Discusion #1

This week we explore the theme of socialization. The process of socialization is hard to identify sometimes because it is a never ending, all consuming process. We are constantly learning the potentials and limitations of our social lives. Primary and secondary agents of socialization are always hammering at us. The readings, as well as the PP identify the major “Agents of socialization” that shape our ideas and behaviors. We all know about the importance of the family as the primary agent of socialization so let’s think for a minute about the major Secondary Agents of Socialization that try to shape our lives. Look at yourself as an “object” for a few minutes and identify the major secondary agents of socialization that attempt to influence and socialize you into this society. Identify the agent and how tries to shape you (medium and message).

 

Answer must be atleast 250 words. Must be done in about 1 hour and a half from now doesnt have to be a whole page 250 words hsouldnt take much long but my deadline to turn it in is in 1 and a half hour 

 

Assignment 2: Sociocultural Impact on Development Now that you know that there are many different areas of impact within the realms of the community, culture, and the media, explore your own experience and reaction to these influences. It is very common for our own experiences as a child to significantly impact our interactions with children if we are not first aware of our experiences, beliefs, and reactions. Reflect upon the community, culture, and media to which you were exposed as a child or an adolescent and then address the following: Which specific aspect do you think had the biggest impact on your own development? What did you learn from your cultural group and your community about who you are as an individual and where you fit in the world? Consider your biggest impact area and do the following: Explain how this area aligns with the research by incorporating information from at least two academic sources to support your statements and ideas. Academic sources could include your textbook, required readings for this module, or academic journal articles found in the Argosy University online library. Who are the major proponents (theorists past or current) of your chosen impact and how did they reach these conclusions? Ask two adults what had the most impact on them. Compare this data from their responses with your own experience and your research about prominent impacts. Write a 2–3-page paper in Word format. Be sure to include separate title and reference pages. Apply APA standards to citation of sources, including use of in-text citations and full references. Academic sources could include your textbook, required readings for this module, or academic journal articles found in the Argosy University online library. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M4_A2.doc. For example, if your name is John Smith, your document will be named SmithJ_M4_A2.doc. By Wednesday, November 5, 2014, deliver your assignment to the M4: Assignment 2 Dropbox. Assignment 2 Grading Criteria Maximum Points Analyzed the impact of a specific aspect of community, culture, or media on your development as a child or adolescent. 8 Described what you learned from your cultural group and your community about who you are as an individual and where you fit in the world. 8 Incorporated information from at least two academic sources in identifying the research that aligned with your biggest influence. 24 Identified the major proponents of the chosen impact area providing reasons for the conclusions of those theorists. 24 Compared and contrasted your experience of chosen impact area and research findings with data from two adults. 16 Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. 20 Total: 100

1. If we consider a gallon of gas as having 100 units of energy, and 25 of those units are used to move the car, what law of thermodynamics accounts for the other 75 units of energy? (Points : 2) the first law the second law 2. Which of these is not a component of a molecule of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)? (Points : 3) adenosine phosphate deoxyribose sugar ribose sugar 3. Glycolysis is a sequence of ______ chemical reactions. (Points : 3) nine six five ten 4. Exergonic reactions produce products with a ___ energy level than that of the initial reactants. (Points : 3) lower higher the same 5. When chemical X is reduced, which of these expressions would be an accurate representation of its reduced state? (Points : 3) XO XH X HX 6. Most enzymes are which kind of organic compound? (Points : 3) carbohydrates lipids proteins none of the above 7. The area on an enzyme where the substrate attaches is called the: (Points : 3) active site allosteric site anabolic site inactive site 8. Which of the following creatures would not be an autotroph? (Points : 3) cactus cyanobacteria fish palm tree 9. The process by which most of the world’s autotrophs make their food is known as: (Points : 3) glycolysis photosynthesis chemosynthesis herbivory 10. Plants are the only organisms that use ATP for the transfer and storage of energy. (Points : 2) True False 11. The colors of light in the visible range (from longest wavelength to shortest) are: (Points : 3) ROYGBIV VIBGYOR GRBIYV ROYROGERS 12. Chlorophyll is a green pigment because it absorbs only the green part of the visible light spectrum. (Points : 2) True False 13. The photosynthetic pigment that is essential for the process to occur is: (Points : 3) chlorophyll a chlorophyll b beta carotene xanthocyanin 14. A photosystem is: (Points : 3) a collection of hydrogen-pumping proteins a series of electron-accepting proteins arranged in the thylakoid membrane a collection of photosynthetic pigments arranged in a thylakoid membrane found only in prokaryotic organisms 15. Which of these molecules is NOT a product of the Electron Transport System? (Points : 3) ATP Water Pyruvate NAD+ 16. The dark reactions require all of these chemicals to proceed except: (Points : 3) ATP NADPH carbon dioxide oxygen 17. The structural unit of photosynthesis, where the photosystems are located, are called: (Points : 3) chlorophylls eukaryotes stroma thylakoids 18. Which of the following does NOT occur during the light independent process? (Points : 3) CO2 is used to form carbohydrates NADPH converts to NADP ADP converts to ATP ATP converts to ADP 19. The production of ATP that occurs in the presence of oxygen is called: (Points : 3) aerobic respiration anaerobic respiration chemiosmosis photosynthesis 20. The first stable chemical formed by the Calvin Cycle is: (Points : 3) RuBP RU/18 PGA PGAL

Assignment 2: Sexual Disconnect

Imagine that you are working as a counselor in an elementary school. A teacher has come to you, concerned that a student in her class might have been sexually abused. She explains that she became concerned when two of her 5-year old male students did not come out of the restroom after she called to them several times from the door. When she went in to check on them, she saw the boys facing each other, with Kyle’s pants around his ankles. Brandon was touching Kyle’s penis and both boys were laughing. In addition to her concern about abuse, the teacher is wondering if the boys could be gay.

• As the counselor, explain to the boys’ teacher whether their behavior is indicative of sexual abuse. Remember to reflect on the research you have learned about, and give details to demonstrate why you might come to that conclusion.
• How would you respond to the teacher’s question about the boys’ sexual orientation, based on research?
• What recommendations should you, as the counselor, give to the teacher?  Keep in mind research pertaining to the promotion of healthy sexual development by parents and schools.

Submit your response to the W4: Assignment 3 Dropbox by Wednesday, June 3, 2015. Your response should be at least 3 pages long, not counting the cover page and reference page.

Do you agree that Americans are less politically involved and community spirited than a few decades ago? Why or Why not? (10 points)

Yes, I definitely agree with opinion about that.  Although millennial generation in the United States has experienced a lot of political activities such as bitter campaigns and 9/11, they would rather to show their interests on grade and performance of major courses. Someone has taken a survey concerns photo identification and basis political knowledge.  Unfortunately, the result is unsatisfied. Millennial generation is really less politically involved. Despite our generation could access to latest news with best technology such as the Internet, we don’t like making time to receive information about current affairs. On the other hand, some of American citizens have a lot of social activities during their leisure time. They would like to stay with friends and gossip on the party. I have to admit this is the best way to avoid alienation of affection with friends. But for someone doesn’t like parties, they prefer to lay on the couch or bed to play video games all the time.

3. How would you define the term plagiarism, and what are the differences between deliberate and accidental plagiarism? (10 points)

We could find the definition about plagiarism on the textbook. Plagiarism may be defined as “submitting material that in part or whole is not entirely one’s own work without attributing those same portions to their correct source.” But for me, I will define this academic dishonesty in a simple way. Plagiarism is the behavior of stealing other’s idea. We may use quotation and paraphrasing in our article, but we should let readers know where it came from. There are some differences between deliberate and accidental plagiarism. Some students do not cheat intentionally, instead committing plagiarism accidentally. Maybe it is from simple carelessness or confusion of writer. On the contrary, deliberate plagiarism is a big deal. For example, some students like using the resource on the internet without any citation. They just put whatever they found in their essay, and pretend it is from their head. Ironically, some student will keep cheating until he or she gets caught.

 

4. Define demagoguery and give an example of someone you consider to be a demagogue of today. (5 points)

We use demagoguery to define those speakers who deceive or manipulate their audience. Tibet’s spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama is a case in point. He instigated disaffection of Tibet citizens by his speech.  Also, he claimed that the Tibetan protest is non-violent, which has twisted the truth. Actually, the violence has prompted the Dalai Lama to consider resigning as the head of the exiled government. In my opinion, politicians should undertake the responsibility of guiding public.  What Dalai Lama did is the best example of a demagogue.