TNA & Design Document Report

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Training Needs Analysis (TNA)& Design Document Report

Identifying the training need is a critical first step in the training and development process. One needs to tie the deficiency to a business need and ensure that the benefits of conducting the training are likely to resolve the identified problem. For this assignment, you will be tasked with doing just that.

Refer to the discussed theories (i.e., expectancy theory or social learning theory) Directions:

  1. Choose an Organization

Select an organization. It can be either a recent employer or a business where you may have volunteered. Identify a particular department in which you have experience.

    • If you cannot identify an organization, consider a fictitious organization well known for a popular product.  The company has hired you as a consultant to do a needs assessment.
  1. Create a Training Needs Analysis Report

Create a set of ten to fifteen interview questions to ask managers and employees. The questions should address all of the necessary sections to complete the training needs analysis report.

Required Information for the Training Needs Analysis Report:

    • Background Information: Include information about the organization and the issue you have identified or for which you were consulted.
    • Number of Employees: Identify the number of employees to be trained and their current skill levels.
    • Locations of Employees: Identify where the employees to be trained are located.
    • Interview Data: Interview at least one manager and one employee and summarize managerial and employee feedback on current performance and identified skill gaps. Include your list of questions and answers.
    • Observational Data: Observe at least one or two employees performing the job for which training will be created and include a log of your personal observations.
    • Training Sponsor: Identify the requestor and the approver of the training (may be a single person or two separate individuals).

Identification of Training Needs: Include the following in your conclusion:

    • Perform Performance Analysis: If training has been identified due to a performance problem (errors at work, etc.), conduct an analysis to confirm whether a training remedy can resolve the skill deficiency. If not, suggest other strategies that management can use to solve the problem without training (i.e., improving communication on what is expected of employees).
    • Identify Insufficient Knowledge or Skills: List specific knowledge or skills that are deficient (lack of knowledge of products, lack of skills in operating specific software, etc.).
    • Identify the Business Need: Summarize the business need impacted by the identified knowledge or skill deficiency.
    • Identify Cultural or Ethical Considerations: Discuss considerations to be kept in mind when designing the training course.

Justification for the Training: Provide your justification for training as the solution to the identified performance problem or skill deficiency:

    • What were the indicators or facts that identify the existence of the issue?
    • What are the possible causes for the existence of the issue?

Delivery Dates: Identify when the organization wants to implement the training. Do you think it can be offered in a timely manner? Explain why or why not:

    • Training and Development Department: Assess the company’s training and development department’s role. How will the department be involved?
  1. Construct a Design Document Report

Next, construct a design document making your training recommendations for management. A design document should outline your training program at a high level. It should include all the below-listed components. You are to utilize the Design Document Report Template as a guide for organizing your content.

USE the Design Document Report Template (attached).

Required Information for a Design Document Report:

    • Course Title: Suggest a course title.
    • Course Description: Explain in three to four sentences the goals of the whole course.
    • Course Objectives: Write four to six objectives using measureable Bloom’s Taxonomy verbs.
    • Course Topics: Include three to five main topics with three to five subtopics for at least three modules.
    • Activities: Include one suggested activity for each module (simulation, case study, etc.) that directly links to all objectives (three in total). Explain how you incorporated ethical or diversity-related considerations.
    • Module Time Frame: Provide an approximate time frame within which the participant has to complete each module (e.g., in class or online).
    • Course Time Frame: Provide an approximate time frame within which the participant has to complete the full course (e.g., the number of hours or days).
    • Delivery Approach: Recommend a suggested delivery method for the whole course (instructor-led, online, blended, etc.).
    • Delivery Approach Justification: Justify your training delivery approach recommendation, along with a comparison of two to three different delivery options based on learning theories, training research, organizational requirements, and individual needs.
    • Risks: Identify any project risks or concerns that could affect the success of this training (budget, timelines, buy-in, etc.).
    • Follow-Up: Analyze the different methods available for follow-up to ensure transfer of training. Determine the preferred method and justify your decision referencing scholarly resources.
    • Evaluation: Construct an evaluation for the training using Kirkpatrick’s model and discuss it.

NEED A 10 page  (APA Format):Use template attached

 

 

 

 

Design Document Report Template

 

 

Course Title:

Course Objectives:

Delivery Method:

Course Length:

Module 1

 

 

 

Module Objectives:

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Module Topics

Main Topic

Sub Topic

 

Module Activity

Directions:

1.

 

 

Approx. Time Per Module

 

 

 

 

Module 2

 

Module Objectives:

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2.

3.

 

Module Topics

Main Topic

Sub Topic

 

Module Activity

Directions:

1.

 

 

 

Module 3

 

Module Objectives:

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Module Topics

Main Topic

Sub Topic

 

Module Activity

Directions:

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RESPOND IN 400 WORDS (Diversity and Work/Life Balance

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For this week’s topic I chose to answer the question, how does diversity affect the organization’s work/life balance, and what ethical considerations exist that may drive the organization to be more work/life balanced? 

Diversity in the workplace consists of having people from different races, cultural backgrounds, religions, and sexual orientation working harmoniously together and having mutual respect for each other’s differences. When it comes to work/life balance, HR managers must be mindful of these differences and how they can impact individuals ability to work, a need for time off of work, or a special accommodation for religious reasons.

Sometimes these unique differences can be the very thing that an individual may identify themselves with or it can be what keeps them motivated. For instance, a person’s background or pride in their heritage may be the one thing that inspires them to achieve their best. When employers don’t celebrate or even recognize these differences, employees might feel undervalued or unworthy which can ultimately decrease their performance.

Having an inclusive culture allows everyone to feel that they are valued, respected, and have equal access to all organizational opportunities (DeCenzo, Robbins, & Verhulst, 2016). Also with the aging workforce, millennials are set to make up 40% of the workforce which means HR Managers must create or consider the following ethical considerations:

*Part-time

*Work-From-Home

*Flex Time

*Employee Involvement/Empowerment

Overall, it will continue to be a challenge for HR Managers to accommodate the rapid changes in the global economy as well as diversity within the workforce. It is essential to continue being trained and to offer diversity and inclusion trainings to all employees so when ethical decisions impacting work/life balance need to be made – everyone is on the same page. Besides, all ethical decisions should be made with integrity and the right intent.

Research

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My research is about 

what is the best way we can protect our credit card from hackers?

Grading Rubric:

Qualities & Criteria

Poor (0 – 60)

Good (60-90)

Excellent (90-100)

Content/InformationResearch, technical components, topics, information.

Weight: 45%

The paper is not objective and addresses poorly the topic. 
The material is taken from few resources.

 

The paper is objective and for the most part addresses the topic with an in-depth analysis.

 

The paper is objective and addresses the topic with an in-depth analysis.

 

References and use of references

Scholarly level, use soundness, APA style use

Weight: 25%

Most of the references used are not important, and are not journal articles (like websites & Wikipedia). There is not a minimum of four scholarly resources, and/or they are not used effectively in the paper. References are correctly cited according to APA style.

 

Most of the references used are important, and are journal articles (not websites & Wikipedia). There is a minimum of four scholarly resources and they are for the most part used effectively in the paper. References are effectively used and correctly cited according to APA style.

 

All the references used are important, and are journal quality articles (not websites & Wikipedia). There is a minimum of four scholarly resources that are used effectively in the paper. All the references are effectively used and correctly cited according to APA style.

Note: In addition to the minimum of four journal articles, credible websites (e.g., non-profit) may be used. 

 

Quality of Writing

Clarity, spelling, grammar and use of English, and coherence of ideas

Weight: 20%

The paper is not well written and contains many spelling errors, and/or grammar errors and/or use of English errors. The paper is badly organized, lacks clarity and/or does not present ideas in a coherent way.

 

The paper is well written for the most part, without spelling, grammar or use of English errors. The paper is for the most part well organized, clear and presents ideas in a coherent way.

 

The paper is well written from start to finish, without spelling, grammar or use of English errors. The paper is well organized, clear and presents ideas in a coherent way.

 

Format/Layout

Presentation, structure, requirements of length, font and style

Weight: 10%

Did not follow format/layout requirements

 

Conformed to most of the format/layout requirements

 

Met all format/layout requirements

 

Network Adminstration – ITNA359 Unit 5 IP

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In this assignment, you will use the course materials and the Web to research host IP addressing conflicts and preventative network solutions.

Assignment Guidelines

•   Research IP addressing with regard to conflicts and DHCP, and use the following questions as a guideline for your paper:

•                           If two hosts in a network are assigned the same IP addresses, what will happen? Explain.

•                           How can an improperly configured DHCP contribute to this type of problem?

•                           In your own words, how would you describe the DHCP configuration parameter that is used to reserve IP addresses for hosts in a network?

•   The content of your research paper should be written in a double-spaced Word document of 3–7 pages.

•                           This does not include a title page or a list of references.

•   You may use section headings and bullets to organize your research paper.

•   All in-text citations and references should be in APA format.

Your submitted assignment (125 points) must include the following:

•   A double-spaced research paper of 3–7 pages that addresses the 3 questions listed in the assignment guidelines with regard to IP addressing conflicts and DHCP

•   A title page that includes your name, course number, and unit number

•   A reference list in APA format

Grading                 

You will be graded on the accuracy of your answers, your demonstrated understanding of IP conflicts, and how well your paper adheres to the assignment guidelines listed above.

Please submit your assignment.

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

 

 

assignment

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If you are using the Blackboard Mobile Learn iOS App, please click “View in Browser”
Click the link above to submit your assignment.

Students, please view the “Submit a Clickable Rubric Assignment” in the Student Center.
Instructors, training on how to grade is within the Instructor Center.

Assignment 1: Accessibility
Due Week 3 and worth 80 points

Building a user interface that meets the needs of a diverse population can be incredibly difficult. Research the best practices for developing a universally usable interface, as well as some of the federal legislation that applies (i.e., section 508). 
 
Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:
  1. Assess at least five (5) best practices for developing a universally usable interface.
  2. Evaluate how section 508 affects developing user interfaces and assess this compliancy standard’s impact on users.
  3. Give three (3) examples of available tools for verifying that your interfaces meet universal design guidelines and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
  4. Examine the practicality of building multiple interface options for diverse populations, rather than building one (1) interface that meets the needs of the majority of end users.
  5. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources. 
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
  • Explain the guidelines, principles, and theories in an HCI setting.
  • Describe the usability properties of interactive systems.
  • Use technology and information resources to research issues in human-computer interaction.
  • Write clearly and concisely about HCI topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.
Click here to view the grading rubric for this assignment.

University of Phoenix DBM 380 database concepts Individual assignment week 4

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The following assignment is based on the database environment chosen and created in the Week Three Individual Assignment.

 

Your database project must meet the following assessment requirements:

 

Design and develop a database using professional principles and standards.

 

·         Provide a logical and physical design of the database.

·         Use relational database software application to develop database.

·         Provide an entity relationship diagram.

·         Normalize the database.

·         Generate and provide test data.

 

Usea Microsoft® Visio®diagram to normalize the ERD to third normal form(3NF).

 

Use the Microsoft® Access® database created in Week Three to create a minimum of 10 rows of test data in each table. Also, create at least one query that joins two tables and returns values from both tables.

 

Note. Only the Microsoft® Visio® diagram must be normalized to the 3NF. The 3NF is not required for a Microsoft® Access® database.

 

 

Submit the ERD and final database to the appropriate Assignment link.

Assignment 2: Identifying Potential Risk, Response, and Recovery

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In Assignment 1, a videogame development company recently hired you as an Information Security Engineer. After viewing a growing number of reports detailing malicious activity, the CIO requested that you draft a report in which you identify potential malicious attacks and threats specific to your organization. She asked you to include a brief explanation of each item and the potential impact it could have on the organization.

After reviewing your report, the CIO requests that you develop a follow-up plan detailing a strategy for addressing all risks (i.e., risk mitigation, risk assignment, risk acceptance, or risk avoidance) identified in Assignment 1. Further, your plan should identify controls (i.e., administrative, preventative, detective, and corrective) that the company will use to mitigate each risk previously identified.

Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:

  1. For each of the three (3) or more malicious attacks and / or threats that you identified in Assignment 1, choose a strategy for addressing the associated risk (i.e., risk mitigation, risk assignment, risk acceptance, or risk avoidance). Explain your rationale.
  2. For each of the three (3) or more malicious attacks and / or threats identified in Assignment 1, develop potential controls (i.e., administrative, preventative, detective, and corrective) that the company could use to mitigate each associated risk.
  3. Explain in detail why you believe the risk management, control identification, and selection processes are so important, specifically in this organization.
  4. Draft a one (1) page Executive Summary that details your strategies and recommendations to the CIO (Note: The Executive Summary is included in the assignment’s length requirements).
  5. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment (no more than 2-3 years old) from material outside the textbook. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required page length.

Design and Layout

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The memory chip manufacturer is also thinking about relocating one of their existing plants. Your boss is not sure that they should do so. He has asked you to write a white paper on the pros and cons of relocating facilities. In this paper, he wants you to specifically discuss:

 

 What motivations typically cause firms to initiate a facilities location or relocation projects?

How would a facility location decision for our company differ from one for a service organization?

Discuss five metrics which should be used when selecting a new production facility location.

 

Based on the these metrics, describe where in the United States you would locate this facility. Please be specific as to why you would choose this location.

 

Submitting your assignment in APA format means, at a minimum, you will need the following:

 

 Title page: Remember the running head and title in all capital letters.

 

Abstract: This is a summary of your paper, not an introduction. Begin writing in third-person voice.

 

Body: The body of your paper begins on the page following the title page and abstract page, and it must be double-spaced between paragraphs. The typeface should be 12-pt. Times Roman or 12-pt. Courier in regular black type. Do not use color, bold type, or italics except as required for APA level headings and references. The deliverable length of the body of your paper for this assignment is 3–4 pages. Intext academic citations to support your decisions and analysis are required. A variety 

of academic sources is encouraged. 

 

Reference page: References that align with your in-text academic sources are listed on the final page of your paper. The references must be in APA format using appropriate spacing, hang indention, italics, and upper- and lower-case usage as appropriate for the type of resource used. Remember, the reference page is not a bibliography, but it is a further listing of the abbreviated in-text citations used in the paper. Every referenced item must have a corresponding in-text citation.

 

 

 

 

Creating a Process-Driven Organization at AgCredit (DUE WEEK 7 – Sunday, December 11th) Attached Files: File Ag Credit – Case Study #3.pdf (362.88 KB) File AgCredit_apx_B.docx (26.758 KB) This case is in the textbook on page 473. This case takes a “hori

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Attached Files:

This case is in the textbook on page 473. 

This case takes a “horizontal” slice through a number of coexistent issues. As a result, the challenge is “knowing where to start” – just as it is in real organizations – and this requires detective work. For your understanding, appendix B is per-boarded for your review, of  the organization chart (see Appendix B) to show the relationship between the EIP program, the lines of business and the IT function.

The Case Study should be seven to nine well-written pages with at least seven Professional References.

Discussion Questions:

  1. Propose an organizational structure for the IT department that you feel would support the transformation of AgCredit into a process-centric organization. 
  2. Outline a project selection process for AgCredit to ensure alignment with the enterprise business vision.
  3. How should Manley “make the case” for SOA to ensure that the executive team at AgCredit buys in?
  4. What new internal IT capabilities will have to be developed in order to create an IT department to support AgCredit’s future business architecture? 
  5. What aspects of IT governance do you think would be important in supporting this transformation?  

All answers to the questions should be well-written and well-thought out. Your submission should also include two to three well-written paragraphs providing a strategic view. Your submission must support the Case Study with Research

 

Please follow this rubric for case study and meet the following criteria:

Organization – strive for well-developed paragraphs, smooth transitions between paragraphs, and ideas focused on a central theme.

Development – strive for ideas focused on a central theme and all ideas clearly presented.

Conventions – strive for no errors in sentence structure (capitalization, grammar, presentation and general structure.) APA Style – strive for correct cover page, in text citations, format and reference page have no errors.

Please see grading rubric titled “Rubric Case Study 3“ under Rubrics/ Grading.

 

 

To submit the assignment, simply CLICK the active link in the assignment title at the very top. Attach your document submission and submit. 

 

Network Security Management – ITNA357 DB2

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The Discussion Board (DB) is part of the core of online learning. Classroom discussion in an online environment requires the active participation of students and the instructor to create robust interaction and dialogue. Every student is expected to create an original response to the open-ended DB question as well as engage in dialogue by responding to posts created by others throughout the week. At the end of each unit, DB participation will be assessed based on both level of engagement and the quality of the contribution to the discussion.

At a minimum, each student will be expected to post an original and thoughtful response to the DB question and contribute to the weekly dialogue by responding to at least two other posts from students. The first contribution must be posted before midnight (Central Time) on Wednesday of each week. Two additional responses are required after Wednesday of each week. Students are highly encouraged to engage on the Discussion Board early and often, as that is the primary way the university tracks class attendance and participation.

The purpose of the Discussion Board is to allow students to learn through sharing ideas and experiences as they relate to course content and the DB question. Because it is not possible to engage in two-way dialogue after a conversation has ended, no posts to the DB will be accepted after the end of each unit.

As the new network administrator, one of your first responsibilities is to draft a network security policy plan that employees must sign and follow when using the company’s network.

•   Research and discuss the items that you would place in such a plan, and justify your reasoning for the items that you have decided to include.

•   Research and discuss 3 items that you believe are the most important when drafting a security policy plan.

 

Explain why you believe these are important, and include examples of security breaches that can occur if these items are not outlined and followed.