Recent Papers

• ELM, ARCS, and Gerlach and Ely Models

  In a paper of four pages, the author reflects upon three different models of instruction that can be used to foster student learning. The three models presented, the ELM, ARCS, and Gerlach and Ely Models provide foundation for creating instruction and defining the roles of educator and learners. The different strategies in these models support the belief that student engagement is an important aspect of the learning process. Of the three models, the Gerlach and Ely Design Model distinguishes itself from the others by focusing more on a clearly prescribed path to presenting content which differs from the motivational models of the ELM and ARCS. There are four sources listed. ... MORE

• Fraud From Inside State Agency

  Fraud can occur anywhere and often by people one would not expect to become involved in crimes. In this case study, an investigator with a state-level Department finds a member of the agency has committed insurance fraud. There is one source used in this six page paper. ... MORE

• IMPROVING DATA ANALYSIS FOR VILA HEALTH

  Discusses the use of data collection and analysis in reducing risk and increasing quality assurance at a fictitious hospital. There are 6 sources used in the bibliography of this 6-page paper. ... MORE

• Studies of Mass Murder

  In a paper of three pages, the author reflects on studies of mass murder events. The author identifies four studies that have different methods for approaching this issue and creates a brief review of these studies. The outcomes of this involved the selection of one study that best represents the use of a semi-structured interview to conduct studies of trauma related to mass murder experiences. Bibliography lists four sources. ... MORE

• Technology and Economic Growth in Transportation Systems

  This 3 page paper gives an explanation of issues in transportation systems. This paper includes discussions of technology and logistics. Bibliography list 3 sources. ... MORE