Explain whether you would prefer using the mixed-methods methodology if you go on to conduct human services research one day. Why or why not?

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Your textbook covers both quantitative and qualitative research designs in detail, both of which contain valuable design strategies. However, a third design strategy that can be very useful is the mixed-methods design, in which the researcher combines both the quantitative and qualitative techniques in a single study. In this assignment, you will review the mixed-methods approach to understand its application in human services. Tasks: Search the Argosy University online library resources and the Internet to learn more about the mixed-methods design strategy. In a minimum of 200 words, post your responses to the following: Share what you have learned about the mixed-methods strategy, including the strengths and weaknesses of this type of research design. Explain whether you would prefer using the mixed-methods methodology if you go on to conduct human services research one day. Why or why not? Now, using the Argosy University online library resources, locate a research study in which a mixed-methods design was used and address the following: How were the quantitative and qualitative techniques employed in the study? Why do you think the researcher chose a mixed-methods study over a complete quantitative or qualitative design? If you were the researcher, would you have also chosen to use the mixed-methods design? Why or why not?

Media Fragmentation.

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Your readings in Week 1, in part, describe a common theme of “Media Fragmentation.”  Media fragmentation describes a trend to increasing choice and consumption of a range of media for consumers. These choices include more TV channels, radio stations, magazines, more websites. Media fragmentation implies increased difficulty in reaching target audiences.  Answer the following questions regarding media fragmentation. Thinking within the context of a fragmented media, answer the following questions: A) Does your list of “must have media” reflect your personal values? How? B) Do you feel that media’s targeting of specific groups for specific content has had adverse effects or our society? Positive effects? Explain and cite examples. C) Considering the concept of the Digital Divide as you read in this week’s readings, is it problematic that the internet is becoming driven by economic objectives? Explain your answer. D) After reading 21st Century Communication: A Reference Handbook: Chapter 62: Media Literacy, you read that “media education is a lifelong process.” Give examples of times that you have become enlightened about media, resulting in increased media literacy. Or, if you have no personal examples discuss what situations might force media literacy.           After studying the assigned reading The Handbook of Communication Science, Second Edition: Chapter 15: Mass Media Effects, considering one of the five categories of media effect theories mentioned in the article (learning, socialization, selective exposure, selective presentation, and perceived effects—remember, these are the categories, not the names of the theories themselves) identify one of the theories listed in the article and answer the following questions or prompts. A) Does media directly influence individuals? Explain your answer B) Which of the mass communication theories do you feel most accurately portrays your media experiences? Why? Be sure to provide an example that supports your opinion. C) How involved should the government be in protecting us from media effects? Where do you draw the line between free speech and indecency? Is censorship ever warranted? Make in text citations where necessary, and cite any outside sources that you use. Submit your response in the file submission area for this assignment. If you choose to “add a file” by attaching a MSWord or PDF document, please also copy and paste your response into the comments area.

Describe the characteristics, competencies, skills and traits that an ideal leader possesses and why?

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Your paper should address the following topics: 1. An ideal leader In your opinion, what are the qualities of an ideal leader? Describe the characteristics, competencies, skills and traits that an ideal leader possesses and why? Feel free to come up with a model, visual, audio or example to support your description. When thinking about an ideal leader you might consider a well-known leader like Nelson Mandela, but you can also think about someone from your work, your community or your church like one of the leaders you interviewed for week three. 2. Becoming a Leader From your perspective, what does it take to become a leader in terms of training, education, networking, experience, character development, mentoring etc. and why? 3. My Personal Leadership Development 3.1. Where are you now? Looking at your personal leadership development and your description of your ideal leader earlier in this paper, where are you currently in your development as a leader? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses? 3.2. Where will you be? What are the one or two areas of continuous improvement and how do you intend to work on those?

Explain the connection between nutrition and disease. Be sure to include information on chronic diseases, as well as malnutrition and other leading causes of death.

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Your Paper should address the following points: Explain the connection between nutrition and disease. Be sure to include information on chronic diseases, as well as malnutrition and other leading causes of death. Examine the factors (e.g., social, psychological, philosophical, and physical), contemporary nutrition controversies, and cultural differences that drive our food choices. Analyze the sources and functions of macro- and micronutrients and their impact on our health and well-being. Explain the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of the macronutrients (carbohydrate, protein, and fat). Make sure to appraise the parts of the body involved in these processes. Evaluate the nutritional requirements across the lifespan – from pregnancy to childhood, and from adolescence to adulthood. Create a personal diet modification plan by analyzing your personal diet in terms of nutritional strengths and weaknesses and discussing the changes you plan to make in your own life to better meet the dietary guidelines. Must be a minimum of 6 pages.