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Research Directions

1. Understand the Authors: Conduct your research. Wikipedia is not credible so refrain from using it.

  –  Who is Kate Chopin and what is she known for?

  – Who is Charlotte Perkins Gilman and what is she know for?:

2. Locate 3 Primary Sources for each author (total 6):

  – Primary sources are original works created by the authors themselves.

3. Locate 2 Secondary Sources for each author (total 4):

  –  Secondary sources analyze or interpret primary sources.

  – **Suggestions**:

 Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42cZVrgtisU

Creating an Annotated Bibliography (Stand Alone Annotated Bibliography)

An annotated bibliography includes a citation for each source followed by a brief description and evaluation. Here’s a general format:

1. Citation: Follow the appropriate style guide (MLA).

2. Annotation: Include:

  – A summary of the source’s content.

  – An evaluation of its credibility and relevance.

  – How it contributes to your understanding of the authors.

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Example Entry

Citation (MLA format):

Chopin, Kate. *The Awakening*. Herbert S. Stone & Co., 1899.

Annotation:

This novel follows Edna Pontellier’s journey towards self-discovery and independence, challenging societal norms of the late 19th century. Chopin’s portrayal of female desire and autonomy makes this work a cornerstone of feminist literature. The text is essential for understanding Chopin’s views on gender roles and the constraints of marriage, serving as a primary source for analyzing her literary contributions.

Final Steps

1. Compile Your Sources: Make sure you have three primary and two secondary sources for each author.

2. Format Your  Stand Alone Bibliography: Organize your entries alphabetically by the authors’ last names.

3. Review for Clarity and Completeness: Ensure all citations are accurate and annotations are informative.

Tips for Success

– Use academic databases like JSTOR, Google Scholar, and your college library’s resources for reliable secondary sources.

– Consider the context in which the authors wrote and how their historical background informs their works.

– Stay organized and take notes as you read each source.

Introduction to Python: A Beginner’s Guide

Python is a powerful, versatile programming language that has gained immense popularity among developers, data scientists, and educators. Its simple syntax and readability make it an ideal choice for beginners. In this tutorial, we’ll cover the basics of Python, including variables, data types, and control structures, to get you started on your programming journey.

Setting Up Python

Before you can start coding in Python, you need to install it. Download the latest version of Python from the official website (python.org) and follow the installation instructions for your operating system. Once installed, you can write Python code using any text editor or an integrated development environment (IDE) like PyCharm or VSCode.

Your First Python Program

Let’s start with a simple program that prints “Hello, World!” to the screen. Open your text editor or IDE, create a new file named hello.py, and write the following code:

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print(“Hello, World!”)

To run your program, open a terminal or command prompt, navigate to the directory where your file is located, and type:

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python hello.py

You should see the output: Hello, World!

Variables and Data Types

In Python, you can store data using variables. A variable is a name that refers to a value. To create a variable, simply assign a value to it:

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name = “Alice” age = 25 height = 5.6

Python has several built-in data types, including:

• Strings: Text data, enclosed in quotes. E.g., “Hello”
• Integers: Whole numbers. E.g., 42
• Floats: Decimal numbers. E.g., 3.14
• Booleans: True or false values. E.g., True or False

You can check the type of a variable using the type() function:

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print(type(name)) # Output: <class ‘str’> print(type(age)) # Output: <class ‘int’>

Control Structures

Control structures allow you to dictate the flow of your program. The most common ones are conditionals and loops.

Conditionals: Use if, elif, and else to execute code based on certain conditions. For example:

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if age >= 18: print(“You are an adult.”) else: print(“You are a minor.”)

Loops: Use for and while loops to repeat code. A for loop iterates over a sequence:

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for i in range(5): print(i)

This code will print the numbers 0 to 4.

A while loop continues as long as a condition is true:

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count = 0 while count < 5: print(count) count += 1

Functions

Functions are reusable blocks of code that perform a specific task. You can define a function using the def keyword:

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def greet(name): return f”Hello, {name}!” print(greet(“Alice”)) # Output: Hello, Alice!

Functions can take parameters and return values, allowing for modular and organized code.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we covered the basics of Python programming, including installation, variables, data types, control structures, and functions. Python’s simplicity and readability make it an excellent choice for beginners. To further your learning, consider exploring online resources, coding challenges, and community forums. Happy coding!

This assignment assesses the following Course Outcome:

FS208-2: Distinguish the aspects of criminal and civil laws that emergency services agencies are likely to encounter.

Criminal and Civil Law

Emergency services personnel encounter violations of criminal and civil law on a daily basis. It is critical that responders be able to identify whether a criminal or civil violation has occurred and what the investigatory and procedural requirements are. Write a 2–3 page paper that discusses the aspects of criminal and civil laws that emergency service agencies are likely to encounter.

The paper should:

• Identify one criminal and one civil law that emergency services agencies may account for in their daily operations.
• Discuss the potential consequences of violating these criminal and civil laws.
• Discuss liability and how it applies to emergency services organizations.

Download the Unit 4 Assignment Checklist.

Note: This assignment will require outside research. Use at least two outside credible sources in addition to the course textbook. You may consult the Library, the internet, the textbook, course material, and any other outside resources in supporting your task. Use proper citations in APA format.

Choose: a product or process to define and describeResearch: the product or process using quality resourcesExplore: how the product or process is defined and described by your industryDeliverables:Part Choose three terms to explore (choose either processes or products or a combination). You might want to choose terms from your area of study. Research the three terms you intend to define. Practice writing definitions by writing a simple and clear one-sentence definition for each (in your own words). See the textbook section on sentence definitions. Part II- Choose one of those terms (either a product or process) to describe in detail to an audience of your choice. 

• Create a 1-2 page Technical Description beginning with a cover page (see this YouTube Video on creating a cover page). At the bottom of the cover page, write a one-sentence purpose statement that names your audience. Ex. The purpose of this document is to describe a magnetometer to earth science students.
• Your brief introduction should begin with the definition of the product or process.
• The body should be presented in an organized manner using visual elements such as headings, subheadings, bullet points or numbered lists, graphics that inform, etc. Think visually.
• It should conclude with a brief concluding statement (see the rubric for more details and use the rubric as a checklist).
• Proofread aloud for clarity, conciseness, and correctness.
• Eliminate wordiness to increase understanding and readability.
• Either upload two documents to the correct Dropbox: 1 definitions document and 1 description document. Or include the definitions after the reference page of your description document.

Option #2: A Case Study on Apple: Should U.S. and Global Regulators Take a Bigger Tax Bite Out of Technology Companies?

Read the attached case study Download case study and then answer the following requirements:

1. In your opinion, to what extent should the design and creation of intellectual property in the U.S. influence and trigger U.S. taxation? What are the possible consequences for Apple if these events would be the criteria for taxation?
2. Why does General Motors Company not use the same ‘‘Double Irish with a Dutch Sandwich’’ technique of tax minimization as Apple?
3. Research the concept of the ‘‘Tax Repatriation Holiday’’ that Apple and other technology companies support. What is the recent history of this proposal? Do you support the implementation of a tax holiday to help bring foreign earnings back to the U.S.? Why or why not?
4. Several organizations, including the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the Group of Twenty (G20) Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors, the European Union (EU), and the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes, concern themselves with tax avoidance.
   • What specific activities related to addressing multinational corporate tax minimization are each of these organizations involved in? Prepare a brief report of your findings.
   • What is the current status of each organization’s progress in achieving its goals?
   • Based upon your research, what is your opinion of the potential for success of global regulatory efforts in curbing multinational corporate tax avoidance?

Requirements:

• Write a paper of 2-3 pages, double-spaced in length, not counting the title and the reference pages, which you must include. Submissions in excess of 3 pages are acceptable.
• Copy and paste each question into your paper in bold type (Questions are to be single-spaced) to ensure you have answered each of the Assignment Requirements.
• Use terms, evidence, and concepts from class readings, including professional business language.
• Cite at least 3 credible, academic or professional sources supporting your answers for this assignment.
• Format your paper according to APA guidelines

Review the week’s CT Assignment grading rubric for more information on expectations and how your Assignment will be graded by your instructor.

Reference:

Holttzblatt, M. A., Geekie, J., Tschakert, N. (2016). Should U.S. and global regulators take a bigger tax bite out of technology companies? A case on apple’s international tax minimization and reporting strategies. Issues in Accounting Education, 31(1), 133-148.

Treatment of the Suicidal Patient: A Comprehensive Approach 

Introduction: 

This case study is designed for mental health nurse practitioner students to explore the assessment and treatment of a suicidal patient, John, with a focus on a comprehensive approach. The case emphasizes the critical role mental health nurse practitioners play in assessing and managing patients at risk of suicide. 

Case Study: 

Patient Information: John is a 36-year-old man who was referred to a mental health nurse practitioner, Sarah, after expressing thoughts of suicide. He is divorced, lives alone, and has recently lost his job due to the COVID-19 pandemic. John reports feeling overwhelmed, and hopeless and has difficulty sleeping. He has a history of major depressive disorder and has previously attempted suicide in his early twenties. 

Review of Systems: 

• General: John reports feeling fatigued, with low energy and motivation. 
• Mood: He describes persistent sadness, hopelessness, and feelings of worthlessness. 
• Sleep: John reports significant insomnia, with difficulty falling asleep and frequent awakenings. 
• Appetite/Weight: He has experienced a loss of appetite and has lost 15 pounds over the past two months. 
• Concentration: John struggles with concentration and decision-making, which affects his daily functioning. 
• Energy: He frequently feels exhausted and lacks interest in activities he once enjoyed. 
• Psychomotor: John reports psychomotor agitation at times, such as restlessness and pacing. 

Medical History: 

• Major Depressive Disorder: John has a history of major depressive disorder and has received therapy and medication treatment in the past. 
• Previous Suicide Attempt: In his early twenties, John attempted suicide by overdose but survived and received psychiatric care. 
• Current Stressors: John has recently experienced significant life stressors, including job loss due to the pandemic and a recent divorce. 

Surgical History: 

John has no significant surgical history. He has never undergone any major surgical procedures. 

Medication History: 

John’s medication history includes previous prescriptions for: 

• Sertraline (Zoloft) for depression and anxiety. 
• Escitalopram (Lexapro) for depression. 
• Lorazepam (Ativan) for acute anxiety or panic attacks. 
• None of these medications provided long-term relief. 

Previous Suicide Attempts: 

John attempted suicide in his early twenties by taking an overdose of medication. He survived this attempt and received psychiatric care. 

Family History: 

John’s family history includes: 

• A maternal aunt who has a history of bipolar disorder. 
• His paternal grandfather had a history of alcoholism and depression. 

Physical Examination: 

During the physical examination, John presents with the following findings: 

• General appearance: John appears disheveled, with poor grooming and hygiene. 
• Vital signs: Blood pressure 140/90 mm Hg, heart rate 96 bpm, respiratory rate 18 bpm, temperature 98.2°F (36.8°C). 
• General physical examination: There are no significant abnormalities observed during the examination of his skin, head, neck, chest, and abdomen. 
• Neurological examination: No focal neurological deficits are noted. 

Mental Examination: 

During the mental examination, John presents with the following characteristics: 

• Affect: John’s affect is consistently sad and constricted, with minimal emotional expressiveness. 
• Mood: He reports a pervasive low mood, hopelessness, and thoughts of suicide. 
• Thought Process: His thought process is organized, but he demonstrates rumination and self-criticism. 
• Perception: John denies any hallucinations or delusions. 
• Cognition: His cognitive functioning appears intact, with no signs of disorientation or impairment in attention, memory, or abstract thinking. 
• Insight and Judgment: John acknowledges the need for help and expresses concern about his suicidal thoughts.  

Students are to complete the sections below. 

Assessment: As mental health nurse practitioner students, your task is to conduct a thorough assessment of John using a comprehensive approach. 

1. Suicidal Ideation Assessment: 
2. Psychiatric and Medical History: 
3. Social and Environmental Assessment: 
4. Substance Use Assessment: 
5. Safety Assessment: 

Diagnosis: 

Based on your assessment, provide a provisional diagnosis for John. Consider specific mental health diagnoses, including major depressive disorder, and assess the level of suicide risk. 

Treatment Plan: 

Develop a comprehensive treatment plan for John that addresses his suicidal ideation and underlying mental health needs. Consider the following elements: 

1. Crisis Intervention: 
2. Psychotherapy: 
3. Medication Management: 
4. Social Support: 
5. Safety Planning: 
6. Follow-Up and Monitoring: 

Conclusion: 

The treatment of suicidal patients requires a comprehensive and vigilant approach by mental health nurse practitioners. This case study of John underscores the importance of thorough assessment, risk evaluation, crisis intervention, and ongoing support in managing individuals at risk of suicide. Mental health nurse practitioner students must develop the skills and knowledge necessary to provide effective care to patients like John, with a focus on ensuring their safety and well-being. 

Case Study Analysis Rubric

Case Study Analysis Rubric
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAccuracy and Detail Part 1: Understand of Case Details	40 pts Excellent Demonstrates the comprehensive criteria of the DSM-5, meticulous recap of all case details. 30 pts Good Demonstrates the comprehensive criteria of the DSM-5 and main points of the case but may miss or misinterpret some nuances. 20 pts Needs Improvement Demonstrates some of the comprehensive criteria of the DSM-5, Frequently misses or misinterprets important case details.	40 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiagnostic Assessment Part 2: Clinical Reasoning	20 pts Excellent Provides a comprehensive diagnostic assessment based on presented information. 15 pts Good Provides a mostly accurate diagnosis but may miss a few subtleties. 10 pts Needs Improvement Struggles to provide an accurate diagnosis or misses key diagnostic criteria.	20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTreatment Options Part 2: Clinical Reasoning	20 pts Excellent Thoroughly analyzes and recommends appropriate treatment options with a clear rationale. 15 pts Good Generally recommends appropriate treatments but may lack detailed reasoning. 10 pts Needs Improvement Misses or recommends inappropriate treatment options without sufficient justification.	20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRecognition of Issues Part 3: Ethical and Cultural Considerations	15 pts Excellent Clearly identifies any ethical or cultural issues present in the case. 10 pts Good Recognizes some issues but may miss subtleties or depth. 7.5 pts Needs Improvement Struggles to identify clear ethical or cultural issues present.	15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAddressing Concerns Part 3: Ethical and Cultural Considerations	15 pts Excellent Demonstrates a sensitive and informed approach to addressing these issues. 10 pts Good Addresses concerns but may lack depth or clarity. 7.5 pts Needs Improvement Fails to adequately address or respond to the recognized concerns.	15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRecognition of Need Part 4: Interdisciplinary Collaboration	10 pts Excellent Clearly identifies when and why interdisciplinary collaboration is necessary. 8 pts Good Clearly identifies when and why interdisciplinary collaboration is necessary. Mostly recognizes the need but may lack detailed rationale. 4 pts Needs Improvement Frequently overlooks the importance or relevance of interdisciplinary collaboration.	10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEffective Collaboration Part 4: Interdisciplinary Collaboration	10 pts Excellent Provides detailed strategies for effective collaboration with other professionals. 8 pts Good Generally outlines collaboration, but strategies may lack depth. 4 pts Needs Improvement Struggles to provide clear or actionable strategies for collaboration.	10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresentation of Analysis Part 5: Clarity and Organization	10 pts Excellent Analysis is clear, well-organized, and logically structured. 8 pts Good Analysis is mostly clear, but may have minor organizational issues. 4 pts Needs Improvement Analysis is disorganized or lacks a clear structure, making it hard to follow.	10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Style Part 5: Clarity and Organization	10 pts Excellent Writing is concise, free of errors, and uses appropriate clinical terminology. 8 pts Good Writing is mostly clear with minor errors or inconsistencies. 4 pts Needs Improvement Writing contains multiple errors, lacks clarity, or does not use appropriate terminology.

Whether you are a nurse, a public health professional, a health care administrator, or in another role in the health care field, you must base your decisions on a set of ethical principles and values. Your decisions must be fair, equitable, and defensible. Each discipline has established a professional code of ethics to guide ethical behavior. In this assessment, you will practice working through an ethical dilemma as described in a case study. Your practice will help you develop a method for formulating ethical decisions. Note: The requirements outlined below correspond to the grading criteria in the scoring guide. At a minimum, be sure to address each point. In addition, you are encouraged to review the performance-level descriptions for each criterion to see how your work will be assessed. For this assessment, develop a solution to a specific ethical dilemma faced by a health care professional. In your assessment: 1. Select one of the case studies presented in the Assessment 03 Supplement: Applying Ethical Principles [PDF]Download Assessment 03 Supplement: Applying Ethical Principles [PDF]resource. o Note: The case study may not supply all of the information you need. In such cases, you should consider a variety of possibilities and infer potential conclusions. However, please be sure to identify any assumptions or speculations you make. 2. Summarize the facts in the selected case study and use the three components of an ethical decision-making model to analyze an ethical problem or issue and the factors that contributed to it. o Identify which case study you selected and briefly summarize the facts surrounding it. Identify the problem or issue that presents an ethical dilemma or challenge and describe that dilemma or challenge. o Identify who is involved or affected by the ethical problem or issue. o Access the Ethical Decision-Making Model media piece and use the three components of the ethical decision-making model (moral awareness, moral judgment, and ethical behavior) to analyze the ethical issues.  Apply the three components outlined in the Ethical Decision-Making Model media. o Analyze the factors that contributed to the ethical problem or issue identified in the case study.  Describe the factors that contributed to the problem or issue and explain how they contributed. 3. Apply academic peer-reviewed journal articles relevant to an ethical problem or issue as evidence to support an analysis of the case. o In addition to the readings provided, use the Capella library to locate at least one academic peer-reviewed journal article relevant to the problem or issue that you can use to support your analysis of the situation. The NHS-FPX4000: Developing a Health Care Perspective Library Guide will help you locate appropriate references. You will select at least one current scholarly or academic peer-reviewed journal articles published during the past 3–5 years that relate to your topic.  Cite and apply key principles from the journal article as evidence to support your critical thinking and analysis of the ethical problem or issue.  Review the Think Critically About Source Qualityresource.  Assess the credibility of the information source.  Assess the relevance of the information source. 4. Discuss the effectiveness of the communication approaches present in a case study. o Describe how the health care professional in the case study communicated with others. o Assess instances where the professional communicated effectively or ineffectively. o Explain which communication approaches should be used and which ones should be avoided. o Describe the consequences of using effective and non-effective communication approaches. 5. Discuss the effectiveness of the approach used by a professional to deal with problems or issues involving ethical practice in a case study. o Describe the actions taken in response to the ethical dilemma or issue presented in the case study. o Summarize how well the professional managed professional responsibilities and priorities to resolve the problem or issue in the case. o Discuss the key lessons this case provides for health care professionals. 6. Apply ethical principles to a possible solution to an ethical problem or issue described in a case study. o Describe the proposed solution. o Discuss how the approach makes this professional more effective or less effective in building relationships across disciplines within his or her organization. o Discuss how likely it is the proposed solution will foster professional collaboration. 7. Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics. o Apply the principles of effective composition. o Determine the proper application of the rules of grammar and mechanics. 8. Write using APA style for in-text citations, quotes, and references. o Determine the proper application of APA formatting requirements and scholarly writing standards. o Integrate information from outside sources into academic writing by appropriately quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing, following APA style. Example Assessment: You may use the following to give you an idea of what a Proficient or higher rating on the scoring guide would look like: • Assessment 3 Example [PDF]

Construct a 5- to 6-page paper discussing each of the four traditional mood stabilizer medications: carbamazepine, lamotrigine, lithium, and valproate products. Support your answers with five (5) evidence-based, peer-reviewed scholarly literature.
Note: APA style format will apply. Your paper should include the following for each: Proposed mechanism of action Baseline assessment, laboratory considerations, and frequency of ongoing labs and assessments Note: Discuss the importance of assessment and labs. Special population considerations (birth assigned gender, age, other medical comorbidity considerations) FDA approval indications Typical dosing with discussion on therapeutic endpoints for psychiatric use Major drug–drug interaction considerations For each of these medications, please review potential drug–drug interactions listed below. Consider alternative dosing schedules, clinical implications for the drug interactions, additional patient education needed, any additional monitoring recommended, or collaboration needed with other medical professions (such as, primary care providers) Lamotrigine + Valproate Lamotrigine + Rifampin Valproate + Estrogen containing birth control. Valproate + Amitriptyline Lithium + Furosemide Lithium + Lisinopril Carbamazepine + Lurasidone Carbamazepine + Grapefruit juice Discuss the ethical, legal, and social implications related to prescribing bipolar and other related mood-disorder diagnoses therapy for patients. Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references. For this Assignment, you are only required to include a title page and reference page.

Write an close reading essay of 5-7 pages (1,500-2,000 words) comparing The Haunting of Hill House and Wuthering Heights answering this prompt What is at stake (politically, culturally, and/or philosophically) in the use of “Explained Supernatural” conventions in Gothic fiction? What values appear to be attached to supernatural vs. rational Gothic narratives? Please note that this is an exercise in close reading and textual comparison: use of secondary sources is, therefore, strongly discouraged. All papers must be in the form of a Word-formatted document (.doc or .docx), in legible 12-point font, double-spaced, with one-inch margins all around.

Please send me a Turnitin after done

This assignment will be submitted to Turnitin.InstructionsThis week, you have learned who Jesus is, where He traveled, what He taught, and what He did. In this assignment, you will assemble everything you have learned about Jesus. 

Create a PowerPoint presentation for middle school students describing the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and how He is presented in the four gospels. Make a slide for each of the following topics (maximum 8–10 slides for entire presentation):

• Where (geographically) did Jesus minister?
• How is Jesus presented by each of the four gospel writers?
• What did Jesus teach?
• What did Jesus do?
• How did Jesus fulfill the Old Covenant?

Rely on your textbook for help with this assignment. Cite your textbook when you use it. You are also welcome to use academic sources from CCU&#39;s Library. You are not permitted to use nonacademic Internet sources for this project.&#160;

Use cited graphics to make your presentation aesthetically instructive and include at least one map. The text of your slides should be basic. Include detailed explanations of the meaning of your slide text in the presenter notes.

Your presentation should be 8–10 slides, not including the title and reference slide. You must include the presenter’s notes for each slide. For help with the presenter’s notes, view this webpage.

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on add a file, then click submit to upload your assignment by the posted due date. Review the rubric for specific grading criteria.

This week, you have learned who Jesus is, where He traveled, what He taught, and what He did. In this assignment, you will assemble everything you have learned about Jesus.

Create a PowerPoint presentation for middle school students describing the life and ministry of Jesus Christ and how He is presented in the four gospels. Make a slide for each of the following topics (maximum 8–10 slides for entire presentation):

• Where (geographically) did Jesus minister?
• How is Jesus presented by each of the four gospel writers?
• What did Jesus teach?
• What did Jesus do?
• How did Jesus fulfill the Old Covenant?

Rely on your textbook for help with this assignment. Cite your textbook when you use it. You are also welcome to use academic sources from CCU’s Library. You are not permitted to use nonacademic Internet sources for this project. 

Use cited graphics to make your presentation aesthetically instructive and include at least one map. The text of your slides should be basic. Include detailed explanations of the meaning of your slide text in the presenter notes.

Your presentation should be 8–10 slides, not including the title and reference slide. You must include the presenter’s notes for each slide.