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Module 6 Discussion Questions

Read Chapter 12.

Additional Resources  to complete the discussions.

· ProQuest. (2020, December).   ProQuest most-accessed dissertatioAsk a Questionns and theses . 

· NurseKillam. (2014, March 14).   Nominal, ordinal, interval and ratio data: How to remember the differences  [Video]. YouTube. 

Discussion Question: Must be at least 300 words.

This week’s reading focused on learning and understanding the fundamental differences and requirements of analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.

Upon reviewing the assigned reading, describe the instrumentation and the anticipated data required to answer your proposed research question(s) or hypothesis.

Discussion Question: Must be at least 300 words.

Develop a unique research question. Briefly explain the data required to research the research question/hypothesis. Accordingly, determine the appropriate research methodology and an applicable data analysis plan.

Week 2

Discuss the individual contributions that could be made by a cross-functional team to the following list of activities. Assume the team consists of engineering, manufacturing, and supply management personnel.250 words

a. Specifications Development
b. Market Analysis
c. Productivity/cost improvements
d. Make or buy analysis
e. Determination of inventory levels

Single-Member District, Plurality Electoral System, Or A Proportional Representation System

If your concern is to have an accurate representation of the greatest variety of political views in a national legislature, do you choose a single-member district, plurality electoral system, or a proportional representation system? Why? 

POLS 2301 – FINAL RESEARCH PAPER

ASSIGNMENT PURPOSE

The main purpose of the Final Research paper is to assess whether you understand how our democracy works (see below course outline) and be able to apply the knowledge in a real-world situation.

Review of the Course Outline:

Part 1 – Fundamental Principles of American Democracy (chapters 1-5)

A.    Introduction

B.     The Constitution

C.     Federalism

D.    Civil Liberties

E.     Civil Rights

Part 2 – Participation in the Political System (chapters 6-11)

A.    Political Socialization & Public Opinions

B.     Interest Groups

C.     Political Parties

D.    Election/Campaign/Voting

E.     The Media

Part 3 – The Branches of Government and Their Functions (chapters 12-15)

A.    Congress

B.     President

C.     Bureaucracy

D.    Judiciary

Direction:

 

The fundamental principle of American democracy, government by the people for the people, is that the government not only represents its people, but it also listens and addresses the concerns of the people.

 

For the Final Research Paper, research a current problem/concern/issue. Research how our democratic government has worked to listen and address/solve that concern.

 

REQUIREMENTS

1. Cover page

2. 5 – 6 pages of content – double spaced, Times New Roman, font 12

3. Reference page with

a. at least 5 credible references

i. any websites ending in .edu or .org are acceptable

ii. any articles retrieved from http://www3.dbu.edu/library/online_databases.asp

b. use MLA citation style – http://www.library.cornell.edu/resrch/citmanage/mla#mla or

SAMPLE PAPER OUTLINE:

Introduction

· Introduction of your topic

· Thesis statement-

1. EX: More and more elderly population is being neglected. If the government doesn’t intervene, they fail in their duty to provide this population with a general welfare and the right to live.

Body

· Background/historical information of your topic or description of the problem/issue

· Government (national or state) involvement in dealing with the problem/issue

1. Attempts, Bills, Laws, lawsuit

2. Executive, Legislative, or Judicial Branch involvement

3. Analysis – Your evaluation of government action

· Other non-government organization involvement (media, lobby groups, non-profits)

1. How have they tried to solve the issue?

2. How have they “influenced” the government?

3. Analysis

Conclusion

· You stand – why or why not

· Christian standpoint

 

PLANNING

1. Pick a topic.

a. Complete a quick research and submit your topic and rough thesis statement for approval.

2. Research.

a. Topic background?

b. What is the main problem?

c. How did the topic come to the attention of the public/government? Media? A tragic even?

d. Who are the major contributors to the topic? How are they involved? Why? Who are on the opposition side? Why? Politicians? A victim?

e. Are there any data to include? Polls?

f. What actions have been taken by the interest groups, government, political parties?

g. What solutions have be proposed or made? Legislative action? Laws? Supreme Court action?

h. http://www3.dbu.edu/library/online_databases.asp

3. Write your rough draft.

The Final Research Paper is NOT a report about the topic. Only the background information is a report of the topic. Your paper needs to provide information as to how the democratic process worked/is working to resolve this issue.

· For example, if your topic is on abortion, it can’t be just about abortion. You’ll need to write abortion in the political context. Describe how the government is involved in the issue and is working to resolve it, including people, media, and interest groups.

· Be sure to incorporate your knowledge learned from your textbook/lecture.

· This is an objective researcher paper. Your personal position on the issue should not appear until the concluding paragraph.

· Political Analysis – connect political ideas and concepts learned in the course:

· Identify & describe the issue/problem in the political context.

· Discuss the cause(s) of issue/problem.

· How did it become a public agenda?

· How did the government react to it? (State or Federal government)

i. Bill? Laws? Court cases? Executive orders?

· Was there non-government sector (interest groups, media, etc) involved? How?

· Any resolutions? Potential resolution? Attempted resolution?

 

· Was it the work of federalism?

· Did the media dictate government policy?

· Is our government truly run by the people?

· Who took the lead: executive, legislative, or judicial branch? Was it appropriate?

· Was the resolution legitimate? Or, why wasn’t there a resolution?

· Why is it a political issue?

 

4. Have someone proofread your paper.

5. Write your final copy.

6. Submit your paper.

 

RESOURCEFUL INFORMATION

· DBU library – http://www3.dbu.edu/library/online_databases.asp

· You’ll find: Peer reviews/academic journals

· DBU Writing Center: http://www3.dbu.edu/uwc/default.asp

· Government websites:

· www.house.gov

· www.senate.gov

· http://www.loc.gov/rr/ Library of Congress Research

· https://www.congress.gov/

· https://www.whitehouse.gov/1600/executive-branch

· http://www.supremecourt.gov/

· Other helpful sites:

· www.gallup.com, 

· http://pewresearch.org/ 

· http://www.people-press.org/topics/

· http://www.opensecrets.org/industries/

· Interest group websites

· http://www.findpolicy.org/

· think-tank websites (think-tanks are research institutions) ( http://www.hks.harvard.edu/library/research/guides/think-tanks-directory.htm )

 

Unacceptable sources are:

· Wikipedia – You can use this site to get ideas but cannot use it as a reference.

· Random websites ending in “.com” – You can always email be to check on the appropriateness of a .com website.

 

SAMPLE TOPICS:

 

 

 

Economic:

· Stimulus law

· Unemployment rate & Minimum wages

· National debt

· Income tax laws

 

Social Welfare:

· Medicare

· Social Security

· TANF (Temporary Assistant for Needy Families)

· Health care

· Education

· Elderly concern

· Children’s Right

· Disabled Population

· Homeless

 

Civil Rights

· Affirmative Action

· “Comparable Worth” – equal wages

· Rights of Disabled

· Gender equality

· Diversity issues

· Aged Population

 

Personal Liberty

· Issues related to the Bill of Rights

· Ex: religious freedom

· Abortion

· Partial Birth

· Morning After Pill

· Intelligent Design

· Gay Marriages

· Gun Control

· Death Penalty

· Right to Die

· Rights of Criminals

 

MISC.

· Illegal Immigration

· Military

· Animal Rights & Welfare

· Stem-cell research

China opens special economic zones(SEZs) in Africa? new variety of globalisation

STRUCTURE

a. Globalisation. West centric ? Daniel Held View

b. Missed, sth negeleted needs to be added (LITERATUARE)

Is China Model, transferring its experiences (BRI?Chinese model Opening-up and reform in 1990s?Conficius institute)

c. Emperical study: China’s SEZ in Africa

d. Conclusion: compare state, private company project

Recommened materials:

Journal: Bandung

Journal: Development and chang

Google one report: World Bank report in Special Economic zones

Googel a journal from UK: Debt justice China

1. Introduction

1.1 Research Background: In the context of the Belt and Road Initiative, the Chinese government has taken an important initiative to fulfil the goal of community with a shared future for mankind, and one of the key manifestations of this initiative is the development of international industrial parks, which is characterised by assisting enterprises to “go global”. This study is based on the “Belt and Road” initiative and the development of international industrial parks.

This research is presented in the context of two major projects: the Belt and Road

Initiative and international industrial parks. In 2013, President Xi Jinping gave an important speech in Nazarbayev, Kazakhstan, entitled “Carrying forward the people’s friendship to create a better future”, in which he put forward the important idea of building the “New Silk Road Economic Belt” and the “21st Century Maritime Silk Road”.

1.2 Research Significance?

In the early days of reform and opening up, special economic zones were a successful tool for initiating outward foreign direct investment flows to China. By analysing the successful model of transnational governance of China’s special economic zones in Africa, we can provide lessons for developing countries, such as Africa, to successfully achieve economic development.

2. Literature review and theoretical framework

3. Introduction to the types of Chinese special economic zones in Africa

3.1 Functional classification

Industrial manufacturing co-operation zones, agricultural trade and economic co-operation zones, and trade and logistics co-operation zones.

Categorised by the attributes of the investors’ shareholders, the zones are predominantly invested in by state-owned companies, while private companies have invested in the construction and development of the zones (e.g., the Oriental Industrial Park in Ethiopia and the Liaoshen Industrial Zone in Uganda).

3.2 Motivation for investment: resource-orientation or market development

3.2.1 Market behaviour is more than resource-driven. Resource orientation has tended to favour access to resources at low market costs, neocolonialism and even the rhetoric of the “African debt trap”. But the markets are characterised by a relatively high stage of development (Mauritius, Egypt, Algeria) or strong economic growth (Nigeria, Ethiopia, Zambia). In Nigeria (oil) and Zambia (copper), the search for resources remains an important motivation for Chinese FDI, but factories for the production of consumer goods (e.g. household appliances, textiles) and investment goods (machinery, construction materials) have only recently emerged.

3.2.2 Geopolitical factors are also likely to be important drivers of economic statecraft decisions.

With the exception of Mauritius and Zambia, all SEZs are located in countries with large populations and high regional political importance. Good economic and political relations with these countries have the potential to support China’s long-term strategic ambitions throughout Africa.

3.2.3 Institutional factors. China has not established SEZ’s in South Africa. One possible explanation is that the institutional environment in South Africa is sufficiently reliable that South Africa is less supportive of SEZ enclaves.

4. Establishment of special economic zones reflects power asymmetry

4.1

Degree of national governance: South African politicians and trade unions are concerned that the establishment of Chinese special economic zones may lead to low labour standards and the displacement of South African domestic firms (van der Westhuizen and Grimm, 2013). This concern also exists in other African countries, where local actors may not have sufficient bargaining power to negotiate the terms of FDI.

4.2 The level of corruption in local government: (Global Government Integrity Index can be cited), combined with the number of Special Economic Zones set up by China in Africa, whether there is a positive correlation. Possibly reflecting a neo-colonial flavour.