Quality of qualitative research designs

Typically, when speaking of validity, qualitative researchers are referring to research that is credible and trustworthy, i.e., the extent to which one can have confidence in the study’s findings (Lincoln & Guba, 1985). Generalizability, a marker of...

Improve teaching and learning

Week 1 Discussion – Working to Improve Teaching and Learning After completing this week’s readings, review the “Reflective Exercise” at the end of Chapter 1. We all know that the shift from hierarchical leadership to one of more collegiality is...

Analysis of real life arguments

Argument 1 Dick and Jane have insured their house and cars with Farmer’s Mutual for 10 years. During this time, they filed only one claim for $500, and the premiums have risen 100%. Two weeks ago, while backing out of the garage, Jane damaged the right fender....

Encryption methods

Discussion’s Objectives: The objective of week 4 discussion is to understand the encryption methods and which of the encryption methods that Microsoft supports. We will also look into file systems, Bitlocker, and discuss the advantage and disadvantage of...

Gestational diabetes

Gestational diabetes (RF_GDIAB) has long been associated with a higher probability of pre-term labor (birth before the 37th week, for which GESTREC3 can be used).  Discuss the observed proportions for this example. Interpret the test of whether mothers with...