choose 2 sacred works that we have read, 1 from the two Abrahamic faiths (Islam and Christianity) and 1 from the Eastern religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism) and make an argument about what similarities they have, and what those similarities can tell us about what it means for a work to be “sacred.”

This essay should be a 600-900 word essay focusing on the assigned readings from the course. It is due by 11:55 pm ET on Sunday of Week 6.

 

  • This should be a close reading essay, and should use as evidence primarily passages from the work or works that you discuss. You may not use ANY outside sources without the instructor’s approval.
  • The essay should be in MLA essay format (see the attached sample essay below), and use MLA citations. A works cited entry and in-text citations for each text discussed are required.
  • It should have a self-assessment (which should answer these questions) as the first page.
  • Analytical essays should be focused on making a debatable claim about the work in question; creative essays should be focused on presenting a work or kind of work from a different angle. Informational essays or essays consisting of summary are not appropriate for either type of essay. Both types of essay should be supported with discussion of specific passages from the text(s) on which the essay is focused. The essay grading rubric can be found here for the analytical choices, and here for the creative choices.

 

 

DISCLAIMER: Originality of attachments will be verified by Turnitin. Both you and your instructor will receive the results.

 

 

Choose 1 of the following topics from either the Analytical or Creative categories. For the analytical choices, be sure to write a thesis-driven essay in response to the topic. Creative choices should be written as narratives.

Analytical Choices

 

    1. Defining the Sacred: choose 2 sacred works that we have read, 1 from the two Abrahamic faiths (Islam and Christianity) and 1 from the Eastern religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism) and make an argument about what similarities they have, and what those similarities can tell us about what it means for a work to be “sacred.”

 

  1. Tragedy Across the Mediterranean: Consider “The Tale of Sohrab” from the Shahnameh in comparison to Oedipus Tyrannus from the Week 2 readings. Make an argument about whether the two works are more alike or different and why. Focus your thesis on one particular aspect of the two works such as protagonists, themes, central conflicts, or other another element that you see as important.

Why is each quality important as an organization leader.

Why each quality is important as an organization leader.

  • Well organized
  • negotiation

(1 page of each topic )

( double spaced, 1”margin on all sides, 12” times new roman font )

Citation( it is important to give credit for the secondary research collected and used for the project

(avoid grammatical errors)

Explain why a company would want to use contracts.

Draft a memo to a chief executive officer explaining the procurement contract process. Include the following elements:

  • Provide a general description of the procurement contract life cycle.
  • Explain why a company would want to use contracts.
  • Describe the benefits to a company that uses this process.
  • Provide an example of a company that successfully uses the procurement contract life cycle and how that company has benefited from it.

1500-1800 word

Identify at least four countries and discuss the differences in their health care systems.

Sick Around the World based on text The Healing of America by Reid.

 

After watching the documentary http://www.veoh.com/watch/v19243569aQj7ZexY answer the following question in one page (Single spacing using a font size of 12)

  • Identify at least four countries and discuss the differences in their health care systems. Conclude this section by stating your preferred health care system and the reason why. (3 points).
  • Discuss at least three effects of differences in healthcare systems on global health [I am looking for specific effects (whether positive or negative) like medical tourism etc.] (3 points).

 

  • Healthcare systems tend to be national NOT global – explain two innovative ideas around healthcare systems that you would recommend to WHO for implementation in order to have galvanic improvements in global health. (4 points).

Evaluate accountability and liability implications for individuals and organizations in the health care industry.

Imagine you have been working for a health care organization for an extended period of time. It is clear that you have a wealth of information about the accountability and liability that individuals and organizations should be aware of. You have been asked to create an informational handout for new employees to inform them of the importance of being an accountable and liable individual in a health care organization.

Select a representative from the health care industry below who will represent the perspective of your paper:

  • Long-term care manager
  • Physician’s front office manager
  • Billing specialist

Create a 1,050- to 1,400-word pamphlet that conveys the following information:

  • Evaluate accountability and liability implications for individuals and organizations in the health care industry.
    • Evaluate standards of care and potential liability for health care professionals and organizations.
    • Evaluate the status of provider rights and responsibilities in the delivery of health care.
    • Evaluate the state and federal statutory and regulatory enactments relative to patient rights and responsibilities.
    • Evaluate various forms of health care fraud.
    • Evaluate civil and criminal penalties associated with fraudulent activities.
    • Analyze the legal and ethical implications of using technology in the health care industry.

Format your assignment consistent with APA guidelines.

Cite 3 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references.

Synthesize the outcome of the topic you choose in regards to role it played on leisure and culture within the United States then, and how your selected message or artist is viewed today.

As you have learned from this unit, the views and opinions within culture began evolving during the 60s and 70s. Taking this into consideration, choose an individual subject, title, or artist from the list of eligible media genres below.

Next, assess the role that your topic played as a response to the cultural evolution surrounding the Cold War, Vietnam, and reform in the United States.

Finally, synthesize the outcome of the topic you choose in regards to role it played on leisure and culture within the United States then, and how your selected message or artist is viewed today.

Choose an individual subject, title, or artist from the list of eligible media genres below:

Songs (which might include a selection from):

Anti-War/Protest

“Pop-Music” o Motown

Reform minded publications

Controversial movies/television shows

 

The final product should be a 500 word minimum essay which identifies your topic, selection, and medium. In addition, a minimum of two (2) reputable sources must be used, cited, and referenced in APA format–only one of which can be an assigned book (text or source). Appropriate selections can include music, poetry, literature, cinema, television, theatre, articles (from a distinguished publication), or other major media which highlight the original subject.