Students should locate natural settings for these observations (e.g., friend or family homes, child
care settings, backyards, playgrounds, malls, senior centers, restaurants, etc.) in which there
exists a strong potential for interaction partners to be observed. You are free to use relatives
and/or friends! Students should observe each set of interaction partners for a
minimum of three
hours
(all at once or in multiple time frames), focusing on
verbal and nonverbal
communication
for each person for each assignment, and then complete a written summary.
Students must follow this format for each written summary of their observations:
I.
Introduction:
o
   This section must include a detailed description of what research and theory
explain are the typical interaction patterns, communication skills and abilities
and/or, language skills one would expect to see in the age groups of each
interaction partner. For example, if you are observing a child and an adult, you
must explain what the research/theory says are the typical interaction patterns,
communication skills and abilities of BOTH the adult AND the child. If you only

discuss one or the other, points will be deducted.
o
   This entire section must be grounded in
communication research and theory
using
only scholarly, academic sources websites are NOT acceptable sources for any
assignment in this class. Each paper should have a minimum of 4 scholarly
sources.
o
   This section should be a minimum of approximately 2-3 pages in length
II.
Narrative:
o
   This section must contain rich, detailed descriptions of the specific behaviors and
interactions of BOTH partners that you observe during your time observing the
interaction partners.
o
   This section must accurately reflect the amount of time you spent observing the
interaction partners. Brief, cursory descriptions are not enough.
o
   This section must also include as many details as possible in order to accurately
describe the skills and abilities of each interaction partner exhibited during your
observations.
o
   This section should be a minimum of approximately 3-4 pages in length
III.
Assessment:
o
   This section must include your assessment of whether the interactive partners are
communicating the way research and theory says they should be communicating.
You must explain if both partners are interacting in ways research/theory say they
should be interacting.
o
   Your assessment must be based upon your observations in comparison with what
one would expect to see while watching the interactive partners communicate.
o
   Each statement of assessment must include evidence from your observations and
from the communication research and theory.
o
   This section is where you combine your introduction information and observation
information to prove your assessment is accurate. Yes, ideally you will be
repeating information from the introduction, narrative and including more outside
empirical evidence to fully support your assessment of the interactive partners.
o
   Again, this section must be ground in communication research and theory
combined with evidence from your observations.
o
   As stated previously, websites are NOT acceptable sources for any assignment in
this class.
o
   This section should be a minimum of approximately 3-4 pages in length

IV.
Complete APA-style Reference List
o
   All source materials must be listed and properly documented throughout each
assignment.

 All work must be: typed using a 12pt, Times New Roman font, with 1inch margins,
double-spaced.

 Bullet points/lists of any kind cannot be used in these assignments

Does not need to be more than 1 page at most with citations.

Contrast the Classical Theory Behaviorism/Learning and Contemporary Theory Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience.  Specifically, identify important similarities and differences, including an explanation of the strengths and limitations of each theory in explaining developmental processes (i.e., cognitive, physical, and social-emotional).  The descriptions should be in paragraph form, not bullet points.

Discuss The definition of Lifespan/Developmental Psychology. Choose one social problem of rejection, peer pressure or bullying Apply the principles of Lifespan Psychology to interpret the social problem you have chosen (rejection, peer pressure, or bullying).

The Assignment must consist of 700-800 words in APA 6th Edition format. The 700-800 words count includes the Introduction, Thesis Statements, Body, and Conclusion. The 700-800 words count does not include the Title Page nor Reference page.

According to the Autism Society in America, autism “knows no racial, ethnic or social boundaries” (Boutot 2017, p.4).  Is this statement accurate?  Are there differences in the prevalence of autism across race/ethnicity?  Are there factors that may influence children from different races/cultures in the identification/diagnosis of ASD?  Are there differences in family adaptation to the autism diagnosis?  Express your opinion and address these questions based on documented facts/research. (Use APA)

Please answer each question separately and in complete paragraphs (at least 3 and APA).

1. Describe the impact of autism on all members of the family. (parents and siblings)

2. Describe the changing effects of ASD through the life span (infancy, early childhood, elementary years, adolescence and adulthood)

3. Describe the selection of interventions in home-based interventions.

4. Explain three limitations and/or problems related to the exclusive use of consequences strategies to modify the behavior of students with autism.

5. What are the steps for completing functional behavior assessment? Why should it be conducted, and who should be involved in the process?

6. Explain the benefits and limitations of embedded instruction on the learning and various academic, social, and communication behaviors of students with autism.

Write a 750-1,000-word assignment that gives a general overview of commonly used substance use disorder treatment approaches. In addition, you are to select two common approaches and compare their similarities and differences.

Include the following in your assignment: 

• A brief description of two common empirically researched substance use disorder treatments. Choose from either Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, or Solution-focused Brief Therapy.  
• A discussion about the differences of each treatment listed.
• A discussion about which method you would prefer to use and why.
• A list of professionals who may be involved in treatment, their role, and how you would coordinate treatment with them.
• A minimum of two scholarly sources.

**I have chosen Solution-focused brief therapy and Cognitive Behavioral therapy****

Consider using the following level-one APA headings in your paper to help organize the content:

• Overview of Treatment Approaches to Addictions Counseling
• Treatment Differences
• Preferred Method and Rationale
• Treatment Professionals

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,

*** Please include an Intro or Conclusion

*** FIND 2 PEER-REVIEWED SOURCES 

• Not web pages. Scholarly = Peer-Reviewed / Published
• Aim to use current resources as well. 

Please notice that the Rubric identifies the scoring levels of this assignment in the following manner:

• Excellent (100%) Thorough, Well-Reasoned, Fully Supported by Scholarly Sources, Rich in Detail
• Good (87%) Thorough and Well-Reasoned, supported only by Course Materials, No Additional Research Included
• Satisfactory (79%) Accurate and Complete, Not Comprehensive, No Support Evident
• Less Than Satisfactory (74%) Incomplete or Flawed Response, but still receives a passing score due to attempt with some information included deserving of points.
• Unsatisfactory (0%

Career Exploration

Part 1: Take a moment to review the O*NET website, which is a great repository of occupations and job fields.

1. Make a list of at least two career paths that interest you and/or two skills that you would like to employ in your career. For example, you could search for “university teaching” or “counseling” for career paths, or “writing” or “problem solving” for skills.
2. Search for those positions or skills by navigating to the O*NET website and either searching in the Occupation Search box for careers or clicking on Advanced Search and using the Browse by O*NET Data drop down menu to search by abilities, interests, knowledge, or skills.
3. Take note of at least two “related” occupations that intrigue you from your search results. Click on the hyperlinks for these positions and read the descriptions of these occupations.
4. Write 100-250 words about your findings and how they might have shaped your perspective on career possibilities.

Part 2: In this reflection journal, read through the below course learning outcomes for this class and think about how these concepts relate to the job information you explored. How do you expect to apply these outcomes in your current and future career? How could you use the knowledge you are learning to go beyond managing to leading in your career? As a leader, what strategies could you use at work to build more inclusive relationships among colleagues and teams? Write an additional 100-250 words relating the concepts in the course outcomes and leadership to your thoughts on your career and/or any relevant findings from O*NET.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Explain the historical, philosophical, and empirical foundations of the field of organizational psychology and the psychology of leadership.
2. Summarize the major tenets of pre-modernism, modernism, and post-modernism as they apply to the field of psychology.
3. Evaluate how the history of organizational psychology has helped to shape important contemporary psychological theories and issues of leadership and leading organizations.
4. Discuss the relevance of issues of diversity as they are related to the history of the psychology of leadership, with particular emphasis on how diversity issues have been handled historically and how people from diverse backgrounds have struggled in gaining influence in the field.
5. Compare and contrast psychological theories of leadership in order to determine their foundational philosophical assumptions and values.
6. Develop critical comparative skills in order to determine important similarities and differences in the various approaches to the psychology of leadership.

Point Value: 2 Points

ALL WORK MUST BE COMPLETED ON TIME AND MUST BE ALL ORIGINAL AS IT GOES THROUGH A TURNITIN PROGRAM ALSO  ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED IN FULL DETAIL  AND ALL PAPERS MUST BE OF QUALITY OR IT WILL NEED TO BE REDONE AND OR REFUNDED IF IT IS A PLAGIARIZED PAPER IT WILL NEED TO BE REDONE AND REFUNDED!

 ALL DETAILS ARE  UPLOADED 

  Compare different critical thinking models, and share your understanding of synthesis. Become familiar with different critical thinking models, and understand why critical thinking is so important. Analyze the resources you found for your Annotated Bibliography to find themes and synthesize those resources into a cohesive review.

 In this week’s discussion, you will compare and contrast different models of critical thinking and provide examples

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking is the foundation of many skills in the field of psychology. In this course, you will need these skills for this week’s discussion and both of your remaining assignments. Explore definitions and strategies for critical thinking in psychology by completing the following:

• Facione, P. A. (2015). . Retrieved from http://www.insightassessment.com/pdf_files/what&why2006.pdf
  • Provides a simple definition and examples of critical thinking in everyday situations.
• Read and complete the self-assessment to determine how you apply critical thinking in your life.
• Granello, D. H. (2001) . Counselor Education & Supervision, 40(4), 292307.
  • This article contains strategies for improving the complexity of your thinking and writing in the field of psychology.
• Read and spend some time reviewing Paul and Elder’s elements of thought.
  • Think about how you might apply them to your own thinking, to your peers’ writing, and to scholarly articles.
• Foundation for Critical Thinking. (2007).  Available from http://www.criticalthinking.org/
• View Bloom’s Taxonomy. This media presentation provides an introduction to the model and its use in practice.

What did you learn about this week that grabbed your attention or caused you to think more deeply about it? In previous weeks, you located and evaluated high-quality research to support your practice in the field of psychology. This week, you added critical thinking tools to your repertoire to further critique research and its relevance to research questions and practice. You were introduced to the following models that support critical thinking:

• .
• Facione’s
• Paul and Elder’s elements of thought from .

For this discussion:

• What interested you about these theories?
• How do they play a role in your personal or professional life?
• How do you see them applied in the world around you or in current events?
• How could you imagine using each model as a practitioner-scholar working in your specialization?

If you have any trouble understanding these models or the strategies in the article, , use this discussion to receive support from your peers and instructor to work through your challenges.

Assignment Instructions

Now that you have examined the literature and developed the structure for your proposed group, it is time to put the pieces together. Assume your supervisor has asked you to assemble all your work to present to the rest of the clinical team. Consider the feedback you have received from the previous assignments and complete the following:

• Section 1: Compare and contrast the applicability of different group leadership or facilitation styles and approaches (revise from Unit 3 assignment).
• Section 2: Integrate theoretical orientation and group leadership and facilitation styles into the group structure and development processes and support choices with recent academic research (revise from Unit 7 assignment).
• Section 3: Based on your analysis of the research, develop a succinct plan appropriate for the selected group topic and population. Include session activities and interventions aligning with measurable group outcomes established in Unit 7 assignment. Make sure that your plan:
  • Addresses key ethical and legal issues (revise from Unit 3 assignment).
  • Incorporates multicultural and diversity awareness, knowledge, and skills (revise from Unit 3 assignment).
  • Is based on a specific major counseling theory.
  • Supports therapeutic factors of a group in the working stage (see Chapter 5 of your Group Counseling: Concepts and Procedures text ).

Use the Unit 9 Assignment Paper Template and other helpful links in Resources to prepare your assignment. Be sure to review the assignment scoring guide before submitting your completed assignment to ensure that you meet all criteria.

Submission Requirements

Your Group Proposal should meet the following requirements:

• Written communication: Written communication must be grammatically correct and free of errors that detract from the overall message. Writing should be consistent with graduate-level scholarship.
• APA formatting: Title page, main body, and references should be formatted according to current APA style and formatting.
• Number of resources: Minimum of 10 scholarly resources. Distinguished submissions typically exceed this minimum.
• Length of paper: 1012 typed, double-spaced pages plus title and reference pages. Abstract and Table of Contents are not necessary.
• Font: Times New Roman, 12 point.