Assignment 1: Discussion—Characteristics of Effective Teams

Based on your knowledge from a past or present job, explain the difference between a group and a team.

Would you say you were a part of a group or a team while working in that job?



Now, identify a team that you were a part of and describe the advantages that you derived from being a member of the team. Include responses to the following:



Would you characterize your role as effective?

How could you have been a better team member?

What role(s) did you or the leader play in making the team effective?

How could the leader have made the team more effective?

Write your initial response in a minimum of 200–300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.



Provide substantive comments by contributing new, relevant information or quotes from course reading, academic and trade journals, company websites, or other sources; building on the remarks or questions of others; or sharing practical examples of key concepts from your professional or personal experiences.

Make sure your writing is clear, concise, and organized; demonstrates ethical scholarship through accurate representation and attribution of sources; and displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Please carefully read the agreement. I want all 2015 references, citations throughout the body of the paper, and American references ONLY please.

 

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3 page essay

Both Bradstreet and Taylor write on the subject of the death of young children. One of the most interesting aspects common to both is the interplay between grief, faith, and acceptance. Compare and contrast their treatments. It would be fruitful to consider, among other elements, diction level, titles, and poignant inclusions and omissions.

3 page (1000 words) essay typed, double spaced, twelve pt font, Times New Roman

 

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1) Discussion:  Framing and Resolving the Problem

Directions: Please answer BOTH of the questions.

Question A

Describe the model of “respect to persons” to common morality, explain its purpose in society, and then provide examples (from either your work experiences or from Internet search) of implementing the model using one of the three approaches: “Golden Rule”, “Self Defeating” and “The Rights”.

Question B

Discuss what is meant by creative middle way solutions. How do these solutions help in making decisions?

2) Paper:  Framing and Resolving the Problem

1. Investigate utilitarianism on the internet and answer the following questions: (write at least 3 paragraphs)
   1. Where did this ethical theory originate from?
   1. What are the basic ideas of this theory?
   1. How can we apply this ethical theory to our personal and professional lives?
2. Read the case study “Allowing defective chips to go into the market” on the internet athttp://www.onlineethics.org/Resources/Cases/DefectiveChips.aspx#solep. Comment on the creative middle way solutions presented in the case to solve the problem. (use the template: Evaluating the Case Study)

 

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Research Paper must demonstrate the understanding of new learning in project management and how it relates to cost and value management. This assignment should be six or more pages (not including the title and reference pages) and should integrate the reading, multimedia, and class discussions. It is mandatory to have research from the classroom text, as well = as at least three scholarly sources from the Internet or Ashford Online Library to support your views.

Consider the validity of your sources carefully before using them in academic papers. It is recommended to use examples from your professional experience where possible or build from your learning in the discussion boards.

Focus of the Research Paper

Use at least one project you have been a team member of or a project manager for as an example to contextualize the research topics below: 
All of the following topics must be addressed in order for the paper to be complete: <= /span>

• Discuss the importance of work packages to support the creation and use of the WBS.
• Examine how to establish a cost and schedule performance measurement baseline.
• Present examples of EVM and how it will help the PM understand project status.
• Examine how the PM uses project control charts to show project status= and present value.
• Recommend an effective change management process to ensure a successful project.  

Writing the Research Paper
The Research Paper:

• Must be six or more double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide.
• Must include a cover page that includes:
  – Title of Paper
  – Student’s name
  – Course name and number
  – Instructor’s name
  – Date submitted
• Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.
• Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
• Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis = and a conclusion paragraph.
• Must use at least three outside sources from the Internet or Ashford Online Library.
• Must use APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide to document all sources.
• Must include, on the final page, a Reference Page that is completed according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide.

 

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Strategic Planning [CLOs: 1,5,6]

Discuss the elements of strategic management and explain why it is crucial to an organization’s survival. Using a company as an example, explain the difference between a strategy and a business model. Please discuss in 200-250 words.  

Leadership [CLOs: 1,5]

Leadership is the ability to influence people toward the attainment of goals. The changing of the environment in which most organizations are operating has significantly influenced leadership systems in recent years, and has contributed to a shift in how we think about and practice leadership.
Analyze how leadership is changing in today’s organizations, including Level 5 leadership, servant leadership, and transformational leadership.  Please discuss in 200-250 words.  

 

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