...Evaluation of Social Studies Standards Chad Dillen Grand Canyon University: EED-465 February 3, 2013 Standards are an important part of the education process at all levels and in all subjects. They are beneficial for both students and teachers by setting goals and objectives. Using standards helps to create uniformity across a state and region in regards to what the students are learning. It helps the teachers because they will know what the students should have learned in previous grades and what skills they already have obtained. Without a set of standards there would be extreme differences from one school to the next and even one classroom to the next. If teachers did not have these guideline than key elements of information could be getting left out of a child’s education. There are national and state standards for education but the social studies standards are not as defined and complete in every state because the emphasis has been placed on math, science, reading and English. However improvements have been made in recent years by understanding the need for standards in social studies. The Arizona Department of Education has a set of social studies standards and by analyzing them information can be obtained about how they benefit teachers and students as well as where the standards can still be improved. The Arizona standards are broken down either by grade or by the five different strands which are American history, geography, economics, world history, and...
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...CS 507 Adv. Computer Architecture Home Assignment No. : 1 Due Date : March 12, 2014 Q. No. 1 (40) SPEC CPU2006 provides benchmark suites to evaluate CPU performance. CINT2006 lists the benchmark programs to evaluate performance of CPU for integer performance. It is desired that you evaluate comparative performance of the CPU of your laptop with that of your friends. You may select two or more programs from CINT2006 and execute them on your own machine and that of your friends either with or without any modification to programs selected by you. You need to measure user and system times for each program executed for machines used for comparison. You are required to submit a report containing configuration of m/c.s, CPU details, OS and compiler details, source listing of programs executed, details of modifications in programs, if any, and performance. In case you are not able to run programs from CINT2006, you may select appropriate toy benchmark programs. Q. No. 2 (20) Amdahl’s law states the law of diminishing returns. Demonstrate this though a graph between overall speedup and enhancement made. Q. No. 3 (20) Write a report providing growth of DRAM in terms of priceperformance in the current decade. Please do list sources from where you have collected your data. Q. No. 4 (20) We wish to evaluate core utilization of your laptop processor for a set of programs for different application. Programs may include matrix multiplication, counting of vowels, or displaying certain...
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...Program Evaluation Overview 1 Program Evaluation Overview The unstable, unpredictable, and ever fluctuating economy makes a good atmosphere for organizations to reap the benefits of a program evaluation. Competitive success in the everchanging marketplace will only occur when an organization puts into place continuing program feedback and program adjustments or adaptations (McNamara, 2006). There are several program evaluation models and methods available to any organization, making the stakeholders the key decision makers of the identity of scope and type of evaluation that will lend itself toward the futures goals and vision of the organization. McDavid and Hawthorn (2006) explain that there is a need for any organization conducting a programs evaluation to generate specific material for planning, design, implementation, and assessment to obtain desired results and to solve any problems or issues. To develop an evaluation focusing on relevance, utility, and design that specifically matches the organization’s needs, the stakeholders must not only address the issues at hand. They also must select an individual or team, which is internal, external, or combination of both to makeup the goal-oriented a program evaluation team. What is a Program Evaluation Boulmetis and Dutwin (2005, p. 4) define a program evaluation as the systematic and structural process of data collection. With these an organization can discerne if and to what degree organizational goals are achieved...
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...Abstract This paper will conduct a perspective view on the modern personnel evaluation system of three Arkansas agencies because job evaluations provides plans that are necessarily to provide its own standards of job worth. There would be insight on key factors that should be considered while implementing public personnel evaluations systems. In addition, there would be an outlook on the challenges of public managers that should consider implementing a public personnel evaluation system Introduction To get the accurate measure of your employees’ performance must be organize. Organization set the content of the job with tasks that are associated with knowledge, skills, and abilities. Evaluations make statements just not for individuals but for the agency. Discussion State Agencies Performance evaluation is the measure of the job value. “All that is required is a job evaluation system that is relatively free of bias and ultimately acceptable to both management and labor.” (Tompkins, 1987) Arkansas Department of Health, Department of Humans Services, Department of Finance and Administration all conduct performance evaluations on employees. These agencies uses a performance evaluation and the total duty area score must equal 100%. Second, the performance evaluation system is the same criteria of satisfactory, above average, satisfactory, and unsatisfactory in the rating period. In addition, there must be a justification for rating. The difference with Arkansas...
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...Logistics Information System (LO-LIS) Release 4.6C HELP.LOLIS Logistics Information System (LO-LIS) SAP AG Copyright © Copyright 2001 SAP AG. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or for any purpose without the express permission of SAP AG. The information contained herein may be changed without prior notice. Some software products marketed by SAP AG and its distributors contain proprietary software components of other software vendors. Microsoft , WINDOWS , NT , EXCEL , Word , PowerPoint and SQL Server are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM , DB2 , OS/2 , DB2/6000 , Parallel Sysplex , MVS/ESA , RS/6000 , AIX , S/390 , ® ® ® AS/400 , OS/390 , and OS/400 are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation. ORACLE is a registered trademark of ORACLE Corporation. INFORMIX -OnLine for SAP and Informix Dynamic Server Informix Software Incorporated. ® ® ® ® ® ® TM ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® ® are registered trademarks of UNIX , X/Open , OSF/1 , and Motif are registered trademarks of the Open Group. HTML, DHTML, XML, XHTML are trademarks or registered trademarks of W3C , World Wide Web Consortium, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. JAVA is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc. JAVASCRIPT is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc., used under license for technology invented and implemented by Netscape. SAP, SAP Logo, R/2, RIVA, R/3, ABAP, SAP ArchiveLink, SAP Business...
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...EVALUATION The sixth phase of the nursing process Is defined as the judgment of the effectiveness of nursing care to meet clients goals based on client’s behavioral responses. Nurses use a variety of skills to judge the effectiveness of nursing care. This skills include knowledge of standards of care, normal client responses, and conceptual models and theories of nursing; ability to monitor the effectiveness of nursing interventions; and the awareness of clinical research . critical appraisal of goal attainment is determined jointly by the nurse and client. The plan of care is the foundation for evaluation. The identified nursing diagnoses, client goals, outcome criteria, and nursing interventions are the guides . through this process, nurses determine the appropriateness, accuracy, and relevance of these nursing care components. Also helps to discover any errors that may have occurred in previous steps. * Figure 13-4 illustrate the relationship of the activities of the evaluation phase to the other phases of the nursing process. *( se debe adjuntar esa imagen a la presentacion ) There are several purposes for carrying evaluation: • To collect subjective and objective data to make judgments about nursing care delivered. • To examine the client’s behavioral responses to nursing interventions. • To compare the client’s behavioral responses with predetermined outcome criteria. • To appraise the extent to which client goals were attained or problems resolved. •...
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...Objective 317.1.6-03-06 and 317.1.6-08-10 The manufacturing plant currently does not have a sound system of performance evaluation. The current system addresses the friendliness of the employee, the orderliness of the employee’s workspace, and the attitude of the employee towards others. The current performance evaluation does not address the needs of the employee by properly preparing the employee for the goals of the company. The employee has not been given or been informed of the standards of the company. Standards or goals, when issued upfront, enhance performance, motivate, and in turn serve as a basis to evaluate after a set period of time. Performance standards should be set for all bottom-line practices including quantity, quality, time used, and cost. An effective performance evaluation system is based on accurate performance standards that are easily defined, measured, and standardized for all employees. Behavioral evaluations are based on observable aspects of performance while trait evaluation involves personal judgment regarding characteristics of an employee related to performance. Some examples of trait appraisals would be initiative, leadership, and attitude. Behavioral evaluation is based on whether or not an employee is actively aware and proactive in developing procedures to improve the organization. It is also necessary to evaluate the specific job related criteria needed to perform the activity. In this case, the engineer is described as a...
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...continuing education have use the terms assessment and evaluation interchangeably”; however, assessment and evaluation are two separate concepts. According to Angelo, Cross-, and Moran assessment within the classroom, refers specifically to the collection of information to measure learning gains, which indicate learners’ individual levels of achievement; whereas; Queeney referred to assessment from a programmatic perspective as more comprehensive measurement of achievement of the program itself. Assessment refers to the collection of information, and it measures levels of achievement without comparisons to a set of standards, however, I feel assessment is a process used to improve a result. Some of the functions of assessment used in the assessment process is screening, phase like, and continually measure student levels of skill or knowledge. The screening process helps determine what area the learner is suited for and will help determine the learner’s weakness (if they need other assistance to help improve where they are). Baselines in the function process of the assessment are for evaluating and designing learning interventions, teaching method, program standards and policies, furthermore, assessment have various methodologies to select the method that would be most appropriate for their need. Although there are several definitions of evaluation, Stufflebeam and Shinkfield gives an extended definition of evaluation, it is the systematic assessment of an object’s merit,...
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...Best Practiced Trends in Performance Management Shanel Carter HRM 6622, Dr. Richard Voss Troy University Term 4 Best Practiced Trends in Performance Management Abstract Performance management is a comprehensive approach used to identify performance breakdowns within an organizational system and appropriate interventions useful in achieving the desired performance results. When defining performance management one needs to be able to look into the cyclical approach of performance management. Performance management is about more than just managing or documenting annual goals. It is important because it is an ongoing partnership between an employee and a manager that helps guide performance and development within their company. To get a better understanding of the best used practices and current trends within performance management, this research will briefly discuss successful practices used among companies that utilize the four main components of performance management which are, planning, coaching, providing feedback and the performance review. Best Practiced Trends in Performance Management Today’s world is continually changing and expectations are on the rise. Managing employee performance is essential in helping companies meet these expectations. Many companies have adopted the performance management process in order to monitor and improve performance within the workplace. The goal of performance management is to guarantee each...
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...Accreditation and Evaluation Summary | IMS 421 | Marvin Stevenson 1-28-2015 | 1. Differentiate between programmatic and institutional accreditation. Continuing one’s education above the high school is an important decision and a life changing event. Therefore attending a college that offers accredited degrees can make a huge difference in a person’s future. A college program that is not accredited can mean, you are not eligible for federal financial aid, may not be able to transfer credits to another college or university, and you may not be able to attain an appropriate professional licensure in your field. This is why it is important for students to be aware of the type of accreditation offered by schools or the lack of accreditation missing by them. Therefore it is important to know the difference be the two types of accreditations. An institutional accredited program achieves its accreditation through representatives from dedicated accrediting institutions evaluate colleges and universities. This is a means for colleges and universities to assess their own performance and compare themselves to other schools. Before being granted institutional accreditation status, all aspects of a college or university are evaluated. If a school is awarded accreditation means that the institution meets certain standards of educational quality. In addition, institutional accreditation is more comprehensive and indicates that the institution has achieved quality standards in areas...
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...In a computer network evaluation it is important to cover various areas to determine which are satisfactory and which are in need of improvement. The following evaluations will be used to access the current state of the network: 1. Evaluation of Client Computer Hardware In the evaluation of client computer hardware, this evaluation seeks to identify all client computer assets owned by the company. All laptops and desktops owned by the company should be made available as needed in order for the evaluation to be as accurate as possible. It will be necessary to perform a review of all client computers that connect to the company assets. These machines will be analyzed for speed, performance, and reliability. I will look for variations in hardware manufacturers. Depending on the circumstance, it can result in better TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) if client computers are limited to one or two manufacturers. In addition, machines that are broken, out of warranty, or outdated will be recommended for repair or replacement. 1. 2. Evaluation of Client Computer Software In the evaluation of client computer software, I will seek to identify all software that is installed on client computers and being used in the workplace. This evaluation can be performed using software metering in software such as Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, if installed. If not installed, this information will be collected manually by viewing the installed software on each machine. All...
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...RCAP 2008 Rationales and Recommendations for Compliance for MLS, DMS, MLT, HT/HTL, CG, and PathA programs (*compatible with merged Guide to Accreditation) (version: October 2011) [pic] |Standard 1 | |Standard 1 | | |1-1 |The [sponsoring institution/affiliate(s)] is (are) not accredited by a recognized |1-1 |Submit documentation that the [sponsoring institution] [affiliate(s)] is (are) | | |agency. | |currently accredited by a recognized agency. | |1-2 |There is (are) no signed agreement(s) with [affiliate(s)] |1-2 |Submit a copy of a signed and dated current agreement with _______________________. | | | | | | |1A-1 |The agreement does not address the reason for the agreement |1A-1 |Submit (an) (the) agreement(s) which address(es)...
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...to the Division of Human Resources by ________________. If the form is not received by this date, rating will automatically default to Achieves Performance Standards. INSTRUCTIONS: This appraisal form must be completed by the immediate supervisor based on performance standards previously established. If the selected category is “Achieves Standards” the supervisor must indicate the level of rating: M=Marginal or P= Proficient. If the overall is Achieves Standards Marginal or Below Standards, the supervisor must contact the Employee and Labor Relations Department for assistance in implementing a Performance Improvement Plan. EXCEEDS STANDARDS ACHIEVES STANDARDS BELOW STANDARDS P M JOB KNOWLEDGE: QUALITY OF WORK: PRODUCTIVITY: DEPENDABILITY: ATTENDANCE: RELATIONS WITH OTHERS: COMMITMENT TO SAFETY: SUPERVISORY ABILITY: (applicable only to designated supervisor positions) OVERALL APPRAISAL RATING: (one CATEGORY must BE CHECKED) Distribution: Original – Human Resources Copy – Supervisor Copy - Employee RATING FACTORS THE FOLLOWING ARE CONDITIONS THAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED WHEN ASSESING THE EMPLOYEE’S PERFORMANCE: JOB KNOWLEDGE: In depth knowledge of all requirements of the job. How well does the employee understand all phases of the job as defined by the performance standards set for the position? QUALITY OF WORK: Accuracy and neatness. Does the employee produce a high quality work product? Is quality work a priority for the employee...
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...research and reading | Definition of relevant concepts and principles | Lacks definition/explanation of relevant concepts and principles | Has basic definitions | Detailed definition of some relevant concepts and principles. | Detailed definition of all major concepts and principles | Thorough explanations of all relevant concepts and principles. | Theoretical analysis | Descriptive coverage of issues, not all of which are relevant to the task set. Little or no attempt at evaluation. Few or no theoretical frameworks discussed. | Satisfactory standard of theoretical analysis. Includes some relevant theoretical frameworks. Evaluation is limited. | A good standard of analysis and evaluation of most issues. A broad knowledge of theoretical frameworks and concepts. Provides a cohesive case. | A very good standard of analysis and evaluation of relevant issues. A broad and deep knowledge of theoretical frameworks and concepts. Provides a well-argued and cohesive case. | An excellent standard of analysis and evaluation. A broad and deep knowledge of relevant theoretical frameworks and concepts. Provides a rigorously argued and...
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...SERVICE SPECIFICATION DNVGL-SE-0074 Edition December 2014 Type and component certification of wind turbines according to IEC 61400-22 The electronic pdf version of this document found through http://www.dnvgl.com is the officially binding version. The documents are available free of charge in PDF format. DNV GL AS FOREWORD DNV GL service specifications contain procedural requirements for obtaining and retaining certificates and other conformity statements to the objects, personnel, organisations and/or operations in question. © DNV GL AS Any comments may be sent by e-mail to rules@dnvgl.com This service document has been prepared based on available knowledge, technology and/or information at the time of issuance of this document, and is believed to reflect the best of contemporary technology. The use of this document by others than DNV GL is at the user's sole risk. DNV GL does not accept any liability or responsibility for loss or damages resulting from any use of this document. Changes – current CHANGES – CURRENT General This service specification supersedes and replaces the January 2014 edition of DNV-DSS-904. Service specification DNVGL-SE-0074 – Edition December 2014 DNV GL AS Page 3 CHANGES – CURRENT .................................................................................................. 3 Sec.1 Introduction .....................................................................................................
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