How would a Utilitarian analyze drug use? Make sure to explicitly apply Utilitarianism, which emphasizes maximizing good consequences for everyone affected by an action, to drug use. What are some of the good and bad consequences of the action? Is there a moral difference between marijuana, cocaine, and alcohol from the perspective of the Ethics of Happiness?  

Select two theories of human intelligence. Describe each theory comparing the similarities of the theories, including how the two theories are different. Which one do you feel explains intelligence more thoroughly or accurately, and why?

Define and differentiate community policing and problem-oriented policing. Provide a specific example and explain how it distinguishes the differences between the two policing models .

Have you ever entered a room to retrieve an object, only to forget why you went into the room in the first place? Your short-term memory betrayed you.

Have you ever been introduced to several people in quick succession, instantly forgetting their names? Again, your short-term memory was to blame.

Short-term memory is limited in duration: Information retained for a period of seconds soon vanishes if not repeated or rehearsed. It is also limited in capacity: as new information enters your working memory buffer, previously stored items are displaced and lost, as can happen during introductions among groups of individuals. Finally short-term memory is susceptible to distraction. Unexpected stimuli, new scenes, or interjections can disrupt your train of thought.

For this Discussion, consider types of short-term memory. Think about strategies to improve short-term memory.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post by Day 4 an example of short-term memory loss that you have experienced. Then explain your short-term memory loss within the context of the working memory model. Finally, explain strategies you might use to improve your short-term memory function.

in your own words Explain how the invention of the modern concept of race in the 1600s benefitted the expansion of the institution of slavery in colonial America? How were people identified before race became a distinctive marker of someone's identity?  What was slavery in colonial America like before that era? Why is the invention of race in America connected to the story of labor, as one of the historians in the episode claims?

Do you think the use of polygraph in the hiring processes for police agencies is an important tool, along with others is effective enough to identify and eliminate unsuitable candidates for employment?

Measurement, external, internal and statistical conclusion validity are the four major types of validity. What does each address, and give an example (1 or 2 sentences) of an experiment that addresses each type of validity? What are the 4 components of external validity, what does each address, and give an example (1 or 2 sentences) of an experiment that addresses each component of external validity? What are the 4 stages of participant selection/sampling and what does each address? What is the difference between a qualitative variable and a quantitative variable and give 4 examples of each? What is the difference between an independent variable and a dependent variable? Give me a simple 1 or 2 sentence study outlining the independent and dependent variables (hint: think cause and effect). 2 pts. If we were going to run an experiment that measures if rise in temperature in a classroom is related to aggression and degree of liking people, how would you operationally define the variables (hint: there are 3 – 2 dependent variables and 1 independent variable)? 2 pts.

(IN YOUR WORDS)  Write down the most important ideas about (thinking is skill) " Breaking free from the limits of traditional thinking. With challenges, we act as though the present way of doing things is not necessarily the best." Dr.bono said

Write your opinion on it and do you agree with author, why?

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ROBIN HOOD

It was in the spring of the second year of his insurrection against the High Sheriff of Nottingham that Robin Hood took a walk in Sherwood Forest. As he walked, he pondered the progress of the campaign, the disposition of his forces, the Sheriff’s recent moves, and the options that confronted him.

The revolt against the Sheriff had begun as a personal crusade, erupting out of Robin’s conflict with the Sheriff and his administration. However, alone, Robin Hood could do little. He therefore sought allies; men with legitimate grievances and a strong sense of justice. Later, he welcomed all who came, asking few questions and demanding only a willingness to serve. Strength, he believed, lay in numbers.

He spent the first year forging the group into a disciplined band, united in their hatred against the Sheriff, and willing to live outside the law. The band’s organization was simple. Robin ruled supreme, making all of the important decisions. He delegated specific tasks to his trusted lieutenants. Will Scarlett was in charge of intelligence and scouting. His main job was to shadow the Sheriff and his men, always alert to their next move. He also collected information on the travel plans of rich merchants and tax collectors. Little John kept discipline among the men and saw to it that their skills in archery were at the high peak that their profession demanded. Scarlock took care of finances, converting loot to cash, paying shares of the take, and finding a suitable hiding place for the surplus. Finally, Munch the Miller’s son had the difficult task of provisioning the ever-increasing band of Merrymen.

The increasing size of the band was both a source of satisfaction and concern for Robin. The fame of his Merrymen was spreading, and the new recruits were pouring in from every corner of England. As the band grew larger, their small bivouac became a major encampment. Between raids the men milled about, talking and playing games. Vigilance was in decline, and discipline was getting harder to enforce. “Why,” Robin reflected, “I don’t even know half the men I run into these days.”

The growing band was also beginning to exceed the food capacity of the forest. Game was getting scarce, and supplies had to be obtained from outlying villages. The cost of buying food was beginning to exceed the band’s financial reserves at the very time moment that revenues were in decline. Traveler’s, especially those with the most to lose were now giving Sherwood Forest a wide berth. This was costly and inconvenient to them, but it was preferable to having all of their goods confiscated. Robin believed that the time had come for the Merrymen to change their policy of outright confiscation of goods to one of a fixed transit fee. His lieutenants strongly resisted the idea. They were proud of the Merrymen’s famous motto: “Rob from the rich to give to the poor.” “The farmers and the townspeople,” they argued “are our most important allies.” “How can we tax them and still hope for their help in our fight against the evil Sheriff of Nottingham?”

Robin wondered how long the Merrymen could keep the ways and methods of their early days. The Sheriff was growing stronger and becoming better organized. He now had the money and the men and was beginning to harass the band, probing for weaknesses. The tide of events was beginning to turn against the Merrymen. Robin felt that the campaign must be decisively concluded before the Sheriff had a chance to deliver a mortal blow. “But how,” we wondered, “could this be done?”

Robin had entertained the possibility of killing the Sheriff, but the chances for this seemed increasingly remote. Besides, killing the Sheriff might satisfy his personal thirst for revenge, but would not improve the situation. Robin had hoped that the perpetual state of unrest, and the Sheriff’s failure to collect taxes, would lead to his removal from office. Instead, the Sheriff used his political connections to obtain reinforcements. He had powerful friends at court and was well regarded by the regent, Prince John.

Prince John was vicious and volatile. He was consumed by his unpopularity among the people, who wanted the imprisoned King Richard back. He also lived in constant fear of the barons, who had first given him the regency but were now beginning to dispute his claims to the throne. Several of the barons had set out to collect the ransom that would release Richard the Lionhearted from his jail in Austria. Robin was invited to join the conspiracy in return for future amnesty. It was a dangerous proposition. Provincial banditry was one thing; court intrigue quite something else. Prince John had spies everywhere, and he was known for his vindictiveness. If the conspirator’s plan failed, the pursuit would be relentless and retributions swift.

The sound of the supper horn startled Robin from his thoughts. There was the sweet smell of Bambi Bourguignon in the air. Nothing was resolved or settled. Robin headed for camp promising himself he would give these matters his utmost attention after tomorrow’s raid.

Will continue Robin Hood case discussion in class. Think of following discussion questions:

- What is the purpose of strategy? (in general terms)

- What strategic problems does Robin Hood have?

- What is the role of the organizational leader as strategist and articulator of global goals?

- What are some issues in this organization's external environment?

- How do stakeholder values or culture influence strategy making?

- What strategy can Robin Hood implement?

What were some of the initiatives of the Great Society? Discuss examples of Great Society programs directed to address: a. the poverty of families, children and the elderly; b. racial discrimination and civil rights; and c. access to health care d. educational opportunity for various groups

Your personality is a relatively enduring set of characteristics that define your individuality and affect your interactions with the environment.

• Define: Differential continuity, Intra-individual variability, and Mean-level change.
• How do Continuity, Change, and Variability co-exist?
• How have your personality traits changed over time? What about an older adult in your life – have you observed personality trait changes in these individuals?

Use outside sources to support your answer

Daoism has a number of sects. List and describe some of them.

Describe evidence that natural selection has shaped human abilities for acquiring conditioned fears.

Apply the three characteristics of Perkin’s smart schools by describing several organizational structures, or common routines, that once established might lead to the type of school Perkins identifies as smart.