After reading Chapter 6 – The Ethics of Duty, consider Professor Michael Sandel’s lecture on Immanual Kant’s moral philosophy.

German Enlightenment philosopher Immanel Kant (1724-1804) is one philosopher who did much to articulate an ethics of obligation.

Kant asked, among many other questions, what is it that can stop people from being evil? His answer, briefly, was reason. Only reason can provide the basis for an ethics of obligation. Kant’s thinking about such a rationally based ethics of obligation center on two notions: universality and respect for persons. Our text mentions the Kantian Categorical Imperatives:

Universality: Always act in such a way that you can will that the maxim behind your action can be willed as a universal law. (page 171)

Respect for persons: Act in such a way that you always treat humanity, whether in your own person or in the person of any other, never simply as a means, but always at the same time as an end. (page 173)

There is so much literature about Kant’s contributions to thought, but I suggest the following interview with a leading scholar on Kantian philosophy:

In the interview, concentrate on those elements that relate to the ethical questions.

Consider discussion question #11, on page 182. Here is the first of several sequenced clips to the film Liar Liar.

Respond to the questions listed:

What is the movie’s message about being truthful?

Do you agree? Why?

Consider the following cases:

Immanuel Kant offers three examples that, to his mind, are not moral actions. In terms of Kantian moral philosophy, explain his reasoning.

Example 1: The shop-keeper at the self-owned cafe-bakery always gives the correct change to her customers and a small free cupcake, since being honest and giving a freebee are good for business.

Example 2: The fellow’s life is wretched; his wife left him for another man; his children never visit him; even his dog got up one day and left. The same man lost his job because of a layoff, and his kidneys were failing. He commits suicide, to shorten his miserable life.

Example 3: Sarah felt so good inside for helping the homeless lady at 11 West Division Street, in Chicago. Sarah felt so much better after giving the woman some good shoes, a thermal, water-proof quilt and fifty dollars. Sarah felt happy because she helped the homeless lady.

Were any of the people depicted in the examples truly moral, in terms of Kantian ethics? Apply Kantian moral thinking to one of the examples.

Respond with a substantive entry of 250 words or more, as needed, as a post before but no later than Thursday of the forum week; failure to add the substantive entry when requested results in a 10-point reduction. During the rest of the forum time, respond to two or more other students’ major posts, not later than 11:59pm, CST, of the last day of the forum. Do not wait till the last hours of the last day to post; doing so is counter-productive to the idea of a forum designed for the exchange of views.

When someone steals a piece of property, there is seldom a question whether a crime has been committed. But Randal Schwartz clearly did not think he did anything wrong, and many disinterested observers in the system-administration community at the time agreed. Similarly, while Aaron Swartz certainly knew he was bypassing something, many have claimed he had no reason to think what he was doing might be criminal.

Terry Childs may not have intended to be cooperative, but it seems clear he had no idea that he could end up in prison for four years. Jeremy Hammond certainly appears to have understood some might see his actions as criminal, but he felt what he was doing was a form of civil disobedience.

Certainly some judges and many prosecutors feel that they are quite capable of determining which computer crimes are “serious” and which are not. Should the rest of us trust their discretion? Crimes involving firearms are given hefty additional penalties; should the same be true of crimes involving a computer?

The CFAA criminalizes “unauthorized access”. This makes sense by analogy with physical property, but there is quite a bit of ambiguity as to what constitutes “unauthorized” access to a computer. Unauthorized use of physical property pretty much means stealing it; unauthorized use of a computer can cover a wide range of things.

For example, the CFAA, in theory, criminalizes creating a second Facebook account, or use of Google search by minors before the terms-of-service change on March 2013. These uses are explicitly “unauthorized” by the sites’ terms of service. When Bidders’ Edge got in trouble with E-Bay for collecting data about E-Bay auctions, it was because they had to create E-Bay accounts to get access to the system, and they used these accounts in ways contrary to the E-Bay terms of service. Using a workplace computer to check out Facebook, or even to check news headlines during lunch, is often “unauthorized” by your employer, and thus an unauthorized use of an employer-owned computer.

On the other hand, Lori Drew was acquitted of violating the MySpace terms of service, in a case in which Drew created a fake MySpace account that may have contributed to the suicide of Megan Meier.

Here is the central question: is a law against “unauthorized access” a good idea, or must there be some other standard as well, and, if so, what? Some possibilities are
the perpetrator caused actual harm (a problem with this approach is that harm is notoriously hard to evaluate)
the perpetrator acted with malicious intent, ie intent to cause harm (the government would have trouble proving that for most of our examples here)
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Another way to summarize this question is simply “Is the CFAA too broad? If not, why? If so, how might it be fixed?”

A closely related question is that of restitution: should a hacker be obligated to pay costs that clearly are part of normal security procedures? Sometimes hackers are asked to repay system owners for the costs of basic retroactive patch installation.

A brief argument in favor of the CFAA approach is that computer crimes often have unforeseeable effects, and so a very broad proscription is in order.

Research a Radio or Television Icon or Broadcast event that contributed heavily to the industry
Write a report on either a significant event or person that contributed greatly to the broadcasting industry.

This can be a person who was or is a performer or someone behind the scenes who you personally feel helped to shape and influence radio or television

– OR –

Document an event that helped to stimulate improvements or create awareness in radio or television. This event is something you feel was worthy of changing the broadcasting industry for the better. NOTE: You should think carefully about who in particular, or what event to use. It REALLY needs to be a person or event that was, or is currently significant in making the broadcast media better in technology or in presentation of performance. If you are not sure, contact me for clarification in determining if your person or event falls into this category properly.

REQUIREMENTS:
This essay should be at least 5(full pages)or more in length (No Exceptions), double-spaced and typed. Cover page is not included as one of the 5 pages.
Any quotes or information taken verbatim from a source must be footnoted at the bottom of the corresponding page.

The final paragraph should include your own opinion supporting your view on the subject matter.

Apple and Samsung are often mentioned together, as they are both world leading producers of smartphones. However, they are much different companies in a variety of ways. Carefully review the background readings concerning diversification and vertical integration. Then do some extensive research on Samsung and Apple concerning their diversification and vertical integration strategies.

Case Assignment

When you have finished your research, write a four- to five-page paper answering the following questions. Make sure to cite both the required background readings as well as articles on Samsung and Apple:
1.To what extent does Apple engage in related diversification? To what extent do they engage in unrelated diversification?
2.To what extent does Samsung engage in related diversification? To what extent do they engage in unrelated diversification?
3.To what extent does Apple engage in backward (upstream) vertical integration? To what extent do they engage in forward (downstream) vertical integration?
4.To what extent does Samsung engage in backward (upstream) vertical integration? To what extent do they engage in forward (downstream) vertical integration?
5.Overall what major differences or similarities do you find between Samsung and Apple’s diversification and vertical integration strategies?

A reflective analysis of a student narrative from practice placement and experience of emotional distress

This assignment must be the following module Learning outcomes – 3200 word count in total.

1. Develop an understanding of some common mental health issues and influencing policy and guidance.

2. Analyse the factors that may influence a compassionate and empathic response to distressed and confused individuals.

3. Demonstrate confidence and skills which enable the facilitation of caring conversations with those experiencing emotional distress

4. Evaluate own professional development and strategies contributing to emotional resilience.

Introduction and setting the scene (500 words )
Include the political landscape and contemporary policy agenda. Explore the links between physical and mental health and wellbeing Define and demonstrate an understanding of emotional distress and how this links to individuals experiences

Introduction to case scenario (350 words )
Please be mindful of confidentiality and informed consent and please do not publish the web portfolio to the web. This should introduce your reader to your case scenario whether this is a service user or carer and illustrate the caring conversation narrative that did or did not take place. ( SERVICE USER preferred) .

The case scenario is about a patient that was admitted into a hospital ward with a sudden stroke condition . A student nurse on placement in the hospital developed a good communication relationship with the patient and during a placement shift, the patient had an episode of distress situation where he was very verbal , abusive and physical. The student used a good communication skill to calm the patient down and engaged in a caring and conversation discussion , the patient narrated his health ordeal and how his mental distress which started from his failed marriage led to a spiralled mental breakdown. He neglected doctors advices and failed to take his medications, depression and excessive thinking contributed to a severe hypertensive condition that caused him the sudden stroke.

Influencing and inhibiting factors contributing to the situation (800 words )
Drawing on the evidence base explore and demonstrate an understanding of the inhibiting and influencing factors that may have impacted on the caring conversation narrative. This should be approached from a person centred perspective .

Analysis of factors that influenced or inhibited your caring conversation (800 words )
Explore and discuss factors which influenced your response in a compassionate and person centred way.- be mindful of the service users perspective and experiences. Analyse and demonstrate an understanding of the cause of the emotional distress and its potential to develop into a mental health issue. If there already is an existing diagnosis then demonstrate your understanding of this. Explore health promotion and potential interventions in relation to your caring conversation narrative and the supporting evidence base. Consider the evidence you have utilised on the previous web page to enhance your critical discussions. Integrate policy and guidelines to substantiate statements made.

A critical self reflection on learning and professional development (650 words)
Critically reflect on your own learning and development in relation to the module and working with individuals experiencing emotional distress. Your reflection should also include reflection of your caring conversation , your learning from this, how this may influence future practice and care. Consider your own self awareness and emotional resilience as part of this discussion . Explore the strategies you developed or could have developed to manage the emotional impact of your caring conversation Identify what ( if any) learning needs you may have and how you will address these for future practice.- these may include further learning in relation to interventions to support health promotion activities.

Reference List
Please include your references in Harvard style. Please see the ‘Cite them Right’ guide in the referencing tab in Blackboard for information on how to reference in Harvard style.

YOU MUST USE READING SELECTIONS FROM THE TEXTBOOK (The Romantic Period or the Victorian Age). IF YOU DON’T HAVE THE TEXTBOOK, PLEASE CONSULT THE TABLE OF CONTENTS
Write an essay of at least 750 words (including quotations from the poems and prose selections that you use as support) on ONE of the general topics below.  You must discuss at least three reading selections for the topic you choose.
If you use secondary sources in your essay (even those I have provided for you), be sure to cite them, using MLA format. Even if you don’t quote directly, you must cite secondary sources in the paper itself. You will also need to include a works cited list.
Quotations from the textbook require only a page number. Do not repeat the author’s name in parentheses. Just put the author’s name in a sentence in your discussion.
You should choose different poems or prose selections (unless the topic states otherwise) than those you used in your reading responses.
The three examples should be by different authors.
Some of the topics focus on Victorian authors, though for others, you may wish to include writers from the Romantic age.
The paper should be in essay form with an introduction, thesis statement, body paragraphs with transitions, and a conclusion, not a collection of reading responses with sub-headings.
You must use quotations from the reading selections as support for your general ideas. Your examples must show that you have read the literature that you are discussing, not just the author’s biography or an online summary.
A brief overview isn’t adequate. Again, you must show that you read the selection (poem or prose selection) carefully, and you must show how the body paragraphs support your thesis.
You should not choose long poems or plays, since it would be difficult to discuss these thoroughly in a short paper. (You will have an opportunity to write about them in the research paper.)
You will find the Victorian Web very useful, but be sure to cite it if you use information from it.
It’s acceptable to use “I” in the paper, but you should avoid using “I think” too often. Use “I” only when expressing your personal view.
Use present tense when writing about literature.

Here are the general topics. As indicated above, you should choose one of these to write about.
1. Write an essay of at least 750 words in which you discuss three poems, each by a different poet who wrote about the human relationship with nature. Your examples may include both Victorians and Romantics. Since there are so many poems about nature by a variety of poets, I’m not including a list, but you may send me a message if you need help.

1. Compare and contrast five (5) cyber criminal activities

2. Discuss, in detail, how traditional crimes (burglary, robbery, etc.) have evolved into modern day computer related criminal activity, and what steps law enforcement can take to combat same

3. Compare and contrast the various types of hackers (ex: white, black, etc.) and provide a case, based on research, for each.

4. You are the Chief of Police for Town X and you are faced with a serious child pornography ring in your jurisdiction. Outline the steps you would take, investigation wise, in terms of addressing the issue. For example, provide a detailed summary of how you would initiate an investigation and steps you, as law enforcement, would take.

Chief Complaint: 62-year-old man with esophageal bleeding
History: Vincent Miller, a 62-year-old accountant, has had a “drinking problem” throughout most of his adult life. He drinks about a half-case of beer each day. He has lost several jobs over the years for drinking at the workplace or showing up for work drunk. He lost his driver’s license for drunk-driving, and his drinking has placed a considerable strain on his marriage. He has tried several self-help programs as well as Alcoholic’s Anonymous, all with little success. He has been hospitalized on several occasions over the years. Vincent has a severe tremor in his hands (probably a result of excessive alcohol intake), which makes it very difficult for him to use a spoon, fork, and knife to eat. It’s your first day on the job as an occupational therapist, and you are consulted by his physician to see if there is any way to help Vincent use eating utensils. Not knowing anything about him, you open up his past medical records, which, incidentally, are quite thick.

First Hospitalization:
You note that Vincent was hospitalized at age 32 with a complaint of vomiting up blood after a drinking binge that lasted seven days and was marked by excessive and repeated vomiting episodes. The vomitus was bright red.

The hospital chart lists a diagnosis of “Upper GI bleed” due to a Mallory-Weiss tear. You look up “Mallory-Weiss tear” in an internal medicine textbook and see that it is defined as “a longitudinal tear in the mucosa at the gastroesophageal junction — i.e. in the area of the lower esophageal sphincter — caused by repeated vomiting.”

Questions:
1)Why was the blood bright red, rather than the color of “coffee grounds”?

2) Based upon your knowledge of the vomiting reflex, why might severe vomiting tear the mucosa?

Second Hospitalization
At age 36, Vincent was hospitalized again, this time with complaints of abdominal pain in the upper epigastric region (i.e. just below the xiphoid process of the sternum) and “coffee-grounds” emesis. He also complained of “heartburn” (a burning sensation in the area of the sternum) which was partially relieved with antacids. A diagnosis of “upper GI bleed due to gastritis and reflux esophagitis” is noted in the chart.

Questions:
1)What is causing the pain in the upper epigastric region ? What barrier(s) normally protect the stomach lining from its own acid?

2)What is reflux esophagitis?

3)Can you think of any treatments for Vincent’s problems?

Innovation is about big leaps forward, ‘eureka’ moments and radical breakthroughs – or is it? Using examples from a sector of your choice make a case for the importance of incremental innovation.

criterion

Answer demonstrates critical understanding of the innovation process

Critical understanding of the difference between ‘incremental’ and ‘radical’/ ‘disruptive’ innovation according to literature

Use of relevant examples

Assignment 2: Case Study: Evaluating an Emerging Market
In this assignment, you will select a nation that is considered to have an emerging market and you will evaluate the nation on the following factors that affect an emerging market: Gross domestic product, inflation, political risks, economic risks, country demographics, and liquidity of local debt.

Scenario:

You have been hired as a financial analyst tasked with evaluating an existing emerging market and writing an executive report on your findings about the emerging market.

Instructions:

Produce an executive report that includes the following:

Provide statistical and qualitative information of each of the following factors: Gross domestic product, inflation, political risks, economic risks, country demographics, and liquidity of local debt.
Differentiate the level of market efficiency between a nation that is considered an emerging market to one that has already developed, including factors such as liquidity of debt, government regulations, GDP, etc.
Compare and contrast the emerging market you selected against another emerging market on factors such as market liquidity of local debt, equity market, market exchange, and regulatory bodies.
Evaluate and discuss the political, economic, and technological trends of the emerging market. Remember to discuss any financial actions that have been taken and should be taken due to the trends.
Write a 7–10-page report in Word format. Utilize at least four scholarly sources. Apply APA standards to the citation of sources.