustered bar chart for related means. The variables you will use are: Baseline, Tongue Pulling, Carotid Artery Massage, Digital Rectal Massage. Be sure to display error bars, include labels for the X- and Y-axis, and save your chart with an appropriate title in your document.
  4. Using the data set: Text Messages.sav (note: you may see an additional data set with the same name: TextMessages.sav – either will create the correct output), create a clustered bar chart for mixed designs. The variables you will use are: Time1, Time2, and Group. Be sure to display error bars, include labels for the X- and Y-axis, and save your chart with an appropriate title in your document.
  5. Using the data set: Exam Anxiety.sav, create a scatterplot that includes a regression line. The variables you will use are: Exam Performance and Exam Anxiety. Be sure to include the regression line and save your chart with an appropriate title in your document.

Part B
Why Exploratory Data Analysis? Write a short paragraph that highlights your understanding of why exploratory data analysis is a critical part of any analytical strategy (500 Word limit). To receive full credit for this assignment, you must show a high level of understanding the importance of exploring data visually.

Assignment 2: LASA # 1: Literature Review Paper

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The purpose of this assignment is to provide you with the opportunity to select a topic in the particular area in which you have an occupational or research interest, and to complete a literature review of the topic, using a minimum of ten scholarly references. This will allow you to demonstrate mastery of the program outcomes for the B.A. psychology program at Argosy University. A helpful Web site for organizing and writing a literature review is www.wisc.edu/writing/Handbook/ReviewofLiterature.html.

You may also want to review the following documents that are available in the Doc Sharing area of the course:

  • A sample literature review,
  • a PowerPoint document illustrating how to set up your word processor for APA style
  • a “Guide for Writing a Literature Review”

Based on your review of the most recent, relevant research findings on your chosen topic, submit a final version of your literature review paper, integrating feedback received from your instructor. Be sure to include a research/focal question, synthesis of the literature you reviewed, well-established conclusions, and points of discussion and/or future research.

  • Begin the review by defining the objective of the paper. Introduce the reader to your focal question. What is this question intended to address? You may state your “question” in the form of a problem if you like. Describe the topic for your literature review and why you chose this topic. Explain why you think it is important. It is also useful to tell the reader how the review is organized in your introduction section, before you the transition into the body of the review.
  • Organize your literature review paper by themes/theories/concepts, rather than article by article. If there is one major theme you want to highlight, state the theme. If there are three major themes or streams of thought on the topic, briefly name them—and then organize the balance of your literature review around those three streams. Think of themes, theories, concepts, lines of thought, and ideas as organizing strategies for your literature review. Your creativity in this assignment is not the content or findings but the clarity with which you organize the review and create a context for understanding the focal question.
  • When you are done introducing the first line of thought, create a new paragraph to discuss studies which present another line of thought or opposing view.
  • Your literature review should hit the high points of each article. You should not discuss a single article, one by one, like a grocery list. Zero in on the main theme or finding and then move on to the next theme. Remember, this is a synthesis, an integration of all the things you have learned. You are creating a discussion on paper, which in turn gives the reader a context for understanding where the scholarship has been, where it is currently, and where it likely will be heading next. Provide enough details to help the reader understand the significance of the studies you cite without “rebuilding Rome.” Be sure to evaluate the studies and offer critical comments on any shortcomings you’ve observed or that have been reported by the authors.
  • Discuss the main findings and their implications. Given the results of your literature review, what is/are the prevailing argument(s)? What research question could you ask in order to further develop this area of study and contribute to the existing body of knowledge? Complete your review by drawing conclusions about your body of research and identifying gaps in the research which still remain to be explored, maybe even by you! Make an argument as to why your research question is important and relevant to the current work being done on your topic.

Requirements

Apply current APA standards for editorial style, expression of ideas, and formatting of the text, headings, citations, and references. Remember to use your own words to describe and evaluate the articles. Avoid quoting the material and also cite works when you are discussing someone else’s ideas. Your paper should be double-spaced and in 12 point, Times New Roman font with normal one-inch margins, written in APA style, and free of typographical and grammatical errors. It should include a title page with a running head, an abstract and a reference page. The body of the paper should be no less than 5–6 pages in length.

Submit your review paper to the M3: Assignment 2 Dropbox by Wednesday, November 11, 2015.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria
Maximum Points
Description of the focal question or problem is clear and thorough.

Explanation of the relevance of the topic to the field of psychology is clear.
36
Analysis of themes, theories, or concepts is clear and complete.

Discussion of articles clearly relates to those themes, theories, or concepts (instead of discussing each article individually).
40
Choice of articles is appropriate, both in quality and quantity: they directly address the thesis.

Their evaluation is based on their relation to themes, theories, or concepts.

Evaluation includes discussion of the methodology, and a discussion of any obvious shortcomings.
40
Provides well-supported conclusions.

Suggestions for future research are appropriate and discuss how future research will contribute to the field.
40
Introduction has a clear opening, provides background information, and states the topic.

The paper is organized around an arguable, clearly stated thesis statement.

Transitions are appropriate and help the flow of ideas.

Conclusion summarizes main argument and has a clear ending.
12
Writing follows conventions of spelling and grammar throughout.  Errors are infrequent and do not interfere with readability or comprehension.
12
Using APA format, accurately paraphrased, quoted, and cited in many spots throughout when appropriate or called for. Errors present are somewhat minor.
16
Writing remains in third person throughout writing.

Word choice is accurate, clear and appropriate for the audience.
4
Total:
200

 

Does Bilingualism Improve Brain Functioning?

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For this assignment address the following:

  • Examine various theories of human development, describing relevant terminology, and addressing how the theory assists in the understanding of issues involved in the selected topic.
  • Identify and describe at least two domains of human development (physical, biological, emotional, cognitive, and/or social) and how they are impacted by the chosen topic.
  • Identify and describe the stages of development that are affected by the chosen topic.
  • Describe the cultural and historical perspectives of the chosen topic, demonstrating an understanding of how the topic has been perceived over time and by other cultures. Provide relevant examples.

Writing the Assignment

The Assignment:

  1. Must be two to three double-spaced pages in length (excluding title and references pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  2. Must include a title page with the following:
    1. Title of paper
    2. Student’s name
    3. Course name and number
    4. Instructor’s name
    5. Date submitted
  3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
    1. Begin with an introduction to the selected topic in which you define all concepts that will be discussed in the paper.
    2. For example, if you select “How do memory and intelligence change as we age?” as your topic, you will need to define the terms memory, intelligence and aging.
  4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
  5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
    1. Conclude with an answer to the selected question. Did the evidence you surveyed answer the question satisfactorily? Including your analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the available evidence.
    2. If possible, suggest the course that future research should take if answers to the selected question are less than conclusive.
  6. Must use at least two scholarly sources, all of which must come from the Ashford University Library or Google Scholar.
    1. It is important that you ask yourself if the articles specifically address the selected topic. It is not always easy to find the right articles. Thus, give yourself some time to search before you finalize your selection.
    2. You may reference your textbook and other required materials from the course; however, these will not fulfill the resource requirements.
  7. Must include an annotated bibliography which briefly summarizes each article including the purpose of the investigation, its methodology, and results.
    1. If possible, select peer-reviewed articles that summarize the evidence available in a given field of study (e.g., meta-analysis combines the findings of different studies to uncover trends, commonalities and differences).
    2. Order the articles in the way you think you will discuss them in your paper. Then develop a summary of the scientific evidence that answers the question you selected.
  8. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
  9. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
    1. The reference section will be the final page of the paper.

 

Choose a place to observe where you can see and hear but are unobtrusive.

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Application: Building Rel

Cultivating Relationships and Family Partnerships

Environmental Assessment and Interview Form

Name and Type of Program:

Ages of Children Served:

Before you begin, thank the professional and provide a brief overview of your assignment.

Part 1: Observation

For each of the following factors, indicate supporting evidence in the right-hand column. If absent, please indicate. Add the two factors you have chosen at the bottom of the chart.

Note: It may be difficult to observe family involvement and partnership in the short amount of time you are observing in this setting. If you do not see any of the factors below, make a note to ask the teacher in your interview about whether they are a part of the program. Your interview should provide you with much more information to round out your view of the ways in which this program builds relationships and cultivates family partnerships.

Factor Evidence
Children’s families are reflected in the classroom  
Effective strategies for communication with families are utilized  
There is collaboration between families and professionals  
There is meaningful dialogue between families and professionals  
Family diversity is respected/reflected in the environment  
[The additional factor that you have chosen to observe]

 

  
[The additional factor that you have chosen to observe]  

Part 2: Interview

Professional’s Role in Program:

Interview Questions:

1. How do you learn about individual families?

2. How is dialogue between staff and families encouraged?

3. What opportunities exist for family involvement? How are these opportunities tailored to family interests, strengths, needs, cultural backgrounds, and areas of expertise?

4. In what ways do you work to understand different families’ cultural expectations?

5. What policies specifically reflect a commitment to developing relationships and effective partnerships?

6. What strategies are used to communicate with families on an ongoing basis?

7. How are home-school relationships cultivated?

8. What partnerships exist between the program and community to support families?

9. Is there anything else you would like to share that would help me better understand the ways in which you build and value relationships and family partnerships?

© Laureate Education, Inc

ationships and Partnering with Families: Program Perspective

Implementing quality, effective practices in early childhood settings requires not only understanding of what these practices consist, but also the ability to recognize and assess their presence or absence. In this Application Assignment, you will utilize the assessment instrument provided in your Required Resources, adding at least two factors to the instrument that you feel are integral to assessing the quality of family partnerships. You will also interview a teacher or program director at the site to give you a more complete understanding of the program and practices. The last part of this assignment requires you to reflect on the quality of practices in this setting relative to these targeted factors and what you have been learning throughout these past two weeks.

Plan

  • Print out and review the Cultivating Relationships and Family Partnerships Environmental Assessment and Interview Form.
  • Add two factors that you believe will help you better assess the program and practices.
  • Review the interview portion of the assignment, making sure you fully understand each question prior to making your observation/interview appointment.
  • Make sure that you have all materials that you need to conduct the observation and interview prior to arriving at the scheduled observation/interview time.
  • Arrive on time.

Implement

  • Choose a place to observe where you can see and hear but are unobtrusive.
  • Conduct the interview in an area that is convenient for the professional, being respectful of his or her schedule.
  • Keep the following observation guidelines in mind:
    • Try to not make assumptions; objectivity is essential.
    • Record what you observe.
    • Note any questions you would like to ask in the interview.
    • Remember that you are observing one moment in time and so are not privy to specific circumstances and/or situations that may be affecting individual children or staff.
    • Try to keep to the time span that you agreed upon for the observation and be sure to thank the teacher(s) in the room and the person you interview.

Reflect on your observation and interview. Review your notes and consider the knowledge and insights you gained from this experience. Include the following:

  • Summarize your observation and interview experience.
  • Describe the ways in which what you learned from your observation and interview reflected and/or contradicted what you have learned about effective programs and practice designed to cultivate relationships and form partnerships with families.
  • Based on your assessment of the program’s effectiveness, what practices do you feel should be continued? What additional suggestions would you make? What is your rationale for these suggestions?

For this assignment, submit:

  • Your completed Cultivating Relationships and Family Partnerships Environmental Assessment and Interview Form
  • Your Reflection, citing specific examples from your observation and interview

Submit this assignment by Sunday of this week.7

I attached the worksheet for thid assignment

Sources that should be used for this assignment

 

Required Resources

 

  • Article: Goode, T. (2001). The role of self-assessment in achieving cultural competence. Retrieved from http://nccc.georgetown.edu/documents/selfassessment.pdf
  • Article: Goode, T. (2009). Promoting cultural and linguistic competency. Self-assessment checklist for personnel providing services and supports in early intervention and early childhood settings. Retrieved from http://nccc.georgetown.edu/documents/ChecklistEIEC.pdf