Question 1- Theories

Examine the Moffitt Developmental Theory, Coercion Development Model and the Developmental Dual Systems Model of Adolescent Risk Taking.

Compare and contrast these three development theories.

Which do you agree with the strongest and why? Please bring in outside resources to support your rationale.

Describe Connie’s attitude during the exposition of Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been? How does this this attitude contribute to the story's conflict?

Unit 3: Religion Comparison Table

Compare and Contrast:

At the end of unit 3, use the attached Comparison Chart to compile a table that compares and contrasts the foundational concepts and tenets of:

Hinduism

Judaism

Christianity

Islam

Atheism

Buddhism

Include in the comparison:

the relationship to God(s)

relationship to people

primary scriptures

primary rules of conduct

at least 4 primary beliefs

Using the analysis that you did for the comparison table, explain what you think about each of the different categories of religions.

How does the diversity of religious beliefs benefit all mankind on the planet?

How do people use the diversity of religious beliefs to cause conflicts between groups of people?

Why do you think that so many people ignore the similarities between the different religions and only focus on the ways that they are divided?

Many children with elimination problems experience social problems at school as a result of their condition. What recommendations could be made to school personnel to reduce stigmatization and alienation that arises as a result of elimination accidents? What should a teacher do if a child has an accident in class? Would recommendations be different for soiling and wetting problems?

Identify the fallacy of failed induction in the following argument:

"It is overly pessimistic to think that a global nuclear war would destroy all human life on Earth. The well-known political commentator Glen Beck has presented substantial evidence for this view."

What do you need in order to be happy? Is it better to be satisfied with what you have or to strive to improve it?

Some ethical views say that it always ethically wrong to lie, whereas a utilitarian view says that lying would be permissible if the lie had an overall benefit for people’s happiness. Is it ever wrong to lie? Why or why not? If you answered yes, under what circumstances would lying be okay? Explain.

According to Crocker & Major (1989), one possible consequence of treating a stigmatizing condition is to improved social interactions of the stigmatized individual. How would you evaluate the ethical (moral) implications or consequences of this treatment?

Should students with learning disabilities be entitled to academic accommodations? If so, what accommodations should students with learning disabilities have right to? Should such accommodations be made at all levels of education (i.e., elementary school, secondary school, college and university)? Would granting accommodations to students with learning disabilities be unfair to students without learning disabilities?

Define networking and discuss the importance of networking in achieving one's personal and professional objectives.

Do americans have a right to affordable health care? (Please write a 300 word response)

You have been hired to be the campaign manager for a candidate for Governor of the State of Texas. As campaign manager, you need to develop the campaign plan based on the four of the five (do not worry about campaign organization) components of a modern campaign. Please address the following ... Candidate: A description of the qualifications (personal and professional) of the fictional candidate you will be working for. Create the biography for your candidate, including name, experience, history and characteristics (include political party) for your candidate. Campaign Message: Select one of the campaign messages in the notes and talk about how it will be used in your campaign- it should be a good fit for the candidate you describe. Campaign Strategy: Explain what types of voters are likely to vote for you (based on candidate qualities and campaign message). Campaign Resources: Explain what types of people are most likely to donate money to and work in your campaign.