Write a short reflection statement (350-500 words) after reading Chapter 12. Use complete sentences and correct academic writing to complete this assignment.

Respond in writing to these items:What are the two messages that would be sent by abolishing the death penalty according to Nathanson? How does he reply to the objection that murderers forfeit their right to be respected as human beings? Do you agree with his argument? Why or why not?
Why is deterrence not a decisive factor in the debate about the morality of the death penalty according to van den Haag? Explain your answers. Do you agree with his argument? Why or why not?
Why is “an eye for an eye” an attractive view according to Nathanson? What are the two main problems he raises for this view, and what are the possible replies an advocate of such a view might make?

A Whisper in the Dark by Louisa May Alcott. Students are expected to submit: (1) an annotated copy of the text; (2) two annotated and paraphrased scholarly articles focusing on the text; (3) an essay outline, including a title, thesis statement, topic sentences, and textual evidence; (4) a first draft; (5) a revised draft; (6) the final version of the essay (maximum 1000 words, including works cited, Chicago style). All five parts of the essay project will contribute to the grade received.

A Whisper in the Dark by Louisa May Alcott. Students are expected to submit: (1) an annotated copy of the text; (2) two annotated and paraphrased scholarly articles focusing on the text; (3) an essay outline, including a title, thesis statement, topic sentences, and textual evidence; (4) a first draft; (5) a revised draft; (6) the final version of the essay (maximum 1000 words, including works cited, Chicago style). All five parts of the essay project will contribute to the grade received.

Write a 700 word (700 words must be in the actual body of the paper! NOT including the title page, table of contents, introduction, conclusion, and reference page!) Research Report about a topic/issue that is currently occurring in the United States.

The topic/issue you select should be one you have a personal interest in, as this will be the topic that you will be doing your Final Presentation on. In the Research Report, you will need to address the topic/issue you selected, explain why it is in fact an issue, and state ways to improve/resolve the issue.
You will need to include 5 reputable sources to cite in your paper (journals, newspapers, etc). The paper must be written using APA Style and must have a running header, page numbers, a title page, a table of contents page, an introduction, appropriate section headings throughout the body of the paper, a conclusion, and a reference page.

Plan parenthood (abortion); American tax payers shouldn’t pay for it”

Guidelines from the instructor: Persuasive speech—This speech is to be between six and eight minutes long. In this speech, you will inform and educate your listeners about a problem existing in our world, families, schools, government, community, planet, etc… Then you will propose a solution to the problem. Your topic may be focusing on serious social issues or more lighthearted quality of life issues. Whatever your choice, it needs to be something that you feel strongly about. You will be incorporating the principles of Monroe’s Motivated Sequence as well as incorporating Abraham Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. This speech requires documentation of at least five credible research sources. ps. to the writer, Please use first person, definitely use Monroe’s motivated sequence. Paper outline: Attention: I. Need: (problem) make 2 sentences or statement regarding the matter. a. supporting material ( expand each supporting material) b. supporting material c. supporting material d. supporting material II. Solution (solution) give 2 sentences or statement regarding the matter. a. supporting material ( expand each supporting material) b. supporting material c. supporting material d. supporting material Visualization: – last sub-point of solution Action: Conclusion.

Which parts of the opposing argument s do you concede? Under which conditions might you share these views?

5-7 pages, MLA format. IntroductionState the problem you hope to resolve. By presenting your issue as a problem you raise the possibility of positive change. Often opponents will want to solve the same problem.Summary of Opposing ViewsAs accurately and neutrally as possible, state the views of the people with whom you disagree. By doing this you show that you are capable of listening without judging and have given a fair hearing to people who think differently from you.Statement of Understand-ingAlso called the statement of validity. Show that you understand that there are situations in which these views are valid.Statement of Your PositionNow that readers have seen that youve given full consideration to views other than your own, they should be prepared to listen fairly to your views. State your position.Statement of ContextsDescribe situations in which you hope your views will be honored. By showing that your position has merit in specific contexts, you recognize that people wont agree with you all of the time. However, opponents are allowed to agree in part and share common ground.Statement of BenefitsAppeal to the self-interest of your opponents by showing how they would benefit from accepting your position; this concludes your essay on a hopeful, positive note.

Review the short article, Where we stand on curriculum, assessment and program evaluation, provided on Moodle

Review the items listed for Indicators of Effective Assessment Practices (i.e. ethical principle guide assessment practices, etc) and describe what a developmentally appropriate method would be for assessing children in a preschool classroom according to the indicators.
Minimum one (1) full page response.Document: https://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/StandCurrAss.pdf

Background Martin Luther King was one of the great orators of the 20th century, and his style has been used as a model for many, including President Barack Obama. In this assignment, you will analyze MLK’s style and compare it to your own.Required ReadingPlease read Martin Luther Kings letter from Birmingham Jail at:

http://www.bu.edu/irsd/Ec326_2004/material_2004/Letter%20from%20Birmingham%20Jail.htmThen, drawing on the material in the background readings and doing additional research, write a 3 full page paper in which you:Analyze the leadership and oratory styles of Martin Luther King, Jr. through the lens of ethos, logos, and pathos, and compare his styles to your own. What could you do to strengthen your own skills at influence and persuasion?Keys to the AssignmentThe key aspects of this assignment that, at a minimum, should be covered in your paper include:Examples of how Martin Luther King used ethos, logos, and pathos in his powerful and highly influential letter.
How do you/can you incorporate what you have learned about ethos, logos, and pathos into your own leadership activities to increase your influence as a leader?Please include the following sourcesEthos, Pathos, and Logos Definition and Examples. (2015) Retrieved from http://pathosethoslogos.com/Martin Luther King’s Letter From Birmingham Jail. (1963). Retrieved from http://www.bu.edu/irsd/Ec326_2004/material_2004/Letter%20from%20Birmingham%20Jail.htmChanging Minds. (2011). Leadership vs. management. Retrieved from http://changingminds.org/disciplines/leadership/articles/manager_leader.htm

Choose a non-fiction book (NOT A TEXTBOOK) to read pertaining to an Ethical Business topic of your choice.

Give a brief overview of the book.2. Give your opinion of the book, including evidence to support your position.3. List at least 5 things you found interesting or important to share – include page number(s) and explanation. (main points, quotes, examples, etc.)4. List at least 1 thing you disagreed with or didn’t understand.5. Explain why you would or would not recommend this book to your peers.