In the United States, a significant number of the current population is uninsured. Reducing that number is critical to maintaining a healthy population

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In the United States, a significant number of the current population is uninsured. Reducing that number is critical to maintaining a healthy population. The federal government plays a large role in healthcare and sets the standards, regulations, and policies. In most industries, market-based competition is the primary incentive for sellers to maximize the quality of their product or service and to limit the cost. This is true to a much more limited degree in healthcare.

In the discussion topic, consider the following:

  • What is the government’s role in healthcare? How does the government impact healthcare organizations?
  • How does health insurance impact healthcare delivery?
  • How can we reduce the number of uninsured people while maximizing quality and access and minimizing costs?

Support your answer with relevant resources.

Complete a tutorial or online activity with specific questions to be answered

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Guidelines will be uploaded E-book uploaded in 4 shared (use this for the reference)

Each assessment involves the following three tasks:

  1. Task A: Answer the learning objectives [about 100 words per objective – usually four (4), so that’s 100 x 4 = 400 words].
  2. Task B: Complete a tutorial or online activity with specific questions to be answered [about 200 words]
  3. Task C. In about 100 words, apply (or explain) some aspect of this material to your life (or your future life).

Burton, L., Westen, D., &Kowlaski, R. (2015). Psychology (4th ed.). Milton, Australia: John Wiley. You can use either the 3rd or 4th edition, but the 4th edition, which is the latest edition is recommended.

What are the limitations and disadvantges of using this theory to describe someone’s personality? Are there any advantages to this theory?

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There are two choices for this question. Choose one question for your main post. Be sure to label which choice you selected in your main post. Please address all parts of the question in your main post. Besides your main post, you need to submit two or more replies to the main posts of classmates. You should post at least one reply to a classmate who answered the alternative question.

Choice 1
1.Looking at the various personality theories you read, which one seems to “fit” or make the most sense to you? Explain your reasoning?
2.Now use the Big 5 Trait theory to describe the individual internal qualities and preferences. You can include what motivates the person as well. 
3.Now imagine using one of the other theories to describe your personality OR the personality of someone you know.
4.What are the limitations and disadvantges of using this theory to describe someone’s personality? Are there any advantages to  this theory?
5.Compared to when you began this course, how much are personality qualities were “biologically fixed” and how much was shaped by the environment and experiences? 
Choice 2

In 1995, Judith Rich Harris proposed that adolescents learn more from their peers than from their parents. She challenged one of the most deeply held beliefs in both our society and academic psychology – the assumption that “parents socialize children”.
1.Read Harris’s article :http://eds.b.ebscohost.com.library.esc.edu/ehost/detail/detail?sid=b203cb36-c727-41b1-bc6d-9b146c82b3c2%40sessionmgr114&crlhashurl=login.aspx%253fdirect%253dtrue%2526db%253dpdh%2526AN%253d1995-40091-001%2526site%253dehost-live&hid=108&vid=0&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d%3d
2.You are advised to make some notes about pros and cons of  the author’s argument
3.How convincing is Harris’ case? Why or why not? 
4.Regardless of how convincing is Harris, what might be alternative explanations for her reasoning?
5.Cite facts and research from your readings about human development to back up your conclusions.

What does the author of The Washington Post article mean by “Misinformation is Everywhere…?” What are the issues he raises to make the point and what are the strategies we can use to prevent misinformation and fake news?

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This requires you to reread the material posted in Content for this course as well as insights from additional readings to provide specific examples and explanations. 

Each answer should be detailed.  Indicate the sources of ideas you use.  If you make a claim or a general statement, support it with evidence from your readings and research.

Structure your answers well.  Each answer should be about one page long with an introduction, well-organized paragraphs, and a conclusion.  Your introduction should make the main point and/or points and then develop them in the body of the essay.

1.  What does the author of The Washington Post article mean by “Misinformation is Everywhere…?”  What are the issues he raises to make the point and what are the strategies we can use to prevent misinformation and fake news?

2.  With examples from controversial issues in American politics, discuss the differences between Liberals and Conservatives on the following issues:  Abortion; Immigration; Gay Rights; The Trump Presidency.  Explain how you were politically socialized to understand these issues and why?

3.  According to Jonathan Haidt, what are the foundations of our morality and how do these affect how we think about political issues in the United States today.

4.  Based on your readings and research, discuss how to fight fake news today.  How and why will it be difficult to eliminate fake news?  Your answers must be supported by evidence.