Final Project: Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling

Families face many challenges in today’s world and marriage, couple, and family counselors (MCF) are the professionals who help families navigate difficult times. Families are a working system and each element of that system impact the operation of the system and the individual members. Issues such as substance abuse, family violence, divorce, mental illness, infidelity, and child abuse present counselors with numerous treatment challenges. As an MCF counselor, will you be ready to address them?
For the Final Project, you will consider the clients in the solution focused YouTube videos you viewed earlier in the course (see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjdJhdA9mE4&list=PLgswj8XPfriWqAECgkNLXLjG vjUXdfSYQ)
For your Final Project, you are to develop an assessment and intervention plan for one of the clients in the videos and present it in an academic paper with scholarly references from the professional literature (e.g., Journal of Family Therapy, Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, The Family Journal, Journal of Marriage and Family Counseling, Journal of Contemporary Family Therapy, Journal of Counseling and Development).

Your project should include all of the following sections:

1. Legal and ethical considerations regarding the family circumstances 2. Multicultural considerations
3. Identify any family life cycle considerations
4. Theoretical counseling model you would use in the case with rationale 5. Specific issues facing the family
6. Assessment techniques you would use in the case with rationale
7. Intervention plan for the family
8. Research (at least five references) that support your intervention plan
9. Prognosis for the family
10. A reflection on your learning experience in this course and your preparedness for working as a marriage, couple, and family counselor.
Although the Final Project is not to be submitted until Day 7 of Week 12, you should become familiar with the project requirements and have them in mind as you proceed through the course. The Final Project will be evaluated according to the final project rubric. Be sure that the Final Project is written using APA format. Information on scholarly writing may be found in the APA Manual (6th ed.) and at the Purdue OWL Writing Center site (http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/). The Final Project is due (in Blackboard AND TK20) on Day 7 of Week 12.

MINI RESEARCH PAPER

Choose from one of two short works of Non-Fiction, or Bao Ninh’s thinly disguised autobiography in THE SORROW OF WAR

A. Dr. Martin Luther King’s antiwar sermon, “A Time to Break Silence,” which he delivered on 30 April 1967 in the Riverside Church in NYC. The sermon may be found at http://www.deanza.edu/faculty/swensson/king.html

or

B. Joe Galloway’s and LTGEN Hal Moore’s prologue (OR ANY OTHER PORTION OF THE TEXT) to WE WERE SOLDIERS ONCE AND YOUNG. The PROLOGUE to the text is at http://www.lzxray.com/prolog.htmLinks to an external site.. Context is at the main website http://www.lzxray.com . Links to an external site.

or C. Ninh, Bao THE SORROW OF WAR

In an extended argumentative essay using outside research (at least three sources) write a response piece which tells how you feel about ONE of the three works. Better yet, evaluate ONE argument you find in the text. Try not to do too much–King’s sermon has eight major points–only deal with a small piece of the sermon, or a statement of King’s within the sermon. On the other hand Galloway’s prologue is a coherent, short work and you can probably deal with it in its entirety. And Ninh’s book was banned by his own government–why do you think that was so (Use evidence from the text and/or any relevant outside evidence.)

This is an emotional response, a textual response, or a logical response. WHATEVER THE NATURE OF YOUR RESPONSE YOU MUST HAVE ALL OF THE PARTS AND PIECES OF THE ARGUMENTATIVE THEME AS EXHAUSTIVELY ENUMERATED IN UNIT 4. So you must develop your own thesis and main supporting points and write your own RELIABLE argument. Is this good writing or is it fantasy? What makes it good or bad? Feel free to respond critically in any fashion that you choose.(Note: The best response will be a logical response using terms that you are studying in Unit Five, Logic.) As usual, you must have a Works Cited for the text and one for your peer editor.

Choose from one of two short works of Non-Fiction, or Bao Ninh’s thinly disguised autobiography in THE SORROW OF WAR

A. Dr. Martin Luther King’s antiwar sermon, “A Time to Break Silence,” which he delivered on 30 April 1967 in the Riverside Church in NYC. The sermon may be found at http://www.deanza.edu/faculty/swensson/king.html

or

B. Joe Galloway’s and LTGEN Hal Moore’s prologue (OR ANY OTHER PORTION OF THE TEXT) to WE WERE SOLDIERS ONCE AND YOUNG. The PROLOGUE to the text is at http://www.lzxray.com/prolog.htmLinks to an external site.. Context is at the main website http://www.lzxray.com . Links to an external site.

or C. Ninh, Bao THE SORROW OF WAR

In an extended argumentative essay using outside research (at least three sources) write a response piece which tells how you feel about ONE of the three works. Better yet, evaluate ONE argument you find in the text. Try not to do too much–King’s sermon has eight major points–only deal with a small piece of the sermon, or a statement of King’s within the sermon. On the other hand Galloway’s prologue is a coherent, short work and you can probably deal with it in its entirety. And Ninh’s book was banned by his own government–why do you think that was so (Use evidence from the text and/or any relevant outside evidence.)

This is an emotional response, a textual response, or a logical response. WHATEVER THE NATURE OF YOUR RESPONSE YOU MUST HAVE ALL OF THE PARTS AND PIECES OF THE ARGUMENTATIVE THEME AS EXHAUSTIVELY ENUMERATED IN UNIT 4. So you must develop your own thesis and main supporting points and write your own RELIABLE argument. Is this good writing or is it fantasy? What makes it good or bad? Feel free to respond critically in any fashion that you choose.(Note: The best response will be a logical response using terms that you are studying in Unit Five, Logic.) As usual, you must have a Works Cited for the text and one for your peer editor.

The key will be to write an organized argument of your own, 1300 word minimum with at least three outside sources. The key will be to write an organized argument of your own, 1300 word minimum with at least three outside sources. please add pictures to it ans give refrence to the pictures too. and this is an argumentative essay

The Culture Paper Assignment

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Overall Thoroughness
Each section of the paper is thoroughly described, developed, and supported.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Introduction and Conclusion
Introduction includes a preview of your main points & thesis statement.
Conclusion should include what you learned from this assignment.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Body: Main points
Paper focuses on how people of a different culture speak in public.
Body has 3-5 main points, each covered in sufficient depth with citations from the sources used.
Description of how this culture speaks similarly/differently from an American culture.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Interview
Description of the interview and what you learned about speaking in that culture from the interview.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome References
Includes 2 primary sources that support the argumentation in the paper. Your interview counts as one of these sources.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Format and Writing of Paper
Writing is clear, focused, and well organized.
Paper is free of grammatical errors.
Paper is 2-3 pages in length.
Paper is double spaced.
APA format is followed throughout.
Each section of the paper is thoroughly described, developed, and supported.
10 pts
Total Points: 50

Biological Chemistry

A report is to be handed in for each exercise or experiment. The report should contain a Title, an Introduction, an Experimental Procedures section and a Results and Discussion section, and References. Results should be presented in a tabular or graphic format and clearly labeled. The discussion should focus on the results – what do they reveal about the system? The discussion can also include specific problems encountered during the course of the experiment and how these might affect the outcome of the experiment. Some experiments contain questions that should be answered in the discussion.

Interpersonal Communication skills

My strengths and opportunities for improvement:
• I can use some improvement in “sending clear messages”
• “Total listening” skills are an area where I need more consistent attention
• “getting and giving feedback” and “Handling emotional interactions” are both areas of strength for me

After receiving your strengths and opportunities for improvement
1. what have you learned about yourself?
2. Any surprises, insights?
3. What skills would you like to attain in this course?
Sending Clear Messages
Total Listening
Giving and Getting Feedback
Handling Emotional Interactions

Directions:
Answer the questions above using the information I provided about my strenghs and areas for improvement. This should be answered in paragraph form and please use 2 scholarly articles no older than 10 years. APA 7th citation

Art History Presentation

My figure is the second picture in the ‘chapter 9′ file, name is
Fig. 9-33 Hieronymus Bosch, Garden of Earthly Delights, 1505–1510. Oil on wood, center panel 7′ 2 5/8″ x 6′ 4 3/4″, each wing 7′ 2 5/8″ x 3′ 2 1/4″. Museo del Prado, Madrid. Fig. 9-33 Hieronymus Bosch, Garden of Earthly Delights, 1505–1510. Oil on wood, center panel 7′ 2 5/8″ x 6′ 4 3/4″, each wing 7′ 2 5/8″ x 3’ 2 1/4″. Museo del Prado, Madrid.

The other two is the figure I can choose. You can compare those two figures when u explain why I chose figures 9-33. Just do the presentation part. No worries about the PowerPoint slides.

Requirements:
1. Each student must prepare and present two slides. On the first slide, put only the Gardner’s artwork with identifying information (keep it as it is on the template). When you show it to class, explain: Who or what is depicted? Who made it? What is its subject or meaning? Why was it made? Where does it come from? What is it made of? How was it made? Does it belong to a movement or style? Etc. Use information from Gardner’s. If you use other resources, you must state that during the presentation.Each student must prepare and present two slides. On the first slide, put only the Gardner’s artwork with identifying information (keep it as it is on the template). When you show it to class, explain: Who or what is depicted? Who made it? What is its subject or meaning? Why was it made? Where does it come from? What is it made of? How was it made? Does it belong to a movement or style? Etc. Use information from Gardner’s. If you use other resources, you must state that during the presentation.

2. On the second slide, put two images, side by side: the Gardner’s artwork, and something else – both images need identifying information! The goal is to create an intriguing, thought-provoking comparison that gets people talking. You can pair the artwork with almost anything: another artwork or artifact, a game, a movie, a book, toys, advertising, etc. On the second slide, put two images, side by side: the Gardner’s artwork, and something else – both images need identifying information! The goal is to create an intriguing, thought-provoking comparison that gets people talking. You can pair the artwork with almost anything: another artwork or artifact, a game, a movie, a book, toys, advertising, etc.

HINTS: Choose your image carefully. The success of your comparison, which is the creative challenge of this assignment, as well as the response you’ll get from the class, depend on this choice. What pair of artworks, or artifacts, would be more intriguing? More provocative? What would get people talking? Something very old with something very new? Artifacts from very different cultures? Religious art and mundane objects? Political art and toys? Almost anything goes, as long as there is a connection between the two. They may comment on a similar theme, depict a similar subject, employ a similar material or technique, or fulfill a similar role in society.HINTS: Choose your image carefully. The success of your comparison, which is the creative challenge of this assignment, as well as the response you’ll get from the class, depend on this choice. What pair of artworks, or artifacts, would be more intriguing? More provocative? What would get people talking? Something very old with something very new? Artifacts from very different cultures? Religious art and mundane objects? Political art and toys? Almost anything goes, as long as there is a connection between the two. They may comment on a similar theme, depict a similar subject, employ a similar material or technique, or fulfill a similar role in society.

3. Contrast and compare the two images. When you show us your comparison slide, start by explaining (describe and contextualize) what this other thing is, just like you did for the Gardner’s artwork. Then point out what connects the two images. Keep in mind that this has two goals: making the Gardner’s artwork more relatable to the class, and initiating an in-class discussion. The best way to start a discussion is by finishing your talk by asking a question to the class. You may also pose a problem, or a provocation. Creating an opportunity for a discussion is required! Make sure you prepare a question, or more than one, to be safe. Contrast and compare the two images. When you show us your comparison slide, start by explaining (describe and contextualize) what this other thing is, just like you did for the Gardner’s artwork. Then point out what connects the two images. Keep in mind that this has two goals: making the Gardner’s artwork more relatable to the class, and initiating an in-class discussion. The best way to start a discussion is by finishing your talk by asking a question to the class. You may also pose a problem, or a provocation. Creating an opportunity for a discussion is required! Make sure you prepare a question, or more than one, to be safe.

HINTS: The focus should be on the Gardner’s artwork, because it will be on the exam for everyone! Keep the discussion focused on art: definitions of art, roles of art in society (politics, religion, advertising, etc), the persistence of certain styles and themes, art & design, art & architecture, etc. Don’t ask questions that lead the discussion into other areas. Don’t ask questions like “Can you think of other examples of…? ”HINTS: The focus should be on the Gardner’s artwork, because it will be on the exam for everyone! Keep the discussion focused on art: definitions of art, roles of art in society (politics, religion, advertising, etc), the persistence of certain styles and themes, art & design, art & architecture, etc. Don’t ask questions that lead the discussion into other areas. Don’t ask questions like “Can you think of other examples of…? ”

After completing your reading assignment for this week, explain what you thought the study of ethics was and whether the reading changed your mind about what ethics is. What do you see that is going on in our world right now that brings up ethical issues? (This is not a place to convert people to your side; it is a place to ask questions and look at difficult issues).

Read chapter one of the book. https://prod.reader-ui.prod.mheducation.com/epub/sn_81123/data-uuid-f36ce4dc857966e47b68aae690c1c50e

watch youtube video. https://youtu.be/FOoffXFpAlU

After completing your reading assignment for this week, explain what you thought the study of ethics was and whether the reading changed your mind about what ethics is. What do you see that is going on in our world right now that brings up ethical issues? (This is not a place to convert people to your side; it is a place to ask questions and look at difficult issues).

Critical analysis of …And the Earth devoured him by tomas rivera

Select four of the vignettes and related anecdotes in the novella …And the Earth Did Not Devour Him for your paper. Review the lecture for Week 10 to ensure you understand some of the ways the anecdotes and vignettes might be related.

Do not select the opening or closing vignettes, and do not select the two I discuss in the lecture.

Once you have reviewed the reading, discuss what themes or motifs seem to connect the anecdote to the vignette. Explore (and show with supporting information from the text) a major theme related to values, social issues, or collective identity that seems to be present in your selected portion. Cite all details.

Your goal should be to identify four vignettes that have related themes.

You may use the essay by Moraelez (week 8) to help you establish themes, provide supporting information or ideas, or develop your main argument.

You may make comparisons to No-No Boy, but the bulk of the writing for this paper should be about …And the Earth Did Not Devour Him.

This paper should be 1000 words minimum. All supporting details should be accurately and properly cited using a normal academic style. It should include a work cited page or bibliography, depending on the style of citation you select.

You should review my comments from paper #1 to explore the suggestions I made about improving your rating skills and apply that to this paper. please do not use outside sources

Modern Political Economy

The essay exam will consist of a single essay question. Dr. Call will choose the essay
question from the list of prompts below. Your essay must contain a clear and arguable
THESIS STATEMENT. You must develop a consistent and effective ARGUMENT in
support of that thesis.
Your essay must make use of the REQUIRED READINGS for the course. You are
encouraged to use direct quotations from the readings; paraphrasing is also acceptable.
Please provide the names of the authors whose works you quote or paraphrase. In cases
where you were assigned more than one work by an author (for example, Marx), please
also provide the title of the work you’re referring to. You are encouraged, but not
required, to provide page citations when you quote or paraphrase from the readings. BE
CAREFUL TO AVOID PLAGIARISM. DO NOT COPY AND PASTE
MATERIAL FROM ONLINE SOURCES INTO YOUR ESSAY.
READINGS:
The Theoretical Evolution of International Political Economy: A Reader, Third Edition, ed. Darel E. Paul and Abla Amawi (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2013), referred to in the syllabus as Paul and Amawi.
Robert Heilbroner, The Worldly Philosophers, Seventh Edition (New York: Simon & Schuster, 2013), referred to in the syllabus as Heilbroner.
Possible Essay Topics
1. Compare or contrast the theoretical communism described by Karl Marx and his
followers with the “real world” Communism which developed in the Soviet Union. Did
Soviet communism represent an effective implementation of the Marxist theory? Why or
why not?
2. Industrial capitalist nations responded to the Great Depression with two major
strategies: the welfare state, and the warfare state. Which one of these strategies
represented a more effective response to the Depression, and why?
3. Compare or contrast the global economies which developed during the following three
periods: the early modern age (fifteenth and sixteenth centuries), the age of industrial
imperialism (nineteenth century), and the age of contemporary globalization (late
twentieth and early twenty-first centuries). How has the global economy changed over
time? Which changes are most important, and why?

Natural resources paper

• The objective of this assignment is to write a persuasive paper on the
new plan that has been set for Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests.
• Persuasive writing is a form of writing where your goal is to persuade
the reader to see your point of view based on the facts
• This assignment will be 800-1000 words (excluding references and
title), and requires a minimum of 3 references
• Sentences should be double-spaced
• Double spaced 800-1000 words is between 3 and 4 pages in length.